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@shaynagoldman.bsky.social
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hockey words, numbers, & moving pictures @ the athletic. 1/3 of too many men. linktr.ee/hayyyshayyy

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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 21h
Will anyone be able to top Alex Ovechkin's NHL goals record? A look at the field + each player's projected pace with @domluszczyszyn.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/721...
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Will anyone top Ovechkin's NHL goals record? Celebrini is the best bet from an unlikely field
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Mark Lazerus @marklazerus.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
The staff at The Athletic predicted how the NHL season will play out. Then, Harman Dayal, @shaynagoldman.bsky.social and I made fun of those predictions: www.nytimes.com/athletic/764...
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Predicting the 2026-27 NHL season, from Stanley Cup winner to awards to trades and more
Who will make the playoffs? Who are the potential dark horses? Which fan base is bound for disappointment? We dig into it all.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
one broken machine and so little time later.... my opening night drop did not get done in time (soon, tho!) for now, 20% off the shop today+tomorrow: hayyyshayyy.etsy.com
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Prashanth Iyer @prashanthiyer.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Unlike the Red Wings in March, I battled through adversity (two hours of sleep and crazy jet lag - big ups to the double shot espresso) to jot down some thoughts on why bridging Simon Edvinsson is a high-risk play for the Red Wings prashanthiyer.substack.com/p/why-bridgi...
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Why Bridging Simon Edvinsson Is A High-Risk Play
On Friday’s episode of 32 Thoughts, SportsNet’s Elliotte Friedman discussed the current situation with restricted free agent Simon Edvinsson.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
new fantasy trends: from Hutson and Lafrenière to Michkov and Zacha, looking at breakout, rebound, and regression candidates for the season www.nytimes.com/athletic/761...
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Fantasy hockey trends and hidden gems: Breakouts, rebounds and regressions
Shayna Goldman thinks Cole Hutson has breakout potential, but isn't so sure if Pavel Zacha can build on last year's strong performance.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
babe wake up, the NHL market keeps getting recalibrated On massive five-year franchise center contracts, Gauthier's six-year extension, a flurry of unproven RFA signings, plus how that all effects what comes next in an NHL contract vibe check 💸 www.nytimes.com/athletic/761...
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NHL contracts vibe check: How an unprecedented offseason keeps resetting the market
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Dimitri Filipovic @dimfilipovic.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
New PDOcast with @shaynagoldman.bsky.social: We broke down this week’s flurry of contract extensions prior to the new CBA kicking in. Also got into some of the notable players that we haven’t seen sign yet www.patreon.com/TheHockeyPDO...
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Breaking Down This Week's Flurry of Contract Extensions | The Hockey PDOcast
Dimitri Filipovic is joined by Shayna Goldman to break down all of the biggest contract extensions we saw around the league this week prior
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Ilya Protas, Chris Kreider, Luca Cagnoni, Joel Hofer, and other sleepers to consider for this year's fantasy hockey szn www.nytimes.com/athletic/760...
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Fantasy trends and hidden gems: Luke Evangelista, Ilya Protas and more sleepers
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Vancouver Canucks 2026-27 season preview The Canucks hit rock bottom last seaon. Now it’s time to slowly start rebuilding back up. www.nytimes.com/athletic/756...
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Vancouver Canucks projections: Expect a Malhotra bump but a high draft pick is still the goal
With a new coach, a new GM and few star players, the Canucks will be terrible. For a team embracing a rebuild, that's a good thing.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
From Raddysh and Tkachuk to Bobrovsky and Trocheck, looking at faces in new places + how it impacts their fantasy value www.nytimes.com/athletic/759...
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Fantasy trends and hidden gems: Darren Raddysh, Brady Tkachuk and more faces in new places
Shayna Goldman looks at the top players who changed teams this offseason and what it could mean for their fantasy value.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
your goalie guide for this year's fantasy hockey season -- looking at the aces, No.1s, risers, bounce back candidates, and wild card around the league www.nytimes.com/athletic/756...
