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The OHL's Under‑18 Priority Selection is emerging as a vital route for players who bypass traditional midget‑AAA pathways, delivering championship teams, NHL contracts and future stars.
Analysts predict the Toronto Maple Leafs will select Gavin McKenna first, with San Jose, Vancouver and Chicago following suit, while a host of prospects prepare for their NHL futures.
Across the league, NHL athletes trade sticks for a soccer ball in a circle of kicks, a tradition that sharpens focus, builds camaraderie and occasionally ends in broken ankles.
The Utah Mammoth's unexpected playoff berth sets the stage for a high‑stakes offseason as management balances cap space, contract negotiations and potential trades to build a championship‑ready roster.
The Seattle Kraken are finalizing their draft strategy, honoring the legacies of longtime NHL executives, and gearing up for a playoff clash that could reshape the league's landscape.
Cliff Fletcher, a towering figure in professional hockey for nearly seven decades, died at the age of 90. His career spanned roles as a scout, executive, and architect of championship teams.
Cliff Fletcher, the longtime architect of the modern Toronto Maple Leafs, passed away at the age of 90, leaving behind a story that intertwines ambition, daring moves, and a deep connection to the city’s hockey‑loving heart.
Cliff Fletcher, celebrated for his inventive approach to roster construction, died at 90 after a career that spanned seven decades across the NHL.
Cole Caufield, a former University of Wisconsin hockey player, won the NHL's Lady Byng Trophy for sportsmanship and excellence, setting a new standard for Badgers in the league with 51 goals and helping his Montreal Canadiens reach the Eastern Conference Final.
Cliff Fletcher, a Hall of Fame builder whose career spanned decades and included a Stanley Cup with the Flames and key moves for the Maple Leafs, has died at age 90.
Cliff Fletcher, a towering figure in the National Hockey League, died at the age of 90, leaving behind a legacy that stretched across seven decades of professional hockey.
Cliff Fletcher, a pioneering executive whose seven‑decade tenure in the NHL spanned scouting, general management and advisory roles, died at 90, leaving a legacy of innovative team building and a Stanley Cup with the Calgary Flames.
The Toronto Maple Leafs announced the hiring of Judd Brackett as assistant general manager and Freddie Hamilton as chief of staff, bringing deep scouting experience and corporate acumen to the franchise.
Carter Meyer, a leading candidate for the 2027 NHL Draft, is exploring a move from the U.S. National Team Development Program to the Quebec Remparts while the San Jose Sharks contemplate trading their second‑overall pick.
A handful of 2024 draft picks are considering collegiate commitments that could keep their NHL rights alive through the senior year, reshaping their path to the pros.
Team USA fell 4‑0 to Canada in the quarterfinals, finishing the tournament with a 3‑1‑0‑4 slate. Devin Cooley made 34 saves, while Canada’s Macklin Celebrini, Dylan Holloway, Connor Brown and Sidney Crosby found the net.
Canada’s 4‑0 shutout of the United States and Finland’s win over Czechia set the stage for a semifinal round that will feature Sweden versus Switzerland and Latvia against Norway, with legacy and emerging talent intertwining.
A dominant performance by Canada sees the hosts defeat Team USA 4-0, with key goals, saves and empty‑net finishes shaping the contest.
With the trade deadline approaching, the Pittsburgh Penguins are evaluating how best to leverage the remaining value of their seasoned roster, especially Rickard Rakell, while weighing the future of Bryan Rust and other long‑term contracts.
The Detroit Red Wings have not made the playoffs in ten years. With financial resources, a deep prospect pool, and a clear need for a top-six center and defensive upgrades, General Manager Steve Yzerman faces a critical offseason that could finally end the drought.
After securing a second straight Gagarin Cup with Lokomotiv Yaroslavl, Byron Froese is set to end his 15‑year professional journey, reflecting on a path that included NHL stints with several franchises and two Russian championships.
After a wave of departures, Nick Oliver, the newly appointed head coach of St. Cloud State, is shaping the next chapter of the program with fresh talent and transfer additions.
Michigan State University's hockey program is projected to field a 2026-27 roster that could set a new benchmark for draft talent in college hockey, with up to nine players potentially selected in the first round of the NHL draft.
A dramatic shootout saw Ryan Leonard cap a 39‑34 shot advantage for the United States over Germany, with Devin Cooley making 31 saves.