
22 Denver Pioneers Set to Shine at 2026 NHL Development Camps
The University of Denver's hockey program is sending a record number of players to NHL development camps this summer, offering a glimpse of future professional talent.
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The University of Denver's hockey program is sending a record number of players to NHL development camps this summer, offering a glimpse of future professional talent.

The Seattle Kraken’s 2026 Development Camp brings together a diverse group of prospects, highlighting the franchise’s global scouting reach and the players’ paths to the NHL.

The Utah Mammoth have announced a two‑year agreement with goaltender Sebastian Cossa, averaging $2 million per season, bringing a decorated résumé that includes a gold medal with Team Canada and a strong AHL record.

St. Bonaventure's men's basketball team will meet Penn State in a preseason game on October 17 at the Key Bank Center, part of the inaugural Greenlight Network Preseason Showcase.

The Bonnies will face Penn State on October 17 in a showcase event supported by Greenlight Networks, with proceeds earmarked for the university’s athletics initiatives.

The San Jose Sharks’ new agreement with Michael Kesselring aims to revive the defenseman’s career after a injury‑riddled season.

ESPN gave the Seattle Kraken scant coverage during the NHL draft in Buffalo, opting to interview last year's top pick instead of the new selection, and the player's brief Canadian TV interview highlighted a stark contrast with other franchises.

A favorable schedule, key transfers and a deep pool of talent position Penn State to contend for an 11‑1 record and a playoff spot in 2026.

The 2026 NHL Draft saw Boston College produce six draftees, highlighted by Oscar Hemming’s 14th‑overall pick and impressive performances from Mutryn, Berzkalns, Murnieks, Henriquez and Cameron.

San Jose has secured the rights to Zack Ostapchuk, a key fourth-line pivot, through a new four-year agreement.

The Red Wings selected J.P. Hurlbert with the 23rd pick, acquiring him from the Utah Mammoth in a trade that also involved goaltender Sebastian Cossa, while the prospect commits to the University of Michigan for the upcoming collegiate season.

The Detroit Red Wings dealt veteran prospect Sebastian Cossa for a first‑round pick, using it to select J.P. Hurlbert while Michal Postova's breakout performance reshapes the team's goaltending depth.

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.
The Plante family’s deep roots in professional hockey span generations, with father Derek and brothers Zam and Max already drafted. Now Victor, a standout in the USA Hockey National Team Development Program, eyes a higher draft position than Max while the 2026 NHL Draft prepares to unfold in Buffalo, the site of Derek’s Stanley Cup triumph.
The University of North Dakota is gearing up for a draft that could see multiple first‑round selections, with coach optimism, twin prospects and a busy draft legacy all converging in Buffalo.
Ethan Belchetz, a highly touted power forward from the Windsor Spitfires, has chosen Michigan State University over other elite programs, a decision that could reshape his NHL draft trajectory and signal a broader trend among Canadian prospects.

With the 2026 NHL Draft looming, teams are sharpening their boards, eyeing forward talent, a promising Swedish center and a deep goalie pool, while trade chatter swirls around possible moves for top defensemen.

The upcoming first round of the 2026 NHL Draft features a flurry of trades, a deep talent pool, and several unexpected placements that could reshape the league’s future.

Victor Plante, the youngest of the Plante brothers, is set to be drafted this weekend in Buffalo. With a promise to join his brothers Max and Zam at the University of Minnesota-Duluth, the family’s hockey lineage — anchored by father Derek’s memorable 1997 overtime heroics — adds a compelling storyline to the upcoming draft.

The Detroit Red Wings have announced changes to their preseason plans, including a new training camp location and a reduced exhibition schedule.

Syracuse will open its preseason with a neutral‑site game against UConn at the Mohegan Sun Casino, marking a strategic move for new coach Gerry McNamara.

Buffalo’s front office has targeted 17‑year‑old Ilia Morozov, a Russian prospect currently starring for Miami (Ohio), as the centerpiece of a draft‑day trade.
From the Frozen Four to the NHL draft board, a new archetype of defensemen is reshaping championship teams.

After a missed field goal cost the Baltimore Ravens a playoff berth in 2025, the franchise overhauled its staff and added several high‑profile players ahead of the 2026 season.