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The top goalies to target in fantasy hockey, from aces to wild cards
Shayna Goldman discusses the best goalies to target in fantasy hockey and who to prioritize based on your league's settings.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
NHL Player Tiers ✨ A look at the top-150 players in the league, ranked into five tiers, with insights from an insider panel of executives, coaches, former players, and more. www.nytimes.com/athletic/755...
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
you know what else is disrespectful??
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Mina Kimes @minakimes.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
Deshaun Watson has completed only one pass over ten air yards in two games, btw.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Analyzing the Red Wings' competitive timeline + what the next general manager is inheriting in Detroit with @mbultman.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/746...
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What is the next Red Wings general manager inheriting?
The Red Wings are looking for a new GM after moving on from Steve Yzerman. What kind of situation will his successor inherit?
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Jason Robertson’s a Star, for at least another season. Contract grade with @marklazerus.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/746...
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NHL contract grades: Jason Robertson's deal with Dallas delays long-term decision
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
This summer's chaos + what comes next, the Capitals' offseason, the playoff race in the East, prime contracts, and more. Time for the NHL offseason hype-o-meter🚨https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7459182/2026/07/21/nhl-offseason-hype-o-meter-2026/
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Projecting the next ✨expansion team✨ with @domluszczyszyn.bsky.social if the NHL were to add a 33rd team next summer. Protection lists: www.nytimes.com/athletic/745... Expansion draft: www.nytimes.com/athletic/745...
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2027 NHL mock expansion draft: The protections lists
With the NHL in the exploratory phases of expanding, we're going to test the waters to get an early gauge on the expansion draft process.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
finallllly sewing again and upcycling some new looks and styles. but until those are ready to rip, everything on the shop is 20% off hayyyshayyy.etsy.com
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Prashanth Iyer @prashanthiyer.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
I wrote this back in May 2022 and reflecting on it after Yzerman’s departure…the biggest referendum on his tenure was he never fully committed to a path, particularly in the last 5 years. It was 1.5 steps forward, and then 1.25 steps back www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/post/if-i-we...
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
The Larkin stalemate, the Stars aren't any better, the Ducks' cap outlook, and more. Dusting off the concern-o-meter to spot some red flags emerging this summer www.nytimes.com/athletic/744...
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NHL offseason concern-o-meter: The Larkin stalemate, Ducks’ cap outlook and more
Let’s look at some concerning trends developing around the NHL.
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Mark Lazerus @marklazerus.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
On today's episode of @TheAthletic Hockey Show with @shaynagoldman.bsky.social and me: – Connor Bedard's injury and contract – Patrick Kane's best fits – Leo Carlsson, Dylan Larkin, Jason Robertson and more – Checking in on the concern-o-meter Listen: pod.fo/e/448e95
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The Athletic Hockey Show: A show about the NHL: Why a Blackhawks-Patrick Kane reunion make sense
As the summer rolls on and the NHL offseason continues, the Chicago Blackhawks are one of the few teams creating headlines. Today, Laz and Shayna discuss Connor Bedard’s shoulder surgery that’l...
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
all things Alexander Nikishin: - what he brings to a lineup - his value to Carolina as a player vs trade asset - what he's worth + contract projections - can anyone outsmart the Hurricanes in a trade www.nytimes.com/athletic/743...
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
This offseason is so chaotic, we’re getting actual offer sheets and it’s sending shockwaves through the NHL landscape. On offer sheet targets traded early, Hayton, Carlsson, and the ripple effects from all of this www.nytimes.com/athletic/742...
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Why offer sheets are sending shockwaves through the NHL: Hayton, Carlsson and beyond (Gift Article)
Long considered an unrealistic option, offer sheets have returned with a vengeance. Let's break down the layers of how the NHL got here.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
This offseason is so chaotic, we’re getting actual offer sheets and it’s sending shockwaves through the NHL landscape. On offer sheet targets traded early, Hayton, Carlsson, and the ripple effects from all of this www.nytimes.com/athletic/742...
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Why offer sheets are sending shockwaves through the NHL: Hayton, Carlsson and beyond (Gift Article)
Long considered an unrealistic option, offer sheets have returned with a vengeance. Let's break down the layers of how the NHL got here.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
From the Hurricanes' quiet day, Montreal's core contracts, and Sunny Mehta's swings in New Jersey to the Stars' collateral damage and Sharks pricey blue line... ✨WINNERS AND LOSERS FROM DAY 1 OF NHL FREE AGENCY✨ www.nytimes.com/athletic/741...
