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Veteran netminder Laurent Brossoit inks a 2026‑27 contract with the Anaheim Ducks, adding depth and playoff pedigree after a season lost to injury and a strong AHL showing with the San Jose Barracuda.
The Blue Jackets have locked in Ryan Lomberg for two more seasons, adding a proven Cup winner and a hard‑hitting presence to their roster.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have agreed to a one‑year contract with forward Andrei Kuzmenko, worth $5 million annually and extending through the 2026‑27 season. The move comes after Kuzmenko’s strong showing with the Los Angeles Kings, where he contributed 25 points in 52 games.
Veteran netminder Sergei Bobrovsky is poised to become an unrestricted free agent, drawing attention from contending clubs as the NHL's salary cap climbs to $104 million per team.
The Panthers announced a major trade that brings Jacob Markstrom and Angus Crookshank to Florida while sending out three forwards to the New Jersey Devils.
General manager Bill Zito is shaping the Panthers' lineup for the upcoming season, balancing a modest $5.8 million cap cushion with strategic acquisitions and the flexibility to exceed the NHL's $104 million ceiling.
Two top prospects, Cullen Potter and Jack Hextall, are attending the Calgary Flames development camp, with both set to join Michigan State this fall.
The Panthers chose to keep Ben Steeves, Toby Bjornfot and Mikulas Hovorka while letting Donovan Sebrango, Cole Schwindt, Wilmer Skoog and Mike Benning become unrestricted free agents. The moves reflect a strategic balance of retention and renewal as the club prepares for the next campaign.
The 2026 NHL Draft saw the University of North Dakota produce a record six draftees, highlighted by two top‑10 selections and the highest‑drafted twins since the Sedin brothers.
John Mitchell, the 2025 NAHL Coach of the Year, has been hired as an assistant coach for the Rapid City Rush, adding a proven record of playoff success and a deep hockey background to the franchise.
Minnesota topped the nation with a dozen players chosen in the 2026 NHL Draft, highlighting a deep reservoir of home‑grown talent that will soon wear NHL jerseys across the continent.
The 2026 NHL Draft showcased an unprecedented mix of cultural backgrounds, with first‑overall selection Gavin McKenna and other notable prospects making history.
Day 2 of the NHL Draft delivered surprising selections, twin picks for Pittsburgh, and a cascade of trade speculation involving top names across the league.
Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman addresses Dylan Larkin’s trade request, while other GMs update injury statuses and roster plans across the league.
Carson Carels, the 18‑year‑old defenseman drafted sixth by the Flames, chose a rural setting over the usual draft‑night fanfare, spending the evening on his family's 2,500‑acre operation before stepping onto the NHL stage.
Calgary’s selection of Jack Hextall marks a pivotal moment in his rising career, linking family legacy with new collegiate ambitions.
The latest NHL draft saw a Michigan State record nine players selected in the first round, highlighted by Chase Reid, Nikita Klepov, Ethan Belchetz and Jack Hextall.
Nikita Klepov’s 15th‑overall selection by the Anaheim Ducks spotlights a fresh wave of talent at Michigan State, where coach Adam Nightingale aims to blend offensive flair with defensive discipline.
Keaton Verhoeff's commitment to North Dakota and NHL draft by the Sharks illustrate the trade‑offs of choosing college hockey over junior, sparking debate among scouts.
Seattle Kraken’s first‑round choice of Chase Reid marks a milestone for the franchise, spotlighting a player whose draft path was defined by perseverance and a standout season in the OHL.
The Colorado Avalanche secured Brett Kulak’s services through the 2030‑31 season, locking in a veteran defenseman whose journey from fourth‑round draft pick to playoff hero has defined his career.
The 2026 NHL Draft is shaping up with Gavin McKenna expected to go first overall to the Toronto Maple Leafs, while blockbuster trades and expansion talks dominate the conversation.
Projected as the top overall selection in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, Gavin McKenna will become the first player from Penn State’s men’s hockey team to be drafted first overall, joining a distinguished list of alumni who have transitioned to the NHL.
The 2026 NHL Draft will unfold at Buffalo’s KeyBank Center on June 26‑27, featuring a star‑studded pool of prospects, high‑profile trades and a multi‑platform broadcast that promises to bring the excitement to fans across North America.