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The Bobcat Prowl

The Bobcat Prowl

The Student News Site of South Windsor High School

The Bobcat Prowl

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor

Jacob is a senior at South Windsor High School and is returning for another year as part of the Bobcat Prowl staff. On top of the amount he has learned about journalism last year, he hopes to now help teach and enforce the rules of journalism and story writing to the new members of the staff. Jacob has been put in charge of the Sports category as well as the Arts & Entertainment (A&E) category of the Prowl. He enjoys all kinds of sports and is a fan of the Giants, Rangers, Yankees, Knicks, and Manchester United. He is also an umpire for SWLL, a brown belt in the art of Shaolin Kempo, and a camp counselor at Windham-Tolland 4H Camp. Similarly to last year, he is excited to help bring you the news this year!

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Source: arcticicehockey.com

Gary Bettman, NHL Release Return to Play Plan and Playoff Format

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
May 29, 2020

More and more facilities and stores are re-opening their doors to the public as we enter week 10 of quarantine in the US. Everyone is dipping their toes back in the metaphorical pool and no one has taken...

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Becky Lynch (left) and Asuka (right) embrace in the ring after Lynch announced her pregnancy
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WWE Superstar Becky Lynch Announces Pregnancy on Monday Night Raw

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
May 15, 2020

On the May 11th episode of WWE weekly flagship show, Monday Night Raw, it was announced that a new member of the WWE family would enter the world in a few months. Rebecca Quinn, known as Becky Lynch in...

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Dear Mr. Gettleman: Sorry About That

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
May 7, 2020

Those who follow The Bobcat Prowl might remember that a little over a year ago, I wrote about New York Giants’ GM Dave Gettleman and his failed off-season. With Head Coach, Pat Shurmur, now gone and...

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Source: Bleacher Report

Chaimo’s Mock Draft 2020 2.0: Saints Fall in Love, 17 SEC Players, and Jacksonville Makes Huge Trade

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
April 15, 2020

With the 2020 NFL Draft becoming more and more in focus and the landscape of the picks more locked in entering the draft, it’s fitting that I update my NFL Mock Draft so it’s up to date and tweaked...

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No, this isn't just a white square. This is the album cover for 3.15.20
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Childish Gambino Releases 4th Studio Album

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
March 27, 2020

It’s hard to identify 36-year-old Donald Glover to one moniker. He has been Simba in The Lion King and Rich Purnell in The Martian. He also was a writer, executive producer, and director for the show...

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An Atalanta BC fan in Italy stands outside the gate of Gewiss Stadium
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Faces in Sports Affected by COVID-19

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
March 20, 2020

All over the headlines the past few weeks, we saw several sports leagues shut down or postpone their season. Whether it be the MLB pushing their season back, the NHL postponing their season, or the XFL...

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Cover Art for Eternal Atake
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Lil Uzi Vert Releases Sophomore Album after Two Years of Anticipation

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
March 12, 2020

‘It is Uzi’s World. We simply live in it.’ You may have heard me say this in the hallways and for good reason. On Friday, March 6th, Philadelphia rapper Lil Uzi Vert’s highly anticipated sophomore...

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Chaimo’s Mock Draft 2020 1.0

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
March 3, 2020

‘Tis the season for NFL Mock Drafts around the analytic world. NFL Analysts have already churned out their mock drafts, and with the NFL Combine come and gone, it is only fitting that I break out my...

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MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred Apologizes to Media for World Series Comments

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
February 21, 2020

On Tuesday evening, February 18th, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred officially apologized to the media for his comments on the World Series trophy, calling it ‘a piece of metal’ in a rhetorical jab at...

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How Music, Sports, and Friends have Shaped Evan Rapp

How Music, Sports, and Friends have Shaped Evan Rapp

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
February 10, 2020

At South Windsor High School, there are plenty of things to keep you busy and occupied. Whether it is the classes during the school day or the extracurricular options available to anyone, there are several...

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Boston Red Sox Trade OF Mookie Betts and SP David Price to the Los Angeles Dodgers

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
February 7, 2020

The beginning of the Boston Red Sox rebuild is upon us. On the night of Tuesday, February 4th, the Boston Red Sox struck a deal with the team they beat in the 2018 World Series in the Los Angeles Dodgers....

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NFL Conference Championship Predictions

Jacob Chaimovitch and Josh Hobbs
January 19, 2020

A weekend of chaos in the Divisional Round can only lead to more chaos in the Conference Championship games. After a massive upset in Baltimore, and an absolute thriller in Kansas City, the AFC Championship...

