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With a projected $10.1 million annual salary, Alex Tuch's upcoming free‑agency negotiations reflect both his elite skill set and the growing financial pressures facing NHL teams.
The NCAA's latest eligibility proposal could reshape men's ice hockey, forcing players to weigh junior league experience against college careers, with a new age cap affecting dozens of Division I athletes.
Connor McDavid earns his fifth Ted Lindsay Award, joining an elite group of players, while the Edmonton Oilers fall short in the first round despite his historic statistics.
A Swedish defenseman with size, reach and SHL experience is drawing attention as the Blues eye a defensive overhaul ahead of the upcoming draft.
The NCAA's latest adjustment to eligibility criteria marks a significant shift for college hockey, aligning with stakeholder input and reducing legal uncertainty for the classes of 2025 and 2026.
The Pittsburgh Penguins are watching a handful of elite prospects as the 2026 draft approaches, with Swedish centre Viggo Bjorck, USNTDP forward Wyatt Cullen and Russian defender Ilya Morozov all on the radar.
Buffalo’s front office is negotiating new deals for Bowen Byram, Beck Malenstyn and Peyton Krebs, while a promising net‑minder arrives from the QMJHL.
Jordan Staal’s move from the Pittsburgh Penguins to the Carolina Hurricanes was driven by family ties and a desire for a top‑six role. Now a defensive anchor and captain, he leads the Hurricanes toward a Stanley Cup, marking a career defined by steady growth and brotherly partnership.
After a record‑breaking freshman season at Penn State, Gavin McKenna has announced his eligibility for the 2026 NHL Draft, a move that underscores his rapid rise and the growing stature of the program.
The NCAA’s latest proposal shifts the eligibility timeline to start at enrollment or age 19, a compromise that could keep 20‑year‑old juniors in the college game.
An 18‑year‑old forward from Whitehorse, Yukon, is expected to be the top selection in the upcoming NHL draft, but off‑ice concerns and competition from European prospects add layers to his draft story.
A 19‑year‑old from Yukon, Gavin McKenna, is projected as the No. 1 overall selection in the NHL Draft, having impressed with 41 WHL goals and 15 NCAA points, while emphasizing that money played no role in his collegiate choice.
The NCAA’s latest proposal ties athletes’ five‑year eligibility clock to enrollment or the semester after their 19th birthday, a change championed by hockey leaders and set to affect deferment policies across multiple sports.
Two of the most highly rated 2026 prospects are weighing college commitments while the USHL adds three western franchises, signaling a pivotal shift in North American hockey development.
The NHL and the NHL Players’ Association have voiced strong opposition to a NCAA proposal that would extend college eligibility to five years, citing hockey’s distinct junior‑to‑college pipeline.
The NHL and its players’ association have voiced strong opposition to a NCAA rule that would grant athletes five years of eligibility from high school graduation or age 19, citing hockey's unique development path and the potential for unfair competitive imbalances.
The NHL and the NHL Players’ Association have voiced strong opposition to a NCAA rule that would grant athletes five years of eligibility after high school graduation or turning 19, citing the sport’s unique junior and prep‑school pipeline.
The NCAA is contemplating a rule that would allow athletes to retain five years of eligibility starting from the moment they graduate from high school or turn 19, a move that could reshape college sports eligibility across the board. While the proposal is framed as a broader effort to accommodate students who need extra time to complete their degrees, the unique developmental trajectory of hockey has sparked particular concern among league officials.
Providence College announced the addition of forward Ryder Cali, a 6‑foot‑2 prospect with a strong rookie season in the OHL and international exposure, to its roster for the upcoming 2026‑27 campaign.
Two marquee events will transform Amsoil Arena into a global stage for women's and youth hockey next year.
The Detroit Red Wings announced they would not sign a group of young prospects, including Maxmilian Kilpinen and Landon Miller, after the June 1 deadline passed without agreements.
Physical education teacher Scott Tassone of Oakstead Elementary School receives the 2026 NHL Future Goals Most Valuable Teacher award for his community coaching, tournament fundraising, and lasting impact on young players.
WalletHub's latest analysis ranks eleven New York communities among the nation's top hockey fan destinations, underscoring record NHL revenue and growing attendance across the sport.
The NCAA has turned down a counter‑proposal that would have based player eligibility on age rather than high school graduation. A vote on the new 'five‑in‑five' eligibility rules is scheduled for late June, raising questions about the future of college hockey.