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Canadiens' Quick Hits: Pickford, Reinbacher & Blais
Canadiens' Quick Hits: Pickford, Reinbacher & Blais

From Pickford’s surge to Reinbacher’s breakout and Blais’ two-goal night, Montréal’s prospect and depth pool had itself a night. The future’s taking shape.

By Jim Parsons, Sr.February 28, 2026
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NHL Canadian Trade Rumours: Oilers, Maple Leafs & Canucks
Trade
Edmonton Oilers+2
NHL Canadian Trade Rumours: Oilers, Maple Leafs & CanucksOilers chase blue-line help, the Maple Leafs eye a soft sell, and the Canucks field offers on Tyler Myers as deadline talk heats up.By Wilson Stillman
Late Drama Decides Ducks and Jets Game
Game Reviews
Anaheim Ducks+1
Late Drama Decides Ducks and Jets GameTwo-goal leads gone, overtime heartbreak — can Winnipeg fix late-game woes before the season slips away?By Jim Parsons, Sr.
Podkolzin Trade Looking Pretty Smart for the Oilers
Player Reviews
Edmonton Oilers
Podkolzin Trade Looking Pretty Smart for the OilersVasily Podkolzin’s Edmonton debut is paying off big—fourth-round pick turns into a reliable, physical winger driving secondary scoring.By Jim Parsons, Sr.
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Confused About Easton Cowan’s Status with the Maple Leafs
Analysis
Toronto Maple Leafs
Confused About Easton Cowan’s Status with the Maple LeafsThe Maple Leafs need answers, but they’re benching a kid who might be one. What’s really keeping Easton Cowan out of the lineup?By Wilson Stillman
What Makar’s Olympic Mistake Exposed Wasn’t Him
Analysis
Edmonton Oilers+1
What Makar’s Olympic Mistake Exposed Wasn’t HimIf even Cale Makar makes mistakes, why are critics so obsessed with pretending Evan Bouchard should never have one?By Wilson Stillman
The Winnipeg Jets Haven't Thrown in the Towel?
Analysis
Winnipeg Jets
The Winnipeg Jets Haven't Thrown in the Towel?The Jets look nothing like last year’s powerhouse, but Kevin Cheveldayoff says the fight isn’t over. Here’s why he still believes.By Wilson Stillman
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Late Drama Decides Ducks and Jets Game
Game Reviews
Anaheim Ducks+1
Late Drama Decides Ducks and Jets GameTwo-goal leads gone, overtime heartbreak — can Winnipeg fix late-game woes before the season slips away?By Jim Parsons, Sr.
Canadian Teams Morning Review – Feb. 27: Sens, Habs, Leafs, Flames & Oilers
Game Reviews
Edmonton Oilers+4
Canadian Teams Morning Review – Feb. 27: Sens, Habs, Leafs, Flames & OilersCanadian teams were all over Thursday: Larkin OT winner, Schaefer’s rookie burst, Marchand’s early salvo, Kadri and Draisaitl shine.By Wilson Stillman
It Sure Isn’t Looking Good for Tristan Jarry in Edmonton
Game Reviews
Edmonton Oilers
It Sure Isn’t Looking Good for Tristan Jarry in EdmontonJarry’s confidence is slipping, the Oilers are running out of runway, and last night showed just how fragile their season has become.By Jim Parsons, Sr.
Player Reviews
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Podkolzin Trade Looking Pretty Smart for the Oilers
Player Reviews
Edmonton Oilers
Podkolzin Trade Looking Pretty Smart for the OilersVasily Podkolzin’s Edmonton debut is paying off big—fourth-round pick turns into a reliable, physical winger driving secondary scoring.By Jim Parsons, Sr.
Is Maple Leafs Bobby McMann Really That Good?
Player Reviews
Toronto Maple Leafs
Is Maple Leafs Bobby McMann Really That Good?Bobby McMann is hot right now, but is he really a star—or just a role player Leafs fans love? We break down the hype vs. reality.By Wilson Stillman
Canucks Nikita Tolopilo Could Be Something Special
Player Reviews
Vancouver Canucks
Canucks Nikita Tolopilo Could Be Something SpecialNikita Tolopilo kept the Canucks close in OT vs. Winnipeg. Calm, sharp, and fearless—this young goalie might be something very special.By Wilson Stillman
Trade
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NHL Canadian Trade Rumours: Oilers, Maple Leafs & Canucks
Trade
Edmonton Oilers+2
NHL Canadian Trade Rumours: Oilers, Maple Leafs & CanucksOilers chase blue-line help, the Maple Leafs eye a soft sell, and the Canucks field offers on Tyler Myers as deadline talk heats up.By Wilson Stillman
What’s Really Going On With Canucks' Tyler Myers?
Trade
Vancouver Canucks
What’s Really Going On With Canucks' Tyler Myers?Tyler Myers sits out, travels with the Canucks, and waits on a trade — deadline limbo for a veteran right-shot defender.By Wilson Stillman
Canadian Clubs Wrestle With Trades, Contracts, and Cap Crunch
Trade
Edmonton Oilers+2
Canadian Clubs Wrestle With Trades, Contracts, and Cap CrunchCanadian teams are on the move: Myers’ Canucks future, Leafs’ tough roster choices, and Oilers’ Jarry headache all heating up.By Wilson Stillman
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Super-Agers and Hockey Players Who Just Keep Going
Between the LinesSuper-Agers and Hockey Players Who Just Keep GoingSuper-agers aren’t just in labs — NHL vets like Jagr, Thornton, and Marleau show brains, discipline, and passion keep them skating past 40.By Jim Parsons, Sr.
By the Letters: Why the Letter “C” Helps Define NHL Greatness and Stanley Cup History
By the LettersBy the Letters: Why the Letter “C” Helps Define NHL Greatness and Stanley Cup HistoryIn the storied history of the NHL, the letter "C" is a significant character—Captain, Capitals, Conn Smythe Trophy. One letter, countless champions.By Brent Bradford
Toronto Toxicity to Swiss Serenity: ex-Maple Leafs Frederik Gauthier's Hockey Life
Hockey ConnectionsToronto Toxicity to Swiss Serenity: ex-Maple Leafs Frederik Gauthier's Hockey LifeMaple Leafs fans know the grind. Gauthier now plays hockey in a tiny French-speaking Swiss town. No pressure, good money, real life — stars might be jealous.By Wilson Stillman