Three-time Stanley Cup winner Toews announces retirement after 16 NHL seasons
Jonathan Toews is retiring from his playing career. He appeared in all 82 games for the Jets this season, scoring 11 goals and adding 18 assists. The 2010 Conn Smythe Trophy winner as the playoffs’ most valuable player, Toews has 383 goals and 529 assists in 1,149 games. The former Chicago captain reflected on his time on the ice.
The Talking Point: Biron grades Maple Leafs' sign-and-trade for Raddysh
With the Maple Leafs pulling off a sign-and-trade with the Lightning to land defenceman Darren Raddysh, TSN Hockey analyst Martin Biron joins this edition of The Talking Point to grade what he calls an 'aggressive' move to land the 30-year-old blueliner.
From Vegas chirps to relentless 'Canes, top prospect Verhoeff soaked up Stanley Cup
Keaton Verhoeff was a guest of the NHL at Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final. The North Dakota defenceman tells TSN what it was like to visit with players on the Knights and Hurricanes and also shared what he learned about fellow top prospects Chase Reid, Carson Carels, Caleb Malhotra and 'serious' Alberts Smits.
Oilers fan Verhoeff would embrace pressure if drafted by Western Canadian club
North Dakota defenceman Keaton Verhoeff tells TSN he'll embrace the pressure of playing close to home if drafted by the Canucks, Flames or Jets. The native of Fort Saskatchewan, Alta., who grew up an Oilers fan, has no regrets about jumping to the NCAA even if it may have hurt his stock.
Wolves 'may have cracked' Akhtyamov but Marlies keep faith in 'best goalie in the playoffs'
After Chicago scored on four of 26 shots to stay alive in the Calder Cup Finals, Wolves coach Spiros Anastas suggested his team may have finally "cracked" Artur Akhtyamov. But John Gruden shrugged off that comment while confirming Akhtyamov will start again Friday. "He has been the best goalie in the playoffs," the Marlies coach said. "I expect him to be great again."
'I let my team down': Leafs prospects taking accountability during Marlies run
Marlies defenceman William Villeneuve made an "unacceptable" turnover that led to Chicago's OT goal in Game 4 of the Calder Cup Finals. "I let my team down," the 24-year-old said. "I just gotta focus on tomorrow and be better." In the Conference Final, Easton Cowan made a similar comment after his own costly turnover and immediately responded with a big goal.
Calder Cup: Chicago Wolves 4, Toronto Marlies 3 (OT)
Viktor Neuchev scored the winner 3:18 into overtime as the Chicago Wolves stopped the Toronto Marlies from completing a sweep in the Calder Cup finals with a 4-3 victory on Thursday.
Rishaug reacts as Oilers close in on hiring Mike Babcock
With all signs pointing to Mike Babcock becoming the new head coach of the Oilers, Ryan Rishaug joins SportsCentre to share his thoughts on what he calls a 'risky' decision as well as Babcock's history behind the bench.
Toews to announce retirement after 16 NHL seasons
The Winnipeg Jets and Jonathan Toews will hold a media availability on Friday to announce his retirement from his NHL playing career. Toews, a three-time Stanley Cup champion with the Blackhawks, finishes his storied career with 383 goals and 529 assists in 1,149 games.
Babcock cleared in NHL investigation as Oilers close in on coach
Mike Babcock has been cleared to coach again in the NHL. “The League has completed its review of Mike Babcock’s tenure in Columbus, and of certain alleged conduct associated therewith. Our investigation has concluded that, even in a light least favorable to Mr. Babcock, there is no current basis to restrict his employment in the League,” the NHL said in a statement released Thursday afternoon.
Who might be in play?
In a new Ray & Dregs podcast, Ray Ferraro and Darren Dreger examine the names in trade speculation, including Matthew Knies, Bowen Byram and Vincent Trocheck.
The Talking Point: Which defenceman would you rather - Nurse or Rielly?
Darnell Nurse has reportedly requested a trade out of Edmonton, while the Maple Leafs are exploring interest in Morgan Rielly. Which veteran defenceman would you rather acquire? TSN Hockey analyst Cameron Gaunce weighs in on Nurse and Rielly being on the trading block in The Talking Point.
Cullen surges up rankings: 'My skill set is up there with the best guys in this draft'
After missing the start of the season due to injury, NTDP forward Wyatt Cullen has been rising quickly up NHL draft lists. The son of three-time Cup champion Matt Cullen is promising to bring clutch play and high-end talent to whichever team grabs him this month. "I think my skill set is up there with the best guys in this draft," he said.
Button discusses Hiller's 'fit' with the Maple Leafs
After an exhaustive month-long search, the Maple Leafs announced that Jim Hiller would be their new head coach. Craig Button discusses his 'fit' and how quickly Toronto can turn things around.
Maple Leafs name ex-Kings coach Hiller as new bench boss
Jim Hiller has been named the 41st head coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs. Hiller spent parts of the last three seasons as coach of the Kings before he was fired in March. He had a 93-58-24 record in Los Angeles, falling in the first round of the playoffs in two runs with the club. TSN's Mark Masters has more.
How Stanley Cup win for Hurricanes is special for Rod Brind'Amour
Hurricanes coach Rod Brind'Amour shares why Carolina's Stanley Cup triumph is extra special for him.
Hiller discusses his philosophy on how he plans to 'grow' the Maple Leafs
Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka officially introduces Jim Hiller as the team's new head coach. He discusses his philosophy for growing the team and why skating will be his first pillar.
Hiller shares his 'tactics' and why he's 'very open' to analytics
Jim Hiller says it's too early to reveal what kind of 'tactics' he'll implement with the Maple Leafs but says there's no right or wrong way to play and it's often the team that charts that path.
Chayka explains why Hiller stood above the rest
General manager John Chayka explains why Jim Hiller was the right guy to become the next head coach of the Maple Leafs and how he adds to the connectivity between the front office and team.
Hiller on the Toronto media and owning the first overall pick at NHL Draft
Jim Hiller explains why his previous experience with the Maple Leafs have definitely prepared him for the Toronto media. He also touches on the upcoming draft and what owning the first overall pick means for the team.
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