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The Arkansas men's basketball team travels to Nassau for a four‑game exhibition tour, featuring eight freshmen and two transfers, as Coach John Calipari looks to build cohesion and experience before the upcoming season.
The 2026‑27 NHL season marks a rare achievement as three veteran forwards celebrate two decades of top‑level play, each entering a club that includes only a handful of legends.
The NHL reveals an 84‑game 2026‑27 season, the first since 1993‑94, spanning September 29, 2026 to April 10, 2027, with banner nights, heritage classics and marquee matchups.
The Montreal Canadiens have unveiled a schedule that includes a home opener against the Hurricanes, a March return for Brendan Gallagher, holiday doubleheaders and a New Year's Eve game in Florida.
The Montreal Canadiens face the most opponents playing the second game of a back‑to‑back this season, a pattern that could shape their performance and playoff outlook.
The Chicago Blackhawks have made headline‑grabbing moves this offseason, signing Connor Bedard to a massive deal and adding Bowen Byram and Jordan Greenway, but the roster overhaul brings both promise and uncertainty.
The Razorbacks will test a young, evolving lineup against a mix of national teams and a professional club in Nassau, with the games streamed live on FloSports.
After 14 professional seasons, Andrew Agozzino announced his retirement, closing a chapter that saw him score 43 points for Belleville in 2021‑22 and become one of only 18 players to appear in exactly one regular‑season game for the Ottawa Senators.
Eric Robinson, a New Jersey native and Princeton University alumnus, played a pivotal role in the Carolina Hurricanes' 2026 Stanley Cup victory, scoring three goals and five assists while celebrating his birthday with the franchise's first championship.
Across the league, a record number of clubs lack a designated captain, prompting debates over the role’s relevance and the rise of shared leadership models.
The Florida Panthers bolster their fourth line by signing experienced center Lars Eller, a move that adds playoff pedigree and leadership ahead of a competitive postseason push.
A one‑year, two‑way deal brings the 2021 first‑round pick into Ottawa's system, where he aims to translate AHL success into NHL impact.
The St. Louis Blues are nurturing a talented cohort of OHL prospects, from offensive forwards to shutdown defensemen, each aiming to make an impact at the professional level.
While the Professional Women’s Hockey League celebrates modern success, its trophies still reflect a male legacy. Naming them after historic trailblazers would preserve the sport’s heritage and inspire future generations.
Marc Messier, who died at 78, left an indelible mark on Quebec culture through his iconic hockey roles, his co‑created stage play ‘Broue’, and his lifelong passion for the sport.
The Professional Women’s Hockey League franchise will relocate to the Canadian Tire Centre, where record crowds and a growing fan base signal a new era for elite women's hockey in Ottawa.
The International Ice Hockey Federation and the IOC have lifted the ban on Russia, permitting the women's national team to vie for the 2027 World Championships and the 2030 Olympic Games, while domestic league developments and player movements signal a shifting landscape.
A look at the squads facing unexpected setbacks as star players seek new destinations, offering a glimpse into the shifting dynamics of modern hockey
The PWHL, supported by UPS, is hosting more than 30 summer camps in cities from Vancouver to Boston, providing coaching, player mentorship and grants for under‑resourced communities.
The Toronto Maple Leafs are exploring the addition of free‑agent forward Claude Giroux, a seasoned playmaker whose faceoff prowess and versatility could provide a timely boost as the club eyes a deep playoff run.
Daniel Alfredsson signed a one‑year contract with the Detroit Red Wings in 2013 at age 40, bringing his storied Ottawa career to a new chapter while chasing a Stanley Cup that had eluded him for years.
The Aggies will face three international opponents in August as part of a new NCAA policy that permits annual foreign tours.
Arkansas basketball will compete in the 2026 Baha Mar Hoops Summer League in The Bahamas, facing teams from The Bahamas, Canada, and Colombia. The tour runs from July 31 to August 4 and includes matches against the Bahamas National Team, Carleton University, Toros del Valle, and the University of Calgary.
The Texas A&M men's basketball team will compete in the 2026 Baha Mar Hoops Summer League in the Bahamas, facing Canadian and Colombian clubs in a schedule designed to boost cohesion and prepare for the upcoming season.