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Are the Jets Goalies Just the Easiest Target?

Are the Jets Goalies Just the Easiest Target?

Winnipeg's goalies are under pressure, but six straight losses raise a bigger question: is the problem really just in the crease?

By The Old ProfOctober 28, 2026

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The Oilers Have a McDavid Problem, But Not What You Think

Edmonton Oilers

The Oilers Have a McDavid Problem, But Not What You Think Connor McDavid is making history, but the Oilers have stumbled. Can Edmonton turn recent adversity into a better team performance against Calgary?By The Old Prof

Flames Have Found Something Worth Testing Against the Oilers

Flames Have Found Something Worth Testing Against the Oilers Calgary's four-game winning streak is about more than results. Can the Flames carry their simpler, confident approach into Edmonton?By The Old Prof

Senators’ Goalie Shuffle: Johansson Keeps Them in the Fight

Ottawa Senators

Senators’ Goalie Shuffle: Johansson Keeps Them in the Fight Jonas Johansson kept the Senators close against Vegas. With Ullmark sidelined and a busy road trip ahead, Ottawa needs that effort to keep it up.By The Old Prof

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Are the Jets Goalies Just the Easiest Target?

Are the Jets Goalies Just the Easiest Target? Winnipeg's goalies are under pressure, but six straight losses raise a bigger question: is the problem really just in the crease?By The Old Prof

The Oilers Have a McDavid Problem, But Not What You Think

Edmonton Oilers

The Oilers Have a McDavid Problem, But Not What You Think Connor McDavid is making history, but the Oilers have stumbled. Can Edmonton turn recent adversity into a better team performance against Calgary?By The Old Prof

Flames Have Found Something Worth Testing Against the Oilers

Flames Have Found Something Worth Testing Against the Oilers Calgary's four-game winning streak is about more than results. Can the Flames carry their simpler, confident approach into Edmonton?By The Old Prof

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Maple Leafs: Easton Cowan’s Biggest Asset

Toronto Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs: Easton Cowan’s Biggest Asset Easton Cowan is scoring for the Toronto Maple Leafs, but his accountability and passion may matter just as much for his long-term future.By Wilson Stillman

Canucks’ Anthony Romani: A Late-Round Pick Making Big Jumps

Vancouver Canucks

Canucks’ Anthony Romani: A Late-Round Pick Making Big Jumps The Vancouver Canucks may have found something special in Anthony Romani, a late-round pick whose biggest improvement may be his skating.By Wilson Stillman

Has Matvei Gridin of the Flames Earned the Swagger?

Has Matvei Gridin of the Flames Earned the Swagger?Matvei Gridin is finding his scoring touch for the Calgary Flames, but his latest breakout raises a bigger question about what comes next.By The Old Prof

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The Canucks Simply Need 60 Solid Minutes: Can They Get Them?

Analysis The Canucks Simply Need 60 Solid Minutes: Can They Get Them?The Vancouver Canucks have lost 10 straight, but a favourable history against Anaheim offers hope. Can they finally put together a 60-minute performance?By Wilson Stillman

Jonas Johansson's Surprise Start Could Be Revealing for Senators

Analysis Jonas Johansson's Surprise Start Could Be Revealing for Senators Jonas Johansson gave the Ottawa Senators a promising first outing, but a tougher test against Vegas could better reveal his ability to step up.By The Old Prof

Isaac Howard Got a Goal, But Does He Have an Oilers' Future?

Analysis Isaac Howard Got a Goal, But Does He Have an Oilers' Future?Isaac Howard scored his first goal for the Edmonton Oilers. Is this a turning point—or a sign he needs a different development path?By The Old Prof