8+ hour ago   (213+ words) Calgary's rebuild is in full swing, with three cornerstones traded away and a loaded prospect pool exciting fans—just don't expect much winning in the meantime. The Calgary Flames missed the playoffs for the fourth year in a row, finishing…...

10+ hour, 28+ min ago   (285+ words) Here are today's news and links: Joe Fortunato takes a look at some of the Rangers' problems in his reaction of the week (BSB) Andy Knapp lists five must watch-games on the Rangers' 2026-27 schedule (Blue Line Station) Nick Ziegler explains…...

1+ day, 4+ hour ago   (373+ words) From a tough call on a former top prospect to whether the Rangers overpaid in picks to what's left to add up front, some thoughts post-free agency. First of all, I want to thank all of you. July 1 was the…...

2+ day, 8+ hour ago   (277+ words) Here are today's news and links: Chris Feldman takes a look at what is in store for the Buffalo Sabres this upcoming season (BSB) Vincent Z. Mercogliano talks about the Rangers hiring former players Jonathan Quick and Derick Brassard for development…...

2+ day, 9+ hour ago   (758+ words) From Adam Clendening comparisons to a 1997 Islanders arbitration hearing that reduced Tommy Salo to tears, this week's ombudsman report has some real history in it. After the cut in, Joe said that I probably disparaged him. I mostly disparaged Chip…...

3+ day, 9+ hour ago   (290+ words) The Sabres became an absolute wagon on the way to their first playoff birth since 2011. Now can they stay atop the Atlantic Division? Welcome to 2026 Team Previews, a new series from Blueshirt Banter. In this series, we'll be taking a…...

4+ day, 9+ hour ago   (257+ words) Here are today's news and links: Chris Feldman takes a look at what the expectations are for the Anaheim Ducks for the 2026-27 season (BSB) Mollie Walker examines the biggest questions surrounding the Rangers' depth chart following their offseason moves (NY…...

4+ day, 9+ hour ago   (222+ words) The Bruins were active on the trade front this offseason, specifically with the Rangers. But will it be enough to keep them in the Eastern Conference playoff picture? The Boston Bruins were a team that avoided losing a ton of…...

5+ day, 11+ hour ago   (281+ words) Here are today's news and links: Phil Kocher talks about Eeli Tolvanen, Troy Terry, and Braden Schneider on this week's edition of Media Bytes (BSB) Tom Castro takes a look at the Rangers' poor history when it comes to drafting…...

5+ day, 10+ hour ago   (239+ words) As we debut a new offseason series here at Blueshirt Banter, let's take a look at the moves Anaheim made this summer and what next season could hold. Welcome to 2026 Team Previews, a new series from Blueshirt Banter. In this…...