Player Reviews

How are Matthew Knies and John Tavares quietly shaping the Maple Leafs this season? Can youth and experience combine to change Toronto’s fortunes?

Gabriel Vilardi may not steal headlines, but he’s quietly guiding the Jets. He's a consistent player who can anchor the team’s identity.

Is it too soon to get excited about Easton Cowan, or is his steady rise exactly what the Maple Leafs have been missing?

What do the fates of three former Leafs prospects reveal about Toronto’s development—and their roster decisions?

Is Max Domi really struggling, or is he just unlucky? The expected goals tell a much kinder story than the score sheet suggests.

How much can a quiet, steady prospect like Stephen Halliday change the Senators’ lineup—and is this call-up the first real sign he’s NHL-ready?

How does Quinn Hughes keep dominating the game when he’s clearly playing hurt — and what does it say about the captain holding the Canucks together?

Who is Marc Del Gaizo, and why does he keep showing up in the Canadiens’ plans even if he barely plays? Here's the story behind the quiet call-up.

Is David Kämpf the steady, no-drama centre the Canucks have been missing? Vancouver believes he might be a long-term fit.

Connor Bedard isn’t just scoring more — he’s running games now. What changed to turn him into a different kind of offensive force?

The Canucks didn’t sign David Kämpf for flash. They signed him for order. Here’s what he’ll bring to Vancouver’s lineup this season.

Jonathan Toews returns home with the Jets after long COVID — quietly leading, key defensive minutes, and showing his veteran impact early.

Bobby McMann isn’t just filling minutes anymore — he’s forcing his way into a bigger role with effort, detail, and timely scoring.

Young goalie Leevi Meriläinen is quietly shaping the Senators’ season, proving depth and calm in net can tilt big games.

Who knew Jack Roslovic would be this good for the Oilers? From bargain-bin signing to top-six spark, he’s proving his worth every night.

What can a hockey player teach us about living with grace and gratitude? Jennifer Botterill’s Hall of Fame speech shows us how.

Kyle Connor hits 600 NHL points with steady skill and smart play — quiet milestone, big impact for the Winnipeg Jets.

Kadri scores in his 1,000th game — can the Flames’ veteran center keep the momentum going and repeat last season’s brilliance?

Was Nathan MacKinnon right about Phillip Danault being underrated—or has the quiet centre finally earned the respect he deserves?