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Five Sentenced to Death for Murder of Jamal Khashoggi

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
January 16, 2020

Over Winter Break, it was revealed via the Saudi Arabian government that five people would be sentenced to death over the controversial murder of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi. This is big news, especially...

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The 'everlasting image' of catcher Yogi Berra leaping into Don Larsen's embrace after Larsen's perfect game in 1956.
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Former MLB Pitcher Don Larsen Dies at 90

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
January 2, 2020

On New Years Day 2020, former MLB Pitcher Don Larsen was found dead after a battle with esophageal cancer; he was 90 years old. During a fruitful career that spanned across 15 years while on seven different...

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Winter Band Concert 2019

Jillian Thibodeau and Jacob Chaimovitch
December 17, 2019

On Thursday, December 12th, Mr. Verrastro, the band director at South Windsor High School introduced the band to the audience with their first concert of the year. The concert took place in the auditorium...

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The Top 5 MLB Free Agency Signings So Far

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
December 5, 2019

The MLB Hot Stove can be one of the most exciting times of the year, whether you be a casual or hardcore fan of the sport of baseball. With big names like Anthony Rendon, Gerrit Cole, and Stephen Strausberg...

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Winnipeg Blue Bombers win 107th Grey Cup

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
November 26, 2019

The wait is over. On Sunday, November 24th in Calgary, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers defeated the Hamilton Tiger-Cats by a score of 33-12 to end their championship drought that spanned 29 years and win...

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Source: CBS Sports

Portland Trail Blazers sign Forward Carmelo Anthony

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
November 25, 2019

After over a year since his last NBA game, PF/SF Carmelo Anthony signed a one-year, $2.15 million non-guaranteed contract with the Portland Trail Blazers. The money becomes guaranteed if Melo stays on...

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A Synopsis of the Six MLB MVP Finalists

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
November 14, 2019

After a wild MLB season that ended with the Washington Nationals bringing home their first championship in franchise history, the MLB awards are upon us. The most coveted award in the MLB is the AL and...

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Now is the Time for Robot Umpires in Major League Baseball

Now is the Time for Robot Umpires in Major League Baseball

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
November 13, 2019

If not now, when? It was announced at the beginning of the 2019 season that the MLB would partner with the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball (ALPB) to introduce the first robot umpire system:...

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Mr. Zeuschner: From History Teacher to Interim Associate Principal

Mr. Zeuschner: From History Teacher to Interim Associate Principal

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
September 30, 2019

About a week before the start of school, Mr. Kuckel resigned as one of the associate principals of SWHS. Many wondered who would fill the void created in the Admin office on such short notice. On August...

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Daniel Jones Graphic Courtesy of theringer.com

Now Presenting: Daniel Jones

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
September 25, 2019

Many analysts in the preseason had predicted that New York Giants backup QB Daniel Jones would replace 38-year-old starter Eli Manning under one of two conditions: the Giants fall out of playoff contention...

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Antonio Brown in his Oakland Raiders uniform at Training Camp

Antonio Brown Accused of Sexual Assault by Former Trainer

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
September 13, 2019

The New England Patriots have a lot of very smart people and big names in their front office. So, when the organization signed former Oakland Raiders wide receiver Antonio Brown to a one-year deal worth...

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Who are the new Additions to the Bobcat Prowl Staff?

Who are the new Additions to the Bobcat Prowl Staff?

Jacob Chaimovitch, Joshua Hobbs, Joe Sandberg, Brianna Skaff, and Jillian Thibodeau
September 13, 2019

After a fantastic year in journalism last year, the staff of the Bobcat Prowl is poised for another great year. With the 2019-2020 school year beginning at South Windsor High School, there are many new...

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Players for Liverpool celebrate their victory against Tottenham on Saturday June 1st, 2019  post game in Madrid.

Liverpool Downs Tottenham to Win Sixth Title

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
June 4, 2019

For the first time since 2005, Liverpool FC is on the top of the European Soccer world. After defeating Tottenham Hotspur FC by a score of 2-0 in Madrid last Saturday, Liverpool earned their 6th championship...

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Poster for the 2019 NBA Finals

2019 NBA Finals Predictions

Josh Hobbs and Jacob Chaimovitch
May 31, 2019

After many months of the regular season and three very exciting rounds of playoff play, the 2019 NBA season will come to a conclusion in a little over a week. The Golden State Warriors and the Toronto...

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Bayley at the top of the ladder after becoming Ms. Money in the Bank

How Bayley’s Career Changed Overnight at Money in the Bank

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
May 22, 2019

I said that Bayley didn’t need the briefcase. I was very wrong. Maybe it was a better experience because I was there live, but Bayley winning the Money in the Bank briefcase to kick off the main card...

