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My Top 5 | Austin Watson
Playing in his third full NHL season, the 26-year-old left wing and proud native of Ann Arbor, Michigan offered up his top ‘Favourite Athletes Of All Time’.
Frederik Andersen: Great teammate, better person
Zach Hyman paused briefly before responding to the question about teammate Frederik Andersen. How he chose to answer it showed just how much respect the centre has for No. 31.
Stanley Cups Finals or charity softball tournaments – Kunitz is all in
As soon as the ball rocketed off the bat, Bob Daniels figured the four-time Stanley Cup winner and Olympic gold medalist patrolling centre field wouldn’t bother trying to track it down. But then Chris Kunitz did what his former collegiate hockey coach had already seen countless times.
My Top 5 | Ben Chiarot
She’s more dependable than an alarm clock, loves to go on road trips and is always up for a good power nap. Is it any wonder Ben Chiarot and his wife Jacqueline love spending time with Bailey, their beloved golden retriever?
Nash's quiet confidence fitting in with Bruins
His size, strength and skill are more than enough to rattle the most seasoned NHL player. And Rick Nash’s new teammates couldn’t be more grateful to have him on their side.
'Klinger' leading from the blue line
It’s not just what he does on the ice that makes John Klingberg one of the league’s most respected stars.
My Top 5 | Brett Ritchie
What cities comprise Ritchie’s five favourite NHL places to play? Here’s a hint: the first spot is all about brotherly love (but it’s not Philly!).
Oshie's pure love of game infectiously inspires his popularity
T. J. Oshie’s game face is hardly one-dimensional. But as one of his former collegiate coach’s notes, it’s a look that perfectly captures the right wing’s genuine love for the game.
Alina Mueller doing brother proud
Mirco Mueller’s one bit of advice to his sister Alina, who turned heads and dropped jaws with her top-shelf performance at the 2018 Winter Olympics, couldn’t be more perfect.
My Top 5 | Ian Cole
Ian Cole brought hockey’s most coveted team trophy back to his hometown to share with fans, friends, family – and the local burrito joint?!
A summer's hard work taught life lessons for Craig Smith
When he wasn’t busy building his hockey skills, a 16-year-old Craig Smith spent one summer helping build something else in his hometown of Madison, Wisconsin.
Timmyheads: Schaller brotherly homage spurred by life-saving donation
Dave Schaller doesn’t have a swelled head when it comes to his younger brother Tim’s NHL career. He does, however, sport a big head – 3 ½-feet high, to be exact.
Wheeler reflects on his Minnesota roots
Blake Wheeler has plenty of fond recollections of growing up in Plymouth, Minnesota, the place where the Winnipeg Jets captain first discovered hockey.
My Top 5 | Jason Zucker
Will everything be coming up roses for Jason Zucker this Valentine’s Day? Probably. The forward has put in a great deal of thought into planning February 14.
Hellebuyck's confidence contagious
When things get frenetic inside the Winnipeg Jets blueline, Josh Morrissey knows he doesn't have to panic. Not with Helly on the case.
Yandle leading by example
Throughout his rookie NHL season over 11 years ago, to now nearly 800 games into his career, Keith Yandle has received valuable wisdom. The veteran defenceman is passing it along, and it doesn't always take words.
My Top 5 | Dan Hamhuis
Aside from the 1,000 NHL games played milestone he recently reached, veteran defenceman Dan Hamhuis names his top five hockey career moments so far.
Boeser only getting better
Backhand winners. Perfect shots. Late rallies. Dane Jackson saw it all time and again from Brock Boeser. And that was just when the two faced-off in ping-pong.
Nash forever grateful for billet family
In his first full season with Salmon Arm, Riley Nash scored 84 points in 55 games (along with 11 points in 11 playoff games) to finish as the club’s top scorer, with a helping hand from the Hagels.
My Top 5 | Plus-minus rating
When you add up what these players bring to their respective teams, the numbers are pretty impressive.