Jayden Perron (13 points) and Michael Hage (12) have absolutely lit up the scoresheet with the University of Michigan so far. Michigan hasn't really played any tough competition yet, but still a huge stat line to start the year.
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We've seen a handful of players picked up on waivers already this year. I looked at them and what they might bring to the table for @DailyFaceoff: https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/which-early-season-nhl-waiver-claims-can-most-impactful-puckpedia-stevenson-merilainen-barron
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Sometimes, a player just needs a change of scenery to find his groove.
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Former Vegas Golden Knights prospect Lucas Elvenes is having himself one heck of a season in the SHL. Elvenes has two goals and 11 assists for 13 points through six games with the Växjö Lakers. His SHL deal ends this spring. He's 27. Potential NHL UFA target?
Gavin McKenna heard the detractors. He was very well aware he had a slow first three games. Last night, though, showed what he's capable of. I took a look at what's working and what hasn't so far in McKenna's (very short) NHL tenure: www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/gavin-m...
After (very) early growing pains, Leafs’ Gavin McKenna has come alive
McKenna's first few games have been a mixed bag, but Tuesday's outing showed what he's capable of.
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Gavin McKenna with a good screen on the power play that leads to the second goal.
Gavin McKenna has his first NHL point after John Tavares scores.
Nils Höglander legacy game going on here at Scotiabank Arena tonight
For those obsessed with Gavin McKenna's whereabouts at the optional morning skates for some reason, he skated today.
Matthew Schaefer had one of the best rookie seasons by a defenseman in recent history. What would it take for him to have one of the best sophomore campaigns? www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/matthew...
What would it take for Matthew Schaefer to have an all-time great sophomore season?
Schaefer had one of the best rookie seasons by a D-man ever. Can he up the ante in his second year?
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Canadian/American-born CHLers were able to make the jump to The AHL this year, granted they were first round picks and are 19 years old this season. So, who made the cut? I took a look: www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/which-1...
Which 19-year-old former CHLers are playing in the AHL in 2026-27?
With first-round picks out of the CHL now able to play in the AHL, get ready for a nice influx of talent.
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I took a look at #NHLDraft's Landon DuPont's first NCAA game with the University of Michigan. How'd he do? What stood out? For @DailyFaceoff: https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/scouting-report-breaking-down-top-2027-nhl-draft-prospect-landon-dupont-ncaa-debut-michigan
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DuPont registered a pair of assists in a lopsided win in Ann Arbor.
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I took a look at #NHLDraft's Landon DuPont's first NCAA game with the University of Michigan. How'd he do? What stood out? For @DailyFaceoff: https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/scouting-report-breaking-down-top-2027-nhl-draft-prospect-landon-dupont-ncaa-debut-michigan
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DuPont registered a pair of assists in a lopsided win in Ann Arbor.
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A pair of Quebec Remparts rookies have looked excellent early in the QMJHL season. Carter Meyer and James Scantlebury both have seven points through four games, with Scantlebury registering five goals on 12 shots. Both are potential first-round 2027 #NHLDraft picks.
The NCAA men's hockey schedule kicks off later this afternoon. I took a look at 20 NHL-affiliated prospects to keep an eye on this year: https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/top-20-nhl-affiliated-prospects-watch-ncaa-2026-2027-hage-carels-reid-verhoeff
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An influx of former CHLers helps boost an already impressive crop of young college hockey stars.
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Landon DuPont kicks off his NCAA career tonight, taking on Bowling Green at 7:00 PM ET. #NHLDraft
The World U-17 Hockey Challenge schedule is out. All games at Sixteen Mile Sports Complex in Oakville, Ontario. Google Calendar link for those who want it: calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0...
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I took a look at five underdog Calder Trophy candidates worth keeping an eye on this season. Luca Cagnoni, Sebastian Cossa and more: www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/top-5-u...
Top five under-the-radar candidates for 2026-27 Calder Trophy
These rookies might not be early-season favorites, but don't count them out.
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It feels like random users on social media care more about the lack of a solo rookie lap for Gavin McKenna than McKenna does.
Talking prospects on DFO Live this morning. Tune in now: www.youtube.com/live/9vwScvk...
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The NHL regular season officially kicked off last night, but a few notable UFAs are still without work. I took a look at six notable veterans without deals: www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/top-6-n...
Six notable NHL UFAs as 2026-27 season begins
The NHL season is already underway, but these veteran free agents are still looking for work.
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I love how aggressive Dobes gets when he's out of the crease. Such a fun goalie to watch.
The Calder Trophy race begins tonight. It's another strong field this year, with 2026 #NHLDraft picks Ivar Stenberg and Gavin McKenna among the top names to watch. A breakdown of 20 of the top rookie of the year candidates: www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/top-20-...
Top 20 Calder Trophy candidates for 2026-27
The past few Calder Trophy battles have been loaded, and this year is absolutely no different.
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OK, time to launch this thing. My first hockey blogging since 2014. Hope you enjoy and stick with it. solvinghockey.beehiiv.com/p/solving-ho...
Solving Hockey: Where do we start
Welcome to yet another chapter in the exciting world of professional hockey analysis!
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