The Hockey Writers Daily - September 20, 2023
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In today’s edition, we have the six best trades from NHL teams this offseason, bounce-back candidates for the Rangers, three challenges being faced by Jets head coach Rick Bowness in 2023-24, and much more.
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6 Best Trades From NHL Teams During 2023 Offseason
September 19, 2023 by Alex Chauvancy
NHL training camps are getting underway this week, meaning a close to the 2023 offseason. There was plenty of money spent in free agency, but it was less active on the trade market. Still, a few teams did well to improve themselves through trades. Let’s review some of the best deals from the 2023 offseason.
3 Rangers Bounce-Back Candidates for 2023-24
September 19, 2023 by Michael DeRosa
The New York Rangers have high expectations heading into the 2023-24 season. It is clear that they sport a deep roster, with stars like Adam Fox, Artemi Panarin, and Igor Shesterkin leading the way.
They also have an array of breakout candidates like Alexis Lafrenière, Kaapo Kakko, and Filip Chytil who could take major steps forward this season. Yet, if they hope to be even bigger threats, they also will be hoping a few of their players bounce back this season. Let’s go over three of their bounce-back candidates now.
3 Canucks’ Bold Player Predictions for the 2023-24 NHL Season
September 19, 2023 by Alex Wauthy
With the 2023-24 NHL season approaching, excitement for the new season of Vancouver Canucks hockey is quickly rising. Predictions on where the Canucks will finish and who will do what is flooding everyone’s social media timelines. Of course, I had to get in on the action. These are three bold player predictions for the upcoming season.
Oilers Would Benefit From Offered Rule Changes by NHL Players
September 19, 2023 by Jim Parsons
ESPN conducted a round table interview with NHLers regarding a number of topics. Among them, players were asked what one rule they would change or add to improve the game. A variety of answers were provided, but a number of them had to do with special teams and scoring goals, two areas where the Edmonton Oilers have a particular interest.
Operating this past season as the league’s best power play, many of the players surveyed wanted rule changes that make the advantage on the man-advantage greater, while making it harder for teams to kill penalties. Oilers fans would likely welcome these changes considering the power play is a major strength for this team.
3 Challenges Facing Jets Head Coach Rick Bowness in 2023-24
September 19, 2023 by Declan Schroeder
Winnipeg Jets head coach Rick Bowness will enter the 2023-24 season — his second at the helm — facing a number of challenges. Some are the same as the ones he faced last season after coming aboard, while others are new. Here, we’ll take a look at just three of the challenges he’ll grapple with.
Maple Leafs Considering Risky Roster Move with William Nylander
September 19, 2023 by Jim Parsons
The Toronto Maple Leafs are entering a pivotal season, and one of the most intriguing storylines surrounding the team revolves around the future of forward William Nylander. While most of the talk has been about a potential trade or his looming, but not-yet-done contract extension, talk has shifted to how best to use Nylander in a season where the organization might let things play out and try to win without him locked into a new long-term deal.
In a report by Elliotte Friedman of the “32 Thoughts” podcast, it was revealed that the Maple Leafs are considering a potentially bold move that could have far-reaching implications for the franchise.
More stuff from THW and around the NHL:
Columbus Blue Jackets - Blue Jackets Admit Failure in Babcock Hiring, More Was Needed
Boston Bruins - 3 Bruins’ Players Who Stood Out at 2023 Prospects Challenge
NHL News & Rumors - Avalanche, Flyers, Senators, Maple Leafs
From TSN - Habs acquire Pearson from Canucks for DeSmith
From Sportsnet - Senators sign forward Egor Sokolov to one-year, two-way contract
From the NHL - Schenn named Blues captain, replaces O'Reilly
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