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Who Needs the Money in the Briefcase More?

Who Needs the Money in the Briefcase More?

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
May 17, 2019

It finally happened. A WWE PPV in Hartford, CT for the first time since Vengeance 2004 when Chris Benoit infamously rolled up Triple H to retain his World Heavyweight Title. Now, Money in the Bank comes...

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NBA Conference Finals Predictions

NBA Conference Finals Predictions

Josh Hobbs and Jacob Chaimovitch
May 16, 2019

With only four teams remaining, the 2019 NBA playoffs continue as we head into the Conference Championships round. The Golden State Warriors will face off against the Portland Trail Blazers in the Western...

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Symphonic Band playing their first piece, Exaltation.

Spring Band Concert 2019

SWHS’s 2019 spring band concert took place at South Windsor High School on Wednesday, May 8th, at 6:30 pm. The two bands that performed at the concert were Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble, who were...

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What Happened After Two Rounds of the NHL Playoffs?

What Happened After Two Rounds of the NHL Playoffs?

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
May 9, 2019

If anyone wants to argue that NHL Playoffs are not the best kind of playoffs, I give you the 2019 NHL Playoffs. In the first round alone, there were two 4-0 sweeps and one series almost swept. On top of...

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On Saturday April 27th, 2019, members comfort each other outside of the Synagogue.

1 dead and 3 Wounded in Poway, CA Shooting

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
May 2, 2019

Towards the end of the Jewish holiday of Passover, on the morning of Saturday, April 27th, 19-year-old John T. Earnest went into the Chabad of Poway with an AR-15 in Poway, CA, a small town just north...

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Dave Gettleman, GM of the New York Giants, at a press conference.

Why David Gettleman’s “Plan” has gone awry

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
May 2, 2019

So, here we are. One week in the post-2019 draft era and New York Giants fans (like myself) have been scratching their heads since the end of an abysmal 5-11 season. This was a team that was supposed to...

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Sydney Fournier, Junior, standing in front of the Palais des Papes in Avignon, France.

Sydney Fournier Spends One Week in Europe

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
April 28, 2019

While many SWHS students went on a trip to Europe over the April Vacation time, Junior Sydney Fournier had the unique opportunity to go to Europe the week afterward; the reason being that she was unaware...

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Kyle Guy hoisting up the National Championship Trophy while surrounded by his teammates

From Laughing Stock to Last Team Standing: the 2-Year Story of the Virginia Cavaliers

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
April 12, 2019

The Virginia Cavaliers are the 2019 NCAA National Champions for men’s basketball. Coach Tony Bennett and his team finally won the big one. It was well deserved as well: a year ago, Virginia was the laughing...

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Wrestlemania 35 Predictions

Wrestlemania 35 Predictions

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
April 3, 2019

The Show of Shows is right around the corner. The annual pinnacle of WWE PPVs on April 7th is already set to be around seven-and-a-half hours long; a PPV of that length has never been successfully done...

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Left to right: Becky Lynch, Ronda Rousey, and Charlotte Flair on their own Wrestlemania 35 poster

Raw Women’s Championship Match Announced as Main Event of Wrestlemania 35

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
March 28, 2019

The Women’s Revolution in WWE rages on. First reported by the Wrestling Observer Newsletter on the morning of March 25th, the Raw Women’s Championship Triple Threat Match between Becky Lynch, Charlotte...

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A-Rod and J-Lo are officially engaged

Jacob Chaimovitch and
March 19, 2019

On March 10th, 2019, word got out very quickly that former baseball slugger Alex Rodriguez and talented entertainer Jennifer Lopez were engaged. Rodriguez made the announcement on his Instagram with a...

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The 2019 NCAA Tournament Bracket

Upsets to Consider so your March Madness Bracket isn’t Busted

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
March 18, 2019

March Madness is upon us. Another year of submitting brackets and tearing your hair out regarding who moves on, who falls early, and who wins it all. One big factor in a busted bracket is the Upset. An...

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WWE Legend King Kong Bundy dies at age 61

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
March 8, 2019

Christopher Alan Pallies, better known by his ring name as King Kong Bundy, died on March 4th, 2019 at the age of 61. The cause is unknown, but the WWE universe and staff are still devastated by the loss....

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NHL Eastern Conference Trade Deadline Grades

NHL Eastern Conference Trade Deadline Grades

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
March 3, 2019

With the February 25th Trade Deadline over and done with, it’s now time to break down each Eastern Conference team’s moves from the beginning of the 2018-2019 season (October 3rd) to now and give them...

