
Connor Doherty Returns to Maine Mariners for 2026‑27 Season
The 33‑year‑old defenseman, a former captain and Kelly Cup champion, has signed a new deal to rejoin the Mariners, aiming to help the team contend in the upcoming season.
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The 33‑year‑old defenseman, a former captain and Kelly Cup champion, has signed a new deal to rejoin the Mariners, aiming to help the team contend in the upcoming season.

The Bloomington Bison have announced the addition of forward Glebs Prohorenkovs, a Latvian player with extensive collegiate and professional experience, to their roster for the upcoming 2026‑27 season.

Forward Tyler Weiss rejoins the South Carolina Stingrays, bringing championship pedigree and proven scoring ability to the 2026‑27 campaign.

The Philadelphia Flyers announced new four‑year deals for Trevor Zegras and Jamie Drysdale, while Nic Deslauriers brought the Stanley Cup to North Wildwood. Off‑season chatter links Connor McDavid to Philadelphia, and Connor Bedard secures a five‑year extension with Chicago. Meanwhile, analysts dissect the Penguins’ rebuild and the Bruins’ prospect depth.

The German men's national team, led by coach André Henning, combines championship experience with emerging talent ahead of the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup.

From Marco Sturm’s German honor to Georgii Merkulov’s new Avalanche deal, the latest player moves and team outlooks set the stage for the upcoming campaign.

With the 2026‑27 NHL season just 70 days away, the Boston Bruins, Colorado Avalanche, Winnipeg Jets and Pittsburgh Penguins are making major moves that shape the upcoming campaign.

Veteran forward Brandon Kruse has signed a contract to remain with the Toledo Walleye through the 2026‑27 season, bringing his accumulated experience and physical play back to the lineup.

Nate DiCasmirro’s appointment as the 22nd head coach of the Wheeling Nailers brings a proven track record of championship success and international experience to the franchise.

The Hurricanes will debut a new regional sports network in 2026, enlisting familiar announcers and NHL production support while leveraging multiple revenue streams to offset costs.

NMU's hockey program celebrates its 50th anniversary with a series of free public events, including a kickoff at Blackrocks Brewery, an open house, a welcome‑back reception and a charity golf outing.

Kylie Kelce, head coach at Lower Merion High School, will guest coach at the Longstreth Field Hockey Skills Clinic on July 26, offering drills, goalie training and giveaways for young players.

The Wild will produce and distribute its own local television broadcasts alongside the NHL, offering games on multiple platforms and featuring familiar on‑air talent.

After five seasons with the Boston Bruins, 25‑year‑old forward Georgii Merkulov signed a one‑year contract with the Colorado Avalanche, bringing his offensive skill and defensive reliability to both the NHL club and its AHL affiliate, the Colorado Eagles.

The Avalanche are weighing a conservative lineup that blends veteran stability with emerging talent as they navigate the offseason.

In her second season at Calvert High, Coach Crystal Bradford is shaping a youthful roster through conditioning, skill development and a mindset focused on growth rather than wins.

The Columbus Blue Jackets and the NHL have teamed up with NHL Productions to overhaul game telecasts beginning in the 2026‑27 season, promising richer visuals and deeper fan interaction.

The 2026 WMH World Cup will showcase the USA Men's O-35 team's diverse talent, highlighted by Robbert Schenk's family‑rooted resilience and Darian Isla's Cuban‑born rise, supported by sponsor MarketWise and guided by USA Field Hockey.

The Avalanche have added forward Georgii Merkulov on a modest contract, a move that could influence both the NHL roster and the team’s AHL affiliate.

The University of Denver will hoist its 2026 NCAA championship banner on Oct. 16 before the home opener against Michigan, celebrating the program’s 11th national title and kicking off a year‑long defense campaign

The Hurricanes introduce a dedicated regional sports network, offering fans multi‑platform access to games while delivering record‑breaking viewership and veteran broadcast talent.

The Minnesota Wild's new team-owned television and digital platform promises comprehensive coverage of every game not carried nationally, backed by a partnership with NHL Productions and a suite of distribution and production innovations.

Ranked fifteenth globally, Japan will test its mettle against Australia and the Netherlands in a bid to advance beyond previous World Cup outings.

The sport marks half a century since the first match on synthetic grass, a milestone that reshaped rules, tactics and equipment while driving sustainability efforts.