Chris Lomon

With NHL firsts out of the way, DeBrincat sets sights higher

By: Chris Lomon

As a kid, the month of December was twice as nice for Alex DeBrincat. As an NHL player, he’s hoping for the same, only in April.

August 30, 2018

My Top 5 | Jason Pominville

By: Chris Lomon

The 2018-19 NHL season will be a special one for veteran forward Jason Pominville.

August 28, 2018

Comeau brings 'disruptive' edge to Dallas

By: Chris Lomon

While being described as “disruptive” doesn’t exactly sound like a compliment, it’s the ultimate praise when it comes to Blake Comeau.

August 28, 2018

Young but mature, Skjei ready to help lead Rangers

By: Chris Lomon

Skjei points to former Rangers defenceman Ryan McDonagh, who was dealt to the Tampa Bay Lightning last February, as a player that helped teach him the ropes at the NHL level.

August 23, 2018

Raonic sees eye-to-eye with NHL players

By: Chris Lomon

Milos Raonic is taller than most NHL players, but the hard-hitting Canadian tennis player can certainly relate to them on a number of levels.

August 21, 2018

My Top 5 | Yannick Weber

By: Chris Lomon

Yannick Weber and his girlfriend Kayla Price recently came up with a huge off-ice assist and in doing so, made a world of difference to some very needy dogs.

August 21, 2018

Da Beauty League players bringing their best home

By: Chris Lomon

There’s something about Da Beauty League that brings out the best in NHL players, on and off the ice.

August 16, 2018

Nylander highly motivated playing with and against teammates

By: Chris Lomon

William Nylander had one mission in mind when it came to Smashfest VII: get the better of anyone who wears a blue and white hockey sweater.

August 14, 2018

My Top 5 | Brandon Tanev

By: Chris Lomon

Brandon Tanev has no reservations about being a foodie and is always on the lookout for cool spots to enjoy dinner near his summer home.

August 14, 2018

Hamilton brothers reconnect with charity close to their hearts

By: Chris Lomon

Dougie Hamilton’s summer has included a little bit of everything, including reconnecting with a charity that holds special meaning for the 25-year-old defenceman.

August 9, 2018

Shore motivated for first taste of playoffs

By: Chris Lomon

No need to ask Devin Shore if he and his Dallas Stars teammates are a motivated group heading into the 2018-19 NHL season.

August 7, 2018

My Top 5 | Torey Krug

By: Chris Lomon

Ciao! It’s a word Boston’s star defenceman used several times during his recent trip to Italy. Great food. Great wine. Great people. Krug experienced it all on a vacation of a lifetime.

August 7, 2018

It's game on for J.T. Brown as career path winds back home

By: Chris Lomon

When J.T. Brown says “Game On!” he’s not messing around.

August 2, 2018

My Top 5 | Brandon Manning

By: Chris Lomon

New city. New team. New conference. Brandon Manning is looking forward to suiting up in the Windy City.

July 31, 2018

Humbled but healthy, Eaves to attempt fourth straight Smashfest title

By: Chris Lomon

Patrick Eaves, who was limited to just two NHL games in 2017-18, can’t wait for the puck to drop on the new season. But before it does, the right wing has one order of business to take care of.

July 31, 2018

Inaugural Marner All-Star Invitational set to make a difference

By: Chris Lomon

On the ice, Mitch Marner wants to be a player his teammates can count on. Off the ice, the right wing wants to be a person kids look up to.

July 26, 2018

Ovechkin wins ESPY for Best Male Athlete as first NHL player

By: Chris Lomon

Ovechkin managed to outduel some serious competition at the 2018 ESPYs.

July 24, 2018

My Top 5 | Brett Connolly

By: Chris Lomon

It was a Hollywood ending for Brett Connolly and the Washington Capitals in 2017-18, a season in which the right wing and his teammates hoisted the Stanley Cup aloft.

July 24, 2018

With a Hart Trophy in hand, Hall sets sight on a shorter summer

By: Chris Lomon

There’s no doubt Taylor Hall has some serious hockey skills. His SPF skills, however, could use some work.

July 19, 2018

My Top 5 | Adam Henrique

By: Chris Lomon

From heading in and out of Hogtown, to hitting the beaches and the links, Henrique has been enjoying some fun in the sun (and also lending a helping hand) before the new season gets underway.

July 17, 2018