Max Mezo

Max Mezo

Joined: May 30, 2025

Max is a contributor for Break Away On SI. He has previously written for The Charlatan, The Hockey News, Editor in Leaf, and Capital Current, where he has covered topics mostly surrounding the NHL and has been writing about the NHL since 2022. Max is double majoring at Carleton University in Journalism & Media Communications. He is a die-hard North American sports fan, following the NHL, NFL, MLB, and NBA.

Mar 3, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz (41) during a break in the action against the San Jose Sharks during the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Oct 28, 2024; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies (23) is congratulated by his teammates on his goal against the Winnipeg Jets during the second period at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: Terrence Lee-Imagn Images

Gold team forward Brady Martin (44) skates with the puck during the Future Stars Game at the Ford Ice Center Bellevue in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, July 5, 2025.

Aug 3, 2024; Plymouth, MI, USA; Sweden's defenseman Wilhelm Hallquisth (5) celebrates a goal against Finland with teammates during the second period of the 2024 World Junior Summer Showcase at USA Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

Jun 17, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Gary Bettman, NHL Commissioner, presents Florida Panthers center Sam Bennett (9) the Conn Smythe Trophy after winning game six of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final against the Edmonton Oilers at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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NHL draft classes today lean into size and grit, continuing the legacy of rugged champions.

Michigan State's Isaac Howard moves the puck against Notre Dame during the second period in the Big Ten tournament on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Muni Arena in East Lansing.

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The Edmonton Oilers bet on an NCAA MVP, while Tampa Bay Lightning grab championship experience.

Apr 8, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Hockey Club center Jack McBain (22) skates with the puck against the Seattle Kraken during the third period at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

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The Utah Mammoth didn't want to let go of one of their most important players

Nov 11, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitchell Marner (16) stands during the national anthem prior to a game against the Philadelphia Flyers at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Philadelphia 6-3. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

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Mitch Marner's rise, fall, and farewell shaped a generation of Toronto Maple Leafs hockey.

Mar 11, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Pius Suter (24) handles the puck against the Montreal Canadiens in the first period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

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St. Louis is adding a reliable centerman to their forward corps.

Apr 30, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Andrew Mangiapane (88) shoots the puck against the Montreal Canadiens in game five of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

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The Edmonton Oilers are hoping for a bounce back season from their latest acquisition.

Apr 26, 2025; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs left wing Matthew Knies (23) celebrates his goal scored in the second period against the Ottawa Senators in game four of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-Imagn Images

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Matthew Knies is stepping up as a new era begins for the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Apr 10, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Kings left wing Andrei Kuzmenko (96) controls the puck against the Anaheim Ducks. during the second period at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Kings didn't let one of their best goal-scorers get to free-agency.

Jun 27, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Simon Wang, with his mother, Willa, arrive to the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft at Peacock Theater. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Using the 33rd pick, the San Jose Sharks bet on upside and global growth.

Mar 1, 2025; Buffalo, New York, USA; Buffalo Sabres right wing Jack Quinn (22) looks to make a pass during the second period against the Montreal Canadiens at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

The Buffalo Sabres weren't risking losing their young winger.

Mar 28, 2021; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals center Evgeny Kuznetsov (92) celebrates after scoring a goal against the New York Rangers during the third period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Scott Taetsch-Imagn Images

After finding success in Russia, one former Washington Capitals forward is ready for another shot in North America.

June 23, 2017; Chicago, IL, USA; Jake Oettinger poses for photos after being selected as the number twenty-six overall pick to the Dallas Stars in the first round of the 2017 NHL Draft at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Mark Leach, the Toronto Maple Leafs' new director of amateur scouting, has an impressive draft resume.