Liam and Markus Ruck played with Gavin McKenna for two seasons with the Medicine Hat Tigers and the twins are convinced the projected first overall pick in Friday's NHL draft will excel under the spotlight in Toronto should the Leafs pick him. "He just doesn't crumble under pressure," Markus said. "He lives for the big moments."
Windsor Spitfires winger Ethan Belchetz has leaned on older sister Taylor, a goalie at the University of Connecticut, while navigating the mental challenges associated with being a top NHL prospect and also developing his shot into a fierce weapon.
Ethan Belchetz models his game on the Tkachuk brothers, Tom Wilson, Juraj Slafkovsky and Aliaksei Protas. The Spitfires winger, who stands 6-foot-5, 228 pounds, will bring a combination of brute force and soft skill to whichever team picks him at the NHL draft.
TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button joins SportsCentre to share his thoughts on the Senators sending the ninth overall pick to the Sharks for William Eklund, the Flames betting on upside with their trade for Simon Nemec, and the Blackhawks' bold move for Bowen Byram.
Morgan Rielly’s agent, J.P. Barry, has submitted a list of four Western-based teams the Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman is willing to go to, according to TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger. Dreger reports that this will be a team by team assessment and depending on the fit, there could be some flexibility to add teams to the trade list.
With the NHL offseason in full swing, a flurry of trades were made around the league on Tuesday. SportsCentre recaps some of the big moves, which includes the Flames acquiring D Simon Nemec from the Devils, the Senators sending the ninth overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft to San Jose for F William Eklund and the Sabres sending Bowen Byram to Chicago for the fourth overall pick in this year's draft.
TSN’s Hockey Insiders have the latest on the Sharks listening on their first round picks, interest in the Jets' Connor Hellebuyck, the Leafs and Brandon Carlo, Jason Robertson, the Devils’ plans, and pending UFA Patrik Laine.
Mike Babcock discusses the perception that he's 'hard on players' but says that is often confused with telling people the truth. New assistant coach D.J. Smith also weighs in on the subject and why he's not afraid to speak up to Mike if need be.
Mike Babcock discusses his meetings with the Oilers' leadership group and why they're all on the same page heading into this new era in Edmonton.
Mike Babcock is asked about his departure from Columbus and why things didn't work out. He also touches on his reputation and how he's grown from his past experiences.
Mike Babcock addresses the media in Edmonton for the first time as the Oilers new head coach. He explains why he's grateful for another opportunity in the league and his shares his excitement about the team's potential.
Oilers general manager Stan Bowman goes into detail on their process that led them to Mike Babcock and why he was the best candidate to be their next head coach.
Brady and Matthew Tkachuk join The Pat McAfee Show to reveal that they learned about the trade at a Father's Day brunch together, through their grandpa, who shared to them that TSN Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun broke the news on 'X'. The brothers also discuss their excitement to play together, their Olympic experience, and more.
Brady Tkachuk and GM Bill Zito share how scary they think the Panthers could be next season, and the multiple line combinations the team can roll out on a nightly basis. Tkachuk also explains how excited he is to play for head coach Paul Maurice.
Panthers GM Bill Zito explains how the Brady Tkachuk trade came together with the Senators, and shares his excitement to add another impact player. Zito also says he's not done improving an already stacked club.
Brady Tkachuk shares his excitement to fulfill a childhood dream of playing alongside his brother Matthew in the NHL with a chance to compete for a Stanley Cup. Tkachuk speaks about winning an Olympic gold medal with his brother on Team USA, his decision to wear No. 8 in Florida, and more.
Brady Tkachuk discusses his departure from Ottawa, explaining that "it was just time for the next chapter". Tkachuk says it was a "very hard decision" despite the rumours, and expresses his gratitude for the franchise in helping mold him into the player he is today.
TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger joins Gino Reda to discuss the Oilers officially hiring Mike Babcock and also touches on potential moves for Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck and RFA Jason Robertson.
With NHL free agency just over a week away, Cameron Gaunce takes a closer look at some 'extreme' under the radar free agents in Tuesday's Talking Point.
TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button joins Gino Reda to explain why Gavin McKenna is a "no brainer" for the Maple Leafs at first overall and why he compares him to Mitch Marner. Button also shares why Caleb Malhotra is a great fit at No. 3 playing for his dad with the Canucks while recapping the top 10 picks in TSN Hockey's Mock Draft.
TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button and host Gino Reda reveal picks 6-10 in TSN Hockey's Mock Draft, which has Canadian defenceman Carson Carels going No. 6 to the Flames, Swedish forward Viggo Bjorck going No. 8 to the Jets, and the Senators landing Canadian forward Ethan Belchetz at No. 9.
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