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The Andrew Mangiapane Experiment: Is it Time for the Edmonton Oilers to Move On?
The Andrew Mangiapane Experiment: Is it Time for the Edmonton Oilers to Move On?

Andrew Mangiapane’s Oilers dream has stalled. Healthy scratches, cap crunch, and Anaheim Ducks buzz—change of scenery may come before the Winter Olympic break.

By Jay ProbertJanuary 4, 2026
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Canadian Teams Morning Review – Jan. 4: Oilers, Habs, Flames, Leafs, Sens, Jets & Canucks
Game Reviews
Boston Bruins+11
Canadian Teams Morning Review – Jan. 4: Oilers, Habs, Flames, Leafs, Sens, Jets & CanucksSaturday’s NHL games brought milestones and frustration. What do Canada’s teams still need to get right in January?By Wilson Stillman
Jordan Binnington’s Big Winter Statement: A Timely Shutout as Team Canada Looks Ahead to the Olympics
News
St. Louis Blues
Jordan Binnington’s Big Winter Statement: A Timely Shutout as Team Canada Looks Ahead to the OlympicsNot all shutouts are equal. Jordan Binnington’s calm 2–0 win vs the Montreal Canadians sent a quiet message about timing, trust, and pressure for—Team Canada. By Brent Bradford
From the Rink to the Notebook: A Cross-Curricular Lesson Focusing on Hockey Journalism (Grades 4–6)
Teaching Ideas
Vancouver Canucks
From the Rink to the Notebook: A Cross-Curricular Lesson Focusing on Hockey Journalism (Grades 4–6)Turn action-packed hockey moments into student-written stories. Ask your students to watch the game, spot the details, and write like a real hockey journalist.By Brent Bradford
Analysis
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The Maple Power Play Looks Functional Again
Analysis
Toronto Maple Leafs
The Maple Power Play Looks Functional AgainThe Maple Leafs’ power play is simpler, smarter, and getting pucks on net. With Nick Robertson at the point, they’re quietly carving out an edge.By Jim Parsons Sr.
Jets Season in Jeopardy: It's Time to Snap Back
Analysis
Winnipeg Jets
Jets Season in Jeopardy: It's Time to Snap BackJets struggling early but see a chance to reset before the Olympic break—Morrissey and Connor stress focus, urgency, and getting back on track.By Wilson Stillman
Between the Lines
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Speaking Into Possibility: Auston Matthews Leads in a Different Era
Between the Lines
Toronto Maple Leafs+1
Speaking Into Possibility: Auston Matthews Leads in a Different EraWhat does it mean to “speak into possibility without forcing it”? Keefe uses Matthews to show a new kind of leadership.By Jim Parsons Sr.
Between the Pipes
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Between the Pipes: Beyond the Numbers—Allan Bester’s Lasting Mark on the Toronto Maple Leafs
Between the Pipes
Toronto Maple Leafs
Between the Pipes: Beyond the Numbers—Allan Bester’s Lasting Mark on the Toronto Maple LeafsA look back at how Allan Bester battled in the Toronto Maple Leafs crease—calm, tough, and giving Toronto a chance in the offensively-driven and chaotic 1980s.By Brent Bradford
Between the Pipes: Kelly Hrudey—The "Easter Epic" Winning Goalie Who Continues to Leave His Mark on Hockey
Between the Pipes
Los Angeles Kings+1
Between the Pipes: Kelly Hrudey—The "Easter Epic" Winning Goalie Who Continues to Leave His Mark on HockeyKelly Hrudey’s determination defined games—from the legendary "Easter Epic" to Hollywood lights to the broadcast booth. How one goalie thrived under pressure.By Brent Bradford
Between the Pipes: Marty Turco’s Game-Changing Puck-Handling Skills and Legacy
Between the Pipes
Dallas Stars
Between the Pipes: Marty Turco’s Game-Changing Puck-Handling Skills and LegacyMarty Turco didn’t just stop pucks for the Dallas Stars—he helped changed goaltending. Smart, fearless puck-handling that helped shape today's game. By Brent Bradford
By the Numbers
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By the Numbers: How #53 Became One of the Quietest—and Smartest—Picks in NHL Entry Draft History
By the Numbers
Detroit Red Wings
By the Numbers: How #53 Became One of the Quietest—and Smartest—Picks in NHL Entry Draft HistoryPicked #53 overall in 1989, NHL All-Star Nicklas Lidström became the Entry Draft's best selection—1,564 games, 1,142 points, 4 Stanley Cups, 7 Norris Trophies.By Brent Bradford
By the Numbers: How Adam Foote Turned #52 into a Colorado Avalanche Icon
By the Numbers
Colorado Avalanche
By the Numbers: How Adam Foote Turned #52 into a Colorado Avalanche IconAdam Foote turned an overlooked number into a Colorado Avalanche icon. How #52 came to stand for toughness, trust, and two Stanley Cups.By Brent Bradford
By the Numbers: A Look Back at the '51 Stanley Cup Final and How It Was Defined By Overtime
By the Numbers
Montréal Canadiens+1
By the Numbers: A Look Back at the '51 Stanley Cup Final and How It Was Defined By OvertimeFive games, five overtimes, one unforgettable goal—how the '51 Stanley Cup Final between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Montreal Canadiens became legendary.By Brent Bradford
Game Reviews
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Canadian Teams Morning Review – Jan. 4: Oilers, Habs, Flames, Leafs, Sens, Jets & Canucks
Game Reviews
Boston Bruins+11
Canadian Teams Morning Review – Jan. 4: Oilers, Habs, Flames, Leafs, Sens, Jets & CanucksSaturday’s NHL games brought milestones and frustration. What do Canada’s teams still need to get right in January?By Wilson Stillman
Vancouver Canucks Lose to Seattle Kraken in a Shootout
Game Reviews
Vancouver Canucks+1
Vancouver Canucks Lose to Seattle Kraken in a ShootoutDid Friday’s tight loss show the Canucks’ resilience — or underline how little margin for error they have left?By Jim Parsons Sr.