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NHL Western Conference Trade Deadline Grades

NHL Western Conference Trade Deadline Grades

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
March 3, 2019

With the February 25th Trade Deadline over and done with, it’s now time to break down each Western Conference team’s moves from the beginning of the 2018-2019 season (October 3rd) to now and give them...

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January Student of the Month

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
February 23, 2019

Student of the Month is awarded every month to two students of each grade for a total of 8. For January, the following students were recognized: Emily Bergstrom (Sophomore), Elizabeth Burnham (Freshman),...

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WWE is debuting their NXT Rookies differently…and they’re doing it wrong

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
February 21, 2019

I’ve been a WWE fan since around late 2013 and actively watching since Wrestlemania 32. I may not be a WWE History buff but I can still be a fan. As a fan, one of the most exciting things about WWE has...

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Rapper 21 Savage Arrested By ICE

Rapper 21 Savage Arrested By ICE

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
February 7, 2019

On the morning of February 3rd, Grammy-nominated rap artist Sha Yaa Bin Abraham-Joseph, better known as 21 Savage, was arrested and taken into custody by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)....

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Conference Championship Weekend Predictions

Conference Championship Weekend Predictions

Jacob Chaimovitch and Josh Hobbs
January 18, 2019

We started with 12 teams, we are down to four. Two teams from the AFC and two teams from the NFC. Coincidently, they are both the #1 and #2 seeds. The Los Angeles Rams travel to the Mercedes-Benz Superdome...

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Divisional Round Weekend Predictions

Divisional Round Weekend Predictions

Jacob Chaimovitch and Josh Hobbs
January 8, 2019

After 4 crazy wild-card games, we move onto the Divisional Round with only eight teams left. Jacob (0-4 picks record) and Josh (3-1 picks record) are back with their picks for the NFL Divisional Round...

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Wild Card Weekend Predictions

Wild Card Weekend Predictions

Jacob Chaimovitch and Josh Hobbs
January 4, 2019

Wild Card Weekend is upon us in the NFL Playoffs. The #3 seeds face the #6 seeds and #4 faces #5 in each conference. The lower remaining seeds face the #1 team next week and the higher remaining seeds...

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CFB Bowl Games over Winter Break to watch

CFB Bowl Games over Winter Break to watch

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
December 20, 2018

Over the long winter break that SWHS students have, some are going out traveling for holidays. Some go out with friends. Some, like myself, are stuck at home for 90% of break frying our brains and boring...

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Symphonic band lines up for their yearbook photo.

SWHS Winter Band Concert 2018

Jillian Thibodeau and Jacob Chaimovitch
December 17, 2018

On Wednesday, December 12th, SWHS had their Winter Band Concert for 2018 and it did not disappoint. Both groups did very well with all of their pieces under the teaching and conducting of the school’s...

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WWE TLC 2018 Predictions

WWE TLC 2018 Predictions

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
December 13, 2018

Yet another WWE Pay-Per-View is upon us. The last one of the calendar year, WWE TLC will happen on December 16th, 2018. TLC stands for Tables, Ladders, and Chairs. Any and all of these can be used in the...

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View from inside the PNC Arena

Carolina’s Hockey Team is Having a Lot of Fun After They Win at Home

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
November 16, 2018

After a home win, some hockey players give a wave to the crowd for their support. Some teams, like the New York Rangers, give a stick salute at center ice after a home win. And then there’s the Carolina...

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A Look At Travis Scott And His Illustrious Career

A Look At Travis Scott And His Illustrious Career

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
November 12, 2018

Rap music is everywhere you look. Many are trying to make a name for themselves within the industry. One of those big names include Travis Scott, who burst on the scene with his debut album in 2015 and...

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Tree of Life synagogue

11 dead, 6 injured in Pittsburgh shooting

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
October 29, 2018

On the morning of October 27th, The Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, PA, was plagued with a mass shooting during their Saturday Morning Service. The shooting resulted in 11 dead ranging from ages...

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Jamal Khashoggi’s Disappearance Leaves WWE With Daunting Question

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
October 21, 2018

Earlier this year, the WWE had a huge Pay-Per-View event called the Greatest Royal Rumble. It had many big matches that were attention-grabbing throughout. The most successful moment? The fact that it...

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My Predictions and Overviews for the 2018-2019 NHL Season

My Predictions and Overviews for the 2018-2019 NHL Season

Jacob Chaimovitch, Editor
October 15, 2018

Now that all 31 NHL teams have opened their seasons and played at least one game, it's time that I weighed in on the most successful teams in the off-season from each conference as well as my predictions...

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