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Lindenwood University’s women’s hockey program has unveiled its 2026‑27 roster, featuring 12 newcomers from Norway, Italy, Hungary, the United States and Sweden, alongside 14 returners who set a program win record and secured the team’s first playoff victory since 2017.
The Avalanche have traded away key forwards, freed nearly $11 million in cap space, and are poised to address defensive needs and forward depth as the NHL Draft and free agency approach.
Two Wisconsin hockey stars receive the 2026 Big Ten Medal of Honor, making program history with athletic and academic excellence.
The University of North Dakota is gearing up for a draft that could see multiple first‑round selections, with coach optimism, twin prospects and a busy draft legacy all converging in Buffalo.
Joel Ward, a veteran of 11 NHL seasons and longtime assistant with the Vegas Golden Knights, has been promoted to head coach of the AHL’s Henderson Silver Knights, joining an exclusive group of Black coaches in the league’s nine‑decade history.
The 2026 ESPY Awards highlight U.S. hockey excellence with multiple nominations across athlete, play and performance categories, inviting fans to help decide the winners.
Rob Rassey, who previously served as an assistant at Harvard, is back as head coach, succeeding Ted Donato, and aims to guide the Crimson to renewed success while navigating the modern era of college hockey.
The deal ends a long tenure in Colorado and brings a proven scorer to Ohio, reshaping both teams' rosters for the next season.
Ethan Belchetz, a highly touted power forward from the Windsor Spitfires, has chosen Michigan State University over other elite programs, a decision that could reshape his NHL draft trajectory and signal a broader trend among Canadian prospects.
From a Toronto childhood to Stanley Cup glory and now a bench leadership role, Adam Foote’s impact on the sport remains profound.
The Columbus Blue Jackets have added forward Luke Tuch to their roster, trading the 23‑year‑old Hunter McKown to the Montreal Canadiens. The move brings a physically imposing, collegiate‑trained player into the fold as the Jackets look to bolster their forward depth.
The Detroit Red Wings traded forward Amadeus Lombardi to the New Jersey Devils in exchange for a fourth‑round selection in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, concluding a stint that saw the Ontario native rank among Grand Rapids’ offensive leaders.
Carter Mazur’s 2023‑24 season combined a prolific offensive stretch with a resilient comeback, culminating in a memorable NHL debut and several historic milestones.
The NHL Player Inclusion Coalition’s latest funding injection empowers a Buffalo youth hockey initiative, linking community investment with a broader mission to diversify the sport.
The Jets have released the full schedule for their 2026 development camp, featuring off‑ice testing, public practices and a roster reveal after the NHL Draft.
The New Jersey Devils acquire Amadeus Lombardi from Detroit in exchange for a 2026 fourth‑round pick, adding a proven AHL scorer to their roster.
Boston College assistant coach Brent Darnell has been appointed video coach for the U.S. team at the 2027 IIHF World Junior Championship, bringing his developmental background and prior gold‑medal experience to the event scheduled for December 2026.
Veteran forward Hilary Knight has signed a two‑year extension with the newly formed PWHL Detroit, bringing elite experience and a championship pedigree to a team poised to shape the future of women's professional hockey.
The New York Islanders will bring five picks to the 2026 NHL Draft in Buffalo, highlighted by a 13th‑overall first‑round slot and a recent history of high‑impact selections.
The Colorado Avalanche have sent 31‑year‑old forward Valeri Nichushkin to the Columbus Blue Jackets, receiving a 2026 second‑round pick, a 2027 third‑round pick and a 2028 fifth‑round pick in return.
Chris MacFarland’s early moves as President of Hockey Operations include trades with the Colorado Avalanche, contract considerations for key players, and a focus on building a defensive core ahead of the upcoming free‑agency period.
The Avalanche announced the trade of forward Val Nichushkin to the Columbus Blue Jackets, receiving a second‑round pick, a 2027 third‑rounder and a 2028 fifth‑rounder in return, as GM Joe Sakic reshapes the roster for long‑term competitiveness.
The 2026 Junior Nexus Championship will take place in Virginia Beach from July 9 to 19, featuring U‑14 through U‑21 girls’ teams. USA Field Hockey has unveiled rosters and a schedule, while Osaka Hockey and RallyUp will manage event presentation and raffle ticket communications.
Owner and managing partner Lloyd Ney of the Sioux City Musketeers was honored with the Gasparini Award for his transformative leadership, financial stewardship, and innovative initiatives that have modernized the United States Hockey League.