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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 Tampa Bay Lightning have secured a two‑year extension of their ECHL affiliation with the Orlando Solar Bears, reinforcing a pathway for prospects and fostering grassroots growth in the Sunshine State.
The Maple Leafs secure Darren Raddysh on an eight‑year, $8 million‑plus per year contract after his 70‑point breakout season.
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.
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.
Detroit’s star center Dylan Larkin has formally asked for a trade, and his representation is scouting potential suitors, including Dallas and Tampa Bay. Meanwhile, the St. Louis Blues are holding out for a steep package from Philadelphia for Robert Thomas, and Ottawa’s interest in Jake DeBrusk is hampered by a no‑movement clause.
The Minnesota Wild are pursuing Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin, but a recent blockbuster deal has narrowed their trade capital, making a deal contingent on Detroit honoring the player’s limited list of suitors.
The Detroit Red Wings star has asked for a trade, and San Jose’s young core could be the perfect fit — if the price is right.
Penn State has secured the commitment of Kaden Pitre, a defensive‑oriented center who brings OHL experience and NHL draft pedigree to the program.
Caleb Heil, an incoming freshman goaltender, was named the 2025-26 Dave Peterson Goaltender of the Year by USA Hockey, recognizing his dominant USHL statistics, international contributions, and NHL draft achievement.
Three Minnesota natives are set to be celebrated at USA Hockey’s annual gathering in Colorado for their outstanding contributions to the sport.
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.
The United States Hockey League will host its 2026 High Performance Camp at the University of Connecticut in Storrs, offering advanced testing, cognitive assessments, and direct access to league leadership for top young prospects.
The Tampa Bay Lightning and Wounded Warrior Project hosted a sled hockey clinic at AdventHealth Center Ice in Wesley Chapel, offering veterans like Tony Thomasson a chance to compete and rebuild camaraderie.
In a Game 7 that swung back and forth, the Montreal Canadiens secured a 3‑2 overtime victory over the Buffalo Sabres, propelled by Alex Newhook’s second career Game 7 winner. The win sends the Canadiens into the Eastern Conference finals against a well‑rested Carolina Hurricanes squad.
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.
The Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) has named Manon Rhéaume as the general manager of its newest franchise in Detroit, a move that blends a pioneering playing career with deep front‑office expertise.
Former NHL pioneer Manon Rheaume will lead Detroit’s new Professional Women’s Hockey League franchise, bringing a historic playing résumé and deep local hockey ties to the role.
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.
At the upcoming tournament in Switzerland, young star Macklin Celebrini will wear the Canadian captain’s armband, bringing a record‑breaking 115‑point season to the ice alongside veterans like Sidney Crosby and a U.S. team eyeing a historic comeback.