Gordie Howe’s Enduring Impact: From Hall of Fame to International Bridge
The legendary career of Gordie Howe, his family ties, and the cross‑border bridge that immortalizes his name.
Jul 26, 2026
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Windsor, Ontario, Canada
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Ontario Hockey League Announces 11 Officials for 2026 International Tournaments
The OHL celebrates the selection of eleven officials who will represent the league at the 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase and the Hlinka Gretzky Cup.
Jul 25, 2026
JP Hurlbert Gears Up for Summer Showcase and NCAA Transition
Drafted in 2026, JP Hurlbert is preparing for the World Junior Summer Showcase while gearing up for his NCAA debut with the Michigan Wolverines.
Jul 25, 2026
UND Stars Earn Spots on Canada’s 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase
University of North Dakota hockey standouts Cole Reschny, Keaton Verhoeff and Carson Carels have been named to Canada’s roster for the 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase, joining teammates from across the country.
Jul 25, 2026
Tommy Lafreniere Earns Spot in Canada’s 2026 Junior Summer Showcase
A breakout season with the Kamloops Blazers and a professional debut with the Bakersfield Condors have positioned Tommy Lafreniere for a key evaluation tournament in Windsor, Ontario.
Jul 24, 2026
Three North Dakota Players Selected for Canada’s 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase
The upcoming showcase will feature practices and matches against Finland, Sweden and the United States, highlighting the continued impact of UND alumni on the international stage.
Jul 24, 2026
USA Hockey Announces Roster for World Junior Summer Showcase in Windsor
USA Hockey has unveiled a 47‑player roster for the World Junior Summer Showcase in Windsor, featuring top prospects, NHL draft picks and returning junior standouts.
Jul 7, 2026
Kraken’s OHL Prospects Light Up the Pipeline
The Seattle Kraken are leveraging top OHL talent, from seventh‑overall draft picks to trade‑deadline additions, to build a robust pipeline that promises immediate impact.
Jul 7, 2026
Wisconsin Freshman Brent Solomon Earns Invitation to 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase
Brent Solomon, a fourth‑round draft pick of the Detroit Red Wings, will compete in the 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase in Windsor, Ontario, a key stepping stone toward the 2027 IIHF World Junior Championship.
Jul 5, 2026
Victor Plante Earns Spot at USA Hockey National Summer Showcase Ahead of World Juniors
Victor Plante, a freshman set to join the University of Maryland's hockey program, has been invited to the USA Hockey National Summer Showcase, a pivotal event in the lead‑up to the World Juniors tournament.
Jul 1, 2026
Victor Plante Eyes NHL Future at USA Hockey World Junior Summer Showcase
Hermantown’s Victor Plante is headed to the USA Hockey World Junior Summer Showcase, a pivotal step toward NHL aspirations.
Jul 1, 2026
Victor Plante Earns Spot at 2026 USA Hockey National Junior Evaluation Camp
University of Minnesota Duluth freshman Victor Plante, son of former NHL player Derek Plante and brother of draft picks Zam and Max, has been invited to the 2026 USA Hockey National Junior Evaluation Camp in Windsor, Ontario, a key milestone on his path toward the 2027 World Junior Championship.
Jun 30, 2026
Boston University Stars Selected for 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase
Boston University's rising sophomores Carter Amico, Jack Murtagh and Charlie Trethewey have been invited to the 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase in Windsor, Ontario, joining future Terriers Jamie Glance, Brady Knowling and Luke Schairer on the U.S. roster.
Jun 30, 2026
Landon Nycz Earns Spot at 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase
The University of Massachusetts defenseman, drafted by the St. Louis Blues, will compete in the 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase, a key evaluation event for the 2027 IIHF World Junior Championship.
Jun 30, 2026
Two North Dakota Forwards Earn Spots on 2026 Team USA World Junior Summer Showcase
The 2026 Team USA World Junior Summer Showcase will feature forwards Cooper Simpson and Carter Sanderson, both alumni of the University of North Dakota, as they prepare to compete in Windsor from July 26 to August 1.
Jun 30, 2026
Timmy Runtso Earns Spot at USA Hockey’s National Junior Evaluation Camp
USA Hockey has invited freshman defenseman Timmy Runtso to the National Junior Evaluation Camp and World Junior Summer Showcase, a critical evaluation event for the 2027 IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship.
Jun 30, 2026
Rangers’ Prospect Liam Greentree Eyes NHL Breakthrough
Liam Greentree, a Rangers prospect, is focusing on skating and adaptation as he looks to translate his OHL success into the AHL and beyond.
Jun 30, 2026
Bemidji State Stars Head to NHL Development Camps
Three Bemidji State University players receive NHL development camp invitations, highlighting a promising pipeline of talent from the university to the professional ranks.
Jun 29, 2026
The Rise and Fall of the Milwaukee Clarks: Wisconsin’s Forgotten Professional Hockey Pioneers
From a gas‑station‑backed experiment to a short‑lived Eastern Hockey League venture, the Milwaukee Clarks left a distinctive mark on the early American hockey scene before disappearing after a single season in 1950.
Jun 24, 2026
Kraken Coach Highlights Wright’s Defensive Evolution
Seattle Kraken coach Lane Lambert underscores the defensive strides of center Shane Wright, reflecting on a career shaped by pandemic disruptions, coaching changes, and a team‑first philosophy.
Jun 19, 2026
The End of an Era: CBC’s NHL Broadcasts Leave U.S. Fans Searching for a New Home
American hockey fans near the Canadian border grapple with the end of CBC’s iconic Hockey Night in Canada, a tradition that blended sport, history and community across the border.
Jun 18, 2026
Kyle Makaric Joins Erie Otters as Assistant Coach
The Erie Otters announced the hiring of Kyle Makaric as their new Assistant Coach, bringing a decorated coaching résumé that includes two CCHL titles and a 2023 Coach of the Year award.
Jun 17, 2026
Spitfires ink Drake Gram in priority selection coup
The Windsor Spitfires have secured the rights to Drake Gram, a Michigan native selected in the eighth round of the 2024 OHL Priority Selection. GM Bill Bowler highlighted the player's development and versatility, while Gram expressed enthusiasm about returning to a familiar region.
Jun 10, 2026
Spitfires Ink Forward Ty Bergeron in Draft‑Day Deal
The Windsor Spitfires have secured forward Ty Bergeron, a highly touted prospect from Flat Rock, Michigan, adding depth and offensive firepower to their lineup.
Jun 9, 2026