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After a brief and turbulent period with the Grand Rapids Griffins, Jussi Olkinuora is back in Lahti, bringing his Olympic‑gold experience and professionalism to a team eyeing a strong season.
A look at how NHL champions have turned the Stanley Cup into a stage for cherished family moments, from newborns perched in the bowl to full‑scale baptisms, revealing a tradition that bridges a century of hockey history.
A promising OHL season, a sudden injury, and a strategic college commitment reshape the trajectory of one of hockey’s most talked‑about prospects.
A recent contract update shows Ohio State women's hockey coach Nadine Muzerall now earning $555,000, surpassing Wisconsin's Mark Johnson's $550,000, while Johnson's deal includes a scheduled raise to $575,000 by July 1.
The Carolina Hurricanes lead the Stanley Cup Final 3‑2 and can clinch on home ice, with Coach Rod Brind'Amour aiming to end a 20‑year championship drought.
Dylan Larkin has asked to be moved, naming the Minnesota Wild, Vegas Golden Knights and Florida Panthers as preferred destinations. With Dallas emerging as a prime candidate, the Stars’ cap space, tax advantages and roster needs create a compelling package that could involve Tyler Seguin, Jason Robertson and more.
The Brighton-born star captured her third championship in three different leagues, highlighting the PWHL’s record‑breaking attendance and expanding footprint.
Detroit’s captain Dylan Larkin has asked for a trade, naming the Minnesota Wild, Vegas Golden Knights and Florida Panthers among his preferred destinations, while the Dallas Stars are poised to make a move.
From a game‑winning goal in 1979 to a miraculous finish in 2014, the Minnesota–North Dakota rivalry has defined college hockey. After a hiatus, the series is back and scheduled to run through 2029.
From Neal Broten’s 1979 championship winner to Justin Holl’s last‑second Frozen Four strike, the rivalry between the University of Minnesota and the University of North Dakota has produced unforgettable moments and a deep‑seated animosity that still simmers.
From Neal Broten’s 1979 championship winner to Justin Holl’s last‑second Frozen Four hero, the rivalry between the Gophers and the Fighting Hawks has produced moments that define college hockey. After a hiatus, the two schools have rekindled their rivalry, promising regular match‑ups until 2029.
The Ontario Reign announced a comprehensive visual overhaul, revealing a new logo, color palette and apparel that honor the team's roots while celebrating its connection to the Los Angeles Kings as they approach their 60th season.
The Ontario Hockey League draft highlighted a surge of Michigan-born players, with Max Lappan, Ryerson Edgar and Aiden Kelly among the top selections.
At 17, Keaton Verhoeff left the Western Hockey League and stepped onto the ice for the University of North Dakota, helping the Fighting Hawks reach the Frozen Four and earning a spot on Canada’s 2026 World Junior roster.
Joe Pavelski, a 1,300‑game NHL veteran, has spoken with the Toronto Maple Leafs about a head‑coaching vacancy, while the Calgary Wranglers added John Dean to their staff and the Hershey Bears re‑signed forward Jalen Luypen.
The San Jose Sharks will hold two opening‑round picks in the 2026 NHL draft, and a panel of sixteen writers plus a guest GM will simulate the top‑20 board, with the final choices to be made by San Jose Hockey Now.
The Colorado Avalanche entered the playoffs as the league’s most dominant regular‑season team, having captured the Presidents’ Trophy and posted the highest point total in franchise history. With a roster stacked with elite talent, expectations were sky‑high heading into the Western Conference Final. What unfolded against the Vegas Golden Knights was a stark contrast. Despite outshooting their opponents, the Avalanche struggled to penetrate a disciplined defensive scheme that limited high‑danger chances and forced numerous turnovers. Nathan MacKinnon, Carter Hart and the rest of the forward group pressed hard, but the Golden Knights’ structure proved relentless. General manager Joe Sakic and team owner Josh Kroenke addressed the aftermath, acknowledging the disappointment while emphasizing the organization’s confidence in the path forward. Their statements highlighted a commitment to building on a season that set franchise records, even as the loss raised questions about roster construction and playoff readiness. Coaching staff also came under scrutiny. Rod Brind’Amour of the Hurricanes, Jared Bednar of the Avalanche and Jon Cooper of the Lightning have each guided their teams to notable successes over the past eight years, with Bednar’s club reaching the conference final for the second straight year. Their strategies, particularly on special teams, have been cited as benchmarks for future development. The Hurricanes’ power play, overseen by Brind’Amour, surged dramatically during the Stanley Cup Final, illustrating how tactical adjustments can reshape a series. In contrast, the Avalanche’s special teams showed only modest improvement, a factor that may influence offseason planning. Front office executives are now weighing potential roster moves and coaching tweaks to close the gap in high‑stakes games. While the defeat stings, the organization views the season as a foundation rather than a dead end. With a core that includes MacKinnon, a deep talent pool, and a management team led by Sakic and Kroenke, the focus shifts to refining systems and adding pieces that can translate regular‑season dominance into championship success.
Mammoth forward Michael Carcone created the Carcone Cup, a youth hockey tournament in Utah, to grow the game in the community and keep his kids engaged in the sport during the summer.
Wyndham Clark, fresh off his 2023 U.S. Open victory, donned a USA hockey jersey during the RBC Canadian Open, drawing boos and a witty comment from Canadian golf legend Mike Weir.
The Boston Bruins are exploring a trade for Vincent Trocheck of the New York Rangers, a move that could address their long‑standing need for a top‑line center while leveraging a rich pool of draft picks and prospects.
At the NHL Combine in Montreal, forward Berkly Catton described himself as a dolphin, sparking buzz about the Canadiens’ unconventional questioning. Meanwhile, Detroit captain Dylan Larkin’s trade request and a charity golf victory by ex‑Kraken players highlight the mix of humor and strategy that defines modern hockey.
Former NHL forward Jason York has detailed a pattern of dishonest behavior by Mike Babcock that culminated in a low‑value trade, raising questions as the Edmonton Oilers consider hiring the coach despite his recent playoff shortcomings.
Coach John Tortorella has reaffirmed his confidence in Carter Hart despite a string of heavy losses, as the Golden Knights face the Hurricanes in a pivotal Game 6.
The 2026 OHL Priority Selection made a historic return to in-person drafting in Kingston, Ontario, with 301 prospects chosen, including the Oshawa Generals' first-overall selection of Kane Cloutier.