Player Reviews

Is Connor McDavid just having another great season—or is he quietly building a legacy that’s impossible to measure in real time?

Is Caleb Malhotra, son of Abbotsford Canucks coach Manny Malhotra, a 2026 draft name Vancouver fans should be watching closely?

Can the Canadiens and Canucks’ top rookies steal the spotlight tonight? Demidov, Kapanen, and Buium could make this game unforgettable.

What made Doug Gilmour matter so much in Toronto—even without a Stanley Cup—and why does his name still resonate with Maple Leafs fans today?

Connor McDavid isn’t just fast—he’s rewriting what speed means in hockey. EDGE stats, breakaways, and bursts show why the NHL can’t catch him.

Bobby McMann isn’t in the headlines, but clutch scoring, speed, and home ice confidence are making him a Maple Leafs weapon

Three straight wins, calmer reads, fewer rebounds. Sam Montembeault may not be reinvented — just rediscovered.

Rookie goalie Jacob Fowler is making waves in Montreal—calm, focused, and keeping the Canadiens in games one save at a time.

Can Alexandre Texier’s three-point night and 100th NHL point mark the rise of one of France’s top players in Montreal?

Jake Sanderson isn’t flashy, but his repeatable offensive streaks show he’s building credibility and balance for the Senators’ blue line.

Is Cole Caufield just a scorer, or has he quietly become one of Montreal’s true offensive drivers?

Maple Leafs teammates share what makes Auston Matthews a lethal scorer, leader, and teammate — a true superstar on and off the ice.

Phillip Danault returns to Montréal, racks up two assists, hits 400 career points, and helps the Canadiens pull off an OT comeback win.

Steady, skilled, and clutch—Brock Boeser rises among Vancouver’s all-time greats, carving his place quietly but surely.

Montreal’s top D pair are night and day — Hutson drives the play, Dobson steadies it: two different styles, one perfect balance on the blue line.

Can Zeev Buium’s World Junior success translate to the NHL? Vancouver’s young defenceman has already proven he thrives under pressure.

Is Tim Stützle quietly becoming the engine that turns the Senators from promise into something real?

William Nylander’s goals have dried up, but the signs of a breakout are still there. Here are three reasons why panic is a wrong reaction.

How did a quiet waiver claim turn into one of the Maple Leafs’ most stabilizing pieces almost overnight?

Do Matthews and Nylander really speak the same hockey language—or are their differences shaping Toronto more than systems ever could?

When Guy Lafleur came back with the Nordiques, was it about winning—or something deeper than trophies?

Can Zeev Buium quietly reshape the Canucks’ blue line, or will the shadow of Quinn Hughes loom too large in his debut season?

Connor McDavid ran the show against the Leafs last night—fast, smart, and unstoppable. Here’s what really stood out.

Did Nazem Kadri really change—or did the teams around him finally let him become the leader he was always capable of being?

Macklin Celebrini isn’t just a promising rookie. He already looks like a player the Sharks can build around for years.

Thrown into the deep end, Thomas Milic’s rookie NHL season has been a mix of tough losses, solid relief work, and AHL success.

Three reasons Scott Laughton is quietly invaluable for the Leafs: energy, stability, and locker room leadership.

Can Linus Ullmark shake off his slow start and be the difference-maker the Senators need to claw their way into the playoffs?

Could the Flames’ Dustin Wolf–Devin Cooley duo become the NHL’s most reliable goalie tandem, even in a team that’s rebuilding?

Carlo’s injury forces tough questions for the Maple Leafs: trade, wait, or hope for a late-season return? Full analysis in the Press Box.

How did an unranked defenceman from Sweden’s third tier become the quiet cornerstone the Canucks built a blue line around?”

Matheson’s 5-year extension gives the Canadiens stability, leadership, and consistent play on the blue line—no distractions, just results.

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?