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.
Staal Ties Cup Final Goal Streak Record in Game 5
Jordan Staal scored in his fifth straight Stanley Cup Final game, tying an NHL record no one had matched since 1973.
Kucherov Wins 2nd Hart Trophy, Edges McDavid and MacKinnon
Nikita Kucherov wins his second Hart Trophy as NHL MVP, edging Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon in a tight vote.
Darnell Nurse Requests Trade, Gives Oilers a Team List
Darnell Nurse has asked the Oilers for a trade and handed Edmonton a list of three to five teams, per Elliotte Friedman.
Holland in No Rush on Doughty Extension or Captaincy
Ken Holland says he has talked extension with Drew Doughty but feels no rush, with the Kings captaincy hanging on the contract.
Hurricanes Looked at Bobrovsky, Stuck With Andersen
Highlights Pierre LeBrun reports Carolina called Florida about Sergei Bobrovsky at the deadline
The Hurricanes balked when the Panthers asked for a first-round pick
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Marner Is Running Away With the Conn Smythe Race
Mitch Marner is the runaway Conn Smythe favorite with the Cup Final tied 2-2, leading the 2026 playoffs with 28 points.
Larkin Gives Red Wings Just Three Trade Destinations
Dylan Larkin asked the Red Wings for a trade and will only waive his no-trade clause for the Panthers, Wild or Golden Knights.
NHLPA Wants Oilers to Delay Babcock Hire Until Probe Ends
Highlights The NHLPA has asked the NHL to move forward with its investigation into Mike Babcock
The union specifically wants Edmonton to delay any hiring...
Landeskog Wins Masterton and Messier in Historic Sweep
Gabriel Landeskog became the first player in NHL history to win the Masterton Trophy and Messier Award in the same season.
Kings Hire Laviolette, Beating Out Leafs and Oilers
The Kings hired Peter Laviolette as head coach, beating out Toronto and Edmonton for the seven-time NHL bench boss.
