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.
Hyman Fired Up to Reunite With Babcock in Edmonton
Highlights Zach Hyman is fired up to reunite with new Oilers coach Mike Babcock
Hyman played five seasons under Babcock in Toronto and calls him...
Canadiens Sign Reilly Walsh After Standout KHL Year
Highlights Canadiens sign defenseman Reilly Walsh to a one-year, two-way deal
Walsh put up 46 points in 68 KHL games, third among league defensemen
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Oilers Alternate Jersey Could Have a ‘Flint Tropics’ Vibe
The Oilers' new alternate jersey could take on a Flint Tropics motif, per insider Tom Gazzola.
Bedard Out About 4 Months After Shoulder Surgery
Highlights Blackhawks say Connor Bedard had surgery on his left shoulder and needs about four months to recover
Bedard, who turns 21 on July 17,...
Alfredsson Calls Leafs Hire an ‘Exciting Day’
Highlights Alfredsson met the Toronto media Wednesday for the first time since the Leafs hired him
He thanked Senators owner Michael Andlauer and spoke straight...
Islanders Let Fans Design Their 2027-28 Third Jersey
Highlights The Islanders opened a contest letting fans design the team's 2027-28 third jersey
It's the first time an NHL franchise has handed sweater creation...
Ryan Shea ‘Not Messing Around’ After Oilers Signing
Highlights Ryan Shea signed a five-year, $20 million deal with Edmonton on the opening day of free agency
The blueliner is walking into his first...
Bedard, Celebrini Among NHL’s Next Captain Picks
Highlights Ten NHL teams open 2026-27 without a captain after a chaotic offseason
Daily Faceoff pegs Connor Bedard and Macklin Celebrini as easy calls to...
Friedman: Celebrini Extension Could Top Carlsson’s $18M
Highlights Elliotte Friedman says Macklin Celebrini's next Sharks contract could challenge Leo Carlsson's league-high $18 million AAV
Celebrini is eligible for an extension now and...
Marcus Johansson Was the NHL’s Best Bargain of 2025-26
Highlights Marcus Johansson had the NHL's cheapest cost per point in 2025-26 at roughly $16K
He is the only bargain near the top of the...
