Women’s Hockey’s Hall of Fame Gap: A Call for Reform
The Hockey Hall of Fame has inducted only 15 female players, even as the sport celebrates over a hundred years of women's competition. A new proposal seeks to right this imbalance.
Jul 1, 2026
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Breaking the Ice: Why Women Still Struggle for Hall of Fame Recognition
The Hockey Hall of Fame has inducted only 15 women players despite a century of pioneering contributions. With just two women on its 18‑member selection committee, the current process risks overlooking deserving female pioneers.
Jul 1, 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 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
Arseny Gritsyuk Re-ups with New Jersey Devils for Three Years
The New Jersey Devils have secured the services of forward Arseny Gritsyuk through a three‑year, $9.75 million deal, highlighting his rapid emergence from KHL standout to NHL contributor.
Jun 30, 2026
Ricard Persson Elevates to Director of Amateur Scouting with the Minnesota Wild
After 17 years with the Minnesota Wild, Ricard Persson ascends to Director of Amateur Scouting, overseeing the team's draft strategy and European talent identification.
Jun 30, 2026
Phil Housley Returns to the NHL as Kings’ New Coach
At 62, former NHL defenseman Phil Housley joins the Los Angeles Kings as head coach, bringing decades of on‑ice brilliance and international coaching success.
Jun 30, 2026
U.S. Hockey Calls Up USHL Talent and NCAA Alumni for 2026 Summer Showcase
USA Hockey will bring together 18 USHL prospects and 15 NCAA alumni for a week of practices and international games, setting the stage for the 2027 tournament.
Jun 30, 2026
U.S. Roster for 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase Boasts Nine First‑Round Picks
The upcoming showcase will feature top prospects like Chase Reid and Wyatt Cullen, a record number of NHL draftees, and a coaching staff that has guided the U.S. to recent gold medals.
Jun 30, 2026
LA Kings unveil 39‑player roster for 2026 Development Camp
The Kings announced a 39‑player lineup for their upcoming development camp, highlighting a blend of draft picks, European standouts and returning alumni.
Jun 28, 2026
LA Kings’ 2026 Draft Haul Showcases Global Talent
The Los Angeles Kings selected eleven players in the 2026 NHL Draft, led by first‑round forward Elton Hermansson, while a diverse group of prospects from Canada, Slovakia, Russia, Finland, Germany and the United States begin their professional journeys.
Jun 27, 2026
Cindy Curley Joins Hall of Fame, Reflecting on a Pioneering Career in Women’s Hockey
Cindy Curley, a Hall of Fame inductee of the 2026 class, shares memories of early breakthroughs, leadership on the national team, and the rising momentum of women's hockey in the United States.
Jun 27, 2026
17‑Year‑Old Finnish Winger Oscar Hemming Drafted by Columbus Blue Jackets
Oscar Hemming, a 17‑year‑old winger from Vaasa, Finland, was selected by the Columbus Blue Jackets in the 2026 NHL Draft and has already begun to turn heads at Boston College.
Jun 27, 2026
Boston University Standouts Selected in Opening Round of 2026 NHL Draft
The first round of the 2026 NHL Draft featured Boston University alumni Caleb Malhotra and Tynan Lawrence, each joining NHL clubs with notable family connections and collegiate achievements.
Jun 27, 2026
Oscar Hemming’s NHL Draft Journey Takes Him to Boston College
Selected by the Columbus Blue Jackets in the 2026 NHL Draft, Oscar Hemming is set to return to Boston College for another year, bringing elite puck control and physicality to the Eagles’ roster.
Jun 27, 2026
Kings Draft Hermansson 19th Overall in 2026 NHL Draft
The Los Angeles Kings selected forward Elton Hermansson with the 19th overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, a move that follows his gold‑medal performance with Sweden and a standout season in the HockeyAllsvenskan.
Jun 27, 2026
Brandt Clarke Inks Five‑Year, $7.4 Million Deal with Los Angeles Kings
The Los Angeles Kings have secured Brandt Clarke through 2029, rewarding his career‑high production with a $7.4 million annual salary.
Jun 26, 2026
Badgers Make History with Dual Big Ten Medal of Honor Recipients
Two Wisconsin hockey stars receive the 2026 Big Ten Medal of Honor, making program history with athletic and academic excellence.
Jun 25, 2026
Slovakia’s Young Guns Secure Historic Bronze in Beijing, Igniting Hockey Hope
Slovakia's men's Olympic hockey team captured a bronze medal in Beijing, a breakthrough that spotlights a generation of promising players and revives the nation's storied but long‑awaited pursuit of international dominance.
Jun 25, 2026
Francesco Pinelli Signs Two‑Way Deal with Los Angeles Kings
The Los Angeles Kings have officially signed forward Francesco Pinelli to a one‑year, two‑way contract worth $850,000 per season through the 2026‑27 campaign. The move adds depth to the roster and introduces a player with a strong AHL record, European championship experience, and international representation.
Jun 24, 2026
U.S. National Junior Team Eyes Eighth Gold at 2027 IIHF World Junior Championship
The United States will open its 2027 campaign against Sweden, Finland, Slovakia and Germany in Red Deer, aiming to add a historic eighth championship to its résumé.
Jun 24, 2026
Pekka Rinne Makes History as First Predators Player in Hockey Hall of Fame
After a 15‑year career that included a Vezina Trophy, a Stanley Cup Final run and international MVP honors, Pekka Rinne will be enshrined in the Hall of Fame this November in Toronto.
Jun 23, 2026
Red Wings Legends Snubbed Again in 2026 Hall of Fame Class
The 2026 Hockey Hall of Fame class was announced, leaving out two of Detroit’s most decorated players, Henrik Zetterberg and Chris Osgood, despite their extensive achievements.
Jun 23, 2026