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Team USA lost 5‑2 to Sweden at the 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase, with Linus Funck and Torkel Jennersjo leading the charge. The defeat sets up a much‑anticipated clash against Canada, while streaming details and player performances are highlighted.
The International Ice Hockey Federation announced a sweeping exclusion of Russia from its flagship events for the 2026‑27 season, while allowing Belarus limited entry and highlighting the upcoming tournaments in Canada and Germany.
Zach Pochiro, the newly appointed head coach of the Stockton Thunder, promises to bring back an aggressive and physical style of hockey. The team, part of the Federal Prospect League, has also hired Gary Graham as vice president of business operations and team general manager, and Steve McCall as vice president of communications and media relations. The Thunder will begin their season on the road against Oceanside on Oct. 11 and play their first home game on Oct. 17.
Shaunessy Saucier, a seasoned field hockey coach with deep roots in Maine, has been hired to guide Husson University’s program, aiming to build on recent successes and expand local talent.
Sean Walsh is back in New England, taking an assistant coaching role with UConn men's ice hockey after a year at Alaska‑Fairbanks. He replaces Nick Peruzzi, who moved to Wisconsin, and brings a deep coaching résumé that includes stints at Maine, the University of New England, Bowdoin College, and the USHL. Walsh’s father, Shawn Walsh, once led the Maine Black Bears to an NCAA championship, adding a layer of heritage to his new position as the Huskies aim to build on a 20‑13‑5 season that reached the NCAA Tournament.
Former Buffalo Sabres head coach Don Granato has been appointed assistant coach for the Columbus Blue Jackets, adding his extensive playing and coaching background to the team's roster.
Colorado Extreme Academy (CXA) is set to open an indoor turf field in Carbondale this fall, providing year‑round training for a broader range of sports and community programs.
Saratoga Race Course will host the 2026 U.S. Women’s Hockey Olympic Gold Medalists and USA Hockey GM Katie Million on Whitney Day, featuring a fan meet‑and‑greet, a named race honoring the team, and $15 advance admission.
Current and former Notre Dame hockey players volunteer at the 574 Hockey Camp, partnering with local youth associations to teach, mentor, and share their love of the game with South Bend’s next generation of skaters.
On August 8, Saratoga Race Course will host a special Whitney Day celebration that blends prestigious horse races with a tribute to the 2026 U.S. Women’s Hockey Olympic Gold Medalists, featuring a fan meet‑and‑greet, a named race and a pink‑themed fashion contest.
Members of the United States women's hockey team, fresh from an Olympic gold‑medal victory, are scheduled to visit Saratoga Race Course for Whitney Day on July 30, 2026. The event will blend the excitement of elite hockey with the storied atmosphere of the racetrack, highlighting the growing reach of women's sports across diverse venues.
Dominik Ripa, a 2008‑born center from Olomouc, signs a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement, joining the Thunderbirds alongside Finnish defenseman Reko Alanko.
The U.S. women's hockey team’s Olympic champions will headline a Whitney Day event at Saratoga Race Course, offering fans a chance to meet the athletes and celebrate their historic achievements.
Two days after signing former NHL defenseman Cal Foote, Färjestad BK reversed course and terminated his contract, a move driven by public outcry and evolving views on his past legal issues.
Team USA lost 5‑2 to Sweden at the 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase, with LJ Mooney and Nick Bogas scoring but Sweden’s Linus Funck and Torkel Jennersjo securing the win.
The International Ice Hockey Federation has prolonged Russia's ban through the 2027 men's World Championship in Germany, while Belarus faces a similar exclusion, and the IOC has lifted restrictions on Russian athletes, leaving participation decisions to sport federations.
From a modest four‑team idea to a ten‑team event, the Summer Bash Hockey Tournament in North Adams raises vital funds for Liam Lescarbeau, a 12‑year‑old diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, while showcasing the power of community solidarity.
From a dominant 7‑0 debut for Daniil But to Logan Cooley’s four‑goal night and Dylan Guenther’s hat trick, the Mammoth’s early schedule promises fireworks.
The University of Connecticut men's ice hockey team has added a new assistant coach with deep New England roots, extensive playing and coaching experience, and a strong network that is expected to enhance recruiting and elevate the program's profile.
The newly appointed assistant coach, a Penn State veteran, adds Olympic pedigree and a track record of developing elite defensemen to Canada's emerging squad.
The Wild must balance competing priorities, a tightening salary cap, and aggressive overtures from rival clubs as they negotiate a new contract for restricted free‑agent goaltender Jesper Wallstedt.
The upcoming film, directed by Josh Boone and slated for a July 16, 2027 theatrical debut, marks the first screen adaptation of Painter’s novel, joining a slate of literary adaptations championed by Sony.
Jackson Blake, a native of Eden Prairie and winger for the Carolina Hurricanes, celebrated his team's Stanley Cup victory by bringing the trophy back to the community that shaped him. The homecoming drew a crowd of fans, local leaders, and friends, highlighting the deep connections between sport, community, and personal achievement.
Jordan Bax, a native of Parkhill, Ontario, has agreed to a two‑year American Hockey League contract with the San Jose Barracuda, the affiliate of the San Jose Sharks.