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Prospects to Know: Who is… James Scantlebury?
We resume the prospect series with an entry on a 2027 NHL Entry Draft eligible, 16-year-old blue chip. Whether or not this launches another min-series is a matter I am undecided on at the moment, but we will see how it plays out. Never mind that, though. Let us talk about the player at hand.… Read more
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KHL updates: SKA struggling down the stretch, Sochi has hopes ended
Due to other obligations and more exhaustive projects, this series was unexpectedly suspended for two weeks. However, we return with plenty of developments to report. SKA Saint Petersburg: Game 56: Saturday, February 15th SKA 3-4 Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk Game 57: Monday, February 17th SKA 5-3 Severstal Cherepovets Game 58: Saturday, February 22nd SKA 4-6 Kunlun Red… Read more
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MCLA 2-1 Plymouth State: The Anomaly in Holderness
Yup, it really happened. What a time for it, as well. A story was told tonight by way of executing a game plan with no regard for circumstances. It may seem like a ludicrous notion when you look at it at face value, but even from the first period, this was evident. The Trailblazers were… Read more
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Anaheim Ducks Acquire Ville Husso
In the evening hours of February 24th, 2025, the Anaheim Ducks sent franchise legend, Future Considerations, to the Detroit Red Wings in exchange for veteran goaltender Ville Husso. At first glance, this deal makes little sense for the Ducks as they already roster Lukas Dostal and John Gibson, while keeping Oscar Dansk and Calle… Read more
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MASCAC Quarterfinals Primer
Dear Division 3 College Hockey readers, the time has finally arrived for the more anticipated than usual MASCAC playoffs. For those who have not followed since the start of the season, due to the MASCAC’s transient expansion into 10 teams following the additions of Anna Maria (Who we’ll talk more about later) and Rivier,… Read more
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“The bar” – What is the threshold to be seen as a legitimate Stanley Cup threat?
Elsewhere in the world of sports during the 4 Nations Face-Off final last night, the Boston Celtics defeated the Philadelphia 76ers on the road by a score of 124-104. This win upon the return from the NBA’s All-Star break improved Boston’s record on the season to this point to 40-16. By having achieved 40 wins… Read more