The Hockey Writers

The Stanley Cup Playoffs are approaching, and teams are officially clinching playoff berths and being eliminated from contention. Here are the potential scenarios where teams can clinch or be eliminated… … [Read more...] about NHL 2025 Playoff Clinching/Elimination Scenarios – 04/06/2025

After a lackluster performance in the first 40 minutes, the Dallas Stars (50-21-4) exploded with four goals in the third period, on their way to a 5-1 win over the… … [Read more...] about Rantanen Records 700th Career Point in Stars’ 5-1 Win Over Predators

The Nashville Predators take on the Dallas Stars at the American Airlines Center tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. PREDATORS (27-40-8) at STARS (49-21-4)… … [Read more...] about Projected Lineups for the Predators vs Stars – 4/3/25

April 3 was a big date for the Original Six cities of Boston and Toronto. Plus, the most successful father-son duo in National Hockey League history had major milestones. The… … [Read more...] about Today in Hockey History: April 3

The Columbus Blue Jackets were in desperate need of an early lead against the Nashville Predators. Not only did they get that, their offense exploded in a much-needed way. Kirill… … [Read more...] about Blue Jackets Take Care of Business in Win Over Predators