Canadian Teams Morning Review – Jan. 2: Senators, Canadiens, Leafs & Jets
Game Reviews
Toronto Maple Leafs+5
Canadian Teams Morning Review – Jan. 2: Senators, Canadiens, Leafs & JetsOttawa, Montreal, Toronto all rally late — comebacks, hat tricks, and key saves shape a wild night for Canadian teams. Who’s gaining traction?By Wilson Stillman
Hockey Connections
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Hockey Connections: Where the Game Becomes a Lifelong Bond
Hockey Connections
Chicago Blackhawks+9
Hockey Connections: Where the Game Becomes a Lifelong BondHockey isn’t just scores and stats. It’s siblings, teammates, and bonds built on cold ice that last long after the final buzzer.By Brent Bradford
News
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Jordan Binnington’s Big Winter Statement: A Timely Shutout as Team Canada Looks Ahead to the Olympics
News
St. Louis Blues
Jordan Binnington’s Big Winter Statement: A Timely Shutout as Team Canada Looks Ahead to the OlympicsNot all shutouts are equal. Jordan Binnington’s calm 2–0 win vs the Montreal Canadians sent a quiet message about timing, trust, and pressure for—Team Canada. By Brent Bradford
Calvin Pickard Delivers a Definitive Statement as the Edmonton Oilers Ride His Best Night of the Season
News
Edmonton Oilers
Calvin Pickard Delivers a Definitive Statement as the Edmonton Oilers Ride His Best Night of the SeasonBack in his hometown, Winnipeg, Calvin Pickard stayed ready, stayed calm, and delivered his best game of the season when the Edmonton Oilers needed it most.By Jay Probert
Player Reviews
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Canucks Brock Boeser Rising Up the All-Time List
Player Reviews
Vancouver Canucks
Canucks Brock Boeser Rising Up the All-Time ListSteady, skilled, and clutch—Brock Boeser rises among Vancouver’s all-time greats, carving his place quietly but surely.By Wilson Stillman
Teaching Ideas
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From the Rink to the Notebook: A Cross-Curricular Lesson Focusing on Hockey Journalism (Grades 4–6)
Teaching Ideas
Vancouver Canucks
From the Rink to the Notebook: A Cross-Curricular Lesson Focusing on Hockey Journalism (Grades 4–6)Turn action-packed hockey moments into student-written stories. Ask your students to watch the game, spot the details, and write like a real hockey journalist.By Brent Bradford
Skates, Sketches, and Stories: Turning NHL Posters into a Cross-Curricular Lesson (Grades 4–6)
Teaching Ideas
Edmonton Oilers+1
Skates, Sketches, and Stories: Turning NHL Posters into a Cross-Curricular Lesson (Grades 4–6)Turn hockey passion into Art and Language Arts! NHL player posters hook Grades 4–6 students into creativity, storytelling, and confident presentations.By Brent Bradford
The Science of Ice: Exploring Physics and Safety Through Hockey (Grades 4-6)
Teaching Ideas
The Science of Ice: Exploring Physics and Safety Through Hockey (Grades 4-6)In the classroom, turn hockey into a science lab! Explore ice, motion, and safety with hands-on experiments and design challenges for Grades 4-6.By Brent Bradford
Trade
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The Andrew Mangiapane Experiment: Is it Time for the Edmonton Oilers to Move On?
Trade
Edmonton Oilers
The Andrew Mangiapane Experiment: Is it Time for the Edmonton Oilers to Move On?Andrew Mangiapane’s Oilers dream has stalled. Healthy scratches, cap crunch, and Anaheim Ducks buzz—change of scenery may come before the Winter Olympic break.By Jay Probert
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Does the Stuart Skinner Trade Still Look Good for the Oilers?
GeneralDoes the Stuart Skinner Trade Still Look Good for the Oilers?With Jarry sidelined and Skinner heating up in Pittsburgh, does the Oilers’ goalie trade still look like a win? By Anonymous
By the Numbers: How #50 Quietly Earned Its Place in NHL Goaltending History
By the NumbersBy the Numbers: How #50 Quietly Earned Its Place in NHL Goaltending HistoryNot flashy, not famous—until now. How two NHL All-Star goalies, Corey Crawford and Jordan Binnington, turned #50 into a Stanley Cup goalie legacy.By Brent Bradford
Canadian Teams Morning Review – Jan. 1: Jets, Oilers & Flames
Game ReviewsCanadian Teams Morning Review – Jan. 1: Jets, Oilers & FlamesWhat a mixed night revealed about Canadian teams: control in Calgary, cracks in Winnipeg, and a reminder that even contenders wobble.By Anonymous