A weekly gauge of the players who are controlling substantial buzz around the league. When a player is included on this list it may not be a good thing -- it means that they are capturing a large amount of the hockey world's attention.

Zach Werenski scored his 16th goal of the season, extending his home points streak to 19 games. He tied John Van Boxmeer for the 5th longest streak in NHL history. With the goal, he has overtaken Cale Makar in points by a defenseman and tied him with goals by a defenseman.

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The Columbus Blue Jackets are making a strong bid to get back to the playoffs and even if that push falls short, it’s easy to believe this version of the club is just beginning to rise.

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ST. LOUIS — In Utah last weekend, St. Louis Blues coach Jim Montgomery benched linemates Robert Thomas and Pavel Buchnevich. He followed that up by separating the two for the next game against the Vegas Golden Knights and the start of the teams’ rematch Thursday night.

After a busy seven days in the National Hockey League, the movement in ClutchPoints' NHL Power Rankings is significant in Week 16.

Which front office is most ruthless? Who had the best glow-up? And which rookie has been most important to his team?

It’s safe to say trade season has officially begun. After the Carolina Hurricanes, Colorado Avalanche, and Chicago Blackhawks made arguably the biggest

With Los Angeles Kings do-it-all defenceman Drew Doughty on the verge of his season debut, Sportsnet's Ryan Dixon takes a look at each team's minute-munchers in this week's edition of the NHL power rankings.

After a busy seven days in the National Hockey League, the movement in ClutchPoints' NHL Power Rankings is significant in Week 17.

Connor McDavid, Edmonton Oilers ... Jake Guentzel, Tampa Bay Lightning, LW3 14. Zach Werenski, Columbus Blue Jackets, D3 15. Sam Reinhart, Florida Panthers, RW3 16. Victor Hedman, Tampa Bay ...