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Senators' Samuel Ersson Gets a Chance to Feel at Home
Senators' Samuel Ersson Gets a Chance to Feel at Home

Samuel Ersson gets his first regular-season home start with Ottawa. Can a familiar building help the Senators' goalie find his footing?

By The Old ProfOctober 13, 2026
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Maple Leafs’ McKenna Matches Feat Not Seen Since 1984
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Toronto Maple Leafs
Maple Leafs’ McKenna Matches Feat Not Seen Since 1984Gavin McKenna has found his footing with the Maple Leafs. After a quiet start, the rookie is giving fans plenty of reasons to be excited.By Wilson Stillman
Oilers’ Devon Levi: Could He Be the Answer in Goal?
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Edmonton Oilers
Oilers’ Devon Levi: Could He Be the Answer in Goal?Devon Levi is 3-0 to start with Edmonton, but can the young goalie prove he has what it takes to become the Oilers’ answer in goal?By The Old Prof
Oilers vs. Kings: Before the Puck Drops
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Oilers vs. Kings: Before the Puck DropsThe Oilers look to extend their points streak against a winless Kings team desperate for a breakthrough in Los Angeles.By The Old Prof
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Oilers vs. Kings: Before the Puck Drops
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Oilers vs. Kings: Before the Puck DropsThe Oilers look to extend their points streak against a winless Kings team desperate for a breakthrough in Los Angeles.By The Old Prof
Maple Leafs vs. Mammoth: Before the Puck Drops
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Maple Leafs vs. Mammoth: Before the Puck DropsThe Maple Leafs bring a hot offence to Utah, but can they keep the Mammoth's dangerous power play quiet without Chris Tanev?By Wilson Stillman
Elias Pettersson Is Giving the Canucks a Reason for Optimism
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Vancouver Canucks
Elias Pettersson Is Giving the Canucks a Reason for OptimismElias Pettersson is showing signs of a comeback in Vancouver. Could his early-season resurgence change the Canucks' rebuilding plans?By Wilson Stillman
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Senators Beat Devils 4-1: What Did We Learn?
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Senators Beat Devils 4-1: What Did We Learn?The Senators beat the Devils 4-1 for their fifth win in six games. Ullmark shines, depth players step up, but injuries remain a concern.By The Old Prof
Maple Leafs: 3 Things to Feel Good About a Colorado Win
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Toronto Maple Leafs
Maple Leafs: 3 Things to Feel Good About a Colorado WinWilliam Nylander dazzles, Easton Cowan keeps delivering, and Nick Paul brings an edge. Three reasons to feel good about the Maple Leafs.By Wilson Stillman
Canucks Lose 7-2 to Hurricanes: 3 Things to Hold On To
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Vancouver Canucks
Canucks Lose 7-2 to Hurricanes: 3 Things to Hold On ToThe Canucks were thumped 7-2 by Carolina, but three positives emerged from Vancouver's rough night.By Wilson Stillman
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Maple Leafs’ McKenna Matches Feat Not Seen Since 1984
Player Reviews
Toronto Maple Leafs
Maple Leafs’ McKenna Matches Feat Not Seen Since 1984Gavin McKenna has found his footing with the Maple Leafs. After a quiet start, the rookie is giving fans plenty of reasons to be excited.By Wilson Stillman
Oilers’ Devon Levi: Could He Be the Answer in Goal?
Player Reviews
Edmonton Oilers
Oilers’ Devon Levi: Could He Be the Answer in Goal?Devon Levi is 3-0 to start with Edmonton, but can the young goalie prove he has what it takes to become the Oilers’ answer in goal?By The Old Prof
The Maple Leafs: Good, Bad, and the Morgan Rielly Question
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Toronto Maple Leafs
The Maple Leafs: Good, Bad, and the Morgan Rielly QuestionMorgan Rielly remains a Maple Leafs favourite, but early defensive concerns raise a fair question: how much patience should he get?By Wilson Stillman
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Linus Ullmark's Story Is About More Than Winning Hockey Games
Player ReviewsLinus Ullmark's Story Is About More Than Winning Hockey GamesLinus Ullmark's remarkable return reminds us that mental health matters and that athletes are more than their on-ice performance.By The Old Prof
Can Clay Stevenson Bounce Back for the Winnipeg Jets?
AnalysisCan Clay Stevenson Bounce Back for the Winnipeg Jets?Clay Stevenson has had one strong start and one rough outing. Can he bounce back and help the Winnipeg Jets weather Hellebuyck’s absence?By The Old Prof
Maple Leafs May Finally Be Giving Auston Matthews What He Needs
AnalysisMaple Leafs May Finally Be Giving Auston Matthews What He NeedsThe Maple Leafs don't need Auston Matthews to score 140 points. They need him to rediscover his best game and make it count.By Wilson Stillman