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A Harvard‑trained outsider and a New Jersey native are rewriting the playbook, challenging decades of tradition in the world’s most insular hockey league.
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A Harvard‑trained outsider and a New Jersey native are rewriting the playbook, challenging decades of tradition in the world’s most insular hockey league.

Single‑game tickets for the Florida Panthers' 2026‑27 season go on sale to the public on Aug. 13 at 10 a.m. ET, with exclusive early access for newsletter subscribers and a free LED rally towel at the season‑opening game.

Moritz Seider’s defensive mastery earned him the 2025‑26 Rod Langway Award, a testament to his growth since the 2019 draft and his pivotal role in Detroit’s blue‑line strategy.

Eric Rud, a seasoned coach with a rich playing and mentorship background, has been named head coach of the University of Alaska Anchorage. His philosophy centers on player growth, retention, and leveraging Alaska’s unique recruiting landscape.

The Philadelphia Flyers have unveiled a full 84‑game schedule that begins with a home matchup against the Pittsburgh Penguins on September 30, 2026, and stretches through a late‑April finale against the Washington Capitals.

Jack Johnson, a former Michigan Wolverines defenseman who spent two seasons in Ann Arbor before launching a 19‑year NHL career, was announced this week as the new associate head coach for Ohio State’s women’s hockey program. His arrival coincides with a period of growth for the Buckeyes, who have reached five straight national title games, while the University of Michigan struggles to field a Division I women’s program.

After going unqualified by the Dallas Stars, forward Chase Wheatcroft signs with the Chicago Wolves, hoping to rebuild his game and earn a spot in the Hurricanes’ affiliate.

The Avalanche have added a promising blue‑liner to their roster, hoping his offensive upside and playoff experience will translate into NHL contributions.

The 2026 NHL Draft saw a record 43 players from the United States Hockey League (USHL) hear their names called, underscoring the league’s growing influence on the sport’s talent pipeline.

The Columbus Blue Jackets are actively shaping their roster for next season, targeting veteran defensemen and forwards while preparing for the upcoming NHL Draft in Buffalo.

Former Carolina Hurricanes player Bobby Sanguinetti believes the team's recent Stanley Cup victory can motivate youngsters in Wilmington to take up hockey and support the proposed arena project that could bring a minor league franchise to the area.

The Hurricanes' recent victory is reshaping hockey culture in North Carolina, drawing new players, fans and investment into the sport.

Mitch Giguère, a seasoned hockey strategist from Montreal, joins the Greensboro Gargoyles as their new head coach, aiming to reshape the team culture and deepen community ties

With the Carolina Hurricanes needing just one win to capture their first championship in 20 years, the league sees blockbuster trade chatter, coaching rumors, and a nostalgic color return.

The 2026 Calder Cup Finals open with Game 1 between the Chicago Wolves and Toronto Marlies, two teams that defied regular‑season expectations to reach the championship.

A look at the obstacles facing a potential Dylan Larkin trade, from the Wild’s depleted prospect pool to the Red Wings’ crowded positions.

Erling Haaland was spotted cheering on the Carolina Hurricanes alongside his Norwegian teammates, marking a unique crossover between football and hockey as Norway gear up for their first World Cup since 1998.

An 18‑year‑old center developed in the Dallas Stars Elite AAA Program is navigating a draft without a first‑round pick, hoping to bring his hockey journey full circle.

A WWE wrestler’s supernatural branding has coincided with a string of wins for Kentucky basketball and the New York Knicks, sparking a wave of recruiting successes and fan fascination.

The Carolina Hurricanes trail the Vegas Golden Knights 2‑1 in the Stanley Cup Final after a stunning Game 3 defeat, forcing a pivotal Game 4 showdown

The 2026 IIHF World Hockey Championships will crown champions in a historic final, while key player transfers and playoff clashes add intrigue to the hockey calendar.

Seth Jarvis' power‑play goal in overtime lifted the Hurricanes to a 4‑3 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 2, evening the series at 1‑1

A local startup is turning smartphone scans into personalized sports equipment, accelerating recovery and performance for athletes across leagues.

With Cale Makar's contract negotiations, Jack Drury's arbitration case and a bounty of draft picks, the Colorado Avalanche face pivotal choices that could redefine their roster for the 2026‑27 season.