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Macklin Celebrini Crowned IIHF Male Player of the Year as Sharks and Ducks Make Key Moves

Macklin Celebrini captured the 2025‑26 IIHF Male Player of the Year award after a standout season with the NHL, Olympics and World Championships. The San Jose Sharks signed Libor Hajek and outlined a mentorship plan with Joe Pavelski, Joe Thornton and Patrick Marleau, while the Anaheim Ducks matched a $90 million offer for Leo Carlsson, who wants to stay in Anaheim. Nico Hischier’s rescue in Canada and Alexander Ovechkin’s beer meet‑up round out the latest hockey news.

Jul 10, 2026

IceCats Name Chris Bernard as Head Coach Ahead of SPHL Debut

At a press conference in Florence, South Carolina, the Pee Dee IceCats introduced Chris Bernard as their new head coach and revealed a three‑year broadcast deal with Community Broadcasters, aiming to leverage strong community backing and a recent surge in attendance.

Jul 10, 2026

Ducks Lock Down Leo Carlsson with Record‑Breaking Deal

The Anaheim Ducks have matched the Philadelphia Flyers’ offer sheet for Leo Carlsson, securing a $90 million, five‑year agreement that makes him the league’s highest‑paid player and presents a new challenge for building a championship team.

Jul 10, 2026

Steve Oleksy, former NHL star, runs for Edgewater mayor

Former NHL player Steve Oleksy launches a mayoral campaign in Edgewater, Florida, promising to listen to residents and preserve the town’s charm while challenging incumbent Diezel DePew and businessman Wayne McCloskey.

Jul 10, 2026

Phoenix Eyes NHL Return as Former Coyotes Star Joins Advisory Push

Maricopa County Supervisor Tom Galvin is spearheading a campaign to bring an NHL team back to Phoenix, enlisting former Coyote captain Shane Doan and his wife Andrea Doan to lead an advisory effort, while the league eyes stable ownership and a new arena.

Jul 10, 2026