Congratulations to the US Men's and Women's Hockey teams on their gold medal wins. We always knew they'd eventually win a big one over the Canadians, we just hoped it wasn't going to be this time! What an epic couple of gold medal games, that can only help grow the game of hockey! Ok, back to the NHL as the season resumes on Wednesday night and the sprint to the playoffs begins! With the trade deadline only 12 days away, who will be buyers and who will be sellers in an effort to strengthen their team for the push to the playoffs and a run to the Stanley Cup!

The Olympic hockey tournament has wrapped up the round robin stage, revealing some unexpected outcomes in pool play. Team Canada and Team US have emerged as the top two seeds, setting the stage for a potential showdown and rematch in the final. As we look ahead, the NHL trade deadline is just two weeks away. It's a crucial time for teams, particularly the Leafs and Habs, as they consider their strategies and moves before the deadline.

The Leafs have had a challenging week and it may be time for them to consider becoming sellers. Questions arise about the leadership within the team. In contrast, the Habs secured significant wins against the Knights and Avs, strengthening their position in the playoff standings. While Matthews and Nylander appear to be lacking in leadership, Celebrini is demonstrating why he is destined to become the next face of the NHL.

It was a challenging week for both the Leafs and Habs, leading Phil and Ryan to seek solace on the therapy couch. Meanwhile, the Sabres continue to surge up the standings, and Roy is once again showcasing his unorthodox coaching strategies. Injuries are impacting several Olympic Hockey rosters, with team Sweden facing the most significant challenges!

The Leafs celebrated a big win against Colorado, but faced an emotional game against the Knights, where they blew four two-goal leads. Meanwhile, the Habs have had a decent record over the past 10 games, yet their inconsistent play is frustrating Ryan. The trade market is heating up as the Knights acquire Andersson from the Flames, while the Rangers inform Panarin he'll be on the move. Additionally, the Canucks have officially entered their rebuild phase. Injuries to key Olympic players have sparked discussions about potential replacements.

Thanks to a strong ten-game stretch, the Leafs have positioned themselves back into playoff contention. Meanwhile, the Habs faced challenges against a resurgent John Gibson and the Wings, but Ryan remains confident in their performance and the potential for the second half of the NHL season. In the West, Canadian teams are struggling, while McDavid continues to impress with a record-setting points pace that promises to be exciting to watch.

Austin Matthews seems to have awakened, raising questions about whether it is too little too late for the Leafs to mount a second-half run. Meanwhile, the Canadiens have maintained their strong performance over the holiday season and are focused on keeping pace with other Cup contenders as the season progresses. With the Olympics just over a month away, rosters are being announced and analyzed, adding another layer of excitement to the hockey landscape.

The recent road trip for the Leafs has been extremely disappointing, prompting Berube to express his frustration with the team's performance and leadership. In contrast, the Canadiens, despite facing injuries and fatigue, have managed to maintain their strong overall play. With Hughes now traded, the question arises: which team will make the next significant move? Will the trade floodgates open after the roster freeze lifts and before the Olympic break? The next month could be pivotal for teams looking to strengthen their rosters.