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Maxim Massé’s latest honor as the David Branch Player of the Year underscores a career already decorated with multiple MVP awards, gold‑medal performances and a landmark draft selection.
Bowling Green State University’s hockey program is set to welcome a nine‑player recruiting class for the 2026 season, featuring a balanced mix of forwards, defensemen and a goaltender from top junior leagues.
Nathan Pavelski, a San Jose native and top prospect, was selected by the Kitchener Rangers in the OHL Priority Selection after a standout season with the Madison Capitols. Scout Whittaker Heart highlights his mental makeup and NCAA potential, while his father’s possible coaching role adds intrigue.
The 2026 OHL Priority Selection returned to an in‑person format in Kingston, Ontario, delivering a historic draft night that featured top picks, hometown heroes, and appearances by John Tavares and Doug Gilmour.
The Ontario Hockey League celebrated its 2025‑26 Business Award winners, highlighting outstanding achievements in content creation, community involvement, broadcast presentation and more.
The Vancouver Canucks hold ten picks in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft and are eyeing Kitchener Rangers defenceman Alexander Bilecki, a mobile two‑way prospect whose recent championship pedigree and skating ability make him a compelling target for the 41st overall selection.
An inside look at the leading candidates the Penguins could select in the 2026 NHL Draft, from rising forwards to defensive standouts
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.
The Nashville Predators are navigating a major organizational shift, highlighted by new ownership, a fresh leadership team, and standout performances on the world stage.
After leading the Kitchener Rangers to a 2026 Memorial Cup championship, third‑round Islanders prospect Luca Romano looks ahead to development camp under new coach Jay McKee, reconnecting with teammate Tomas Poletin, and modeling his game after Mathew Barzal.
The tournament saw Canadian forward Porter Martone shine for Team Canada, Swedish players Jack Berglund and Carl Grundstrom add points, and Everett Silvertips prospect Luke Vlooswyk help his club reach the Memorial Cup final before a loss to the Kitchener Rangers.
The Ontario Hockey League unveiled its 2025‑26 All‑Star and All‑Rookie teams, recognizing elite talent from across the circuit and celebrating historic achievements.
Finland secured a dramatic overtime win at the IIHF World Championships, Norway captured bronze, and Patrice Bergeron was inducted into the Hall of Fame, while NHL front offices shift and the Memorial Cup concludes.
Christian Kirsch became the third European-born goaltender to win the Memorial Cup, earning top-goalie honors and a spot on the All‑Star Team while preparing to join Quinnipiac University for the 2026‑27 season.
Christian Kirsch's flawless Memorial Cup run, Macklin Celebrini's world‑championship impact, and off‑ice developments from the San Jose Sharks organization illustrate a dynamic period for the franchise.
A whirlwind of on‑ice achievements and off‑ice ventures defines the latest chapter in professional hockey.
The Tampa Bay Lightning have secured forward Jack Pridham from the Chicago Blackhawks, adding a high‑scoring OHL talent to their roster.
The Chicago Blackhawks have dealt forward Jack Pridham to the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange for a third‑round selection in the 2027 NHL Draft. The move follows Pridham’s record‑setting season with the Kitchener Rangers, where he captured the Leo Lalonde Memorial Trophy as the league’s top overage player.
The Tampa Bay Lightning have acquired the rights to forward prospect Jack Pridham from the Chicago Blackhawks, trading a 2027 third‑round pick to lock in the youngster’s NHL future.
The Kitchener Rangers clinched their third consecutive Memorial Cup, with Sam O’Reilly making history as the fourth player to win the tournament's MVP award.
The 2026 Memorial Cup Final in Kelowna saw the Silvertips outmatched by the Rangers, yet key performances from Vanhanen, DuPont and O'Reilly highlighted the tournament.
Kitchener Rangers capture the 2026 Memorial Cup with a dominant 6‑2 win over the Everett Silvertips, completing a flawless tournament and cementing a legacy in Canadian junior hockey.
The Rangers completed a perfect tournament run, defeating the Western Hockey League champions 6‑2 in a game that featured a 37‑second goal spree and a standout performance by forward San O'Reilly.
The 2026 Memorial Cup has turned into a showcase for the next wave of NHL talent, with standout performances from defenseman Landon DuPont, winger Matias Vanhanen, center Nathan Lecompte and forward Jack Pridham.