Todays SlapShot
Posts By Sonny Sachdeva
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One TimersCanada stumbles but proves unbeatable in World Cup
It almost happened. After looking thoroughly untested through three preliminary games and five meaningful World Cup of Hockey contests, Team Canada nearly...
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One TimersCanada’s blue line performance remains lone flaw at World Cup
Team Europe’s Cinderella run to the World Cup of Hockey final isn’t expected to continue on past Team Canada, but it seems a...
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Toronto Maple LeafsWorld Cup experience a win-win for Matthews, Leafs
The arrival of the 2016 World Cup of Hockey in Toronto was hard to miss. Fans adorned in the easily distinguishable Adidas...
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One TimersBrad Marchand’s versatility on display in Canada’s semifinal win
There’s no doubt Team Canada’s management group caused a few double takes when they released their full 23-man World Cup of Hockey...
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One TimersBabcock has Canada’s forwards finally playing up to expectations
Think back to Team Canada’s performance at the 2014 Olympic Games in Sochi, Russia and you’ll likely remember just one thing –...
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One TimersJohn Tavares rising to the occasion for Team Canada
Two games into their official World Cup of Hockey schedule, Team Canada remains the standard-bearer for international excellence on the ice. While...
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One TimersTeam Canada answers questions about defense, goaltending
There were never any doubts about Team Canada’s offensive potential coming into the 2016 World Cup of Hockey. With a number of the...
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One TimersWorld Cup of Hockey: Breaking down Team Canada’s forward lines
The time has finally come for Team Canada to open their official World Cup of Hockey schedule. The tournament favorite will face...
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Calgary FlamesTop Flames prospects to watch at Young Stars Tournament
It’s been a tumultuous offseason for the Calgary Flames, one dominated by a slew of key additions and lengthy contract negotiations with...
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![November 30, 2015: Carolina Hurricanes Right Wing Kris Versteeg (32) [4566] looks to deflect a shot in front of New York Rangers Goalie Henrik Lundqvist (30) [2585] during a NHL game between the Carolina Hurricanes and the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY. The NY Rangers defeated the Carolina Hurricanes 4-3. (Photo by David Hahn/Icon Sportswire)](https://d3d2maoophos6y.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2016/04/25094615/CID151130028_Hurricanes_at_Rangers-450x270.jpg)
![November 30, 2015: Carolina Hurricanes Right Wing Kris Versteeg (32) [4566] looks to deflect a shot in front of New York Rangers Goalie Henrik Lundqvist (30) [2585] during a NHL game between the Carolina Hurricanes and the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY. The NY Rangers defeated the Carolina Hurricanes 4-3. (Photo by David Hahn/Icon Sportswire)](https://d3d2maoophos6y.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2016/04/25094615/CID151130028_Hurricanes_at_Rangers-80x80.jpg)
Edmonton OilersOilers add versatility, offensive potential with Versteeg tryout
There’s little about the Edmonton Oilers’ forward corps that leaves one wanting more. Led by a generational talent in Connor McDavid, and...
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Edmonton OilersNHL offseason events provide room for hockey to grow
The 2016 NHL offseason has served as yet another reminder of the fact that the stretch of months separating the Stanley Cup...
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One TimersCanada’s resilience a worthwhile result of pre-tournament games
The 2016 World Cup of Hockey presents a precarious situation for Team Canada. With so much talent at every position – an absurd...
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Detroit Red WingsRed Wings have hidden gem in prospect Givani Smith
While the name ‘Detroit Red Wings’ was once synonymous with veteran savvy – a reputation built on the success of resident Hall of...
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Toronto Maple LeafsColumn: Maple Leafs should wait to name a captain
After what has surely been one of the most important offseasons for the Toronto Maple Leafs in recent memory, the city’s attention...
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One TimersLosing Benn and Keith stings for Team Canada
With the 2016 World Cup of Hockey fast approaching, the tournament’s eight teams are checking off the final few roster decisions before...
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Edmonton OilersConnor McDavid is clear choice to captain Oilers
As the Edmonton Oilers approach a 2016-17 campaign that figures to be a noted improvement over their recent half-decade of disappointment, one remaining...
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Dallas StarsJiri Hudler set to impress after landing perfect fit in Dallas
After a lengthy wait, veteran NHLer Jiri Hudler found his new home on Tuesday evening when he opted to sign a one-year, $2...
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![December 19, 2015: Calgary Flames Defenseman T.J. Brodie (7) [6626] on the ice during the first period of a NHL game between the St. Louis Blues and the Calgary Flames at Scottrade Center in St. Louis, MO. (Photo by Tim Spyers/Icon Sportswire)](https://d3d2maoophos6y.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2016/08/22144525/DGP1512190007_Flames_at_Blues-450x270.jpg)
![December 19, 2015: Calgary Flames Defenseman T.J. Brodie (7) [6626] on the ice during the first period of a NHL game between the St. Louis Blues and the Calgary Flames at Scottrade Center in St. Louis, MO. (Photo by Tim Spyers/Icon Sportswire)](https://d3d2maoophos6y.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2016/08/22144525/DGP1512190007_Flames_at_Blues-80x80.jpg)
Calgary FlamesFlames defender T.J. Brodie is the next Roman Josi
There may be no harder role in hockey to genuinely assess than that of the “elite defenseman.” Between the differences in subjective opinions regarding...
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One TimersFree agent Jiri Hudler still worthy of top-six role
With the 2016-17 NHL season only a couple months away, the majority of the league’s free agents are long past signing with...
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Vancouver CanucksCanucks are best remaining option for Brandon Pirri
With the 2016 NHL offseason winding to a close, a few intriguing unrestricted free-agents remain available, confounding fans who can’t believe their...
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![07 October 2015: Calgary Flames Center Sean Monahan (23) [8814] waits for a face off during an NHL hockey game between the Vancouver Canucks and the Calgary Flames at the Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, AB Canada. (Photo by Jose Quiroz/Icon Sportswire)](https://d3d2maoophos6y.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2015/11/07142532/DGK15100721_Canucks_at_Flames.jpg)
Calgary FlamesBreaking down Sean Monahan’s new deal with Flames
The absurdly long wait has come to an end – well, half an end. Though the Calgary Flames haven’t locked up both...
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One TimersWorld Cup Primer: Biggest questions facing each team
The return of the World Cup of Hockey is less than a month away, with the opening group stage games of the 2016...
