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The Avalanche’s offseason combined key departures with targeted acquisitions and an eight‑year extension for star defenseman Cale Makar, keeping the team among the top contenders for the 2026‑27 season
The New York Rangers entered the offseason with a clear mandate to reverse a two‑year slump, earning a No. 7 ranking from The Hockey News after adding Pavel Dorofeyev, Sean Durzi and Marcus Pettersson. General manager Chris Drury’s strategy, praised by analyst Adam Proteau, centers on bolstering the forward lines, reinforcing the blue line, and shoring up goaltending with Joonas Korpisalo. The loss of Vincent Trocheck and a last‑place finish in the Metropolitan Division set the stakes high as the club seeks to end a Cup drought that began in 1994.
The Hockey News projects the Oilers to finish near the bottom of the league next season, raising questions about their playoff prospects.
Rumors around Kirill Marchenko’s potential move have faded, while Braden Schneider’s contract complicates trade chatter across the league.
Recent rankings highlight veteran coaches, while Sidney Crosby's agent hints at a lucrative extension and several teams make notable roster and management changes.
The Montreal Canadiens' pursuit of Columbus Blue Jackets forwards cooled after denials, while the Detroit Red Wings face a GM search and the New York Islanders prepare to announce Evan Gold as their new assistant GM.
Despite generating interest from several NHL clubs, Arber Xhekaj remains stuck behind a crowded left‑side blueline, leaving his long‑term fit with the Canadiens uncertain.
Mid-season acquisition Drew O'Connor not only stayed through the 2026–27 campaign but also delivered a career-high 17 goals, 100 NHL points and a league-top 85:13 on the penalty kill, earning an A grade and the Canucks’ unsung hero award.
After arbitration and a trade from the Toronto Maple Leafs, Robertson inked a $6.5 million, two-year contract with the Pittsburgh Penguins, a move that reshapes roster plans for both teams.
From potential returns of veteran coaches to trade chatter involving star players, the latest episode of The Hockey News Big Show offers a comprehensive look at the league’s most pressing off‑season questions.
The latest episode of The Hockey News Big Show dissects off‑season storylines that are already shaping next year’s narrative, from potential coaching returns to trade speculations and player futures.
Despite a career‑high shot total, DeBrusk's 10.5% shooting percentage and power‑play reliance highlighted a volatile season, prompting rumors of a possible departure from the Canucks.
The Philadelphia Flyers have re-signed Trevor Zegras to a four-year, $9.125 million annual contract, preserving cap flexibility while cementing a central piece of their roster for the upcoming seasons.
A look at Thatcher Demko’s challenging 2025–26 season, the injuries that halted his progress, and his plans for recovery ahead of the next campaign.
The Edmonton Oilers began the 2026‑27 season with three net‑minders, but a crowded crease is expected to narrow to a duo by the holiday season, with each goalie’s workload and form under scrutiny.
From a temporary appointment to a proven leader, Martin St-Louis has navigated challenges, guided key players and now faces a pivotal contract decision with the Canadiens.
Recent analysis from leading hockey outlets has turned a critical eye on the Seattle Kraken, spotlighting player descriptions, strategic concerns, and the mounting pressure on head coach Lane Lambert as the franchise looks toward a more promising future.
Ryan Warsofsky’s mid‑tier ranking by The Hockey News coincides with a contract year that places the onus on him to guide the Sharks back into the playoffs while accelerating the development of young talent.
In a recent appearance on Tony Marinaro’s The Sick Podcast, The Hockey News prospect guru Tony Ferrari outlined why the Montreal Canadiens should resist dealing their emerging talents, citing the strong development of Michael Hage, Jacob Fowler and the peak of Nick Suzuki.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have acquired forward Nick Robertson from the Toronto Maple Leafs, hoping his breakout potential and mentorship alongside legends will reshape the team's attack.
The league’s expansion plans bring both opportunity and risk, as the Wild weigh the value of their backup netminder against the allure of a high‑profile free agent.
Anaheim’s decision to match Philadelphia’s five‑year, $18 million contract for forward Leo Carlsson creates a seismic shift in the NHL’s salary‑cap landscape, prompting the Ducks to consider trades and the Flyers to scramble for a top‑line center.
The NHL has released an 84‑game schedule for the upcoming season, the Penguins have signed several new contracts, drafted fresh talent, and completed a key ownership transition.
The Canadiens sit fifth in the NHL and have a modest cap cushion to address contract talks and potential trades before the next season.