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The Los Angeles Kings announced a series of contracts that could reshape their blue line and forward corps heading into the 2026‑27 season.
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The Los Angeles Kings announced a series of contracts that could reshape their blue line and forward corps heading into the 2026‑27 season.

Michigan State's hockey program welcomes two high‑profile prospects, Jack Hextall and Cullen Potter, as they prepare to make an impact in the upcoming season.

The upcoming first round of the 2026 NHL Draft features a flurry of trades, a deep talent pool, and several unexpected placements that could reshape the league’s future.

Recent trades and contract decisions highlight a pattern of U.S. players leaving Canadian clubs, yet the Canadiens remain focused on building a championship team anchored by long‑term commitments from key talent.

The Seattle Kraken are finalizing a four‑year, $21 million deal with winger Bobby McMann, while former GM Ron Francis joins the Pittsburgh Penguins and veteran Justin Schultz returns as a player development coach.

Washington State's Nick Lewis is a finalist for the ABCA Rawlings Gold Glove Award, seeking to become the first Cougar since 2008 to win the honor. Joining him, transfer Jacob Hayes adds power to the roster, and former Cougars shine in professional leagues.

Markus Ruck leads the CHL with 108 points, captured the Bob Clarke Trophy, and, alongside twin brother Liam, is poised to make a splash at the 2026 NHL Draft while planning a return to Medicine Hat.

A promising OHL season, a sudden injury, and a strategic college commitment reshape the trajectory of one of hockey’s most talked‑about prospects.

After a promising freshman season at Florida, Nyadieng "Nidi" Yiech is set to join Grand Canyon University, where she aims to make an immediate impact alongside the Foz sisters and under the guidance of Coach Winston Gandy.

Landon DuPont, a standout WHL defenseman, is considering a collegiate path with Michigan as a leading contender, a move that could significantly impact the Wolverines' defensive and power‑play outlook.

Cliff Fletcher, the longtime architect of the modern Toronto Maple Leafs, passed away at the age of 90, leaving behind a story that intertwines ambition, daring moves, and a deep connection to the city’s hockey‑loving heart.

Cliff Fletcher, a Hall of Fame builder whose career spanned decades and included a Stanley Cup with the Flames and key moves for the Maple Leafs, has died at age 90.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have appointed Judd Brackett as Assistant General Manager, Player Evaluation and Freddie Hamilton as Chief of Staff, bringing together deep scouting expertise and strategic business experience.

After eight years at the helm, Kingsbury steps down while Ryan takes a PWHL role, prompting Hockey Canada to rethink oversight amid a rapidly evolving women's hockey landscape.

Hockey Canada is searching for a new general manager and coach for the national women's team after Gina Kingsbury and Troy Ryan stepped down, a shift driven by the rapid expansion of the Professional Women’s Hockey League.

The Detroit Red Wings have not made the playoffs in ten years. With financial resources, a deep prospect pool, and a clear need for a top-six center and defensive upgrades, General Manager Steve Yzerman faces a critical offseason that could finally end the drought.

Mayor Christina Fugazi and community leaders welcomed the return of professional hockey to Stockton, where a new FPHL team will call Adventist Health Arena home.