Author: Chris Lomon
My Top 5 | Carter Hutton
He’s enjoying a starring role between the pipes with the Buffalo Sabres in 2018-19, the 32-year-old’s first campaign tending the twine with the Eastern Conference club.
Marleau at home wherever he goes
Patrick Marleau’s penchant for being the perfect role model came long before he ever skated on NHL ice. Russ Farwell knows all about that.
Byron honoured to wear the 'A'
It’s an honour Paul Byron never saw coming, but one that he wears proudly and humbly.
Bobrovsky nets high praise from teammates
It’s not the just the regular season or playoffs where Bob doesn’t want a puck to get by him.
My Top 5: Dane Jackson on Jonathan Toews
Dane Jackson, in his 13th season on the University of North Dakota men’s hockey coaching staff, serves up five reasons why Chicago’s captain is a top-shelf talent.
With on-ice milestone in sight, Lundqvist makes impact away from rink
While his greatest masterpieces have come between the pipes, Henrik Lundqvist recently showed his creative touch outside of the crease.
My Top 5 | Connor McDavid
The GM of the OHL's Erie Otters offers up why the Connor McDavid, Edmonton Oilers captain and two-time Ted Lindsay Award recipient, is the real deal.
Duchene: When push comes to shove, people help people
“There are lot of bad things going on in the world these days, but when push comes to shove, people help people.”
Quiet by nature, Skinner's skill still does all the talking
Jeff Skinner’s time in Kitchener was, as Murray Hiebert recalled it, picture-perfect.
My Top 5 | Zach Werenski
When it comes to his favourite music artist, Columbus Blue Jackets d-man Zach Werenski is all about Drake.
Kadri grown into main cog, special player for Maple Leafs
You can count Mark Hunter, owner, GM and vice president of the OHL’s London Knights as a huge supporter of Kadri, the 27-year-old Toronto Maple Leafs centre.
Gibson's retro masks homage to hometown, Ducks anniversary
John Gibson is ready to unmask his retro side – times two – in 2018-19.
Tavares still working overtime
When the London Knights acquired John Tavares in a blockbuster deal on January 8, 2009, team brass knew they were getting a game-changing superstar. As it turned out, it was even better than they expected.
My Top 5: Charlie Coyle
What tops the Minnesota Wild forward’s list? Here’s a pair of hints: it debuted in 2005 and won the People’s Choice Award for Favourite New TV Drama that same year.
Scheifele Set To Make His Mark (Again)
What happens when you serve up deserving words of praise to your teammate and captain? If you’re Mark Scheifele, you get the same in return.
My Top 5 | Nick Foligno
When it comes to naming his top five singers, the Columbus captain’s list contains a little bit of everything, including country, rock and an iconic Canadian vocalist.
Brown Brings Intensity, Positivity
“He’s a guy that when he came to us, he was mature beyond his years." - Dave Brown, GM of the Erie Otters
After the perfect summer, Mikael Backlund is ready for October
How would Mikael Backlund like to see the 2018-19 NHL season play out? Just like his off-season.
My Top 5 | Nick Bonino
Nick Bonino has won hockey’s biggest team trophy twice, netted U.S. collegiate hockey’s top title nine years ago and now finds himself closing on 500 career NHL games.
Brouwer looks to complement Panthers' up-tempo game
As Troy Brouwer recalls, it wasn’t much fun facing the Florida Panthers. He doesn’t have to worry about that now.