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The Quack Attack is Back: Are the Ducks the Real Deal?
Heading into the 2025-26 NHL season, no one expected the Anaheim Ducks to be on the trajectory that they are. For a team that finished 25th in the league just last season, the fact that they currently sit atop the Pacific and fourth in the entire league with an 11-5-1 record feels unbelievable. It's obvious things are working for Anaheim thus far, but is this hot start sustainable?
Ava Heaton
Nov 153 min read


Opening the Gate: How Player-Led Outreach is Shaping a More Inclusive Hockey Culture
Hockey has always been about community. From billet families and locker rooms to fan traditions passed down through generations, the sport is rooted in a strong sense of connection. Today, players are opening the gate and helping that community spread beyond the boards. Player outreach programs are emerging as a defining aspect of today's game, and allowing the sport to grow into a space that is more accessible and welcoming for all.
karinnaleonard
Nov 37 min read


Designing a Legacy: How Michelle Sutherby Has Immortalized Red Wings History and Paved the Way for the Next Generation of Women
This week I had the pleasure of speaking with Michelle Sutherby, who is the Social Media Content Designer for the Detroit Red Wings. While her primary role involves designing content for their social media channels, after seven years with the organization her responsibilities have evolved. Alongside her digital work, she has designed t-shirts, pucks, commemorative tickets, signage, and more.
karinnaleonard
Oct 317 min read


Early Season Check-in: How Every NHL Team Is Starting the 2025-26 Season
The first game of the 2025-26 National Hockey League started October 7 with numerous teams playing on the big stage, such as the Chicago Blackhawks against the Florida Panthers. With nearly two weeks into the regular season, let’s take a look at the different teams and their records, including some star players.
Mayline Ruiz
Oct 2910 min read


What's Happening with the New York Rangers?
Following a 6-5 overtime loss to the San Jose Sharks on Thursday, the New York Rangers fell to a 3-4-2 overall record to start off the 2025-2026 NHL season, and they still have not registered a win at home. Team morale appears bleak, fans are frustrated, and we're all wondering: what's has gone wrong for the Rangers?
Ava Heaton
Oct 253 min read


Hockey Is Back: Players to Watch This NHL Season
It's crazy to think that hockey season is already upon us. The offseason has been exciting as we have seen drastic changes in the league. From the Toronto Maple Leafs Mitch Marner trade, Connor McDavid's two-year contract extension with the Edmonton Oilers, and Matthew Schaefer going No.1 in the 2025 NHL Draft. With the season starting back on October 7, let's take a look at the hockey players we need to keep our eyes on this season.
Mayline Ruiz
Oct 155 min read


Our Favorite NHL WAGs This Hockey Season
Everyone thinks about Hailee Steinfeld or Livvy Dunne when they think about the WAGs of their favorite players, but what about the women who play huge roles behind the scenes in the lives of the best NHL players? While many of them may not have celebrity status likening to that of, you know, Taylor Swift, we still love their relationships with our favorite players, so let's take a look at some of the couples in the league that are definite couple goals!
Ava Heaton
Oct 133 min read


Chasing Redemption: The Path to the 2025-26 Playoffs for 2 NHL Teams
As the NHL regular season begins this Tuesday, the Vancouver Canucks and Utah Mammoth both have a chance to rise above the noise and make a statement from the opening puck drop.
karinnaleonard
Oct 66 min read


A Full Circle Moment: Marc-André Fleury's Return to Pittsburgh
On September 12th, the Penguins broke the internet and stirred a wave of nostalgia among Pittsburgh fans and hockey fans everywhere by announcing their newest PTO signee: Marc-Andre Fleury. The franchise legend is set to return to the ice on September 26th for practice, before playing in parts of the September 27th preseason game.
karinnaleonard
Sep 224 min read


Hockey 101: Everything You Need to Know to Be a Hockey Fan
Over the past few years, hockey has started to make waves in the sports world. From shocking trades such as the Boston Bruins trading away Brad Marchand to the Florida Panthers, to infamous games including Canada against the USA in the Four Nations Face-Off. Hockey is growing in all areas. Since hockey is getting new eyes, let’s break down the amazing game and give a brief introduction to the beautiful sport.
Mayline Ruiz
Sep 95 min read


The Lifeblood of Hockey: A Look Into Two of the NHL’S Biggest Rivalries
With NHL hockey finally starting back up this month, it feels like the perfect time to reflect on one of sport's greatest thrills: rivalries. Few things ignite the ice like a rivalry game, as the roar of the crowd fills the arena with passion. These unforgettable matches are built upon years of history, drama, and competitiveness. Among the many rivalries across the league, these two stand out as much-watch matches to look out for this upcoming season.
karinnaleonard
Sep 86 min read


Reporting the Rink: Rachel Luscher’s Life Inside Islanders Hockey
This past week I had the amazing experience of speaking with Rachel Luscher. Rachel is the Digital Media Coordinator for the New York Islanders. Her job entails covering the team day-to-day and writing for the team website. During the season she covers each practice, game, and event that the team does and she writes features. During the offseason she continues to cover events, attends meetings for the upcoming season, does in-person reporting, and interviews.
Samantha Lewis
Aug 124 min read


A Look Ahead: Four Teams to Watch This 2025-26 NHL Season
We’re just two months shy of the National Hockey League's 2025-26 season starting and there have been some exciting trades as well as some interesting signings throughout the season and even during free agency.
Mayline Ruiz
Aug 115 min read


The Face of the Franchise: The NHL’s Most Iconic Mascots
Some teams are unique for their rookies or legendary players, and others for their mascots. Let’s take a look at some of the best hockey mascots and why they’re so loved!
Mayline Ruiz
Aug 44 min read


Lights, Camera, Action: The Most Creative NHL Schedule Drops of the Season
While we’re anxiously waiting for the NHL season to start, we’re clinging to each piece of hockey news we can get. Lucky for us, some teams released their schedules for this upcoming season, and let’s just say they didn’t disappoint.
Mayline Ruiz
Jul 284 min read


Which Series Should You Watch Based On Your Fav Sport?
Here are five show recs for you based on your favorite sport.
Evette Velasquez
Jul 273 min read


A New Era in the Making: The San Jose Sharks Trades and Signings that Shook the NHL
With the 2024-25 NHL season finishing and free agency in full swing, there are a few teams turning heads for good and bad reasons.
Mayline Ruiz
Jul 214 min read


2025 NHL Free Agency: Grading the Biggest NHL Free Agency Moves of 2025
With the Stanley Cup celebration winding down, we need to find ways to occupy our minds with hockey, and what better way to do it than with free agency.
Mayline Ruiz
Jul 144 min read


2025 NHL Draft Recap: Analyzing the Top 10 Picks
With the 2025 NHL Draft officially coming to a close, hockey fans are excited for the season to start and see how these top prospects pan out.
Mayline Ruiz
Jul 74 min read


Stanley Cup Showdown: Panthers Take the Cup Again
With hockey season coming to an end, the Florida Panthers have gone back-to-back, clinching the Stanley Cup Finals for the second year in a row!
Mayline Ruiz
Jun 305 min read
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