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The Windsor Spitfires have signed Sam Wathier, a dual Canadian-American defenceman, after he was drafted in the fifth round of the 2024 OHL Priority Selection. With international experience and a strong physical profile, Wathier is poised to bolster the team’s blue line.
With a July 29 arbitration date set, Braden Schneider's future with the New York Rangers hangs in the balance, prompting GM Chris Drury to voice optimism for a swift settlement.
The Leafs have added Darren Raddysh and Emil Andrae while keeping Oliver Ekman‑Larsson and Morgan Rielly, and they now face a crowded defensive landscape in the Atlantic Division.
The Fort Wayne Komets have added forward Nathan Dunkley and defenseman Victor Hadfield for their 75th season, bringing experience and versatility to the roster.
After a reflective period and a stint at the Vegas Golden Knights development camp, 19‑year‑old blueliner Vann Williamson has decided to return to the OHL rather than join Clarkson University, a move that could shape the Frontenacs' roster for the upcoming season.
The Edmonton Oilers are exploring a short‑term contract with free‑agent Anthony Mantha, a player whose offensive upside is tempered by defensive concerns and a history of playoff futility.
After years of shuttling between Chicago and Seattle, Eddie Olczyk is leaving the local Kraken broadcast booth to be closer to his wife, children and grandchildren, while still appearing on TNT’s national coverage.
The University of Maine's men's hockey team will play at Madison Square Garden for the first time on November 28, facing Cornell in a Frozen Apple series game that highlights a storied rivalry and recent successes for both programs.
Akira Schmid has filed for arbitration ahead of an August 1 hearing, a move that could secure a short‑term contract with the Florida Panthers while setting a precedent for backup goalies navigating the NHL's arbitration system.
The NCAA Division II‑III Men’s Krampade All‑American Scholar program highlights the academic achievements of Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference student‑athletes, spotlighting a blend of performance on the ice and scholarship in the classroom.
Michael Hutchinson confirmed his retirement on Tuesday, closing a 13‑year professional journey that included a standout playoff performance against the Dallas Stars and a trade that brought him to the Colorado Avalanche in exchange for forward Calle Rosen.
The OHL franchise is bolstering its import lineup with a 19‑year‑old Czech forward, while also confirming the presence of two other international prospects.
The Anaheim Ducks matched a $90 million offer sheet to retain star forward Leo Carlsson, a move that sets a new NHL financial benchmark but leaves the team with limited cap space and raises questions about future competitiveness.
An examination of how varying state and local tax rates, the jock tax and recent collective bargaining agreement limits influence the net income of NHL players, with implications for contract structuring and team strategy.
The Colorado Avalanche aim to start training camp with two healthy goaltenders, while the Philadelphia Flyers shift focus after missing Leo Carlsson. Arbitration dates loom for key players, and other NHL teams explore trades and roster moves.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have expanded their prospect pool to over twenty players, using a detailed evaluation system to rank the top prospects poised to shape the franchise's future.
The Winnipeg Jets have agreed to a three‑year, entry‑level contract with 18‑year‑old forward Viggo Björck, an eighth‑overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft who has excelled in the SHL and earned multiple international medals.
The Avalanche have added forward Fabian Lysell to a one-year contract, aiming to tap into his offensive talent and rebuild his development after a modest NHL stint.
Detroit Red Wings have secured the rights to 2023 draft pick Noah Dower Nilsson, who signed a three‑year entry‑level contract that will begin in the 2026‑27 season after a productive stint with Frolunda HC.
The American Hockey Coaches Association announced its 2025‑26 Division II‑III Women’s Krampade All‑American Scholar list, highlighting academic achievement and on‑ice contributions by WIAC players.
Jordan Steinmetz has signed an ECHL contract with the Idaho Steelheads for the 2026‑27 season, bringing 27‑year‑old experience, a Hustle Award, and a league title from Europe.
The Moose Jaw Warriors acquire goaltender Jordan Switzer from the Medicine Hat Tigers, trading away a 2027 fourth‑round pick, a 2029 second‑round pick and a conditional 2030 sixth‑round selection. General manager Willie Desjardins highlighted the move as a key step for the team's defensive future.
Los Angeles Kings are maintaining cap space and depth additions, positioning themselves for a potential franchise‑altering move in the NHL.
The Los Angeles Kings are deliberately preserving salary‑cap space, adding complementary veterans, and positioning themselves to make a historic move for a superstar.