Minnesota State Standouts Shine at NHL Development Camps
Three Minnesota State Mavericks are among the prospects invited to NHL Developmental Camps, bringing strong collegiate performances and draft pedigree to the national stage.
Jun 30, 2026
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U.S. Hockey Calls Up USHL Talent and NCAA Alumni for 2026 Summer Showcase
USA Hockey will bring together 18 USHL prospects and 15 NCAA alumni for a week of practices and international games, setting the stage for the 2027 tournament.
Jun 30, 2026
Sabres tap Lucic, promote Roest and Kennedy in sweeping operations overhaul
The Buffalo Sabres have added former NHL enforcer Milan Lucic to their pro scouting staff while promoting Stacy Roest and Tim Kennedy to key leadership roles, bolstering the team’s player personnel and development departments.
Jun 30, 2026
Front‑office flurry ahead of qualifying‑offer deadline
The Colorado Avalanche announced a new contract for forward Taylor Makar, while Cale Makar becomes eligible for an extension. Montreal traded a long‑time fan favorite, and multiple teams tendered qualifying offers, setting the stage for summer free‑agency moves.
Jun 30, 2026
Canadiens’ prospects gear up for summer evaluation
Two Montreal Canadiens draft picks, LJ Mooney and Timofei Runtso, have been selected for the World Junior Summer Showcase, a pivotal event that will shape Canada's roster for next year's tournament in Alberta.
Jun 30, 2026
Two North Dakota Forwards Earn Spots on 2026 Team USA World Junior Summer Showcase
The 2026 Team USA World Junior Summer Showcase will feature forwards Cooper Simpson and Carter Sanderson, both alumni of the University of North Dakota, as they prepare to compete in Windsor from July 26 to August 1.
Jun 30, 2026
Andrew Poturalski’s International Journey: From Coachella Valley Firebirds to Russia’s KHL
Andrew Poturalski, a former star of the Coachella Valley Firebirds, now plays for Avangard Omsk in the KHL while keeping the door open for a possible return to his California roots.
Jun 30, 2026
Patrick Grasso Re‑signs with Adirondack Thunder for 2026‑27 Season
The ECHL’s Adirondack Thunder have secured forward Patrick Grasso through the 2026‑27 season, a move that preserves a franchise‑record goal total and adds depth after a strong 33‑point showing last year.
Jun 30, 2026
U.S. Roster for 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase Boasts Nine First‑Round Picks
The upcoming showcase will feature top prospects like Chase Reid and Wyatt Cullen, a record number of NHL draftees, and a coaching staff that has guided the U.S. to recent gold medals.
Jun 30, 2026
Timmy Runtso Earns Spot at USA Hockey’s National Junior Evaluation Camp
USA Hockey has invited freshman defenseman Timmy Runtso to the National Junior Evaluation Camp and World Junior Summer Showcase, a critical evaluation event for the 2027 IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship.
Jun 30, 2026
NHL Trade Rumors and Prospect Highlights Heat Up Ahead of Season
Prospects impress in development camp, GM Kyle Dubas makes a pivotal trade, and rumors swirl around Zach Werenski, Jason Robertson and several free‑agent stars.
Jun 30, 2026
Brandon Hawkins Commits to Sixth Season with Toledo Walleye, Cementing ECHL Legacy
After a historic 2025‑26 season that saw him top the ECHL in power‑play production and earn his fourth straight All‑ECHL First Team nod, Brandon Hawkins has agreed to terms for the 2026‑27 campaign, extending his storied tenure with the Toledo Walleye.
Jun 30, 2026
Sabres add six new staff members ahead of pivotal season
The Buffalo Sabres announced a six‑person overhaul of coaching and scouting personnel, enlisting Milan Lucic, Tim Kennedy and others as the franchise looks to rebuild under GM Jarmo Kekalainen.
Jun 30, 2026
Utah Mammoth Lock Down Sebastian Cossa with $2 Million Deal
The Utah Mammoth have announced a two‑year agreement with goaltender Sebastian Cossa, averaging $2 million per season, bringing a decorated résumé that includes a gold medal with Team Canada and a strong AHL record.
Jun 30, 2026
Herb Brooks Hockey Center Renovation Nears Completion
A $12.8 million upgrade to the Herb Brooks National Hockey Center is on schedule, reshaping the facility’s infrastructure while the Huskies adapt to temporary venues and a new coaching staff.
Jun 30, 2026
Avalanche Eye Veteran Additions to Bolster Aging Roster
Colorado Avalanche's core is aging, prompting interest in veteran forwards like Anders Lee and Patrick Kane for depth.
Jun 30, 2026
CHL Announces 2026 Import Draft Order and New Eligibility Rules
The 2026 CHL Import Draft will be held on June 30, featuring a revised tiered eligibility system that reshapes how 16‑ and 20‑year‑old prospects are selected.
Jun 30, 2026
Nick Bootland Takes the Helm of the Cleveland Monsters
Nick Bootland, a 47‑year‑old veteran of minor league hockey, has been appointed head coach of the Cleveland Monsters, bringing a decade‑plus track record of playoff success and a deep‑rooted connection to the AHL.
Jun 30, 2026
Women’s Hockey’s Offseason Gap: A Call for Development Camps
The Professional Women's Hockey League confronts a prolonged offseason that leaves its stars without the development camps and evaluation pathways that have long defined men's professional hockey.
Jun 30, 2026
Tommy Bleyl chooses Michigan State over QMJHL, bolsters Spartans’ defense
Tommy Bleyl, a highly touted defenseman drafted by the Nashville Predators, has decided to join Michigan State University this fall, bringing elite skating and a deep‑rooted hockey pedigree to a Spartans roster already packed with first‑round talent.
Jun 30, 2026
Anthony Piccininno Earns Academic All-MAC Honors
Alvernia University’s rookie forward Anthony Piccininno is recognized for his dual achievements on the ice and in the classroom, earning Academic All-MAC first‑team honors.
Jun 30, 2026
Anthony Thomas-Maroon Joins Lightning Development Camp, Following Father’s Footsteps
Seventeen-year-old Anthony Thomas-Maroon, son of Stanley Cup champion Pat Maroon, receives an invitation to the Tampa Bay Lightning development camp, where he will train under his father's guidance and aim to translate his USHL experience into a professional future.
Jun 30, 2026
Blackhawks’ Busy Offseason: Qualifying Offers, Draft Picks, and Roster Moves
The Chicago Blackhawks have extended qualifying offers to Connor Bedard and other restricted free agents, made key draft selections, traded Andre Burakovsky, and announced plans for Bowen Byram's development, while veteran Jonathan Toews retired and the PWHL revealed its first outside investors.
Jun 30, 2026
Former UND Hockey Stars Head into NHL Free Agency
Three University of North Dakota alumni are poised to enter the NHL free‑agency market, bringing Stanley Cup experience, extensive game logs and collegiate pedigree to the open market.
Jun 30, 2026