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3 Things That Made the Oilers' WHA Years So Special
3 Things That Made the Oilers' WHA Years So Special

Before the NHL dynasty, the Oilers were already building something special in their WHA days in Edmonton.

By Jim Parsons, Sr.June 9, 2026
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The Canucks West Coast Express Changed Everything
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The Canucks West Coast Express Changed EverythingThe West Coast Express didn't just score goals—it transformed the Canucks into a contender and changed the franchise forever.By Wilson Stillman
The Senators Alexei Yashin Lesson: What a Star Can Cost
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The Senators Alexei Yashin Lesson: What a Star Can CostAlexei Yashin was Ottawa’s first star—but his holdout changed everything and reshaped how the Senators built around talent.By Jim Parsons, Sr.
Why the Senators Tim Stützle Still Hasn’t Hit 100 Points Yet
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Why the Senators Tim Stützle Still Hasn’t Hit 100 Points YetTim Stützle looks like Ottawa’s engine—but his 83-point season still doesn’t match how much he drives the Senators’ offence.By Jim Parsons, Sr.
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What the Canes Showed the Canadiens About the Contender Gap
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What the Canes Showed the Canadiens About the Contender GapCarolina didn’t expose effort—they exposed the gap in control, structure, and execution that the Canadiens still have to learn.By Jim Parsons, Sr.
Joe Pavelski: The Maple Leafs' Most Interesting Coaching Candidate
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Joe Pavelski: The Maple Leafs' Most Interesting Coaching CandidateJoe Pavelski’s interview suggests the Leafs may be searching for more than a coach—they may be looking for a culture changer.By Wilson Stillman
The Maple Leafs’ “Fix It Now” Approach Needs to Change
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The Maple Leafs’ “Fix It Now” Approach Needs to ChangeThe Maple Leafs’ old pattern keeps repeating: quick fixes, traded futures, and the quiet cost of never letting patience take hold.By Wilson Stillman
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3 Things That Made the Oilers' WHA Years So Special
Hockey History
Edmonton Oilers
3 Things That Made the Oilers' WHA Years So SpecialBefore the NHL dynasty, the Oilers were already building something special in their WHA days in Edmonton.By Jim Parsons, Sr.
The Canucks West Coast Express Changed Everything
Hockey History
Vancouver Canucks
The Canucks West Coast Express Changed EverythingThe West Coast Express didn't just score goals—it transformed the Canucks into a contender and changed the franchise forever.By Wilson Stillman
The Senators Alexei Yashin Lesson: What a Star Can Cost
Hockey History
Ottawa Senators
The Senators Alexei Yashin Lesson: What a Star Can CostAlexei Yashin was Ottawa’s first star—but his holdout changed everything and reshaped how the Senators built around talent.By Jim Parsons, Sr.
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Why the Senators Tim Stützle Still Hasn’t Hit 100 Points Yet
Player Reviews
Ottawa Senators
Why the Senators Tim Stützle Still Hasn’t Hit 100 Points YetTim Stützle looks like Ottawa’s engine—but his 83-point season still doesn’t match how much he drives the Senators’ offence.By Jim Parsons, Sr.
3 Reasons Ivar Stenberg Might Be a Smart Pick for the Maple Leafs
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3 Reasons Ivar Stenberg Might Be a Smart Pick for the Maple LeafsIvar Stenberg’s two-way game, work ethic, and steady development make him a prospect the Maple Leafs shouldn’t overlook.By Wilson Stillman
3 Reasons Brock Boeser Would Be a Good Canucks Captain
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Vancouver Canucks
3 Reasons Brock Boeser Would Be a Good Canucks CaptainBrock Boeser isn’t the loudest leader—but maybe that’s exactly why his name deserves more attention in the Canucks captain talk.By Wilson Stillman
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Could Nico Hischier Actually End Up with the Canadiens?
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Montréal Canadiens
Could Nico Hischier Actually End Up with the Canadiens?Hischier’s extension talks with New Jersey slow down—opening the door for Montreal intrigue and a possible surprise market shift.By Jim Parsons, Sr.
Why a Höglander Trade Is Likely for the Canucks
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Vancouver Canucks
Why a Höglander Trade Is Likely for the CanucksThe Canucks retool tightens as Höglander becomes a key decision point: inconsistency, cap space, and opportunity all collide this summer.By Wilson Stillman
The Oilers' Nurse Situation: If I Were Him, Here’s How I’d Play It
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The Oilers' Nurse Situation: If I Were Him, Here’s How I’d Play ItDarnell Nurse’s NMC puts him in control—so how does he steer trade talks without burning bridges or losing leverage in Edmonton?By Jim Parsons, Sr.
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Connor McDavid and the Loneliness of Greatness
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Mitch Marner Did Something Maple Leafs Fans Never Got to See
NewsMitch Marner Did Something Maple Leafs Fans Never Got to SeeMarner’s historic Game 3 explosion in Vegas reignites the old Leafs question: what changed—and why didn’t it happen in Toronto?By Wilson Stillman