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The 2026 Hlinka Gretzky Cup will feature a strong European contingent from the Western Hockey League, highlighted by top draft picks and promising prospects.
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The 2026 Hlinka Gretzky Cup will feature a strong European contingent from the Western Hockey League, highlighted by top draft picks and promising prospects.

Defenseman Quinn Hughes balances personal moments with professional ambitions as the Minnesota Wild reshape their lineup and aim for a fresh start.

Detroit Red Wings general manager Steve Yzerman has announced a series of signings, including defenseman Ronnie Attard, forward Viktor Arvidsson, forward Keegan Kolesar, and goaltender Daniil Tarasov, aiming to strengthen the team for the new season.

Team USA posted two decisive wins on day two of the 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase, defeating Finland 5‑1 and Sweden 6‑4. The performances, streamed live on HNLive.ca, featured standout contributions from multiple American players and set the stage for the next matchup against Finland on July 29.

Two regional players, Caleb Deanovic and Gunnar Conboy, have been selected for the 2026 Hlinka Gretzky Cup Selection Camp in Saint Paul, Minnesota, setting the stage for the upcoming international tournament in Edmonton.

The Edmonton Oilers are poised to add a difference‑maker before the deadline, targeting players like Matt Poitras, Arthur Kaliyev and Conor Geekie while leveraging cap space and assets.

The league reveals the start date, schedule details, outdoor events and broadcast plans for the upcoming season.

Daily Faceoff analyst Matt Larkin says the Montreal Canadiens’ window to win is wide open, citing a deep roster anchored by Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield, Juraj Slafkovsky and Lane Hutson. While the author concurs with the optimism, the team’s goaltending future — particularly the relative standing of Jakub Dobes and Jacob Fowler — still demands a closer look.

A look at how the Edmonton Oilers' odds have tumbled from +1200 to +900 in just two weeks, the impact of new signings, and how other contenders are positioning themselves for the upcoming season.

The 2025‑26 NHL campaign unfolded with a series of high‑stakes matchups that captured the attention of fans across North America, featuring dramatic comebacks, milestone achievements, and shifts in playoff prospects.

The Ducks have released their full 2026‑27 regular‑season schedule, which includes 84 games, the most in franchise history, and a home opener against the Florida Panthers on Oct. 4.

The Vancouver Canucks have announced their full 2026‑27 regular‑season calendar, a 84‑game journey that begins on the road against the Oilers and wraps up at home versus the Flames, with pre‑season action slated for September.

With injuries reshaping the lineup, three under-the-radar prospects are poised to step into the Oilers' roster and potentially alter the team's fortunes this season.

The Pittsburgh Penguins' surprising playoff run gave way to a challenging offseason where strategic patience failed to deliver the desired talent infusion.

The Hamilton Hammers have signed unrestricted free agent goaltender Ryan Fanti to a one‑year contract, positioning him to start the season with the Trenton IronHawks while competing for an NHL opportunity.

John Klingberg, a former Dallas Stars stalwart, is poised to sign a short‑term deal after a injury‑marred season with the Sharks, with teams like the Ducks, Lightning and Maple Leafs expressing interest.

After a franchise‑record 115‑point season, Macklin Celebrini hints at taking a reduced‑value deal to keep the San Jose Sharks competitive, a move that could reshape contract expectations across the league.

Montreal adds depth to its forward lines by signing Jared Davidson and Hunter McKown to one-year, two-way deals, aiming to boost offense and penalty killing.

The Anaheim Ducks have promoted longtime assistant Dave Manson to head coach of their AHL affiliate, the San Diego Gulls, alongside new assistants Kelly Buchberger and Steve McCarthy.

The Chicago Blackhawks have secured Connor Bedard to a long‑term deal and added Patrick Kane, while leveraging their top prospect system to pursue impact upgrades on offense and defense.

Recent trades involving Darnell Nurse, Will Borgen and Jett Luchanko's surgery highlight shifting strategies among NHL teams as they prepare for the new season.

The University of Denver's hockey program is sending a record number of players to NHL development camps this summer, offering a glimpse of future professional talent.

The San Jose Sharks complete a transformative offseason, signing marquee free agents, acquiring a veteran defenseman, and drafting promising talent to build around rising star Macklin Celebrini.

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