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The Kalamazoo Wings have announced ticket sales for a historic outdoor hockey game scheduled for January 31, 2027 at Waldo Stadium, marking a milestone for Southwest Michigan hockey.
Rob Simpson, a five‑decade NHL chronicler, outlines the statistical and competitive hurdles that keep the Seattle Kraken out of the 2026‑27 playoffs, while noting the broader dynamics of the Pacific Division.
The Western Hockey League is piloting a ‘No Return’ rule in its 2026 preseason to discourage teams from deliberately retreating in overtime, with all clubs set to test the mechanism and general managers slated to vote on its regular‑season adoption.
A look at the major roster changes and internal developments for Ottawa and Montreal as they prepare for the upcoming NHL campaign.
Cale Makar is trying out Bauer’s latest hockey gear alongside PWHL standout Hilary Knight, even as he eyes a contract extension. The move comes amid a reshuffling of front‑office talent, with Jack Johnson joining Ohio State’s women’s program and Andrew Agozzino beginning a new chapter with the Tucson Roadrunners.
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.
The Vancouver Canucks have named Ryan Papaioannou as the new head coach of their AHL affiliate, the Abbotsford Canucks, tasked with turning around a team that missed the playoffs last season.
From July 31 to August 2, the inaugural India Hockey 360 Festival will convene international coaches, players and community leaders in Chandigarh, aiming to build lasting hockey pathways through coaching education, player development and grassroots programming.
The inaugural India Hockey 360 Festival, scheduled for July 31 to August 2 in Chandigarh, aims to deepen international collaboration and grow the sport through expert-led sessions and community programming
Several Buffalo Sabres alumni have secured new contracts for the upcoming season, ranging from NHL returns to overseas commitments in the KHL.
The American Hockey League serves as the premier developmental league for prospects needing extra time before NHL integration, offering a competitive environment that accelerates growth for top young players.
The newly revived Copper City Chiefs have selected Rome native Jaxon Rutkowski with their inaugural first‑round pick, promising to blend veteran savvy with the city's storied hockey tradition.
Several University of North Dakota players traveled to NHL camps this summer, delivering performances that ranged from a surprise home run to discussions about the rigors of college hockey, highlighting the program’s growing pipeline to the professional ranks.
David Kampf has inked a three‑year contract with HC Litvinov in the Czech Extraliga, concluding a transatlantic career that spanned four NHL franchises and a stint in the Washington Capitals organization.
Christian Wolanin, a former University of North Dakota standout, has signed a one‑year contract with the Colorado Avalanche, bringing his NHL experience and college championship pedigree to the franchise.
From a steak dinner at Elisa to a lively match at Rogers Arena, the evening illuminated how sports, food and trade intertwine in today’s Canada‑U.S. relationship.
Three Minnesota State Mavericks are among the prospects invited to NHL Developmental Camps, bringing strong collegiate performances and draft pedigree to the national stage.
Three University of North Dakota alumni are poised to enter the NHL free‑agency market, bringing Stanley Cup experience, extensive game logs and collegiate pedigree to the open market.
The 2026 NHL Draft saw the University of North Dakota's men's hockey program produce six draftees, featuring the first top‑10 defensive pair in school history and the highest‑drafted twins since the Sedins.
The University of North Dakota announced that six of its hockey players were selected in the 2026 NHL Draft, marking a milestone with four first‑round selections and historic achievements for twin brothers.
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.
Eight University of North Dakota hockey players were chosen at the 2026 NHL Draft, establishing a new high for selections in a single draft and the most picks in the first three rounds since 2005.
Boston University’s pipeline of talent produced several high‑profile picks on the second day of the 2026 NHL Draft, extending a legacy of development that dates back decades.