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Today's action at the IIHF World Championships sees the round robin conclude with key performances from Bruins prospects, while the NHL’s Eastern and Western Conference Finals continue with pivotal games.
The NCAA will implement a trapezoid rule limiting goalie puck handling in the 2026‑27 season, alongside equipment and stick‑infraction updates that affect both men's and women's play.
The Montreal Canadiens trail the Carolina Hurricanes 2-1 in the Eastern Conference finals, prompting coach Martin St. Louis to rethink a system that has produced some of the lowest shot totals in playoff overtime history.
The San Jose Sharks will debut a fresh alternate jersey for the 2026‑27 season as part of the NHL’s Hometown Remix uniforms, a move that coincides with the launch of the Professional Women’s Hockey League’s first San Jose team and a summer series of events.
The San Jose Sharks are set to debut a fresh alternate jersey for the 2026‑27 season, joining the NHL’s broader rollout of Hometown Remix uniforms that will be introduced league‑wide next year.
After a disappointing playoff exit, the Boston Bruins enter a pivotal offseason with $15.42 million in cap space, focusing on contract talks with restricted free agent Jordan Harris and uncertain futures for veterans Viktor Arvidsson and Andrew Peeke.
The upcoming Augusta Pro Hockey team will begin ECHL play in October 2027, marking a significant addition to the league's growth and the city's sports landscape.
A late correction in the Western Conference finals clarified that Jack Drury, not Cale Makar, scored the opening goal for the Colorado Avalanche against the Vegas Golden Knights, with goaltender Carter Hart on the ice.
Germany’s Lukas Reichel delivered a four‑point performance, Kirill Yemelyanov capped a hat trick, and NHL teams navigate injury concerns and roster decisions as the playoffs approach
The Panthers are poised for a whirlwind offseason, with contract talks around Sergei Bobrovsky and Daniil Tarasov, trade chatter involving Brady Tkachuk, and a slew of restricted free agents set to be evaluated.
The Colorado Avalanche, fresh off a President’s Trophy win, blend star power, resilient leadership, and a dash of luck as they chase another championship.
The Vegas Golden Knights look to translate early series momentum into a decisive Game 3 win, while reflecting on last year's collapse and the challenges posed by a resilient Colorado Avalanche.
From islanders' affiliate moves to Avalanche injuries and Knights' aggressive roster building, the latest playoff developments reveal both on‑ice action and off‑ice strategy.
During the World Championship, captain Macklin Celebrini forgot a simple pre‑game handshake with officials, apologized publicly, and received their forgiveness, while veteran Sidney Crosby was added to the roster.
The NHL and the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission have formalized a collaboration to monitor and prevent insider trading, fraud and match‑fixing in hockey‑related prediction markets, joining similar efforts with Major League Baseball.
The Golden Knights are defying early-season expectations, led by standout goaltending, offensive firepower, and a healthy lineup despite injuries.
A look at the key storylines shaping the NHL’s conference finals, including contract talks, injury impacts, and the ever‑present chatter of trades.
Finalist Dan Muse reflects on his diverse coaching background, the unique challenges of navigating without GPS, and the privilege of his career in hockey.
The Hurricanes have turned a frosty Southern Gothic beginning into a modern NHL powerhouse, driven by a passionate fanbase that embraces both tradition and the thrill of being underestimated.
The Vegas Golden Knights took a 2‑0 series lead after a 3‑1 victory over the Colorado Avalanche, fueled by a decisive third‑period surge and stellar goaltending from Carter Hart.
The NCAA is close to approving a five‑year eligibility window for college athletes, but hockey leaders are urging a tailored approach that accounts for developmental pathways and could reshape eligibility for many sports.
The proposed five‑year eligibility window threatens hockey players who spend years in junior leagues, prompting a coordinated push for a revised timeline ahead of a key NCAA vote.
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman voices concern that a fictional commissioner threatening players’ careers could damage the league’s image on LGBTQ+ inclusivity, even as he publicly supports the show.
The NCAA is poised to adopt a standardized five‑year eligibility window, but college hockey’s unique pipeline has sparked a coordinated counter‑proposal to protect athletes’ developmental years.