Bartnick previews the Pittsburgh Penguins

For the first time in the Sidney Crosby era the Pittsburgh Penguins are predicted not to make the playoffs. Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang have played together nineteen seasons. They have won three Stanley Cups. They made the … Continue reading

Bartnick handicaps the Pacific

The Pacific Division is the NHL’s most exciting division. There is offensive firepower scattered throughout this division. Almost every team in the division either has a Hall of Famer or superstar in the making. It’s definitely the season to stay … Continue reading

Bartnick opines on NHL Central Division for 2024-25

The Central Division is the most unpredictable division in the NHL. The Central has two great teams with Stanley Cup or bust aspirations. The remaining six teams could finish almost anywhere in the standings.  None of these teams stink. It’s … Continue reading

Bartnick picks the Metropolitan Division for the coming campaign

The Metropolitan Division is the worst in the NHL. The division has a few good teams but is mostly filled with mediocre or worse teams. The New York Metro area has three of the four best teams insuring at least … Continue reading

Bartnick predicts the Atlantic Division for 2024-25

The Atlantic Division is the best division in the NHL. Its Eastern Conference counterpart, the Metropolitan is the weakest division the NHL. This will enable five teams to make the playoffs out of the Atlantic. This is great news for … Continue reading

Bartnick grades the NHL free agency season

We are nearing the end of the silly season. NHL GMs are heading to their cabins before the nine-month marathon to Lord Stanley. I’m reviewing their work and giving grades like the assistant volleyball coach who needs to teach summer … Continue reading