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The 2026 offseason saw teams lock in massive long‑term deals, with cap hits ranging from $8.25 million to $18 million per year. Here’s a look at the ten most valuable contracts and what they mean for their clubs.
The Canadian Hockey League brings together 80 drafted players for a week‑long camp in Oakville, Ontario, offering a first look at the stars set to compete in the upcoming U17 World Challenge.
After two seasons with the Detroit Red Wings, Patrick Kane is weighing his next NHL destination, with the Maple Leafs and Sabres emerging as front‑runners. His decision hinges on competitive prospects, cap flexibility and the chance to mentor young talent.
The Nationals host the Blue Jays as Max Scherzer makes his long‑awaited return on his 42nd birthday, a key moment in a playoff‑hunting night.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have locked in forward Nick Robertson through a two‑year agreement worth $3.25 million per season, a move that follows his breakout year in Toronto and bolsters the club’s forward depth.
A rare Shohei Ohtani rookie card sold for $3.3 million, underscoring the surging demand for top‑tier sports cards and the pivotal role of platforms like Fanatics Collect.
The organization welcomes new advisors, promotes internal talent and makes key roster moves as it prepares for the upcoming campaign.
The Boston Bruins announced a series of front‑office changes, bringing Kevyn Adams on board as a special advisor, promoting Dennis Bonvie and Jeremy Rogalski to assistant general managers, and appointing Alex Gimenez as Director of Hockey Operations. Evan Gold is departing the organization.
After a twelve‑year stint with the Maple Leafs, Brandon Pridham is moving to Pittsburgh to lead the team’s contract and salary‑cap planning, replacing Vickie Mpofu who has taken a similar role in Nashville.
Brandon Pridham, a veteran of 12 years with the Toronto Maple Leafs, is set to take on key hockey operations duties for the Pittsburgh Penguins following the departure of Vukie Mpofu.
The Pittsburgh Penguins announced the hiring of Brandon Pridham as a hockey operations consultant, a move that follows the recent departure of Vukie Mpofu to Nashville and leverages Pridham's extensive experience with the Toronto Maple Leafs and the NHL.
After a 12‑year stint with the Toronto Maple Leafs, where he helped negotiate record‑breaking contracts for Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner and others, Brandon Pridham is now a hockey operations consultant for the Penguins, reuniting with former GM Kyle Dubas and stepping into a pivotal role as the club navigates the final years of contracts for Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Erik Karlsson and more.
Steven Oleksy, a former Washington Capitals defenseman nicknamed "the Mayor," is challenging incumbent Diezel DePew in Edgewater, Florida, aiming to preserve the town’s small‑town feel while guiding its growth.
Pittsburgh’s front office welcomes Brandon Pridham, a seasoned executive with a proven track record in contract and cap management, as he steps into a consultancy role that may lead to a general manager position.
In a candid interview, former Toronto Maple Leafs coach Craig Berube unpacks the pressures of a Game 7 loss, the impact of role players, and the team’s strategy as they eye a bounce‑back season.
Miguel Vargas delivered a solo homer for the American League, while Pete Crow-Armstrong contributed a single, but most of the Detroit-Chicago contingent struggled at the plate. Meanwhile, Justin Verlander missed the game with an injury, and the Tigers, Cubs and White Sox prepare for Friday night action.
Mississippi State's baseball program celebrated a productive showing in the 2026 MLB Draft, with four recent standouts signing professional contracts before the deadline, collectively earning $4.16 million in signing bonuses.
Luke Prokop reflects on coming out at 19, his evolving relationship with his father, the NHL’s controversial stance on LGBTQ+ visibility, and the making of 'The Hockey Player', now streaming on Apple TV+, iTunes and Amazon Prime Video.
After a decade of missed playoffs, Steve Yzerman steps down as general manager of the Detroit Red Wings, taking a senior advisory post, while the franchise begins a search for his successor amid a flurry of recent GM appointments across the NHL.
The Los Angeles Kings complete a March 6, 2026 trade for forward Scott Laughton, securing a three‑year, $3.5 million contract that bolsters depth and defensive stability.
The Carolina Hurricanes open the 2026‑27 NHL season on September 29 by hosting the Florida Panthers, raising their Stanley Cup banner, and headlining a triple‑header on ESPN that also includes Rangers‑Bruins and Blackhawks‑Golden Knights matchups.
A deep dive into the latest FanGraphs power rankings shows a mixed picture for teams 18 through 30, highlighting both unexpected strengths and lingering weaknesses across the league.
The NHL franchise announced the hiring of Brandon Pridham, a veteran of the League’s central scouting and registry divisions, to lead key operational functions.
The Philadelphia Flyers contemplate a contract extension for Rasmus Ristolainen, balancing cap implications, prospect development, and trade interest from the Toronto Maple Leafs.