Evan McLeod
Evan McLeod is an NHL writer covering league news, trades, and playoff storylines. With a focus on pace-of-play trends and player usage, he brings a mix of eye test and analytics to every piece. Before joining Gino Hard, Evan covered junior hockey in the OHL and contributed to independent hockey blogs during the season.
Canadiens Lock Up Ivan Demidov on Eight-Year Extension
Highlights Ivan Demidov signs an eight-year extension worth $73 million to stay in Montreal
The $9.125M deal kicks in for 2027-28 and makes him the...
Blackhawks Sign Bowen Byram to Six-Year Extension
Highlights Bowen Byram signs a six-year, $75 million extension with the Blackhawks
His $12.5 million cap hit becomes the highest for any NHL defenseman
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Craig Berube Breaks Silence on Maple Leafs Firing
Craig Berube spoke for the first time since the Maple Leafs fired him in May, telling TSN's OverDrive he loved his time in Toronto.
Panthers Closing In on Eetu Luostarinen Extension
Highlights Pierre LeBrun reports the Panthers are working on a new extension with forward Eetu Luostarinen
Luostarinen has one year and $3 million left on...
Werenski Wants Lightning as His Trade Destination
Highlights Pierre LeBrun says the Lightning are Zach Werenski's preferred trade destination
Columbus is listening on the reigning Norris winner and wants roster help, not...
Golden Knights Re-Sign Jeremy Lauzon to Six-Year Deal
Highlights Golden Knights re-signing Jeremy Lauzon to a six-year deal worth around $4 million per season, per Chris Johnston
Lauzon leads all NHL defensemen in...
Golden Knights Trade Korczak to Penguins for Wotherspoon
Highlights Golden Knights acquire Parker Wotherspoon from Pittsburgh for Kaedan Korczak on free agency eve
Pittsburgh retains half of Wotherspoon's salary, opening more than $3...
Alexander Steen Takes Over as Blues GM on Free Agency Eve
Highlights Alexander Steen officially takes over as Blues general manager with free agency opening Wednesday
Doug Armstrong shifts to president of hockey operations after 16...
Devils Sign Arseny Gritsyuk to Three-Year Contract
The Devils re-signed restricted free agent Arseny Gritsyuk to a three-year, $9.75 million contract a day before free agency opened.
Mammoth Sign Goalie Sebastian Cossa to Two-Year Deal
Highlights Sebastian Cossa signed a two-year, $4 million contract with the Mammoth on Tuesday
Utah acquired the 23-year-old goalie from Detroit on June 26 for...
