
Jason Willms Re‑signs with Toledo Walleye for 2026‑27 Campaign
The 27‑year‑old forward has agreed to terms with the Toledo Walleye, bringing his experience back to the ECHL after a year in Europe.
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The 27‑year‑old forward has agreed to terms with the Toledo Walleye, bringing his experience back to the ECHL after a year in Europe.

Ryan Mahshie, a 27‑year‑old forward with extensive ECHL experience, has signed with the Rapid City Rush for the 2026‑27 season, bringing veteran depth after a trade that also brought Eric Parker and Cole Tymkin to the club.

Coach Alex Van der Sluijs announced the addition of fifteen players to the 2026 roster, highlighting nine freshmen and six transfers who bring diverse backgrounds and a shared commitment to Wright State University's soccer values.

A look at three Colorado Avalanche prospects dominating the OHL, their draft histories, statistical breakthroughs and the roles they could play in the franchise's future.

The Greater Ontario Hockey League is implementing nearly twenty rule adjustments for the 2026‑27 season to bring its gameplay in line with the Ontario Hockey League, enhance safety, and provide a clearer pathway for players aspiring to higher levels.

Napheesa Collier's 24‑point performance revives the Lynx, prompting adjustments for teammates like Nia Coffey, while Kiki Rice's imminent return promises a new offensive catalyst for the Tempo.

Jussi Ahokas, the Finnish coach who led the Kitchener Rangers to a Memorial Cup victory, has joined the Colorado Avalanche's AHL affiliate, aiming to become the first European-born head coach to win the Stanley Cup while introducing his innovative "position-less" style.

Jan Jeník, drafted by the Arizona Coyotes in 2018, has inked a one‑year, two‑way contract with the Los Angeles Kings. Known for his playmaking and scoring in the AHL, he aims to translate his offensive consistency to the NHL roster.

Prospects JP Hurlbert, Victor Plante and Brent Solomon train with Team USA, while Marco Kasper's recovery and Patrick Kane's recent comments add context to Detroit's roster moves and broader NHL storylines.

The Ducks have locked in Nikita Klepov, the OHL’s leading scorer and 2025 Hlinka Gretzky Cup champion, through a three‑year contract.

Kane Barch, a University of Michigan commit, is leaving the U.S. National Team Development Program to join the London Knights of the OHL. His father, former NHL player Krys Barch, has been a key influence, and the Knights are adding top prospects such as Luca Santala. The transition may position Barch for an early 2027 NHL Draft projection.

Jack Campbell, a 34‑year‑old forward who spent 14 seasons in the NHL, has officially announced his retirement, ending a career that included stints with the Dallas Stars, Los Angeles Kings, Toronto Maple Leafs and Edmonton Oilers.

Drew Bannister, celebrated for his OHL Coach of the Year award and stint with the St. Louis Blues, joins a three‑person assistant coaching roster for Canada’s upcoming Hlinka‑Gretzky Cup team, while Erie Otters GM Dave Brown takes on an assistant general manager role.

President Donald Trump has announced sweeping tariffs on Canadian imports, while smoke from Canadian wildfires adds a new layer of diplomatic tension.
President Donald Trump announced a 50 percent duty on Canadian imports of hockey sticks, wine and cement, effective August 19, using a rarely used provision of the 1930 Tariff Act after the Supreme Court invalidated previous tariffs.

President Donald Trump announced 50 % tariffs on Canadian goods, invoking a rarely used clause of the 1930 Tariff Act as the administration seeks new ways to counter what it calls retaliatory measures by Canada.

President Donald Trump announced a 50% duty on a handful of Canadian products, citing retaliatory measures by Ottawa. The move follows the Supreme Court’s reversal of earlier tariffs and signals a new legal path for the White House.

President Donald Trump’s 50 percent duty on imported hockey sticks will take effect in 30 days, but the measure is unlikely to reverse a long‑term shift away from wooden equipment.

President Donald Trump's 50% tariff on Canadian ice hockey sticks will take effect in about a month, but the impact is expected to be limited given the sector's narrow footprint and the widespread shift to composite equipment.

President Donald Trump's proposed tariff on Canadian hockey sticks is set to take effect in under 30 days, potentially inflating costs for U.S. consumers and dampening the sport's growing momentum.

Canada's roster for the Hlinka‑Gretzky Cup training camp features ten OHL players and aims to rebound after a bronze‑medal finish in 2025.

Mckenna Van Gelder is spending the summer coaching at Maple Leafs Hockey School before launching her professional career in the PWHL San Jose team, sharing insights on her development, upcoming physical challenges, and the culture she hopes to bring to the league.

Kingston Frontenacs net‑minder Gavin Betts receives the Dayna Brons Honorary Award for his relentless advocacy of blood and stem‑cell donation, joining a distinguished roster of hockey figures committed to saving lives.

The Women of Colour Hockey Collective (WCHC) Camp, a free event that combines on‑ice instruction, mentorship and off‑ice activities, has grown from a modest gathering into a North‑American hub for BIPOC girls and women seeking access to hockey.