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.
Road to the Playoffs: A case for each bubble team
Rory Boylen
The road to the playoffs is much more congested this year than it was in 2025, but who doesn't love some late-season drama? Rory Boylen makes the case for each team sitting on the playoff bubble.
Scout's Analysis: Can Porter Martone help Philadelphia's playoff push?
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Scout's Analysis: What to expect from James Hagens in pro hockey
Rory Boylen
James Hagens, last year's No. 7 overall draft pick, signed an ATO with the AHL's Providence Bruins and will make his pro debut with them on Wednesday. Will an NHL contract and call-up be far off? We asked our scout Jason Bukala some questions about Boston's newest hot-shot prospect.
Road to the Playoffs: Who's hot, who's not since Olympic break
Rory Boylen
One month from today we'll be well into the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, so as we enter the final stages of the post-season race, Rory Boylen takes a look at the teams who are hot, or not, since the Olympic break ended.
NHL Playoff Push: An X-factor for every bubble team
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Scout's Analysis: Projecting Flames NCAA signing Tyson Gross
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Prospect Tyson Gross signed with the Calgary Flames today after his NCAA season ended last week. Jason Bukala shares a scouting report on the player and what he can bring to his hometown team.
Which teams hold the most draft picks after 2026 NHL trade deadline?
Rory Boylen
We're focusing on who holds the most picks for the 2026 NHL Draft after the trade deadline dust has settled, which teams hold the most valuable choices, and some of the conditions we're still waiting to find out.
NHL Playoff Push: Questions that will be answered after trade deadline
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What to expect from every team at 2026 NHL trade deadline
Rory Boylen
The rumours are picking up and time is running thin. To get you ready for the action ahead, Rory Boylen has our trade deadline primer, with an overview of each NHL team.