
Flyers’ Leo Carlsson Deal Stymied by Ducks’ Matching Offer
The Philadelphia Flyers saw their attempt to acquire Leo Carlsson thwarted when the Anaheim Ducks matched the offer sheet, leaving the club to regroup and explore defensive upgrades.
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The Philadelphia Flyers saw their attempt to acquire Leo Carlsson thwarted when the Anaheim Ducks matched the offer sheet, leaving the club to regroup and explore defensive upgrades.

Joe Salandra, an 18‑year‑old forward who played for the Barrie Colts, has decided to enroll at Harvard a year ahead of schedule, forgoing a final Ontario Hockey League season after a broken fibula.

Recent events highlight overlooked details in championship celebrations, emerging trade chatter, and significant personnel changes across several clubs.

Aleksi Heimosalmi, the 23‑year‑old Finnish defenseman, has agreed to a two‑way contract that keeps him with the Carolina Hurricanes through the upcoming season.

Macklin Celebrini, the 20‑year‑old centre for the San Jose Sharks, discusses the cross‑sport lessons he draws from soccer, the influence of his parents, and his experience captaining Canada at the World Championships.

The Anaheim Ducks matched the Philadelphia Flyers' offer sheet for Leo Carlsson, keeping the 2023 draft’s top prospect in Anaheim at an $18 million cap hit. The Flyers, led by GM Daniel Briere, remain aggressive in roster building and retain significant draft capital and cap flexibility.

The Philadelphia Flyers' attempt to sign Leo Carlsson with a $90‑million offer sheet was met with an immediate match from the Anaheim Ducks, elevating Carlsson to the highest‑paid player in the NHL and reshaping the Flyers' offseason strategy.

Chicago Blackhawks forward Connor Bedard will miss roughly four months after left‑shoulder surgery, raising questions about the team’s depth, youthful roster dynamics, and the future of his pending contract extension.

The Minnesota Wild have secured forward Caedan Bankier, defenseman Carson Lambos and veteran blueliner David Špaček to one-year, two-way contracts, reinforcing the roster with youthful talent and international experience.

A right wing selected in the second round of the 2025 NHL draft, Ben Kevan delivered the game‑winning goal in the bronze‑medal game at the 2025 IIHF Under‑18 Men’s World Championship and is poised for a stronger sophomore season with Arizona State.

The Detroit forward has added the Dallas Stars to his list of potential destinations, while the Anaheim Ducks secured Leo Carlsson's commitment and Daniel Alfredsson moved into coaching. Shane Wright also looks to leave Seattle.

In a recent interview, Egor Chinakhov discussed his new contract, his role alongside Sidney Crosby, and why he chose to stay in the NHL rather than return to his hometown club in Omsk.

The International Hockey Federation’s new Hockey Scores Live offers live scores, statistics and competition data, starting with matches in Ghana, Norway, Malta and Gibraltar and aiming for worldwide accessibility.

A deep dive into Linus Karlsson’s performance for the Vancouver Canucks, his World Championship contributions and the recent two‑year extension that secures his place through 2027.

The Anaheim Ducks have matched Philadelphia's offer for Leo Carlsson, the Toronto Maple Leafs have overhauled their front office, and the Detroit Red Wings are testing the market for Dylan Larkin, while Colorado's Jared Bednar continues to fine‑tune ice time for his stars.

Brown University announced the addition of Mia Borley as an assistant coach, highlighting her defensive pedigree and Ivy League playing background.

Maryville University has unveiled a 16‑player freshman roster that will mark its inaugural season in Division I hockey. The group features standout offensive talents, reliable goaltenders, and versatile defensemen, each with impressive junior‑level statistics and distinct pathways to the university.

The Anaheim Ducks have matched the Philadelphia Flyers' offer sheet for Leo Carlsson, while the Toronto Maple Leafs revamp their management and the Detroit Red Wings explore trades for Dylan Larkin. Meanwhile, the Colorado Avalanche fine‑tune their roster under Jared Bednar, and Pierre‑Edouard Bellemare stays in North America after retirement.
Analysts outline a tentative Canadian lineup for the 2028 World Cup of Hockey, weighing the impact of injuries, emerging talents and the evolving tournament format.

Goalkeeper Emily Nicholls and forward Anna Cogdell, both freshmen from Rutgers, will compete in the 4 Nations Tournament from July 8 to 15, facing teams from Belgium, India, England and the United States.

The Detroit Red Wings have traded prospect Sebastian Cossa, acquired forward JP Hurlbert, and signed veteran Daniil Tarasov while promoting Michal Postova to a key backup role behind John Gibson.

Limited edition jerseys worn by Team USA at the 2026 IIHF Men's World Championship will be auctioned starting Friday, July 10, with proceeds benefiting the USA Hockey Arena Campaign.

Drafted in the seventh round of the 2023 NHL entry draft, Emmitt Finnie has quickly become a key contributor for Detroit, posting 13 goals and 30 points as a rookie while drawing attention for his versatility and physical play.

Jamie Oleksiak’s new contract, Luke Schenn’s return, and Brendan Gallagher’s leadership signal a strategic shift for the Vancouver Canucks as they aim to translate cap space into contention.