Rob Ellis is a veteran NHL writer and analyst with 15 years of experience covering NHL trade rumors, breaking news, fantasy hockey, player contracts and roster moves for NHLTradeRumor.com. He holds a Computer Science degree from Penn State University and combines a data-driven approach with extensive knowledge of NHL rosters, salary-cap trends and player performance. Rob focuses on separating reported information from speculation while providing context around why potential trades and roster moves could make sense. His analysis draws on official NHL and team announcements, established hockey reporters and insiders, player statistics and contract data. He also provides fantasy hockey projections and analysis throughout the NHL season.