Articles
Alex Ovechkin "Happy" With Spencer Carbery's Hiring
Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin is expecting life to be different under new head coach Spencer Carbery, but he is "happy" with the hiring. "We already knew him, we have a great relationship," Ovechkin told Russian newspaper Sport-Express, according to NHL.com. "I was happy with this hiring because he knows me, and he knows […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoDavid Krejci Retires From NHL
Boston Bruins center David Krejci has announced his retirement from the NHL. The Czech forward wraps things up after spending 16 seasons in the league and becoming the ninth-highest scorer in Bruins history with 786 points (231 goals, 555 assists) in 1,032 regular-season games. Krejci, who won the Stanley Cup with Boston in 2011, already […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoOliver Kylington Ready To Return To Action Next Season
Calgary Flames defenseman Oliver Kylington is ready to make his return to the NHL after missing the entire 2022-23 campaign to focus on his mental health. "It was a very challenging year for me personally," Kylington told Swedish outlet HockeyNews, according to a translation. "These are things that have been going on in the family […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoBrendan Gallagher Confident Of Bouncing Back From Injuries
Montreal Canadiens right wing Brendan Gallagher is hoping to get back to his best with a healthy season. The 31-year-old has skated in just 93 games across the previous two campaigns, looking like a shadow of his former self. Last season, Gallagher posted only 14 points (eight goals, six assists) in 37 outings. "I've had […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoAlexander Kerfoot Feels Like He's A Great Fit In Arizona
Arizona Coyotes forward Alexander Kerfoot feels like he will fit in very well with his new teammates after signing a two-year, $7 million contract with the club as a free agent. "I just came away really impressed with where they're headed, what their mindset is at right now, and I think with what they're doing […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoNicholas Robertson Desperate To Stay Healthy In 2023-24
Toronto Maple Leafs winger Nicholas Robertson is eager to leave injuries behind him and kickstart his NHL career. "The show goes on," the 21-year-old told TSN. "The secret to success for me is just being healthy." Following an impressive preseason, Robertson played just 15 times in the NHL last term, sustaining a shoulder injury in […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoAndrei Svechnikov Expected To Be Ready For Start Of Season
Carolina Hurricanes right wing Andrei Svechnikov (knee) is expected to be ready for the start of the 2023-24 NHL campaign. The 23-year-old had knee surgery in March and was given a six-month timeline for recovery. According to Hurricanes general manager Don Waddell, Svechnikov has been recovering well and might even be ahead of schedule. "He […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoKris Letang Welcomes Erik Karlsson's Addition
Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Kris Letang has given his sign of approval to the addition of Erik Karlsson. "I love the addition, to be honest," Letang told Matt Vensel of The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. "Trust me, every coach in the NHL wants an Erik Karlsson. Every coach in the NHL wants Crosby and Malkin on the power […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoAnfernee Simons Excited To Link Up With Scoot Henderson
Portland Trail Blazers guard Scott Henderson has left a great first impression on teammate Anfernee Simons. "He's as good as advertised," Simons said. "Understands the game at a high level, especially at his age. I'm pretty excited to play with him." Henderson also appears to be extremely confident in his ability after recently promising to […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoP.J. Dozier Moves To Serbia
Guard P.J. Dozier has decided to take his talents to Europe, signing a one-year deal with KK Partizan in Serbia. Dozier made his NBA debut with the Oklahoma City Thunder in 2017-18, and he has also played for the Celtics, Nuggets, and Kings. The 26-year-old had a very marginal role in Sacramento last season, averaging […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoFrank Ntilikina Misses World Cup With Injury
Charlotte Hornets guard Frank Ntilikina won't be able to help France at the 2023 World Cup after injuring his thigh in an exhibition game against Lithuania. The injury could also disrupt Ntilikina's preparations for the upcoming NBA season. The former first-round pick agreed to a one-year contract with the Hornets earlier in the month. Ntilikina […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoShai Gilgeous-Alexander Shines For Canada At Both Ends
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander put together a super-productive performance for Canada against New Zealand on Saturday, tallying 26 points and six steals with three assists and a block in just 20 minutes of action. Gilgeous-Alexander started off hot with 11 first-quarter points and eventually led the team to a 107-76 victory. Canada started […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoAnthony Edwards Leads Team USA In Scoring Versus Slovenia
Minnesota Timberwolves shooting guard Anthony Edwards was Team USA's top scorer with 15 points Saturday in an easy 92-62 victory over a Luka Doncic-less Slovenia team. The Americans produced a very balanced effort, as all 12 players scored and nine finished with at least six points. Edwards also had 15 points and was tied for […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year ago76ers Have Ended Trade Talks Involving James Harden
Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden remains in limbo, with ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reporting that the team has ended trade talks involving the disgruntled star. The Sixers have been in talks with the Los Angeles Clippers -- Harden's preferred destination -- but nothing has come to fruition. Sources have also told Wojnarowski that Harden is unhappy […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoLuke Kennard Thinks Grizzlies Can Be A "Special" Team
