Avalanche Add Grit and Penalty‑Killing Depth with Zachary L’Heureux
Colorado secures Zachary L’Heureux, a disciplined winger with a history of suspensions, to bolster depth and penalty‑killing.
Jun 25, 2026
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NHL Eyes Texas Expansion with $3.5 Billion Investment
The league is studying a $3.5 billion expansion plan that could bring a new NHL team to Texas, with billionaire Dan Friedkin leading the effort and Commissioner Gary Bettman set to review the proposal.
Jun 25, 2026
Jenn Wishart appointed head coach of Calgary Dinos field hockey team
Calgary native Jenn Wishart, a former student‑athlete and longtime assistant, has been named head coach of the University of Calgary Dinos field hockey program and will debut on September 12.
Jun 25, 2026
Bobby McMann eyes growth and stability with Seattle Kraken after landmark contract
Bobby McMann discusses his game improvements, future with the Seattle Kraken and the significance of his new six‑year contract.
Jun 25, 2026
NHL Eyes Texas Expansion: Houston and Austin on the Radar
The National Hockey League is evaluating a potential expansion into Texas, targeting Houston or Austin for a new franchise. With billionaire Dan Friedkin leading a feasibility study and an estimated $3.5 billion investment on the table, the move reflects the region's large markets and growing populations.
Jun 25, 2026
Notre Dame Reveals 2026‑27 Non‑Conference Hockey Slate
The Fighting Irish will open the campaign with exhibitions against the U.S. National Team Development Program and Toronto before launching regular‑season play.
Jun 25, 2026
NHL Eyes Texas Expansion: Houston and Austin on the Radar
The National Hockey League is exploring a potential expansion into Texas, targeting Houston and Austin as prime markets for a new franchise that could reshape the league's geography and finances.
Jun 25, 2026
Nikita Klepov Eyes First‑Round NHL Draft After Michigan State Commitment
Highly rated forward Nikita Klepov, a projected first‑round pick, will spend a season at Michigan State, where he hopes to build on his OHL dominance and align with NHL‑ready development.
Jun 25, 2026
NHL’s June 23 Trade Blitz: Risks, Returns, and Roster Rumors
Four major trades, a high‑stakes acquisition, a veteran’s possible buyout, and the end of an ownership era defined a busy day in the NHL.
Jun 24, 2026
Contract Landscape Across the NHL
With the July 1 deadline looming, the Dallas Stars, Boston Bruins and Chicago Blackhawks are weighing the steps needed to keep their emerging stars under contract.
Jun 24, 2026
Francesco Pinelli Signs Two‑Way Deal with Los Angeles Kings
The Los Angeles Kings have officially signed forward Francesco Pinelli to a one‑year, two‑way contract worth $850,000 per season through the 2026‑27 campaign. The move adds depth to the roster and introduces a player with a strong AHL record, European championship experience, and international representation.
Jun 24, 2026
The $10 Million Ceiling: How the Hurricanes’ Cup Redefines NHL Salary‑Cap Strategy
The Carolina Hurricanes captured the 2025 Stanley Cup without any player exceeding a $10 million cap hit, marking the first championship in the salary‑cap era to meet that benchmark and highlighting the power of balanced roster construction.
Jun 24, 2026
Stars Extend Capobianco and Krys in Strategic Defensive Moves
The Dallas Stars have locked in Kyle Capobianco and Luke Krys with new contracts, reinforcing a defense that helped the club reach the playoffs last year.
Jun 24, 2026
Cloé Lacasse: From Hockey Roots to World Cup Glory
Cloé Lacasse, a Sudbury‑born forward, reflects on her journey from a hockey‑centric town to the global stage of the 2023 Women’s World Cup.
Jun 24, 2026
Top Prospect Landon DuPont Commits to Michigan
Landon DuPont, projected No. 1 pick in the 2027 NHL Draft, announced his commitment to the University of Michigan, citing personal growth and team ambition.
Jun 24, 2026
Hurricanes Ink One-Year Deal with Finnish Defenseman Juuso Välimäki
The Carolina Hurricanes have secured a one-year contract with Juuso Välimäki, bringing a seasoned Finnish defender into the fold for the upcoming campaign.
Jun 24, 2026
Avalanche Acquire Svechkov and L’Heureux in Bold Forward Trade
The Colorado Avalanche completed a blockbuster trade, sending forward Jack Drury, depth forward Chase Bradley and a 2029 third‑round pick to the Nashville Predators in exchange for forwards Fyodor Svechkov and Zachary L’Heureux, both signed through the next two seasons.
Jun 24, 2026
USHL Expands to Phoenix and Prescott Valley for 2027‑28 Season
The United States Hockey League announces expansion to Arizona, detailing venue plans, fan‑driven branding and the broader impact on junior hockey talent development.
Jun 24, 2026
Roanoke Valley Kids Dive into Ice Hockey Camp with NHL Mentors
Sixty children from the Roanoke Valley spent three days at Lancerlot Sports Center learning hockey fundamentals, strength training, and the joy of the game under the guidance of former NHL players and local organizers.
Jun 24, 2026
From Caribbean Waves to NHL Draft Boards: Jaxon Cover’s Rise
At just 18, Jaxon Cover is already turning heads in the world of professional hockey. Once a roller‑hockey enthusiast on the turquoise waters of Grand Cayman, he swapped his skates for ice blades five years ago and has since climbed the ranks to become the 29th‑best North American skater in the latest Central Scouting report.
Jun 24, 2026
Lawsuit Over Secret Hockey League Move Puts 2026‑27 Season at Risk
A Delaware court filing accuses four former NCDC teams of conspiring to break non‑compete agreements while negotiating a switch to the North American Hockey League, with the Spud Kings’ GM Erik Hudson named in the suit.
Jun 24, 2026
Jaxon Cover: From Grand Cayman’s Roller Rinks to NHL Draft Rankings
Jaxon Cover, an 18‑year‑old from Grand Cayman, has leveraged his roller‑hockey background to rise to 29th overall in NHL Central Scouting and is projected as a second‑ or third‑round pick.
Jun 24, 2026
USPHL Sues Billings Cattle Punchers Over NAHL Move
The United States Premier Hockey League has filed a lawsuit to block the Billings Cattle Punchers and three other teams from joining the North American Hockey League, citing contract violations and demanding $75,000 from each owner.
Jun 24, 2026
Top NHL Prospect Landon DuPont Commits to Michigan Wolverines
Landon DuPont, a highly touted defenseman from the WHL, has pledged to play for the University of Michigan, bringing elite skating, intelligence and scoring to a program that last reached the Frozen Four in 2025‑26.
Jun 24, 2026