DitD & Open Post - 8/12/26: Risky Approach Edition

TRENDINGNFL training camp updatesFever have coach's backSnell victorious in returnLeBron's 76ers debut setFantasy Football Draft KitStory by NEWARK, NJ - APRIL 04: Jake Allen #34 of the New Jersey Devils defend his net during the second period of the game against the Montréal Canadiens on April 4, 2026 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Rich Graessle/NHLI via Getty Images) | NHLI via Getty Images Nate PillingWed, August 12, 2026 at 11:00 AM UTC·2 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesWhy Devils’ Unorthodox Goaltending Plan Makes SenseThe New Jersey Devils entered the offseason with a pretty obvious problem in net. Jacob Markstrom had just completed a […]SportsnautDaily Bean: New Bruins Numbers; Captain Vacancies; Martone an Early Calder FavoriteThere is one month until Boston Bruins’ rookie camp opens. It’s a dull time in the NHL news cycle, but […] The post Daily Bean: New Bruins Numbers; Captain Vacancies; Martone an Early Calder Favorite appeared first on Boston Hockey Now.Boston Hockey NowHabs Daily: Bolduc Contract Situation, Mooney Projection, HutsonHere are the Montreal Canadiens and NHL news items you may have missed on Monday. Montreal Canadiens News NHL Network's […]SportsnautAdvertisementAdvertisementNew Jersey Devils Prospect Update: An All Too-Early Forecast of Utica’s Defense Pairings for 2026-27Last week we took a look at the forwards. This week we project the defense pairings for the Devils AHL affiliate. Two caveats. First, for purposes of this exercise, I will assume Declan Chisholm earns a spot on the New Jersey Devils roster even though he should face fierce competition. As some people have immoderately […]SB NationDeen’s Daily: Waiver Speculation; Ivan Ivan’s New Threads; Martone Pushing For Flyers HistoryAside from late-summer signings and potentially some trades, waivers are probably the next most active player-movement transactions we’ll see before […] The post Deen’s Daily: Waiver Speculation; Ivan Ivan’s New Threads; Martone Pushing For Flyers History appeared first on Colorado Hockey Now.Colorado Hockey NowRangers linked to former 2nd overall pick in NHL DraftThe Rangers need to make this move happen.The Big LeadNo Contracts for Old Red WingsThe post No Contracts for Old Red Wings appeared first on Detroit Hockey Now. Remember the days when the Detroit Red Wings were the NHL’s model franchise? When every NHL player wanted to do […] The post No Contracts for Old Red Wings appeared first on Detroit Hockey Now.Detroit Hockey NowNHL teams least likely to win the Stanley Cup in the next 10 yearsWill any of these teams win a Stanley cup before 2036?The Big LeadThe Hockey News Big Show: Who Are The Top Breakout Candidates In The NHL?Michael Traikos, Ryan Kennedy, and Michael Augello discuss the top breakout candidates for upcoming NHL season, who should fill the vacant captaincies across the league, and more.The Hockey NewsDaily Bean: Top 20 Defensemen, McAvoy’s Spot; Quiet on Pettersson Trade TalkThe NHL offseason keeps moving along; there are 50 days until the Boston Bruins’ season opener. The NHL Network released […] The post Daily Bean: Top 20 Defensemen, McAvoy’s Spot; Quiet on Pettersson Trade Talk appeared first on Boston Hockey Now.Boston Hockey NowCanadiens Analysis: Evaluating Bolduc Value, Potential Cap HitWhen the Montreal Canadiens acquired Zachary Bolduc from the St Louis Blues in exchange for Logan Mailloux, it was a […]Sportsnaut‘Do Not Play That Guy Until He’s 100% Healthy’ — Canucks Warned Against Rushing $25.5M Star Back to ActionThe Vancouver Canucks are entering a new season with questions surrounding their most important position. Their starting goaltender remains on the recovery path after undergoing hip surgery, while the team has enough depth to avoid forcing an early return.Pro Football NetworkRangers One Of Teams Linked To Patrik Laine Since The Start Of Free AgencyOne free agent that remains an intriguing addition for the New York Rangers is Patrik Laine.The Hockey News - New York RangersDeen’s Daily: NHL Network Top 20 Defensemen; Makar, Toews Bookend; Another Flyers Offer Sheet?NHL Network ranked the top 20 defensemen in the league, and two of the Colorado Avalanche’s own made the cut. […] The post Deen’s Daily: NHL Network Top 20 Defensemen; Makar, Toews Bookend; Another Flyers Offer Sheet? appeared first on Colorado Hockey Now.Colorado Hockey Now3 Penguins Thoughts: Dubas Divided, ResolutionsJustin Brazeau scored 18 goals with 36 points last season in a career breakout but does not appear to have […] The post 3 Penguins Thoughts: Dubas Divided, Resolutions appeared first on Pittsburgh Hockey Now.Pittsburgh Hockey NowNew York Rangers Goalie Igor Shesterkin Possibly on Hall of Fame TrackThe Athletic separated them into six tiers, with Shesterkin finishing in the bottom tier: "Check back in a few years." The post New York Rangers Goalie Igor Shesterkin Possibly on Hall of Fame Track appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYCanadiens Have Trade Target To Consider In 6-Foot-4 DefenderThe Canadiens should consider targeting this blueliner to add to their depth.The Hockey News - Montreal CanadiensEx-Canadiens Forward Still Looking For New Team After BuyoutThis former Canadiens forward remains unsigned at this point in the off-season.The Hockey News - Montreal CanadiensHas The Moneyball Revolution Finally Come To The NHL?Are Eric Tulsky and Sunny Mehta passing fads? Or are they the vanguard of an era of 200 hockey men iconoclasm?SB NationWhy Rangers defenseman likely ‘feeling pretty good’ about uncertain futureBraden Schneider may — or may not — be a member of the New York Rangers defense corps past the […]Forever Blueshirts