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Edmonton. Where so much expectation sits on the shoulders of so few. It’s cool though, Ken Holland has arrived to finally give the team that nudge it needs to be competitive again. Or has he? Let’s preview! Notable Players In: James Neal, Mike Smith, Tomas Jurco, Josh Archibald Embed from Getty Images Notable Players Out: Milan Lucic, Cam Talbot, Andrej Sekera, Al Montoya, Ty Rattie, Tobias Rieder First Key Game: Vancouver Canucks – October 2nd Odds to win the division 11:1 (4th overall) (via Betway) Is this a bet worth taking? While betting on Connor McDavid is often the smart move, this isn’t one ofRead More →

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One of last season’s biggest surprises, the Calgary Flames quietly went about their business dominating the pacific division before being unceremoniously dumped from the playoffs in the first round. Let’s preview what the team’s 2019-20 season should look like: Notable Players In: Cam Talbot, Byron Froese, Brandon Davidson, Justin Kirkland, Notable Players Out: Mike Smith, Michael Stone, Kerby Rychel, Curtis Lazar, Garnet Hathaway, Oscar Fantenberg, Linden Vey, Anthony Peluso First Key Game: Vancouver Canucks – October 5th Odds to win the division 17:4 (t-2nd overall) (via Betway) Is this a bet worth taking? The Flames won the Pacific last season and have a sold chanceRead More →

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“ I think that went very well…” And with that, few movies let you know exactly how it’s gonna go right form puck drop…uh, opening scene…as well as Slap Shot. The hilariously awkward, local TV calibre interview with goalie (and proud French Canadian) Denis Lemieux tells you all you need to know about this rag tag team and their story, while enlightening the uninitiated on the ‘finer points’ of the game. It’s filled with memorable lines, most of which can’t be printed here, (Even Paul Newman noted he never swore much before the movie but afterwards his language was “Right out of the locker room.”),Read More →

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With the school year ending, an impressive class (arguably the best ever) of RFAs are ready to graduate to bigger and better contracts. So with so many talented students ready to reap their just rewards, we ask ourselves, who’ll head to the top of the class? Will any be starting with a new school? And for the love of God can we please stop talking about Mitch Marner… Embed from Getty Images Mitch Marner: The Popular Kid The one all the teachers seem to be discussing. While some of his classmates are sick of hearing about him, his class’s overblown reputation has him constantly atRead More →

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After all the buildup, installments of varying quality, the characters were set, the action incredible, glory within sight…then just like that, Gary Bettman snapped his fingers and the Stanley Cup playoffs were half over…This year’s post season has seen plot twists and underdog stories even the Avengers couldn’t conjure. With upsets a plenty, overtime thrillers and great hockey all around, there’s rarely been a dull moment. So, with the Conference Finals set, we take a moment to remember the fallen… Embed from Getty Images The First Round Tampa Bay: The Lighting struck quickly and often, holding a three goal lead after the first period ofRead More →

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With the NHL playoffs under way Wednesday, we take a look at who’ll sink or swim in the Atlantic Division. Tampa Bay, Boston and Toronto once again locked up the top three spots, making this the poster child for changing the divisional playoff format, as we’re guaranteed to see two of the top five regular season teams in the league eliminated after just two rounds. I’m sure the NHL will respond decisively…Columbus took a huge gamble, adding in a big way at the trade deadline, while retaining pending UFA’s Sergei Bobrovsky & Artemi Panarin and the one bag they already have packed. The Blue JacketsRead More →

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“What is up Sens Tweeps! Sit back, chillax and let me drop the 411 about the dopest owner in the league! A man who singlehandedly saved our awesome franchise and had the guts, liver and all, to get rid of a bunch of ungrateful, overrated players who were, eventually, gonna be way too old to consider good anyway! He has the vision of an eagle and is every bit as majestic! This team’s going places! Maybe not downtown, but real fans don’t care! CTC’s only a quick Uber ride anyway! They know Eugene always has their best interest in mind! That’s why this rebuild willRead More →

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Two years ago the Ottawa Senators were a goal away from the Stanley Cup Final. Today they saw the last of their top three scores, Mark Stone, the man who should’ve been their next captain, a cornerstone of the franchise for years to come, shipped off to Vegas ahead of the NHL Trade Deadline. This, just days after both Matt Duchene and Ryan Dzingel were unceremoniously jettisoned to Columbus. A once proud organisation reduced to selling off valuable parts like smoke damaged furniture, presumably the result of the tire fire they’ve become. Embed from Getty Images How exactly does one fall so far, so quickly,Read More →

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Valentine’s Day has passed, so what better way to mend a broken heart than by seeing one of your favourite players shipped out of town…With the NHL Trade Deadline fast approaching, one of the bigger names likely to be moved is pending UFA, Philadelphia Flyer’s veteran winger Wayne Simmonds. Embed from Getty Images Depending on your roster he’d likely slot in on the second or third line and would provide teams a reliable presence, a proven playoff contributor (21pts in 42 gms) with a physical edge to his game belying his size. So, who among the possible playoff bound would most likely be in needRead More →

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‘Tis the holiday season! Time to celebrate with friends and family, spreading the gift of Christmas cheer!  So with that in mind, lets settle back with a festive beverage and take a look at what Santa Gritty has left under the tree for each NHL franchise in the Western Conference. See what Santa might bring the Eastern Conference teams here. Anaheim Ducks Julie ‘The Cat’ Gafney: Since reboots are all the rage in Hollywood, even in the land of Disney, why stop now? Ryan Miller’s banged up. John Gibson is playing a ton of minutes, why not add another reliable option at backup? Arizona CoyotesRead More →