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The 2026 NHL Draft saw the Nashville Predators select forward Wyatt Cullen with the tenth overall pick, a move that underscores his rapid development and potential to become a top‑six scorer.
Kevin Porter, a former University of Michigan defenseman and longtime coach, is set to lead the U.S. National Under‑18 Team through the 2026‑27 season, culminating in the IIHF Under‑18 Men’s World Championship in Duluth, Minnesota.
USA Hockey reveals the 2026‑27 Kroger College Series home schedule, featuring single‑game visits from Boston College, Bowling Green State University, and the University of Michigan, a two‑game series with Maryville University, and a matchup against Trine University, all while showcasing a roster of elite prospects.
The upcoming Stanley Cup Final will feature eleven former USHL players, underscoring the league’s role in developing championship talent.
Veteran center Andrew Copp closes out his fifth season with the Red Wings, posting a career‑high 43 points while navigating a contract year and a positional shift under coach Todd McLellan.
The upcoming tournament will feature the recent Hobey Baker Award winners, a blend of college programs, and a potential United States versus Canada showdown, all leading up to the gold‑medal game on May 31, 2026.
USA Hockey names Kevin Porter as head coach of the NTDP U18 team for the 2026-27 season while the Buffalo Sabres fight for a Game 7 against Montreal, the Vegas Golden Knights confront media penalties, and Quinn Hughes weighs a contract extension with the Minnesota Wild.
Kevin Porter, a 12‑year NHL veteran and Hobey Baker laureate, transitions to head coach of the NTDP, bringing a championship pedigree and extensive leadership experience.
After three seasons shaping the nation’s top under‑18 talent, Greg Moore’s contract with the National Team Development Program was not renewed, ending a stint marked by silver and bronze medals on the world stage.
Kevin Porter, a Stanley Cup champion and former NTDP captain, has been appointed head coach of the National Team Development Program, succeeding Greg Moore and bringing a decorated playing and coaching résumé to the role.