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The Dutch team overcame an early loss to win the championship, with key performances from Denzel Richardson and Sem Kuijper, while Czechia dominated Germany for third place
After three years playing across Europe, forward Luka Burzan has agreed to a contract with the South Carolina Stingrays, aiming to contribute to the team’s pursuit of a Coastal Division title.
The South Carolina Stingrays have signed forward Luka Burzan, a 26‑year‑old who spent the last three seasons playing in Hungary, Slovakia, Denmark and Sweden, adding depth and international flair to the roster.
Eduards Tralmaks has signed with the Edmonton Oilers after a 26‑goal AHL season, prompting a 5 million koruna deal for his rights in the Czech Extraliga and a new leadership role for Latvia in the European Nations Cup.
Forward Eduards Tralmaks has signed a five‑year contract with the Edmonton Oilers after a landmark transfer that saw Karoly Vary exchange his rights to Kladno for cash, and he is now set to lead Latvia in the upcoming three‑on‑three tournament in Riga.
The Calgary Flames have locked in Slovak defenseman Marek Nemec with a five‑year, $36.25 million contract, a move that highlights his rise from top draft pick to international standout.
As the NHL reshapes its schedule, Canadiens prospects and veterans are intensifying training across North America and Europe ahead of a September season opener.
The upcoming tournament in Paris will feature 24 teams, health initiatives and programs that highlight the power of inclusive football.
Germany's DFEL Women's Hockey League will welcome Veolia Petržalka Bratislava, creating a six‑team, three‑nation competition that seeks to keep Slovakia's top players together and boost women's hockey across Central Europe.
University of Minnesota’s men’s hockey program secures a commitment from Brayden Willis, a 65‑point standout from the USA Hockey National Team Development Program, signaling a bright future for the Gophers.
The New York Islanders added depth to their blue line and forward ranks in the 2026 NHL Draft, selecting a mix of Swedish defenseman Malte Gustafsson and promising North American prospects, as GM Darche praised the group's potential.
The 2026 NHL Draft selected a record 109 current or committed NCAA Division I players, with Michigan State leading the way and teams from across the league tapping into a globally diverse talent pool.
Wyatt Cullen, son of NHL veteran Matt Cullen and a top prospect from the USA Hockey National Team Development Program, was selected tenth overall by the Nashville Predators in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft.
Wyatt Cullen, a freshman at the University of Minnesota, was drafted 10th overall by the Nashville Predators in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, highlighting a family tradition and a standout collegiate season.
At 23, Martin Chromiak has signed a one‑year deal with the Kings and topped the Ontario Reign in scoring last season. With the club thin at center and several wingers competing for ice time, his performance in camp could determine whether he makes the opening night roster.
St. Cloud State University announced the hiring of Joe Howe, a seasoned coach with a national championship and multiple international gold medals, to lead the development of its men's hockey program for the 2026‑27 season.
An exploration of the historical dominance of a few hockey giants and the emerging challenge from nations such as Denmark, France, Ukraine and Kazakhstan, highlighting key players and historic moments.
After 916 professional games and 251 goals, Luke Adam announces his retirement, thanking the Tahoe Knight Monsters and fans worldwide.
Nolan Fitzhenry, the nation's top-ranked U.S. college hockey recruit for the 2027‑28 class, has pledged to the University of North Dakota, choosing the Fighting Hawks over Minnesota and joining a historic trio of Development Program alumni.
Slovak winger Michal Svrcek, a 2025 fourth‑round pick of the Detroit Red Wings, is moving to the Ontario Hockey League’s Windsor Spitfires after a standout performance in Sweden.
The Pittsburgh Penguins traded defenseman prospect Emil Pieniniemi to the Florida Panthers for 26‑year‑old Slovak Olympian Oliver Okuliar, a move that could add depth and offensive versatility to the club's farm system.
The Pittsburgh Penguins and Florida Panthers executed a trade that swapped minor‑league talent, with the Panthers acquiring defenseman Emil Pieniniemi and the Penguins receiving the rights to forward Oliver Okuliar. The move reflects a calculated reshaping of both clubs’ depth charts.
An exploration of Jewish contributions to pre‑war European football, the tragic fate of players like Jozsef Braun, and the effort to revive forgotten stories.
Slovak left wing Michal Svrcek, a 2025 fourth‑round pick of the Detroit Red Wings, has agreed to play for the Windsor Spitfires in the Canadian Hockey League next season, bringing his high‑motor style to the import draft's 53rd overall selection.