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NHL free agency winners and losers: Fourth-liners cash in, Kings keep getting older
The Hurricanes, Panthers and depth players are free agency winners while the Kings and Sharks are losers.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
John Carlson’s still got it. Good signing for the Lightning who need a little more scoring from the blue line www.nytimes.com/athletic/741...
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NHL contract grade: Lightning pivot to John Carlson, who has plenty of skill left (Gift Article)
Carlson's puck-carrying isn’t as dominant these days, but he still makes things happen in the offensive zone.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
From the Hurricanes' quiet day, Montreal's core contracts, and Sunny Mehta's swings in New Jersey to the Stars' collateral damage and Sharks pricey blue line... ✨WINNERS AND LOSERS FROM DAY 1 OF NHL FREE AGENCY✨ www.nytimes.com/athletic/741...
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NHL free agency winners and losers: Fourth-liners cash in, Kings keep getting older
The Hurricanes, Panthers and depth players are free agency winners while the Kings and Sharks are losers.
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Mark Lazerus @marklazerus.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Contract grades: Jacob Trouba gives the Sharks some of what they need, but the price is waaaaay too high for waaaaay too long. With @shaynagoldman.bsky.social: www.nytimes.com/athletic/741...
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NHL contract grades: Sharks overpay for Jacob Trouba as GM Mike Grier shows he’s fallible (Gift Article)
Even at his best, Trouba can’t live up to the $8.25 million AAV price tag.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
The Rasmus Andersson contract was always going to be risky. Maybe he finds his game in Vegas. Maybe he brings more of the same inconsistent play. Not ideal! Contract grades www.nytimes.com/athletic/740...
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NHL contract grades: Golden Knights sign Rasmus Andersson to concerning deal
The Golden Knights are paying Andersson for what he used to be in his 20s, rather than what he's actually going to be in his 30s.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
The Mats Zuccarello contract is a no-brainer for the Kings -- great playmaker/anticipator who can help stars be the best version of themselves. The Wild could use a player like that! Contract grades with @marklazerus.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/740...
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NHL contract grades: Kings’ deal with Mats Zuccarello is one of the best values in the NHL
This isn't the flashiest deal of the day, but the Kings signed a nearly point-a-game player for a hair above league minimum.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Nico Hischier rocks. His five year, $11.7M AAV extension also rocks. www.nytimes.com/athletic/740...
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NHL contract grades: Nico Hischier extension is a home run for New Jersey
The New Jersey Devils signed Nico Hischier to a five-year extension with a $11.7 million AAV.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
When it comes to life’s bitter pills, the hardest to swallow is a taste of your own medicine. Guess the grass isn’t greener in Dallas after all. Xoxo.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
the A.J. Greer contract isn't a back-breaker for the Ducks... but there is no reason to invest the trifecta of term, cap, and trade protection to a bottom-six player. quick analysis on this signing: www.nytimes.com/athletic/741...
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Ducks sign A.J. Greer to 4-year, $4.25 million AAV contract: Why it's an overpayment
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Sean Gentille @seangentille.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Jacob Markstrom deal kinda feels like a win-win, yeah? Free trade grades with @shaynagoldman.bsky.social ⤵️⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/740...
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NHL trade grades: Jacob Markstrom makes sense for the Panthers in win-win trade with Devils (Gift Article)
There’s obviously risk in Florida betting on a 36-year-old goalie coming off a rough season but Markstrom should work out.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
The Panthers are taking a measured risk with Markstrom. The Devils are positioning themselves to find a new No.1 while adding some forward depth in the process. 🚨trade grades with @seangentille.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/740...
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NHL trade grades: Jacob Markstrom makes sense for the Panthers in win-win trade with Devils
There’s obviously risk in Florida betting on a 36-year-old goalie coming off a rough season but Markstrom should work out.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Maybe it’s not go big or go home. Instead of jetting in a new G, BZ’s bringing an old friend back to Florida. Sometimes the Devil you know is better than the one you don’t. Xoxo.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
The 2027 free agency class is eligible to extend starting July 1. From Cale Makar and Quinn Hughes to Nico Hischier and Bowen Byram, here's a loot what what those next contracts could be worth. www.nytimes.com/athletic/740...
