Philadelphia, PA

All 82 games in an NHL regular season count the same, but some dates on each teams’ slate stand out as must-watches for various reasons. Whether it’s because a long-time player is returning for the first time as a member of an opposing team, because of a budding or long-standing rivalry, or because a new franchise is coming to town, some games just have more hype around them than others.

5 Must-Watch Winnipeg Jets Games in 2024-25

Pittsburgh, PA

Sports commentator Mark Madden revealed that Malkin doesn't see his future in the NHL and wants to finish his career in Russia. This news comes as defenseman Kris Letang explores opportunities to play in Quebec, and Sidney Crosby has yet to sign a new contract with the Penguins. His departure...

Shocking report surfaces on Pittsburgh Penguins star player leaving the NHL

This afternoon there is growing concern that a former first-round pick might have to abandon playing hockey in North America due to a lack of interest. The NHL offseason is the beginning of a career for many young stars in the NHL. It can also be the end of the journey for a player who once was looked at as a promising young talent. This summer that could be the case for former Edmonton Oilers top prospect Kailer Yamamoto.

Edmonton Oilers first round pick may be done in the NHL after getting no offers

Awful Announcing

More than two years after Mike Missanelli was unceremoniously let go from 97.5 The Fanatic, the longtime Philadelphia sports radio host has returned. With a sports radio career spanning more than three decades, Missanelli spent 15 years as The Fanatic’s most successful host, with most of that tenure coming in afternoon drive. The Mike Missanelli Read more...
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Veteran Philly radio host returns

Tampa, FL

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Three men and a woman have been arrested on murder charges in connection with the fatal shooting of Charles Jones , a Jacksonville rapper known as Julio Foolio,” outside a hotel in Tampa.

4 arrested in slaying of Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio

Denver, CO

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More dangerous substances are entering the Denver drug supply, Harm Reduction Action Center warned in a newsletter this week. “The Iron Law of Prohibition posits that as law enforcement becomes more intense, the potency of prohibited substances increases,” HRAC Executive Director Lisa Raville wrote in the newsletter. That is exactly what is happening, she said.

Dangerous substances entering Denver drug supply

Previously, we looked at some great picks by the Maple Leafs in the past. Now, it’s time to look at some of the worst draft picks since 2005. The players in this list did not turn out to be what they were expected to be when they were drafted. Some players were drafted while other players went on to have much better careers and were selected after. Here are four players that the Maple Leafs probably regret drafting, in no specific order.

Toronto Maple Leafs Worst Draft Picks Since 2005

The Hlinka Gretzky Cup is an annual tournament held each August where top prospects under-18 prospects face off representing their home countries. It is an exciting tournament every season due to its age restrictions and timing just after the NHL Draft. With many NHL stars having participated in the past, who are the top 2025 Draft-eligible prospects competing in the 2024 Hlinka Gretzky Cup?

Top 2025 Draft-Eligible Prospects at the 2024 Hlinka Gretzky Cup

Anaheim, CA

We’re about a week into August, the final month of the NHL offseason without any on-ice activity. Outside of a second straight surprise selection with their draft choice, the Anaheim Ducks have not made much noise. In fact, it’s been rather silent. It’s concerning, but we should probably give general manager Pat Verbeek the benefit of the doubt that in the midst of the relative silence, he is working to ensure the future of his franchise is set up for success.

Ducks’ Offseason Trades Revisited: Bobby Ryan

Jude McAtamney, from Swatragh in Co Derry, has become the first-ever Irish-born person to play for the NFL's New York Giants. McAtamney must have brought a bit of the luck of the Irish to Big Blue as they defeated the Detroit Lions 14-3 on Thursday night for their preseason opener at Met Life Stadium in New Jersey.

Hey Jude! Former GAA star makes NFL debut with New York Giants

Chicago, IL

The future of the NHL has never looked brighter due to the increase in talent across the league. While generational talents Sidney Crosby, Patrick Kane, and Alexander Ovechkin can be attributed to the league’s success at the turn of the century, the future lies on the backs of Connor McDavid, Connor Bedard, and others. The Connors were arguably the two greatest prospects to ever be selected in the NHL Draft, and while they have an eight-year age gap, comparing their rookie seasons can better contextualize who will have the better future.

Comparing Connor McDavid & Connor Bedard’s Rookie Seasons

The preliminary round continued in the 2024 Hlinka Gretzky Cup, with a couple of teams in “must-win” games after playing just one game apiece. The United States and Finland faced off as 0-1 teams in Group B. On the flip side, Czechia was trying to ride the momentum from their 2-1 victory over the United States on Aug. 5.

2024 Hlinka Gretzky Cup Day 2: Czechia Rolls, United States Bounces Back

Colorado State

The driver of a bakery goods truck who Denver police crashed into head-first will receive a $350,000 payday from the city. The settlement to Christopher Cordova appears on the consent agenda of Monday’s City Council meeting. Items are the consent calendar are considered routine and generally pass in a block vote. However, council members Shontel Lewis and Sarah Parady regularly call out the settlements to draw attention to them.

Bakery truck driver latest to receive a Denver police payout

A man peacefully sitting with his son in his car in their church parking lot was assaulted by a Denver police officer in June 2019 and will receive a $75,000 settlement. The payoff appears on the Denver City Council agenda for Monday. The item is on the consent calendar. Items on the consent calendar are considered routine and generally pass in a block vote without discussion.

Man hit in face by Denver police officer to receive $75,000 settlement

Earlier this week, we looked at some of the best contracts in the NHL based on recent performance and how they project to age in the coming years. Today, we’ll be flipping course and looking at some of the worst contracts based on recent performance and how they could age. Let’s get right into it.

NHL’s 10 Worst Contracts for 2024-25

The 2024 offseason definitely looks like a busy one. Plenty of moves to talk about, and we also notice some shifts in the NHL power rankings. Check them out below. This shouldn’t come as a surprise to anyone, as the Panthers remain the No. 1 ranked team in the month of August too. People might say they almost lost to the Oilers in the Stanley Cup Final, but that doesn’t mean anything. There’s no reason why the current champion shouldn’t be the top team during the offseason. Sam Reinhart will play for Florida in 2025, which was a huge signing. Dmitry Kulikov will also stay, thus making sure this defense won’t undergo big changes.

NHL Power Rankings – August 2024

Boston, MA

It’s now Aug. 7, and the Boston Bruins and goaltender Jeremy Swayman have yet to come to an agreement on a new deal for the restricted free-agent goaltender. While it might seem like the two sides are at odds, it’s more of a stalemate than anything. While fans...

Bruins Fans Shouldn’t Be Alarmed About Lack of Jeremy Swayman Contract

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Philadelphia Flyers’ 4 Best Contracts for 2024-25

Regarding contracts in hockey, we usually hear about the bad ones more than the good ones. When it comes to the Philadelphia Flyers, which four of...

Philadelphia Flyers’ 4 Best Contracts for 2024-25

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