The United States women’s national hockey team is objectively the best women’s national team on the planet. Ranked #1 in the world by the IIHF, they have medalled at every single Olympic Games since their first appearance at Nagano in 1998. Similarly, at the IIHF World Women’s Championships, USA has won gold seven of the last […]

At the start of the 2016-17 NHL season, Jacob Trouba’s future with the Winnipeg Jets was uncertain. He had opted out of training camp after a trade request placed in May went unanswered, and contract talks seemed to be at a standstill. “Our client, Jacob Trouba, will not be attending the Winnipeg Jets NHL training camp,” […]

Lou Lamoriello: a name synonymous with the New Jersey Devils. Lamoriello served as president of hockey operations and general manager of the team from 1987 to 2015. He was the architect of the Devils’ first playoff appearance, he helped draft legendary goaltender Martin Brodeur, and he oversaw all three of the Devils’ Stanley Cups. His tenure in the […]

A young goalie pinned as a bust, a backup who has yet to prove himself, and a former full-time NHLer known best for his untimely injuries. These are the options that the Winnipeg Jets have in net, and it has not been easy to find the piece that solves their goaltending puzzle. Goalies Connor Hellebuyck […]

After losing six consecutive games on the road, the Winnipeg Jets picked up back-to-back victories against tough divisional opponents on Dec. 3 and 4. But the journey to these victories was not easy. “Definitely huge,” Jets forward Mathieu Perreault told the Winnipeg Sun. “You know, now we are a .500 team and we give ourselves a […]

There’s a reason Washington Capitals LW Alexander Ovechkin is one of the most prolific players of the shootout era. His ridiculous goal celebrations, strong physical presence, and knack for scoring highlight-reel goals all set him apart from the average high-scoring forward.  He scored a goal so sensational during his rookie year, it is now known simply as “The Goal.” […]