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Joe Salandra, an 18‑year‑old forward who played for the Barrie Colts, has decided to enroll at Harvard a year ahead of schedule, forgoing a final Ontario Hockey League season after a broken fibula.
The 2026 MLB Draft begins on July 11, featuring 20 rounds that may send up to a dozen Oregon State players into professional contracts. The event will be broadcast across NBC, Peacock, MLB Network and streaming platforms, spotlighting top prospects such as Blake Bowen, Ethan Kleinschmit and Eric Segura.
The upcoming draft promises a deep talent pool, highlighted by standout players from Oregon State and a broadcast lineup that reaches millions of fans.
The Anaheim Ducks have matched Philadelphia’s $90‑million offer sheet for center Leo Carlsson, securing his services through 2031 at $18 million per season. The move reflects a strategic commitment from both the player and the franchise.
The Tucson Roadrunners have announced their full 2026‑27 regular‑season schedule, highlighting opening night, holiday games, a long homestand and ticket availability.
Logan Massimi has signed an OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement with the Kitchener Rangers, bringing his talents to the Ontario Hockey League after a standout season with the Waterloo Siskins.
A look at the top OHL talents affiliated with the Winnipeg Jets, their career milestones and what the 2026‑27 season could hold.
Gabriel Eliasson, a prospect for the Ottawa Senators, discusses his transition from the Ontario Hockey League to the AHL, his development goals, and the influence of teammate Tyler Kleven.
Rich Peverley, a former NHL player and longtime figure in the Dallas Stars organization, has been promoted to Assistant General Manager, bringing his unique on‑ice experience and scouting acumen to the front office.
The Worcester Railers have announced the re‑signing of forwards Lincoln Hatten and Declan McDonnell, along with defensemen Michael Suda, Connor Federkow and Gabe Blanchard, securing key pieces of their roster for the 2026‑27 campaign.
The Railers announced a series of contract extensions that keep a core group of forwards and defensemen through the next campaign, highlighting strong performances and future plans.
From Oakville to Seattle, 6‑foot‑9 forward Curtis Douglas signs a two‑year, $2.5 million deal with the Kraken, bringing a blend of size, grit and community activism.
The Blue Jackets announced the signing of Colton White, a 29-year-old defenseman with a proven track record in the NHL and AHL. General manager Don Waddell highlighted his reliability and offensive contributions.
Canada’s 110‑84 victory over Puerto Rico in a FIBA World Cup 2027 qualifier showcased Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander’s 26 points, a new buzzcut and a meaningful connection with his cousin Nickeil Alexander‑Walker, while the game echoed the impact of the Kawhi Leonard trade.
Cleared of sexual assault charges, Dillon Dube has inked a one‑year, $850,000 contract with the St. Louis Blues, aiming to earn a roster spot after stints in the KHL and AHL.
The Ontario Reign said goodbye to center Glenn Gawdin and goaltender Pheonix Copley as they signed with the New York Rangers and Columbus Blue Jackets respectively, prompting new signings and roster adjustments.
Freshman forward Brent Solomon has been invited to the 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase in Windsor, Ontario, where he will join other top prospects ahead of the 2027 IIHF World Junior Championship.
The Bison have extended Head Coach Phillip Barski’s contract through 2026, recognizing his dual role as vice president of hockey operations and his impact on the team’s rapid growth, NHL partnership, and community presence.
Following a judge's not‑guilty ruling in the 2018 Canada world junior sexual assault case, Dillon Dube signed a one‑year, $850,000 contract with the St. Louis Blues, guaranteeing his salary whether he appears in the NHL or the AHL. He joins a group of five previously acquitted players now returning to professional hockey.
After a standout second OHL season that yielded 63 points and 28 playoff markers, Emil Hemming is preparing for a full‑time move to the AHL, a path that the Dallas Stars have paved for players like Jason Robertson and Wyatt Johnston.
The Brantford Bulldogs have signed forward Jack Torr, a Philadelphia native, to an OHL Scholarship & Development Agreement, marking the second UConn commit for the 2026 class.
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.
Michigan State's hockey program will be well represented at the upcoming World Junior Summer Showcase in Windsor, Ontario, where future Spartans and coaches will compete.
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.