Dustin Byfuglien vs. Keith Yandle
Two of the league's best offensive defensemen go head-to-head in this week's Cage Match.
July 31, 2013
The Panthers signed Scott Gomez to a one-year deal reportedly worth $900K. Pretty inconsequential as far as fantasy goes since it’s been quite some time since Gomez was relevant in that area, but he does provide some veteran leadership to Florida. * It might sound crazy to some, but I think Jarome Iginla has [...]
July 30, 2013
* Notable RFAs still un-signed - Hodgson, Stepan, Kadri, Pietrangelo. The Rangers are in a bit of a bind. They don't have much cap space but would love to lock up Stepan long term. With the cap temporarily dropping this year, I could see them trying to give Stepan a one-year "prove [...]
NHL Veterans: Six Players on the Way Down
Six NHL players headed downhill - and fast.
2013-14 Top 10 Sleeper Picks – #7 Ryan McDonagh
Ryan McDonagh has established himself as an elite defensive defenseman. It's time for him to do the same as an offensive defenseman.
Rebuilding to Contention (Part IV)
Targeting long term prospects who will be worth the wait.
July 29, 2013
* Didn't get an opportunity to weigh in on the Blake Wheeler signing. Here are some quick thoughts: I like the term and dollar amount. Wheeler isn't a household name, but he has been a very productive forward for a number of years now. And I think he is really only scratching [...]
July 28, 2013
* Canucks defenceman Alex Edler had an IIHF hearing in Zurich this weekend to determine the full extent of his suspension for kneeing Eric Staal. According to the director of the Swedish National Team, the IIHF disciplinary committee will submit their decision in writing in a couple of weeks. * Sometimes nuggets [...]
July 27, 2013
In what world does it make any sense for the Leafs to trade away Cody Franson? Rumours started swirling yesterday that Toronto may have to move the young defenseman for financial reasons. That’s why inking Tyler Bozak and David Clarkson to those lucrative deals before getting things settled with their RFA’s was questionable. By the [...]
2013-14 Top 10 Sleeper Picks – #8 Drew Shore
Florida forward Drew Shore is ready for big things as he heads into his sophomore season.