THW Daily - The Hold-Up in the Sidney Crosby Contract Talks & Revisiting Rangers' Panarin Signing
Also, exploring the odds of a blockbuster defensemen swap between Edmonton and Florida & more
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Oilers & Panthers: Exploring Odds of a Blockbuster Defensemen Swap
August 2, 2024 by Jesse Courville-Lynch
The Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers had one of the most electrifying Stanley Cup Final matchups in recent history. The Panthers were able to take down the Oilers in seven games, after…
Crosby Contract Talks: What’s Causing the Hold-Up?
August 2, 2024 by Jim Parsons
As the offseason progresses, speculation about Sidney Crosby’s contract extension with the Pittsburgh Penguins remains a hot topic among fans. With only one season left on his current deal, some supporters are…
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Red Wings’ Goaltending Pipeline: Setting Fair Expectations
August 2, 2024 by Logan Horn
The Detroit Red Wings have been missing a strong starting goaltender for many years now, with the team’s season-long save percentage landing below league average in 10 of the last 11 NHL seasons. Plenty of…
Winnipeg Jets Breakout Candidates for 2024-25
August 2, 2024 by Brian Finlayson
Barring some sort of splash in free agency or final tinkering, the Winnipeg Jets’ roster appears set as we head into the 2024-25 season. Plenty of storylines have already been put to bed, and now the…
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Revisiting Rangers’ Panarin Signing 5 Seasons Later
August 2, 2024 by Brian Abate
Five years ago, the New York Rangers made a franchise-altering move as they signed winger Artemi Panarin to a seven-year, $81.5 million contract in free agency. After an excellent…
Easton Cowan’s Bold Bid for a Maple Leafs Roster Spot
August 2, 2024 by The Old Prof
Easton Cowan, the Toronto Maple Leafs‘ 2023 first-round draft pick, had an exceptional season with the London Knights of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) last season. He nearly…
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