UND’s Draft Surge Sets New Record for NHL Selections
The Fighting Hawks celebrated a historic NHL Draft, with eight of their committed players selected across multiple rounds, a feat not seen since 1984.
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The Fighting Hawks celebrated a historic NHL Draft, with eight of their committed players selected across multiple rounds, a feat not seen since 1984.

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 Montreal Canadiens have finalized a draft‑day deal with the Vegas Golden Knights, acquiring the 26th overall selection and using it to select Russian forward Gleb Pugachyov. The move adds a physically imposing, skilled winger to a roster already rich in offensive talent.

Keith Tkachuk's election to the Hall of Fame coincides with his son Brady's trade to the Florida Panthers, joining his brother Matthew, while the class also honors Carey Price, Patrice Bergeron, Pekka Rinne, Cindy Curley and Brian Burke.

Dylan Larkin’s trade request has opened the door for a host of contenders, reshaping the Wild’s strategy and raising questions about the future of their roster.

The NHL trade market is heating up as Detroit’s captain Dylan Larkin has formally requested a move, prompting speculation across several franchises.

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.

Cliff Fletcher, a towering figure in professional hockey for nearly seven decades, died at the age of 90. His career spanned roles as a scout, executive, and architect of championship teams.

The death of 21‑year‑old Ian Hutchison, a University of Maryland club ice hockey goalie, has left teammates, friends and fans mourning a kind‑hearted athlete whose love for the game was matched by his passion for Disney, the Muppets and professional baseball and hockey teams.

Eduards Tralmaks’ early success at the World Championships, the Red Wings’ roster considerations, and the Everett Silvertips’ Memorial Cup setback dominate the latest hockey headlines.

Andrei Svechnikov scored the winning goal in overtime as the Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Montreal Canadiens 3‑2, taking a 2‑1 lead in the Eastern Conference Final.

In a thrilling Game 7, the Montreal Canadiens survived a late rally from the Buffalo Sabres to win 3‑2 in overtime, with Alex Newhook delivering the decisive strike. The win sends the Canadiens to face a rested Carolina Hurricanes squad in the Eastern Conference finals, while the Sabres’ surprising resurgence ends after a seven‑game streak of Game 7 defeats.

With the Buffalo Sabres facing a winner‑take‑all Game 7 against the Montreal Canadiens, coach decisions in net and the health of key players could tip the balance.

The Buffalo Sabres erased an early deficit to post an 8‑3 victory over the Montreal Canadiens in Game 6 of their Eastern Conference semifinal, forcing a decisive Game 7 that will decide which team advances to face the Carolina Hurricanes for the conference championship and a shot at the Stanley Cup.

Macklin Celebrini, the 19‑year‑old phenom, will captain Canada at the Swiss world championships, joining Sidney Crosby and a star‑studded roster aiming to reclaim the title.

Matthew Schaefer's surprise appearance on Good Morning America delighted Islanders supporters, while the NHL playoffs delivered a cascade of surprising developments.

Montreal’s streets are awash in a palpable excitement as the city’s beloved Canadiens chase a playoff berth, and that energy has spilled over into the city’s most vulnerable corners. At the Old Brewery Mission’s resource centre, fans clutch popcorn, eyes fixed on the television, as each game becomes a brief sanctuary from hardship.
From prep school championships to NHL drafts and international triumphs, the South Shore has produced a steady stream of talent that narrowly missed the top‑10 rankings yet shaped hockey history.