Randy Sportak

Randy covers the NHL for Deadspin.com

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NHL's Biggest Free-Agent and Trade Disappointments So Far

NHL's Biggest Free-Agent and Trade Disappointments So Far

Three NHL Trends to Watch as the Season Reaches the Quarter Mark

Three NHL Trends to Watch as the Season Reaches the Quarter Mark

NHL Early-Season Predictions: Flyers, Rangers and Stars Face Reality Checks

NHL Early-Season Predictions: Flyers, Rangers and Stars Face Reality Checks

6 NHL Youngsters Who Could Break Out in 2026-27

6 NHL Youngsters Who Could Break Out in 2026-27

NHL Offseason Storylines: What Comes Next for the Ducks, Panthers and Capitals?

NHL Offseason Storylines: What Comes Next for the Ducks, Panthers and Capitals?

Why the 2026 NHL Draft's Biggest Story Might Not Be the No. 1 Pick

Why the 2026 NHL Draft's Biggest Story Might Not Be the No. 1 Pick

Three NHL Teams Ready to Make Major Offseason Moves

Three NHL Teams Ready to Make Major Offseason Moves

Stanley Cup Final Game 1 Best Bets: Hurricanes vs. Golden Knights Picks

Stanley Cup Final Game 1 Best Bets: Hurricanes vs. Golden Knights Picks

Five Storylines That Will Define the Stanley Cup Final Between Carolina and Vegas

Five Storylines That Will Define the Stanley Cup Final Between Carolina and Vegas

Carolina Hurricanes or Vegas Golden Knights? Key Factors That Will Decide Stanley Cup

Carolina Hurricanes or Vegas Golden Knights? Key Factors That Will Decide Stanley Cup

Hurricanes, Golden Knights Appear Destined for Stanley Cup Final Clash

Hurricanes, Golden Knights Appear Destined for Stanley Cup Final Clash

NHL Conference Finals Predictions: Avalanche and Hurricanes Favored to Advance

NHL Conference Finals Predictions: Avalanche and Hurricanes Favored to Advance

NHL Picks Today: Best Bets for Golden Knights vs. Ducks and Canadiens vs. Sabres

NHL Picks Today: Best Bets for Golden Knights vs. Ducks and Canadiens vs. Sabres

Predicting Second Round Stanley Cup Playoff Surprises

Predicting Second Round Stanley Cup Playoff Surprises

These NHL Playoff Sleepers Shouldn’t Be Counted Out

These NHL Playoff Sleepers Shouldn’t Be Counted Out

NHL Playoff Race: Half of Last Year’s Teams Could Miss the Cut

NHL Playoff Race: Half of Last Year’s Teams Could Miss the Cut

Why a Florida Panthers vs. Edmonton Oilers Stanley Cup Rematch Won’t Happen

Why a Florida Panthers vs. Edmonton Oilers Stanley Cup Rematch Won’t Happen

NHL Storylines to Watch: Sabres Run, McDavid’s Criticism, and Stars Streak

NHL Storylines to Watch: Sabres Run, McDavid’s Criticism, and Stars Streak

NHL Free Agency 2026: Why This Year’s Market Looks Surprisingly Thin

NHL Free Agency 2026: Why This Year’s Market Looks Surprisingly Thin

Why the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline Could Look Different Than Usual

Why the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline Could Look Different Than Usual

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