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Luke Kennard is expecting big things from the 2023-24 NBA campaign. "We got some really good additions this summer, and I think they're going to help our team out a lot," Kennard told Damichael Cole of The Commercial Appeal. "We're really excited. I know we have a really good team this year. […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoRobert Covington Heading Into 2023-24 With "Vendetta"
Los Angeles Clippers forward/center Robert Covington is eager to produce a bounce-back campaign in 2023-24 after falling out of the rotation last season. "I got a vendetta. It's a bigger chip on my shoulder," Covington told Law Murray of The Athletic. "Not playing that much last year really put me in a place — all […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoMyles Turner "Loves" Pacers Moves
Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner has given his approval to the team's offseason moves and is excited for what's to come. "I love what we did this summer," Turner said. "I think we got a lot more athletic. I think Tyrese (Haliburton) is going to thrive with this. … I love how fast we are." […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoCam Thomas Believes He Would Be A Scoring Machine As Starter
Brooklyn Nets shooting guard Cam Thomas has thrown out some bold words, claiming that he would score 25 points per game "easy" as a starter. "Ball in my hand? 25… 25 no doubt, easy," Thomas told Zach Schumaker on his "The SchuZ Show" podcast. "And that's just me having confidence in my ability, knowing what […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoJoel Embiid Seeking To Be In "Best Shape Of His Life"
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid is aiming to be in the "best shape of his life" in 2023-24, according to ESPN's Ramona Shelburne. "He wants to come back in the best shape of his life and so when you talk about players losing weight and all that, that is a goal that he has set," […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoJamal Cain Accepts Heat's Qualifying Offer
Miami Heat forward Jamal Cain will return to the team on a two-way deal after accepting his qualifying offer. The 24-year-old was reportedly seeking a standard contract in free agency but has now settled for the Heat's two-way deal. After going undrafted a year ago out of Oakland University, Cain featured in 18 games for […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoPius Suter Moves To Vancouver
The Vancouver Canucks have picked up free-agent forward Pius Suter on a two-year, $3.2 million deal. The 27-year-old will suit up for his third NHL team after spending the past two seasons with Detroit and making his NHL debut in 2020-21 with Chicago. "Bringing in Pius for the next couple of years really helps us […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoEvgeny Svechnikov Heads To KHL
Winger Evgeny Svechnikov has ended his NHL stint, signing a two-year deal with KHL team Ak Bars Kazan. The 26-year-old is returning to his roots after playing junior hockey and making his professional debut for the Kazan team. Svechnikov spent six seasons in the NHL after being picked 19th by the Red Wings in the […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoHurricanes Announce Caleb Jones Signing
The Carolina Hurricanes have signed defenseman Caleb Jones to a one-year, $775,000 contract. The team is adding further quality to what already looks like the strongest blue line in the NHL. "Caleb is a reliable, two-way defenseman," said Hurricanes president and general manager Waddell. "His NHL experience will help boost our depth on defense." Jones […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoMike Hoffman Excited For Second Opportunity With Sharks
San Jose Sharks winger Mike Hoffman is looking forward to finally suiting up for the team, five years after the club initially acquired him. Back in the summer of 2018, the Ottawa Senators traded Hoffman to San Jose, but he was quickly flipped to the Florida Panthers. Following three different stops, Hoffman is now a […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoNazem Kadri Looking Forward To "Clean Slate"
Calgary Flames center Nazem Kadri had a lackluster debut campaign with the team, but he hopes to bounce back in 2023-24, along with a number of his teammates. "I think a lot of guys on the team are ready to kind of play to their potential," Kadri said this week. "For whatever reason, we got […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoMartin Jones Signs One-Year Contract With Maple Leafs
The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed goaltender Martin Jones to a one-year, $875,000 contract. The 33-year-old is switching teams for a third consecutive summer, having previously played for four teams in total. He had a strong 27-13-3 record last season as a member of the Seattle Kraken but couldn't secure himself a new deal with […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoKris Dunn Backed To Be Starter Next Season
Utah Jazz point guard Kris Dunn had an impressive stint with the team last season and could get himself a bigger role for 2023-24. The 29-year-old featured in 22 games for the Jazz near the end of the campaign, putting up 13.5 points with 4.5 rebounds, 5.6 assists, and 1.1 steals. He is seen as […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoEdy Tavares Continues To Dream Of NBA Return
Real Madrid center Edy Tavares doesn't know what the future holds, but he is thinking about returning to the NBA. The seven-foot-three giant has one year left on his contract with Real but could be bought out of it. "I don't know if I'm going to renew with Real Madrid," Tavares told Spanish outlet Relevo […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoBrandon Ingram Loving Life In New Orleans
New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram hasn't been bothered by trade rumors and is very happy with his current situation. "For me, I love New Orleans," Ingram told The Athletic's William Guillory. "It's perfect for me and the way I want to operate. Less distractions. I can go play basketball whenever I want to. I've […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year agoJalen Brunson Believes Busy Summer Will Benefit Him Next Season
New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson believes his involvement with Team USA this summer will help him prepare for the upcoming NBA season. "I think it's another way to get ready for training camp," Brunson said. "You gotta look at it and see the positives that come out of this, going towards the NBA […]
Taavi Pailk 1 year ago