Sharks Candidates for the Olympics & Dark Horse Teams for 2024-25
Plus, who is potential breakout candidate for the Sharks this upcoming season?
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San Jose Sharks Candidates for the 2026 Winter Olympics
August 6, 2024 by Alex Hutton
Although the 2024 Summer Olympics may not feature ice hockey, they allow us to think ahead to the 2026 Winter Olympics, when NHL players will be allowed to participate in the tournament for the first time since 2014. The rosters for the competition will not be announced for some time, allowing for speculation on who will make the final cut. Like all NHL teams, players from the San Jose Sharks hope to represent their countries on the international stage, and a handful will likely have a chance. Let’s take a look at a few current Sharks who could make their nation’s Olympic roster in 2026…
NHL Rumors: Wild, Avalanche, Penguins, Sabres, Oilers
August 6, 2024 by Jim Parsons
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Minnesota Wild have emerged as a team interested in Patrik Laine. Could the Colorado Avalanche make a trade after the signing of Oliver Kylington? Will Sidney Crosby sign his contract extension with the Pittsburgh Penguins tomorrow? Konsta Helenius, the Buffalo Sabres’ recent first-round pick is leaving Finland to play in Buffalo or Rochester next season. Finally, Stan Bowman provided an update on the contract status of negotiations with Leon Draisaitl…
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4 Dark Horse NHL Teams to Watch in 2024-25
August 6, 2024 by Stefano Rubino
Every season, we expect certain teams to perform to certain standards based on their roster. However, a few teams always decide to turn the tables on our predictions. Last season, the Vancouver Canucks, who, after missing the playoffs by 12 points in 2022-23, took the league by storm, winning the Pacific Division and making it to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Similarly, the Nashville Predators, who, after parting ways with many long-time players at the 2023 Trade Deadline, willed their way to the playoffs last season…
Every NHL Team’s Breakout Candidate in 2024-25
August 1, 2024 by Michael Ostrower
The biggest moves of the 2024 offseason have passed and the 2024-25 season is close to two months away, meaning it is the perfect time to start predicting how each NHL team will perform. Every season comes with countless shocking results and breakout stars. This season is expected to be no different as the caliber of skill in the league is at an all-time high. While it is obvious Connor McDavid and Cale Makar will continue their stardom, who are the lesser-known players poised to break out?