Stu Bickel Takes the Helm of Iowa Wild
The Iowa Wild announced the hiring of Stu Bickel as head coach, highlighting his extensive playing and coaching background and his deep ties to Minnesota and Iowa.
Jun 29, 2026
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Predators Acquire Hoglander in Draft-Day Deal
Nashville adds depth and experience to its forward lines by securing Nils Hoglander from Vancouver, while the Canucks receive a future draft asset.
Jun 29, 2026
Taylor Makar Extends Contract with Colorado Avalanche Through 2028
The Colorado Avalanche announced a two‑year contract extension for forward Taylor Makar, securing him through the 2027‑28 season and highlighting his rapid rise from collegiate standout to AHL playoff contributor.
Jun 29, 2026
Sabres Lock Down Beck Malenstyn with Six-Year, $17.5 Million Deal
The Buffalo Sabres have secured forward Beck Malenstyn through a six‑year, $17.5 million agreement, reinforcing his role as the team’s enforcer and board‑room presence.
Jun 29, 2026
Hurricanes kick off 2026 development camp with promising prospects
From June 28 through July 1, the Carolina Hurricanes' development camp offers on‑ice work, off‑ice training and public access, highlighting five of the team's top 2026 draft picks.
Jun 29, 2026
NHL Front Office Shake‑ups and Camp Openers Set the Stage for a New Season
From Jack Drury’s Predators contract to Darnell Nurse’s trade list, the latest moves across the league hint at a volatile summer and a fresh competitive landscape.
Jun 29, 2026
NHL Offseason Moves: Penguins Camp, Trade Rumors, and Contract Talks
The Pittsburgh Penguins kicked off their development camp this week, while trade whispers swirl around Elias Pettersson, Darnell Nurse and Jason Robertson, and the league experiments with new ways to capture Sunday night viewers.
Jun 29, 2026
Red Wings at a Crossroads: The DeBrincat Decision Looms
With Dylan Larkin seeking a trade and Alex DeBrincat entering a contract year, Detroit faces a critical decision that could define its trajectory.
Jun 29, 2026
Boston Fleet Prepares for PWHL Season with New Draft Picks
The Boston Fleet are gearing up for the upcoming Premier Women’s Hockey League campaign, focusing on top prospects after key departures and a strategic draft haul.
Jun 29, 2026
Australian and New Zealand Inline Hockey Teams Trek 7,500 Miles to NARCh in Irvine
From Brisbane to the Gold Coast, from Australia to New Zealand, elite inline hockey players embark on a 7,500‑mile journey to California’s North American Roller Hockey Championships, confronting long flights, costly logistics and home‑grown constraints to test themselves against the world’s best.
Jun 29, 2026
Three Penn State Freshmen Join USA Hockey’s Girls U19 Training Camp
USA Hockey announces the invitation of three Penn State first‑year players to its Girls National Under‑19 Training Camp, highlighting their international experience and collegiate potential.
Jun 29, 2026
Bruins Development Camp Opens as Trade Rumors Swirl
The Boston Bruins kicked off their development camp today, welcoming a 2026 draft class while trade rumors involving Darnell Nurse, Zach Werenski and other key players dominate the conversation.
Jun 29, 2026
Canucks Accumulate 2027 Draft Picks as GM Ryan Johnson Maps Future Strategy
The Vancouver Canucks have secured multiple selections for the 2027 NHL Entry Draft, a move highlighted by GM Ryan Johnson as he discusses prospects like Caleb Malhotra, Adam Novotný and potential trades with league rivals.
Jun 29, 2026
NHL Offseason Buzz: Penguins Camp, Trade Rumors and Contract Talks
The Pittsburgh Penguins open their development camp this week as the league’s trade chatter heats up, with rumors swirling around Elias Pettersson, Darnell Nurse and contract negotiations for Jason Robertson
Jun 29, 2026
Minnesota Wild Draft Three Prospects in 2026 NHL Draft
The Wild added size and skill with the selections of Adam Andersson, Kayden Lemire, and Filip Ruzicka.
Jun 29, 2026
Michigan State Hockey’s Draft Surge Redefines Elite Talent Pipeline
Nine Spartans were drafted, including five in the first round, as ESPN hails the program and coach Adam Nightingale as the biggest winners of the draft weekend.
Jun 29, 2026
Wild’s 2026 Draft: A Small but Strategic Class
The Minnesota Wild selected just three players in the 2026 NHL Draft, the smallest class in franchise history. The picks — Adam Andersson, Kayden Lemire and Filip Ruzicka — address specific gaps as the team looks to stay competitive.
Jun 29, 2026
Rangers’ Offseason Moves: Trades, Roster Holes, and Goaltending Uncertainty
With the NHL draft behind them, the New York Rangers confront key decisions on player trades, contract extensions, and goaltending depth as they prepare for the upcoming free‑agency period.
Jun 29, 2026
RAZE Launches Inaugural Spring Field Hockey Clinic in Montclair
On June 7, RAZE, the field hockey advocacy group founded by Montclair High School coach Michelle Hagel, held its first official Spring Clinic at Watchung Field, offering young athletes a day of training, sportsmanship and community connection.
Jun 29, 2026
Dodge County’s Hockey Prodigies Head to National Development Camp
Two Dodge County hockey standouts earn spots at USA Hockey’s National Development Camp, highlighting a promising future for Minnesota’s youth program.
Jun 29, 2026
Wild Eye Re‑signing Quinn Hughes to Extend Cup Window
The Minnesota Wild are working to bring back defenseman Quinn Hughes on a three‑year deal, a move that aligns with the end of his brother’s contract and aims to maximize the club’s championship window amid a rising salary cap.
Jun 29, 2026
From Law Books to the Boardroom: Ryan Miller’s Unlikely Path in Hockey Management
Ryan Miller swapped courtroom arguments for contract negotiations, turning his legal training into a strategic asset for the St. Louis Blues
Jun 29, 2026
Wild’s Contract Talks and Free‑Agent Pursuits Take Shape
Quinn Hughes nears a contract extension with the Minnesota Wild as GM Bill Guerin opens talks, while the team eyes free agents like Patrik Laine and Rasmus Andersson and shows interest in Dylan Larkin.
Jun 29, 2026
Sandy Smith to be Inducted into New Hampshire Legends Hockey Hall of Fame
Sandy Smith, whose 28‑year career at the Concord Monitor defined sports storytelling in New Hampshire, will be honored this November with induction into the New Hampshire Legends Hockey Hall of Fame.
Jun 29, 2026