Matt Grzelcyk made a name for himself in the NHL while serving as Charlie McAvoy’s usual defense partner with the Bruins. The 30-year-old had great success in that role until last season, when his offensive production dipped to 11 points in 63 games, and his possession numbers were below average since the 2018-19 campaign. Now looking to rediscover himself with the Penguins … [Read more...] about Metropolitan Notes: Grzelcyk, Roslovic, Smith, Pesce
Metropolitan Notes: Holmström, Martin, Flyers, Nadeau
At long last, Islanders forward Simon Holmström appears ready to push for a top-six role. Head coach Patrick Roy thinks so, at least, he told The Hockey News’ Stefen Rosner. Holmström, the Isles’ 2019 first-round pick, has established himself as a full-time NHLer over the past two seasons. But he’s been used almost exclusively as a bottom-six option at even strength with some … [Read more...] about Metropolitan Notes: Holmström, Martin, Flyers, Nadeau
Poll: Who Will Win The Metropolitan Division In 2024-25?
A three-headed monster for much of the past few years, the Metropolitan Division only had two serious contenders last season. The Presidents’ Trophy-winning Rangers and second-place Hurricanes ran away with things, creating a 17-point gap between them and the third-place Islanders. There are question marks around whether the Metro will return to its former level of … [Read more...] about Poll: Who Will Win The Metropolitan Division In 2024-25?
Salary Cap Deep Dive: Carolina Hurricanes
Navigating the salary cap is one of the most important tasks for a front office. Teams that can avoid total cap chaos by walking the tightrope of inking players to deals that match their value (or compensate for future value without breaking the bank) remain successful. Those that don’t often see struggles and front office changes. PHR will look at every NHL team and give a … [Read more...] about Salary Cap Deep Dive: Carolina Hurricanes
Carrier To Only Miss A Couple Of Days
Hurricanes winger William Carrier is only expected to miss a couple of days with the lower-body injury that held him out of practice yesterday, relays team reporter Walt Ruff (Twitter link). Head coach Rod Brind’Amour noted that they’re merely being extra cautious with the newcomer. Carrier signed a six-year, $12MM contract with Carolina over the summer after spending the last … [Read more...] about Carrier To Only Miss A Couple Of Days