Tall, Strong Defensemen Define Modern Stanley Cup Contenders
From the Frozen Four to the NHL draft board, a new archetype of defensemen is reshaping championship teams.
Jun 22, 2026
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The Hurricanes’ Unlikely Claim to the Title of Best NHL Team Without Future Hall of Famers
The 2025‑26 Carolina Hurricanes captured the Stanley Cup with a dominant 16‑3 playoff run, raising the question of whether they can be considered the best team in NHL history that lacks any clear future Hall of Fame players.
Jun 17, 2026
The NHL’s Preference for Size and Physicality Over Pure Offensive Skill in Defensemen
A look at the divergent criteria used by fans and league evaluators when ranking NHL defensemen, and what that means for the future of the position.
Jun 16, 2026
Shea Theodore’s Overtime Heroics Fuel Vegas Golden Knights’ Stanley Cup Run
In Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final, Shea Theodore scored the winning goal in double overtime, showcasing a career‑long journey from a garage in British Columbia to the NHL’s biggest stage.
Jun 8, 2026
Golden Knights’ Veteran Core Leads the Way in Stanley Cup Final Game 1
A look at how the returning forward, the offensive defenseman and the seasoned center combined with contributions from Mark Stone, Jack Eichel and Reilly Smith to fuel the Vegas Golden Knights' 5‑4 win in Raleigh.
Jun 4, 2026
Contrasting Paths to the Stanley Cup Final
The Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes have taken markedly different routes to the Final, blending aggressive star acquisitions with patient player development.
Jun 2, 2026