rebuilding

Rebuilds Take a Long Time – Chicago Blackhawks Edition

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There has been a lot of talk about how disappointing the Chicago Blackhawks have been this season. At the time of writing the Blackhawks have a 5-13-1 record in their first 19 games of the 2026-27 NHL season. Only the Vancouver Canucks have a worse record. My question is, should anyone be surprised? I have … Read more

The State of the Maple Leafs: A Lesson in Process and Patience

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The Toronto Maple Leafs have missed the playoffs for the first time in since 2016, or rather the first time in the Auston Matthews era. Not only did they not make the playoffs, they were also a bottom five team with just 79 points, a 29 point drop from 2024-25, and ahead of only the … Read more