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NCAA adopts trapezoid rule for college hockey

The NCAA will implement a trapezoid rule limiting goalie puck handling in the 2026‑27 season, alongside equipment and stick‑infraction updates that affect both men's and women's play.

May 26, 2026

Auston Matthews’ Free‑Agency Outlook Shapes Wild’s Ambitions

Speculation about Auston Matthews' next contract has turned into a strategic chess game, with the Minnesota Wild emerging as the leading suitor. Meanwhile, the Colorado Avalanche face an early series deficit and the Montreal Canadiens eye a deep playoff run.

May 26, 2026

Canadiens Face Uphill Battle in Eastern Conference Finals

The Montreal Canadiens trail the Carolina Hurricanes 2-1 in the Eastern Conference finals, prompting coach Martin St. Louis to rethink a system that has produced some of the lowest shot totals in playoff overtime history.

May 26, 2026

Hurricanes Edge Canadiens in Overtime to Take Series Lead

Carolina’s relentless pressure forced a costly turnover, allowing Svechnikov to clinch a 3‑2 win over Montreal in Game 3. The Hurricanes now lead 2‑1, while Canadiens coach Martin St. Louis lamented his team’s handling of the decisive play.

May 26, 2026

College Hockey Budgets Reveal Wide Spending Gaps Ahead of FY25

The latest fiscal year 25 budgets for men’s college hockey have been released, offering a rare glimpse into how universities allocate resources to the sport. The figures were compiled from open‑records requests that targeted the FY25 MFRS reports submitted by each program.

May 26, 2026