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
forever think these PPVs could be a lil tighter and shorter, but damn
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 28/06/2026
Realistically every team should be calling the Blue Jackets about Zach Werenski. But only a handful of teams actually make sense as trade partners. What teams could or should be interested in Werenski with @aportzline.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/740...
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Eight possible destinations if the Blue Jackets decide to trade Zach Werenski
The Blue Jackets are now reluctantly listening to trade offers. Which teams might fit both their criteria and Werenski's?
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Sean Gentille @seangentille.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
The Mason McTavish trade is kind of risky for both sides. Free trade grades with @shaynagoldman.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/739...
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NHL trade grades: Mason McTavish for 2 firsts represents smart risks for Ducks, Blues (Gift Article)
The Blues are betting McTavish just needs a change of scenery, while the Ducks move out a struggling player for two picks Friday night.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
The Golden Knights seem to be gearing up for another splash, while the Rangers pay a premium for some much needed goal scoring talent in Pavel Dorofeyev 🚨trade grades with @marklazerus.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/739...
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NHL trade grades: Pavel Dorofeyev is a slam-dunk acquisition for the Rangers
it’s better to invest it in a 25-year-old, versus a player nearing 30 in free agency. Dorofeyev fits the Rangers retool perfectly.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
A much-needed change of scenary trade for Mason McTavish makes sense both for the Blues and Ducks trade grades with @seangentille.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/739...
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NHL trade grades: Mason McTavish for two firsts represents smart risks for Ducks, Blues
The Blues are betting McTavish just needs a change of scenery, while the Ducks move out a struggling player for two picks Friday night.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
From the Sabres and Devils to the Panthers, here are teams that could or *should* be interested in trading for Connor Hellebuyck with @wpgmurat.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/739...
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Which NHL teams could — or should — be interested in Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck?
While Hellebuyck’s playoff pedigree hasn’t always been sparkling, elite bona fide starting goalies don’t grow on trees in the NHL.
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Murat Ates @wpgmurat.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Which NHL teams could — and should — be interested in Connor Hellebuyck? A collaboration with @shaynagoldman.bsky.social that's free to read with this link ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/739...
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Which NHL teams could — or should — be interested in Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck? (Gift Article)
While Hellebuyck’s playoff pedigree hasn’t always been sparkling, elite bona fide starting goalies don’t grow on trees in the NHL.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
The Zach Benson extension is excellent value for the Sabres. Contract grades 🚨 www.nytimes.com/athletic/739...
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NHL contract grades: Zach Benson extension is a steal for the Sabres
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Alex Tuch's skillset makes a lot of sense for a Capitals team that needs to strength its rush game + goal scoring. But an 8 year contract carrying a $10.5M cap is a massive gamble, even in a growing cap world. Contract grades: www.nytimes.com/athletic/739...
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Byram may be legtimately skilled, but the Blackhawks’ poor asset management continues to derail their rebuilding efforts. The Sabres cooked here. we have A LOT to say on this one... 🚨trade grades with @marklazerus.bsky.social + @domluszczyszyn.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/738...
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NHL trade grades: Sabres commit grand larceny in sending Byram to the Blackhawks
Bowen Byram is a talented blueliner, but the Blackhawks gave up an incredible haul for someone who isn't a slam-dunk No. 1 defenseman.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Looks like B’s going to get his wish with a chance to be a true No.1. But at what cost? Cracks are forming in the Blackhawks' foundation before the rebuild is even over. Xoxo.
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Shayna @shaynagoldman.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
The Sharks get ahead of things and use their surplus of young wingers to add the No.9 pick. The Senators get an exciting up-and-comer in William Eklund. Trade grades www.nytimes.com/athletic/738...
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NHL trade grades: Senators add Eklund as Tkachuk replacement, Sharks get another top-10 pick
San Jose dealt from a position of strength to get another crack at one of the draft's best defensemen, while Ottawa fills a hole at wing.
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