Jim Parsons

3 weeks ago | thehockeywriters.com | Jim Parsons

Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl have long been known as the NHL’s most dangerous offensive duo. However, during the 2025 Stanley Cup Final, the two superstars are proving they’ve added another dimension to their games: sound, committed defense, and roster flexibility. The minute these two “got the memo”, things changed, allowing head coach Kris Knoblauch the luxury of picking and choosing when he puts the two stars on the same line.

3 weeks ago | thehockeywriters.com | Jim Parsons

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Dallas Stars have fired head coach Peter DeBoer, and the sentiment circulating is that this was a clear message to the former coach regarding his decision-making and actions involving one player. A message was sent here, both to DeBoer and the rest of the Stars’ roster. Meanwhile, is Aaron Ekblad likely to test free agency this summer? Finally, how eager are the New York Rangers to move K’Andre Miller?

3 weeks ago | thehockeywriters.com | Jim Parsons

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, a report has surfaced that Martin Necas might not have “been thrilled” with his experience in Colorado. Does that report, along with the recent Brock Nelson signing, hint that a trade might be coming this offseason? Meanwhile, the Boston Bruins have hired Marco Sturm as their next head coach. Who else might be joining his staff? Finally, will the Toronto Maple Leafs add another puck-moving defenseman, and could that lead to discussions of a Morgan Rielly trade?

3 weeks ago | thehockeywriters.com | Jim Parsons

The Tampa Bay Lightning raised some eyebrows by signing 33-year-old Yanni Gourde to a six-year contract this week, but the move could quietly offer a template for the Toronto Maple Leafs and John Tavares. Gourde’s new deal carries a cap hit of just $2.3 million, down sharply from the $5.17 million he made this season. It’s a lot of term for a player past his prime, but Tampa Bay is clearly betting that a lower annual cost is worth the long-term commitment.

3 weeks ago | thehockeywriters.com | Jim Parsons

An interesting side story to the Edmonton Oilers’ playoff run and trip to the Stanley Cup Final seemed to pop up out of nowhere over the past couple of weeks. It was about veteran Corey Perry and whether his son had spilled the beans regarding the forward’s future in the NHL. During an interview, Perry’s seven-year-old son, Griffin, was in attendance and was asked about his dad’s life on the road and playing hockey, inquiring about how long he wanted his dad to remain in the NHL.