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General manager Stan Bowman executed a series of high‑impact moves during free agency, trading Darnell Nurse, signing Frederik Andersen and securing key depth players, while preserving cap flexibility for a playoff‑contending Oilers.
After a decade with the Edmonton Oilers, Darnell Nurse discusses his move to the San Jose Sharks, his excitement for the team's emerging talent, and his commitment to bringing leadership and playoff experience to a young roster.
A whirlwind day in the NHL saw the Pittsburgh Penguins make unexpected roster moves, including the retention of Zach Werenski, while other franchises executed major trades and signings, leaving commentators scrambling to parse the implications.
The Buffalo Sabres trade goaltender Devon Levi to the Edmonton Oilers for a 2028 third‑round pick, hoping the young netminder can finally give Edmonton the stability it has lacked in goal.
The Ducks announced deals with Judd Caulfield, James Hamblin, Corey Schueneman and Jett Woo, each bringing a blend of NHL exposure and AHL productivity.
The San Jose Sharks pull off a blockbuster trade for Darnell Nurse, while the Edmonton Oilers offload a costly contract, setting up divergent short‑term and long‑term implications for both clubs.
The Oilers trade veteran defenseman Darnell Nurse to the Sharks for prospects Mukhamadullin and Sharp, ending a 12-year tenure in Edmonton.
The Minnesota Wild have agreed to a one‑year, $1 million contract with 34‑year‑old goaltender Calvin Pickard, bringing a wealth of NHL experience and playoff pedigree to the roster.
Edmonton announced a deal that brings Devon Levi from the Buffalo Sabres, exchanging a 2028 seventh‑round pick for a third‑round selection, and highlighting Levi’s extensive AHL minutes and solid statistical profile.
The Utah Mammoth have signed goaltender Sebastian Cossa to a two‑year contract worth $2 million annually, solidifying him as a key part of their future plans.
The NHL’s free‑agency period will open at 9 a.m. PT on July 1, and the San Jose Sharks find themselves at the center of a talent shuffle.
Goalkeeper Jake Cossa has signed a two-year, $4 million contract with the Utah Mammoth, bringing a proven AHL record and NHL debut experience to a young team eyeing its second playoff run.
A 16‑year‑old member of the NHL Power Players Youth Advisory Board describes the unique fan cultures, historic moments and personal connections he experienced while attending three straight Stanley Cup‑clinching games.
University of Minnesota Duluth freshman Victor Plante, son of former NHL player Derek Plante and brother of draft picks Zam and Max, has been invited to the 2026 USA Hockey National Junior Evaluation Camp in Windsor, Ontario, a key milestone on his path toward the 2027 World Junior Championship.
After a breakout development camp, Vashek Blanar spent the season in Sweden sharpening his defensive skills, representing Czechia internationally, and securing a spot at UMass for the 2027‑28 season.
Boston University's rising sophomores Carter Amico, Jack Murtagh and Charlie Trethewey have been invited to the 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase in Windsor, Ontario, joining future Terriers Jamie Glance, Brady Knowling and Luke Schairer on the U.S. roster.
The University of Massachusetts defenseman, drafted by the St. Louis Blues, will compete in the 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase, a key evaluation event for the 2027 IIHF World Junior Championship.
Five Michigan State University hockey players have earned invitations to the 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase in Windsor, Ontario, as part of a selection process for the 2027 IIHF World Junior Championship.
After nine seasons with the Ontario Reign, former NHL forward Jiri Hajt has accepted a coaching role on Mike Laviolette's staff, adding depth to a development-focused organization.
Two Montreal Canadiens draft picks, LJ Mooney and Timofei Runtso, have been selected for the World Junior Summer Showcase, a pivotal event that will shape Canada's roster for next year's tournament in Alberta.
USA Hockey has invited freshman defenseman Timmy Runtso to the National Junior Evaluation Camp and World Junior Summer Showcase, a critical evaluation event for the 2027 IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship.
A $12.8 million upgrade to the Herb Brooks National Hockey Center is on schedule, reshaping the facility’s infrastructure while the Huskies adapt to temporary venues and a new coaching staff.
Caitlin Kraemer, a junior forward for the Bulldogs, receives a historic invitation to the Oilers' development camp, reflecting a breakthrough for women in professional hockey.
The 2026 NHL Draft saw an unprecedented 37 current WHL players and two alumni drafted, highlighting the league's growing influence on the sport.