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With Cale Makar set to become an unrestricted free agent next summer, the Colorado Avalanche must balance his looming contract talks with negotiations surrounding Artturi Lehkonen's extension, a deal complicated by injury history, rising cap projections, and comparable player valuations.
Matiss Kivlenieks, the promising Latvian net‑minder who died in a fireworks mishap in 2021, is remembered for his talent, his camaraderie and the indelible mark he left on his teammates and fans.
The Philadelphia Flyers' five‑year, $90 million contract offer to Anaheim Ducks center Leo Carlsson has ignited a league‑wide conversation about strategy, finances and future trades.
Michigan State's roster of prospects is making a strong impression at NHL development camps, highlighting both individual skill and the program's rising influence.
From the end of the NHL lockout to a snowblower mishap involving captain Joe Sakic, the Avalanche experienced a roller‑coaster of milestones, trades and near‑misses that defined a pivotal era.
An exploration of the ‘ghost roster’ concept reveals how teams chase ill‑fitting stars, overpay role players and sign dubious long‑term contracts, producing a litany of free‑agency blunders across the cap era.
From Michigan and Michigan State rivals to top NHL picks, the Nashville Predators' development camp reveals how college hockey is reshaping the league's talent pipeline.
The opening day of free agency turned the NHL into a financial spectacle, with clubs collectively pledging more than $862 million to a pool of 102 players, setting the stage for a season of aggressive roster moves.
The NCAA's new five‑year eligibility rule has minimal impact on the University of Minnesota Duluth's recruiting strategy, but it brings clarity for student‑athletes and signals roster changes ahead.
Drafted by the Seattle Kraken, Viktor Fedorov brings a Siberian background, versatile two‑way play and high‑upside potential to the NHL stage.
A $862 million spending spree on the first day of free agency reshapes rosters across the league, with marquee contracts and strategic trades defining the offseason landscape.
The University of Denver's hockey program is sending a record number of players to NHL development camps this summer, offering a glimpse of future professional talent.
The Minnesota Wild have inked Maxim Shabanov to a $1.6 million, one-year contract for the 2026-27 season, adding a proven scorer who excelled with Traktor Chelyabinsk and made a strong impression in his NHL rookie year.
In a move that sent shockwaves through the NHL, the Minnesota Wild acquired Blake Coleman and Olli Määttä from the Calgary Flames, parting with Jake Middleton and several draft assets. The transaction brings two Stanley‑Cup champions into the fold and signals an aggressive push for playoff contention.
Seven years after making history at the 2019 NHL All-Star Game, Olympic medalist Kendall Coyne Schofield returns to San Jose as the city’s new Professional Women’s Hockey League team prepares to play its inaugural home match at the SAP Center.
On February 25, 2019, Kendall Coyne Schofield made history as the first woman to compete in an NHL All‑Star event in San Jose. Her performance later inspired the creation of a women’s franchise, culminating in the upcoming debut of PWHL San Jose at SAP Center.
The Detroit Red Wings activated the NHL's free‑agency period with a series of signings, a trade and a re‑signing, while star center Dylan Larkin's future remains unsettled.
With the first day of free agency in the rearview mirror, Claude Giroux remains unsigned, and a quartet of NHL clubs are circling, each offering a distinct role that could shape the veteran’s final season and perhaps a long‑awaited Stanley Cup chase.
The Chicago Blackhawks have locked in Bowen Byram with a new deal, added forward Cole Smith and defenseman Ian Cole, and extended qualifying offers to prospects including Connor Bedard, while making several moves elsewhere in the league.
The second day of unrestricted free agency sees a flurry of re‑signings and record‑breaking deals, yet several high‑profile players remain unsigned.
The Dallas Stars traded key players to free up cap space, re‑signed several depth forwards, and face a delicate contract negotiation with star forward Jason Robertson while managing a roster laden with high‑value deals.
The 2026 ECHL Hockey Summer Meetings in Nashville brought together representatives from dozens of teams and leagues for a week of keynote addresses, breakout sessions, and the annual awards ceremony.
The Toronto Maple Leafs have committed to a three‑year, $21 million contract with Sergei Bobrovsky, a two‑time Stanley Cup champion, while a cascade of moves across the league reshapes rosters from San Jose to New York.
The latest Hockey News Big Show episode unpacks free‑agency moves, playoff forecasts, and surprising player developments across the league.