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Upper Deck will release the 2025‑26 Parkhurst Hockey set on physical cards July 15, 2026, reviving a classic design and introducing chase cards that feature emerging stars and tributes to hockey legends.
On July 15, the New York Islanders and the National Hockey League unveiled the official logo for the 2027 All‑Star Weekend, set for February 5‑6 at UBS Arena on Long Island. The design pays homage to the team’s 1990s fisherman motif, while the event will feature a five‑team, 3‑on‑3 round‑robin tournament and a $2 million prize purse.
The Pittsburgh Penguins open the 2026‑27 season against the Philadelphia Flyers on September 30, highlighted by a tripleheader launch, a home opener against Montreal, and a Washington, D.C., visit, all broadcast on TNT.
The Avalanche boast a 27‑12‑1 opening‑night record, a .663 points percentage that ranks third in NHL history, and have won eight of their last ten such games, setting the stage for another showdown with the Los Angeles Kings.
The Montreal Canadiens confront a high‑stakes roster decision as the NHL considers a new franchise in Texas, forcing a careful balance between protecting key talent and meeting exposure requirements.
As the American Hockey League marks its 90th season, the league reflects on the four founding clubs that still compete, the milestones they’ve achieved, and the new teams that could join their storied ranks.
A recent analysis places the Detroit Red Wings at the bottom of the NHL’s aggression rankings for 2025‑26, reflecting a league‑wide shift toward skill and speed. New forward Keegan Kolesar aims to add physicality to a team that has missed the playoffs for a decade.
The Flyers will start the 2024‑25 NHL season with a home matchup against the Penguins, followed by a back‑to‑back stretch, while goalie prospects rise and the front office eyes free‑agent signings. Across the league, Detroit parts ways with Steve Yzerman.
Only ten active NHL clubs have never lifted the Stanley Cup, and the Sabres, Canucks, Jets, Wild, and Mammoth stand out as the most likely to end that drought.
From a high‑scoring opener to a penalty‑laden showdown and a rookie’s first goal, the 2025‑26 campaign delivered drama at every turn.
The term coined by Cory Doctorow to describe a steady decline in product quality now haunts Canada’s favourite game, as rising fees, gambling ads and the loss of free public coverage reshape how fans engage with hockey.
The Wild open the 2026‑27 NHL season on October 1 in Nashville before hosting the Boston Bruins on October 3, with the full schedule to be released soon.
The Minnesota Wild, Buffalo Sabres and Utah hockey club are among the few franchises yet to lift the Stanley Cup, and each brings a distinct set of strengths and challenges to the race.
The 2025‑26 NHL campaign unfolded with a series of high‑stakes matchups that captured the attention of fans across North America, featuring dramatic comebacks, milestone achievements, and shifts in playoff prospects.
The Panthers released their full 2026‑27 schedule on Thursday, highlighting an opening night clash with the Hurricanes, a November showdown with the Oilers and a series of games against the Lightning, while also noting home‑stand patterns, holiday dates and the return of several former players.
The NHL has announced the full schedule for the Columbus Blue Jackets, revealing a balanced 84‑game slate that includes a strong home opening stretch and numerous key matchups.
The Avalanche's upcoming campaign will feature 84 games, a shortened preseason and a landmark season opener against the Los Angeles Kings at Ball Arena.
The league announces a full season of 84 games per team, opening with the Hurricanes raising their banner, while Disney, TNT Sports and Sportsnet share broadcast rights and international events are slated across Europe and North America.
The league’s longest schedule sets the stage for the Anaheim Ducks’ home opener against the Florida Panthers, a contested offer sheet for Leo Carlsson, and early tests against the Edmonton Oilers and Vegas Golden Knights, while emerging talent like Macklin Celebrini looms on the horizon.
The Chicago Blackhawks have announced their full 84‑game schedule, featuring a September 29 road opener, weekday home games at 7 p.m. CT, holiday matchups, a Germany stop, and a 10‑day break for the All‑Star Weekend.
The Nashville Predators will play 84 games next season, including a franchise‑record 42 home contests at Bridgestone Arena, with a slate of high‑profile opponents and special holiday games.
The Panthers have unveiled their full slate for the upcoming campaign, highlighting a four‑game opening road trip, a marquee home debut, and a series of homestands that will keep fans engaged throughout the year.
The Avalanche announce an 84‑game slate that includes a Winter Classic debut, holiday breaks and a dense stretch of games across the winter months.
The Ducks have released their full 2026‑27 regular‑season schedule, which includes 84 games, the most in franchise history, and a home opener against the Florida Panthers on Oct. 4.