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.
Weekes: Sabres Nearing Long-Term Benson Extension
Highlights ESPN's Kevin Weekes reports the Sabres are working on a contract extension with Zach Benson
The deal could mirror Josh Doan's seven-year, $48.65 million...
Ron Francis Rejoins Penguins as Special Adviser
Highlights Penguins hired Hall of Famer Ron Francis as special adviser of hockey operations Friday
Francis won two Stanley Cups in Pittsburgh and stepped down...
LeBrun: Canucks, Habs Talking Gallagher but Need a Sweetener
Highlights Pierre LeBrun says the Canucks and Canadiens have talked Gallagher, but a deal is hung up on a sweetener
Gallagher's agent confirmed Vancouver's interest,...
Toews to Make Retirement Official Friday With Jets
Highlights Darren Dreger reports Jonathan Toews will announce his retirement Friday alongside the Winnipeg Jets
The Jets set an 11 a.m. CT presser at the...
Report: Multiple Teams Asking Sabres About Bowen Byram
Highlights TSN's Darren Dreger reports multiple teams have asked the Sabres about defenseman Bowen Byram
Byram has one year left at a $6.25 million cap...
Predators Add Langenbrunner to Revamped Front Office
Highlights Nashville hired Jamie Langenbrunner as Special Assistant to GM Chris MacFarland
The two-time Stanley Cup champ spent the last decade in Boston's front office
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McCrimmon Won’t Apologize for Knights: ‘It’s Jealousy’
Highlights McCrimmon answered a poll naming Vegas the most hated team with one word: jealousy
He credited John Tortorella for saving the season before handing...
Dreger: Teams Asked About Knies in Woll Trade Talks
Teams asked the Maple Leafs about Matthew Knies during the Joseph Woll trade talks, per TSN's Darren Dreger.
Sabres Trade Kesselring to Sharks, Move Up to No. 20
Highlights Sabres send Michael Kesselring and the No. 27 pick to San Jose for the No. 20 selection
Buffalo jumps seven spots in the first...
Golden Knights Hire Ryan Craig to Replace Tortorella
Highlights Vegas named Ryan Craig the fifth head coach in franchise history on Wednesday
The 44-year-old takes over for John Tortorella after three seasons running...
