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2023-11-22, 13:00Fantasy Hockey
Fantasy Hockey X Gamers: JJ Peterka is the real deal
In this edition of the X Gamers, Victor Nuno explores JJ Peterka's past, present, and future to determine the heights he could obtain.
2023-11-08, 14:00NHL Prospect ReportCentral European Stock Watch: Tomáš Galvas turning into a first-round sleeper for 2024 NHL Draft
The November Central European Stock Watch highlights the performances of Tomáš Galvas, Jiří Ticháček, Jaromír Peréz, Adam Jiříček, and Paul Mayer.
2023-04-10, 18:45NHL Prospect ReportCentral European Stock Watch: Adam Csabi a sneaky good player in 2023 NHL Draft
This edition of the Central European Stock Watch offers an update on Dominik Bokk, Adam Csabi, David Reinbacher, Matteo Kočí, and František Dej.
2023-02-14, 17:26NHLLeon Draisaitl, Moritz Seider and the growth of German hockey
The best German forward and best German defender meet this week and both are elevating hockey in their home country.
2023-01-13, 00:39NHL Prospect ReportCentral European Stock Watch: Dominik Bokk resurgent in the DEL
Elite Prospects Czechia/Slovakia regional scout Marek Novotny lets you know whose stock is rising, whose is falling, and who's holding steady in this Stock Watch.
2022-12-06, 23:00NHL Prospect ReportCentral European Stock Watch: Ondrej Molnár's been full value in Slovakia's men's league
Ondřej Molnár's exciting brand of hockey leads the way in the Central European Stock Watch.
2022-09-21, 18:15Prospect Pool RankingsEP Rinkside 2022 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings: No. 23-ranked New York Islanders
The EP Rinkside Prospect Pool Rankings series continues with a look at the No. 23-ranked New York Islanders prospect pool.
2022-07-04, 20:302022 NHL Entry DraftThe EP Rinkside DE Draft Series: A Q&A with 2022 NHL Draft prospect Julian Lutz
Get to know German forward Julian Lutz in this one-on-one, Q&A interview with our colleagues over at EP Rinkside DE, translated for an English-speaking audience on EP Rinkside.
2022-04-21, 10:052022 U18 World Hockey ChampionshipMeet the Team: Germany's roster for the 2022 U18 World Hockey Championship
EP Rinkside Deutsche contributor Chapin Bailiff breaks down the host German's roster for the 2022 U18 World Hockey Championships.
2022-02-15, 17:27NHL RookiesRookie Mid-Terms: Moritz Seider is already a No. 1 defenceman – and he’s still getting better
The subject of today's Rookie Mid-Term is Detroit Red Wings defenceman Moritz Seider. The former sixth-overall pick is well ahead of schedule, looking the part of a No. 1 defenceman already.
2021-12-22, 14:00World Juniors 2022Meet the Team: An early look at what Germany might look like at the 2022 World Juniors
EP Rinkside Germany contributor Chapin Landvogt makes this guest contribution to EP Rinkside with a player-by-player look at Germany's roster for the 2022 World Juniors in Edmonton and Red Deer, Alberta.
2021-11-19, 17:13NHL ProspectsScout's notebook: 3 high-scoring prospects ready to make their mark on the World Juniors
This week's edition features a trio of NHL prospects who are looking to transfer their high-scoring club seasons to the international stage: Lukas Reichel, Oskar Olausson, and Martin Chromiak.
2021-10-20, 13:00NHLTo play the game, but not to coach the game: Why aren't there any European head coaches in the NHL?
The question has to be asked: Why isn't there a single European head coach in the NHL's ranks? Cuyler Holmquist examines the data and outlines the candidacy of a few qualified coaches just waiting for their shot at the big league.
2021-09-15, 23:30Prospect Pool RankingsEP Rinkside 2021-22 Prospect Pool Rankings: No. 27-ranked Chicago Blackhawks
The Chicago Blackhawks boast the NHL's 27th-ranked prospect pool, and they're the subject of today's breakdown in the EP Rinkside 2021-22 prospect pool rankings.
2021-09-10, 18:00NHL ProspectsPlaymaking growth solidifies John-Jason Peterka's top prospect status
Buffalo Sabres prospect J-J Peterka had a near full skill set, with shooting, instincts, defence, and puckhandling. All that was missing was a playmaking component. Not anymore.
2021-05-21, 15:09AHLAround The AHL: Andrews enters the AHL Hall of Fame
Dave Andrews will enter the AHL Hall of Fame next season after revolutionizing the NHL player-development model. Patrick Williams has more on his legacy.
2021-05-05, 12:00AHLAround The AHL: Vancouver Canucks announce intent to bring AHL affiliate closer to home
“The move would bring significant opportunities for both our team and the community, and it would begin a new chapter, bringing Canucks hockey to even more fans throughout the Lower Mainland.” Patrick Williams reports on the Vancouver Canucks' plan to bring their AHL affiliate closer to home.
2021-02-24, 20:00NHLWhy is Tim Stützle out-scoring Alexis Lafrenière?
When it comes to prospects, we know that it is not about who arrives first in the NHL, but who improves the most over their career. On the other hand,...