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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays

by Lyle Richardson | Dec 23, 2025 | News, NHL, Rumors, Soapbox | 20 Comments

I'm taking my annual Christmas break from Tuesday, December 23, to Saturday, December 27. The next update to this site will be Sunday, December 28—my thanks to all of you who follow and support this site. I wish you all a safe and Merry Christmas, and best wishes for...

NHL Rumor Mill – December 22, 2025

by Lyle Richardson | Dec 22, 2025 | Rumors | 35 Comments

Check out the latest speculation on the Avalanche, Islanders, and Kings in today's NHL Rumor Mill. THE DENVER POST: Corey Masisak believes the first-overall Colorado Avalanche will “almost certainly” add another defenseman before the March 6 trade deadline. However,...

NHL Morning Coffee Headlines – December 22, 2025

by Lyle Richardson | Dec 22, 2025 | News, NHL | 12 Comments

Sidney Crosby surpasses Mario Lemieux as the Penguins' all-time points leader, Oilers captain Connor McDavid overtakes Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon for the lead in the scoring race, and more in today's NHL Morning Coffee Headlines. NHL.COM: Sidney Crosby scored...

Sunday NHL Rumor Roundup – December 21, 2025

by Lyle Richardson | Dec 21, 2025 | Rumors | 30 Comments

Could the Oilers add another goaltender after the holiday roster freeze is lifted? Could a coaching change be coming for the Maple Leafs? Are the Sabres adding to their front office? Find out in the Sunday NHL Rumor Roundup. COULD THE OILERS PURSUE ANOTHER GOALIE?...