Michael Traikos

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TRAIKOS: Devils GM says there's a different vibe following team's 10-game 'heater'

In trying to explain how the New Jersey Devils have gone from being one of the worst teams in the NHL to suddenly one of the hottest — a seemingly overnight success that has them riding a 10-game winning streak — GM Tom Fitzgerald listed all the things that have improved from a year ago, whether it’s been goal-scoring, goaltending or the general health of the roster that was injured for most of last season.

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November 16, 2022 NHL

General manager Tom Fitzgerald of the New Jersey Devils announces a contract extension for Jack Hughes prior to the game against the San Jose Sharks at the Prudential Center on November 30, 2021 in Newark, New Jersey.

TRAIKOS: NHL general managers plant the seeds for future trades at annual meeting

TORONTO — They talked about the penalty shots, kicked pucks and how to protect players from getting sliced up by skate blades. But for Ottawa Senators GM Pierre Dorion, the most pressing item discussed at the annual NHL general managers’ meeting on Tuesday wasn’t necessarily on the agenda.

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November 15, 2022 NHL

GM Pierre Dorion chats with the press at the welcoming start-up event.

Bet on Maple Leafs' Murray to have carry some rust into his return against the Penguins

Matt Murray returns to Toronto’s net against his former team on Tuesday after a lengthy layoff.

November 15, 2022 Sports Betting

Sep 28, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs goalie Matt Murray (30) makes a save against the Montreal Canadiens in the first period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: -

McDavid the odds-on favourite to win the Hart Trophy — and several other awards

With 32 points in 16 games, Connor McDavid is running away with the scoring lead so far this season. And the Edmonton Oilers captain, who has a 15-point lead on the next-highest scorer, appears to be running away with the Hart Trophy as well.

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November 15, 2022 Sports Betting

Nov 12, 2022; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) skates with the puck ahead of Florida Panthers center Aleksander Barkov (16) during the first period at FLA Live Arena.

Look for Flames' Huberdeau to make offensive impact in return to the lineup tonight

With one goal and six points in 11 games, it’s safe to say that Jonathan Huberdeau’s transition from Florida to Calgary hasn’t been as smooth as Flames fans — or head coach Darryl Sutter — would like it to be.

November 14, 2022 Sports Betting

Calgary Flames Jonathan Huberdeau during NHL hockey at the Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary on Saturday, November 5, 2022. AL CHAREST/POSTMEDIA

Senators' Alex DeBrincat finally starting to heat up at the right time

It has taken him a little longer than expected, but Ottawa’s Alex DeBrincat is starting to heat up.

November 14, 2022 Sports Betting

Alex DeBrincat #12 of the Ottawa Senators controls the puck against Travis Sanheim #6 of the Philadelphia Flyers in the third period at the Wells Fargo Center on November 12, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Ottawa Senators defeated the Philadelphia Flyers 4-1. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

TRAIKOS: Loyalty and devotion will be on display when the Penguins play the Maple Leafs

During the summer, while Johnny Gaudreau and Matthew Tkachuk were taking turns stabbing the Calgary Flames in the back, the Pittsburgh Penguins made a conscious decision to bring back the band.

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November 10, 2022 NHL

Vancouver Canucks forward Nils Aman (88) stick checks Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Kris Letang (58) in the first period at Rogers Arena.

TRAIKOS: Can the Jets, Devils and Kraken actually make the playoffs?

The Seattle Kraken are one of the best teams in the NHL. The St. Louis Blues are one of the worst teams in the NHL.

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November 9, 2022 NHL

Seattle Kraken defenseman Vince Dunn advances the puck against the Nashville Predators during the third period at Climate Pledge Arena. Seattle defeated Nashville 5-1.

TRAIKOS: Vegas' Eichel in a happier place now that he's on a winning team

TORONTO — Sour. Selfish. And self-absorbed.

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November 9, 2022 NHL

Jack Eichel of the Vegas Golden Knights takes a break during a stop in play in the third period of a game against the Winnipeg Jets in the third period of their game at T-Mobile Arena on October 30, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

TRAIKOS: Vegas' Logan Thompson further proof that you don't need a Vezina Trophy winner in net to win games

If there was anything to learn from last year’s Stanley Cup playoffs, it was that you don’t necessarily need a Vezina Trophy-winning performance from your goalie to win a championship.

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November 8, 2022 NHL

Goalie Logan Thompson of the Vegas Golden Knights looks on against the Washington Capitals during the second period at Capital One Arena on November 1, 2022 in Washington, DC.

Michael Traikos

LATEST STORIES BY MICHAEL TRAIKOS

TRAIKOS: Devils GM says there's a different vibe following team's 10-game 'heater'

TRAIKOS: NHL general managers plant the seeds for future trades at annual meeting

Bet on Maple Leafs' Murray to have carry some rust into his return against the Penguins

McDavid the odds-on favourite to win the Hart Trophy — and several other awards

Look for Flames' Huberdeau to make offensive impact in return to the lineup tonight

Senators' Alex DeBrincat finally starting to heat up at the right time

TRAIKOS: Loyalty and devotion will be on display when the Penguins play the Maple Leafs

TRAIKOS: Can the Jets, Devils and Kraken actually make the playoffs?

TRAIKOS: Vegas' Eichel in a happier place now that he's on a winning team

TRAIKOS: Vegas' Logan Thompson further proof that you don't need a Vezina Trophy winner in net to win games

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