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.
Ovechkin Assists Record: One Shy of Bäckström’s Capitals Mark
Alex Ovechkin is one assist away from the Capitals' franchise assists record ⬇️ He set up Ilya Protas in Saturday's win over the Devils and now sits one behind Nicklas Bäckström:
Zadorov Healthy Scratch: Sturm Wants Better Discipline
Nikita Zadorov was a healthy scratch for the Bruins against the Kings 😬 Coach Marco Sturm cited the double minor Zadorov took against the Ducks and said he needs to be smarter ⬇️
Hellebuyck Return: Lowry Says ‘Conversations’ Needed
Adam Lowry says "conversations" are coming if Connor Hellebuyck returns to the Jets. The captain also called it a "water under the bridge" situation after Saturday's loss to Carolina ⬇️
Hellebuyck Suspension: Jets Goalie’s Ban Ends Oct. 23
Connor Hellebuyck's suspension will end Friday, Oct. 23, Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman reports 😳 He told the Jets on Oct. 2 he planned to report, and a CBA clause set the length of the ban ⬇️
Jason Robertson Extension: Stars Plan December Talks
Jim Nill says the Stars will wait until around Dec. 1 to open Jason Robertson extension talks The 27-year-old forward can sign a long-term deal starting Jan. 1 ⬇️
Seth Jarvis Injury: Hurricanes Winger Eyeing Debut vs. Jets
Seth Jarvis could make his season debut for the Hurricanes on their road trip The winger still needs clearance after June shoulder surgery, but Rod Brind'Amour is hoping he plays in Winnipeg or Calgary:
Nathan MacKinnon Four Points: Avalanche Rally Past Penguins
Nathan MacKinnon had a goal and three assists as the Avalanche rallied from 2-0 down to beat the Penguins 5-2 🏔️ Arturs Silovs stopped his penalty shot, and Colorado scored 15 seconds later ⬇️
Michael DiPietro First NHL Win: Bruins Goalie Finally Gets One
Michael DiPietro earned his first career NHL win at 27 🎉 The Bruins goalie made 25 saves in a 4-2 comeback over the Ducks after a long climb through the ECHL and AHL ⬇️
Red Wings Hockey Operations Hire: Ilitch Wants a President First
Chris Ilitch says the Red Wings will hire a president of hockey operations before a general manager 😬 The search could end soon, this season, or after it, and Shawn Horcoff is still a candidate ⬇️
Sidney Crosby Assists Record: Passes Thornton for 7th All-Time
Sidney Crosby passed Joe Thornton for seventh on the NHL's all-time assists list 🐐 His 1,110th helper came on Bryan Rust's first-period goal in Denver ⬇️
