Rory Boylen

One lingering off-season question for each NHL team

Rory Boylen

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Rory Boylen joined Sportsnet in 2014 and is the NHL and junior hockey editor at Sportsnet.ca. He is also co-host of the Tape to Tape NHL Podcast.

2026 NHL Free Agency Blog: Stars GM says goal is to sign Robertson

The opening of the NHL's Signing Season was a wild one full of action despite it not being the deepest or best class of free agents. Check out how it all unfolded in our blog.

NHL Draft Blog: Who are best players available in Round 2?

Starters, backups and upside targets: What the NHL goalie market looks like

There are a number of netminders who might be attainable this summer, from bonafide starters, to tandem options, or upside players. Rory Boylen takes a look at what the goalie market might look like this off-season.

Scout's Analysis: How Brady Tkachuk fits with the Panthers

In the aftermath of a true Father's Day blockbuster, scout Jason Bukala takes a look at Brady Tkachuk's fit with Florida, what some lines might look like, and how tough of a situation Ottawa found itself in.

Scout's Analysis: What Maple Leafs, Flyers get in Joseph Woll trade

11 bold predictions for the NHL off-season

The Carolina Hurricanes' Stanley Cup win officially opened the door to the off-season. Rory Boylen dives into the hot topics we need to watch for in what could be a pivotal summer.

NHL Offer Sheet Primer: How they work, who could get one

As every team looks at how to improve over the off-season, could any opt to use an offer sheet to chase talent this summer? Rory Boylen has everything you need to know about compensation and which players could be interesting RFA targets.

One big off-season question facing each NHL team eliminated in Round 2

Five things we learned in Round 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs

What lessons can we take from Round 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs? Sportsnet's Rory Boylen dives in with the conference finals set to begin.