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General manager Kyle Dubas has invited dissatisfied or blocked players from across the league to consider joining the Pittsburgh Penguins, targeting impact talent in their mid to late 20s. The move signals a strategic push to reshape the roster with seasoned, high‑upside players.
The Seattle Kraken have announced the signing of 19‑year‑old defenseman Alexis Bernier to a three‑year, entry‑level contract after his standout performance in the QMJHL, where he helped the Chicoutimi Saguenéens capture the league championship.
The Seattle Kraken’s prospect pool climbs to fifth in the NHL, driven by standout talents like Jake O’Brien and Berkly Catton, while internal debates over development strategy surface ahead of an organizational audit.
General manager Bill Guerin outlined his strategy for the upcoming offseason, emphasizing the need to retain key talent and address the team's center position to chase a Stanley Cup.
The Maple Leafs are courting University of Denver’s champion coach David Carle, while the Oilers consider Craig Berube, and Karson Kuhlman renews his deal with Rögle BK.
The Seattle Kraken are poised to make a notable selection at the top of the upcoming NHL Draft, eyeing University of North Dakota defenseman Keaton Verhoeff as a potential cornerstone for their blue line. Meanwhile, the Coachella Valley Firebirds are locked in a tightly contested series against the Colorado Eagles, with J.R. Avon delivering a pivotal performance. The Kraken's ECHL affiliate, the Kansas City Mavericks, have completed a four‑game sweep of the Mountain Division Finals, extending their perfect postseason record.
With Evgeni Malkin's contract hanging in the balance and a wave of young talent poised to break through, Pittsburgh's front office is poised for a busy offseason.
Moritz Seider's 25 minutes of ice time and a clutch stick-save highlighted Germany's opening game at the IIHF World Championship.
Switzerland opened strong with goals from Pius Suter and Sven Andrighetto, while the United States answered through Alex Steeves, but a late push left a 3-1 deficit heading into the next match.
John Tortorella's decision to skip post‑game media duties after a decisive win has reignited debate over accountability in professional hockey, contrasting the Golden Knights' approach with more open practices seen elsewhere.
The 2026 IIHF Men’s Ice Hockey World Championship will be held in Switzerland from May 15‑31, featuring a roster that includes several rising Bruins talents.
Jake O'Brien, the eighth overall pick in the 2025 NHL draft, made his professional debut with the Coachella Valley Firebirds in the Pacific Division Finals. Though the team fell 3‑0, O'Brien's smart plays and composure drew praise from coach Derek Laxdal and hint at a broader rule change that could keep him in the AHL next season.
Colorado’s netminder Trent Miner delivered his third shutout of the postseason as the Eagles blanked the Firebirds 3-0, with the series shifting back to Coachella Valley for Game 2 on Friday.
With the NHL Draft approaching, the Seattle Kraken are poised to break their recent pattern of selecting centers, eyeing Swedish forward Viggo Björck as a potential catalyst for a new direction.
The 2026 IIHF World Championship opens in Switzerland with new participants and a packed schedule, featuring several Seattle Kraken players on international rosters.
After a first‑round exit highlighted a lack of pace, the Boston Bruins are weighing trade options for Owen Tippett, a free‑agent pursuit of Bobby McMann, and a potential offer sheet for Olen Zellweger.
A lifelong fan reflects on personal memories, the NHL's traditions, and the rise of the Seattle Kraken, inviting new supporters to cherish the sport's deep roots.