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Seth Jarvis brings Stanley Cup home to Winnipeg

Seth Jarvis, a Winnipeg native, helped the Carolina Hurricanes capture the 2026 Stanley Cup, delivering a game‑winning overtime goal and cementing his place in the province’s hockey lore.

Jun 15, 2026

Jets Draft Plans and Trade Rumors Swirl Ahead of 2026 NHL Draft

The Manitoba Moose and Winnipeg Jets seasons have wrapped up, but the hockey conversation in the province shows no signs of slowing down. At the center of the buzz is the team’s eighth overall selection in the 2026 NHL Draft, a spot that promises to shape the next chapter of the franchise.

Jun 8, 2026

Gerry Meehan, Beloved Sabres Legend, Dies at 79

From his early days in Toronto junior hockey to his pivotal role as general manager of the Buffalo Sabres, Gerry Meehan's seven‑decade involvement with the sport left an indelible mark on the NHL.

Jun 6, 2026

Penguins Lock Up Connor Dewar for Two More Seasons

The Pittsburgh Penguins have extended forward Connor Dewar through the next two seasons, rewarding his career‑year performance and blue‑collar work ethic. General Manager Kyle Dubas praised the player’s competitiveness, while teammates Blake Lizotte and Noel Acciari highlight the chemistry that made their fourth line one of the league’s most effective.

Jun 2, 2026

Penticton Vees Acquire Graham Jones in Strategic Trade with Victoria Royals

The Penticton Vees complete a multi‑team deal, adding Canadian forward Graham Jones and a 2026 second‑round import draft pick while parting with several future selections. Jones, a Winnipeg native, arrives after a prolific junior career that includes a US 18U National Championship and impressive performances on the international stage.

May 27, 2026

Charter Bus Destroyed in Winnipeg Arson Incident

A 15‑year‑old girl has been charged with arson after a charter bus carrying the Kane County Cougars was set ablaze in Winnipeg, though all members of the baseball squad escaped injury

May 23, 2026

Avalanche Stumble in Game 1 Without Makar as Knights Take Early Lead

Colorado’s hopes of opening the series with a win were instantly dimmed when star defenseman Cale Makar was ruled out of Game 1 with an upper‑body injury. The Vegas Golden Knights seized the momentum early, striking first and extending their lead to 4‑2 by the end of the second period, while the Avalanche managed only a handful of shots on goal. A pivotal moment came midway through the middle frame when a contested penalty on forward Ross Colton sparked debate among fans and officials, adding tension to an already heated contest. Goalie Scott Wedgewood made a series of high‑danger saves, yet he could not stop a goal that he later described as one he would love to have back, underscoring the narrow margins of the game. Veteran defenseman Dylan Coghlan broke a personal drought, scoring his first goal since 2021 on a power‑play opportunity that briefly narrowed the gap. Coach Jared Bednar, after experimenting with line combinations in the third period, acknowledged the need for adjustments and emphasized the team’s resolve to rebound in the next outing.

May 21, 2026