(We maybe should have said this while it was still March, but OTF will be continuing its long-standing policy of no prank content on this April Fool’s Day. Wishing you all a day filled with only pleasant surprises!)
Joshua scores twice as Canucks claw out win over slumping Ducks
Dakota Joshua scored twice and his Vancouver Canucks held on for a 3-2 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Sunday.
The Canucks have joined the qualifying teams.
Hartman to have Player Safety hearing for actions in Wild game | NHL.com
Forward facing discipline for unsportsmanlike conduct in OT loss to Golden Knights
John Hynes risked pulling the goalie in OT again, and this time it didn’t work out. Ryan Hartman, apparently, didn’t appreciate that.
Scout’s Analysis: What do the Flyers have in intriguing goalie Ivan Fedotov?
So what exactly do the Flyers have in Ivan Fedotov? Is he the answer? A work in progress? Something in between? Here is a breakdown of what the goaltender offers.
This is an interesting goaltending situation for the Flyers, and I’d imagine they’re pleased to get another option on board.
ECHL’s Cyclones make history with starting lineup of all-Black skaters | NHL.com
Minor league team, coached by barrier-breaking former player Payne, champions diversity
“But for myself, just being in the sport as long as I have and seeing the amount of players that have come through, especially players of color, there haven’t been many players of color on one team… to actually have five to six, that’s something special.”
Rangers’ Quick breaks U.S.-born goalie wins record
Veteran goaltender Jonathan Quick, a three-time Stanley Cup champion, broke the victory record for U.S.-born netminders on Saturday night, as the New York Rangers defeated the Arizona Coyotes 8-5 at Mullett Arena.
Quick’s longevity has been incredible.
Matthews scores 60 goals with Maple Leafs for 2nd time in 3 seasons | NHL.com
Forward reaches milestone in 3rd period against Sabres
Matthews is a really impressive goal-scorer.
Delaware to launch women’s hockey program with Flyers as partner | NHL.com
Team will begin play during 2025-26 season
Always cool to see a NHL team help get involved in growing the game.
Canadiens committing to their brand, hoping to be like Hurricanes in near future
The Canadiens have many more steps to take to get to the destination, but their commitment level is undeniable and it’s bolstering their confidence they will eventually arrive. That they will eventually become a team like the Hurricanes.
Hot take here, but I think the Canadiens could also benefit from trying to be like the Hurricanes in wanting their fans to have “fun” and “enjoy” watching the sport.
