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The Avalanche’s 2026‑27 slate has been unveiled, revealing marquee matchups and a calendar that tests depth, while front‑office decisions and contract negotiations cast long shadows over the team’s title aspirations.
Keith Tkachuk, a Hall of Fame‑bound forward, has taken on a new advisory role with the St. Louis Blues and USA Hockey, scouting top talent at the World Junior Summer Showcase and gearing up for his November induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame.
The Leafs have added Darren Raddysh and Emil Andrae while keeping Oliver Ekman‑Larsson and Morgan Rielly, and they now face a crowded defensive landscape in the Atlantic Division.
With a declining production curve and a hefty contract, Elias Pettersson could be the centerpiece of a trade that gives the Canucks cap flexibility and a fresh start.
The 2025‑26 season marks a milestone as 21 NHL clubs appoint former AHL head coaches to head‑coaching or senior assistant roles, underscoring the league’s deep talent pipeline.
Standing 6‑foot‑3 and weighing 212 pounds, Matthew Kessel has carved a niche as a physical defenseman whose career spans the NHL, the AHL, NCAA championships, and representation at the 2024 World Championship.
The upcoming unrestricted free‑agent class for the 2027 NHL season brings together marquee talent, contract intrigue, and potential team reshuffles across the league.
The Buffalo Sabres announced the hiring of John Davidson, a Hall of Fame goaltender turned front‑office architect, to bolster their player evaluation and leadership staff.
John Davidson, a seasoned NHL executive with stints at the Columbus Blue Jackets, St. Louis Blues and New York Rangers, has been appointed senior advisor to the Buffalo Sabres, where he will collaborate with GM Jarmo Kekalainen on a franchise that finished last season with a 50‑23‑9 record.
The Sabres announce the hiring of John Davidson as senior advisor, highlighting his extensive playing career, executive achievements, and recent collaboration with general manager Jarmo Kekalainen. The move coincides with a trade that brings forward Zac Funk to Buffalo in exchange for Tyler Kopff.
The Sabres announced the hiring of John Davidson as senior advisor, bringing two decades of NHL management experience and a proven track record with the Columbus Blue Jackets.
John Davidson, a longtime NHL executive and broadcaster, has left the Columbus Blue Jackets to take a senior advisory role with the Buffalo Sabres, rekindling a professional partnership that dates back to 2013.
Montreal completes a high‑profile swap with the St. Louis Blues, acquiring forward Zachary Bolduc while sending defenseman Logan Mailloux the other way. Bolduc’s blend of offensive upside and hard‑hitting style could be pivotal as the Canadiens target a top‑contender status by 2026‑27.
John Davidson's extensive history with the New York Rangers and Columbus Blue Jackets brings a wealth of playing, executive and broadcasting experience to the Buffalo Sabres, where he will serve as senior adviser.
The Buffalo Sabres announced a series of personnel moves that include a long‑term contract for forward Peyton Krebs, a trade involving Tyler Kopff and Zac Funk, and the hiring of veteran John Davidson as senior advisor. The flurry of transactions reflects a coordinated effort to rebuild the franchise's hockey department.
Lars Eller's signing adds Stanley Cup pedigree and defensive depth to the Panthers, positioning him as a key piece in their quest for a championship.
In a candid interview, former Toronto Maple Leafs coach Craig Berube unpacks the pressures of a Game 7 loss, the impact of role players, and the team’s strategy as they eye a bounce‑back season.
A look at how NHL defensemen experience sharp drops in production and ice time after turning 39, with particular focus on Pittsburgh’s Kris Letang and other veteran stars.
The upcoming Match of the Year charity hockey game in St. Petersburg will bring together New York Rangers standouts Igor Shesterkin and Vladislav Gavrikov with Artemi Panarin’s and Mikhail Sergachev’s all‑star teams, supporting charitable causes while showcasing a novel draft format and festive atmosphere.
The NHL has released the 2026‑27 regular‑season openers, marking the Blackhawks' ninth straight season beginning on the road. Their first game pits them against the Golden Knights in a marquee matchup on Sept. 29, with a home debut slated for Oct. 6 against the Blues.
The NHL announced the 2026‑27 home openers, revealing that the Blackhawks will begin on the road against the Golden Knights before a series of away games and a October home opener against the Blues.
The Blues will open their 2026‑27 campaign at home against the San Jose Sharks on Oct. 8, then hit the road for games versus the Dallas Stars and Chicago Blackhawks before the complete schedule is released.
The New Jersey Devils announced a series of appointments that will see Leo Luongo take charge of goaltending, while Ted Donato, AJ MacLean and Dan Stewart join as assistant coaches, strengthening the team’s depth and expertise.
Carter Meyer, a top 2027 NHL draft prospect, is leaving the U.S. National Team Development Program to join the Quebec Remparts, where he will be surrounded by other elite 2009-born prospects.