IT'S ABOUT HOCKEY Breaking Down the Game, One Shift at a Time
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THE GAME

One Shift at a Time

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Welcome to It's About Hockey, where advanced analytics meet bold opinions and thoughtful player profiles. Whether you're dissecting advanced stats like expected goals and zone entries, following the NHL playoffs and international tournaments like the Olympics and World Juniors, or diving deep into prospect evaluations and trade analysis, we break down the game with the depth and nuance it deserves. Our coverage spans everything from tactical breakdowns and coaching decisions to player development stories and the analytics revolution transforming modern hockey. For fans who want more than just box scores and highlight reels—who crave context, insight, and genuine hockey discussion—this is your home on the ice.

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Analysis • Apr 7, 2026

The NHL Salary Cap Explained: Everything a New Fan Needs to Know

The salary cap is the invisible force that shapes every roster decision, trade, and free-agent signing in hockey. Here's how it actually works — and why it matters.

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NHL players lined up for a power play during the 2025-26 season
Analysis • Apr 6, 2026

Who Has the Most Dangerous Power Play in the NHL Right Now?

With the regular season ending April 16, the gap between the league's best power plays and the rest has never been wider. Here's who's running the most lethal 5-on-4 units heading into the playoffs.

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The Greatest NHL Goalies of All Time, Ranked

From Roy's butterfly to Hasek's acrobatics to Brodeur's unmatched volume — here's the definitive ranking of the best goalies to ever play the game.

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🥇 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics

Track the Olympic hockey tournament with live brackets, schedules, and game recaps.

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