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Jacob Melanson, a fifth‑round pick turned enforcer, has signed a three‑year extension and is on pace to challenge the NHL’s single‑season hit record, blending hard‑hitting style with durability despite injury setbacks.
As the NHL approaches training camps, four former Colorado Avalanche players—Nick Blankenburg, Jonathan Drouin, Brandon Saad and Tyson Jost—find themselves unrestricted free agents, each carrying a distinct career trajectory and a mix of past successes and recent challenges.
Saint Francis University’s Red Wolves defeated Concordia University of Wisconsin 2‑1 on September 7, with goals from Avery Bradburn and Emilie Gamache, and will face Mercyhurst in Erie on September 8.
The Indiana field hockey team dominated Central Michigan 5-0 on Senior Day, with key contributions from Celia Arroyo Cabezudo, Mijntje Hagen, Inés Garcia Prado and others, while Coach Kayla Bashore looks ahead to a challenging road series.
The Colorado Avalanche’s upcoming rookie tournament in San Jose will feature a talented group of prospects, including T.J. Hughes, Ilya Nabokov, Sean Behrens and Matt DiMarsico, as the organization aims to showcase its depth and develop the next generation of NHL talent.
During the opening week of the 2026 season, Alvernia's field hockey and men's soccer teams saw standout performances from senior Ava Michael and sophomore Chase Malone, earning them Athlete of the Week recognition.
Indiana University Field Hockey defeated Central Michigan 5-0 at Deborah Tobias Field, improving their home record to 2-0 and honoring six senior players.
Charlie Barrickman claimed his first collegiate tournament victory and set a freshman scoring record, while Julia Corropolese helped the field‑hockey team reach a 4‑0 mark, the program’s strongest start since 1984.
A dominant home performance saw the Minutewomen claim the Kennedy Cup for the third straight year while setting up a showdown with Harvard.
The Pittsburgh Penguins and Pittsburgh Public Schools are giving every student free preseason tickets, food and drink vouchers, and a chance to see the team face the Buffalo Sabres and Detroit Red Wings in September.
The Colorado Avalanche announced that Will Slohm, a 27‑year‑old former goaltender turned strength coach, has been designated as the team’s emergency backup goalie for the upcoming season, complying with new NHL rules that require a qualified EBUG.
The Patriot League revealed its weekly field hockey awards on September 7, 2026, highlighting standout performances from Bucknell’s Bella Notaro, Holy Cross’s Marianna Maclean, Lafayette’s Lena Thedrian, and others, while updating the early-season standings.
The Detroit Red Wings remain without a general manager after Jeff Greenberg, the Tigers’ GM, withdrew his name from consideration, prompting the organization to consider Florida Panthers assistant Brett Peterson amid a tight deadline.
Manhasset defeated Garden City 2-0 on Monday, with Katie Farrer opening the scoring and goalkeeper Annie Spina preserving the shutout, marking the team’s first win since 2023.
Indiana University’s women’s hockey team opened the season with a 5-0 win over Central Michigan, scoring within minutes and never looking back.
Taylee Manion, a standout defenseman from Hermantown, Minnesota, has committed to the University of Minnesota after a dominant high school career and a gold‑medal performance with the U.S. U‑18 team, aiming to sharpen her offensive game and prepare for Division I hockey.
A breakdown of the top early‑round fantasy hockey selections for 2026, highlighting players with strong statistical foundations and value relative to their ADP.
The Hockey News ranks the decade‑long elite centers poised to dominate fantasy hockey in 2026‑27, highlighting scoring trends, efficiency and emerging talent.
Donald Trump posted a hockey-themed cartoon on Truth Social depicting himself in a USA jersey and Prime Minister Mark Carney sprawled on the ice, calling him ‘governor’ and sparking renewed tensions over trade and currency disputes.
Rutgers fell to 2-2 after back-to-back 2-1 losses, highlighting finishing woes, disciplinary lapses and upcoming challenges against top-ranked Princeton and UConn.
The Colorado Avalanche open rookie camp focusing on four promising young players, while unsigned Avalanche alumni await contracts. Across the NHL, the Devils assess a fresh first‑round pick, the Bruins count on Charlie McAvoy, and the Rangers spotlight their top June 2024 prospect.
A 50% tariff on Canadian hockey imports is driving up prices for helmets, chest protectors and other gear, prompting concerns over family finances and the future of the sport.
The Bruins open rookie camp in Brighton and head to Buffalo for preseason matches, as Charlie McAvoy recovers from injury, Ivan Demidov signs a long‑term extension with Montreal, and other clubs navigate key player moves.
Boston College fell 2-0 at home to No. 1 Northwestern, marking their third consecutive loss and second straight defeat against a ranked opponent.