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University of Minnesota Duluth freshman Victor Plante, son of former NHL player Derek Plante and brother of draft picks Zam and Max, has been invited to the 2026 USA Hockey National Junior Evaluation Camp in Windsor, Ontario, a key milestone on his path toward the 2027 World Junior Championship.
New York Islanders selected Lincoln Kuehne in the fourth round of the 2026 NHL Draft, reuniting him with Jacob Kvasnicka and modeling his game after Moritz Seider as he prepares for the 2026 Development Camp.
The 2026 NHL Draft saw Boston College produce six draftees, highlighted by Oscar Hemming’s 14th‑overall pick and impressive performances from Mutryn, Berzkalns, Murnieks, Henriquez and Cameron.
The Canadiens targeted larger forwards and defensemen in the 2026 NHL Draft, moving up the board to secure prospects like Timofei Runtso and Cooper Cleaves, aiming to reshape the roster with physicality and depth.
The New York Islanders added depth to their blue line and forward ranks in the 2026 NHL Draft, selecting a mix of Swedish defenseman Malte Gustafsson and promising North American prospects, as GM Darche praised the group's potential.
The Michigan State University hockey team received its 2026‑27 Big Ten schedule on Tuesday, revealing a slate that blends early road challenges with a late‑season home surge. The plan sets the stage for a pursuit of a fourth straight regular‑season title, while nonconference games against Northern Michigan, RIT, New Hampshire, North Dakota and Boston University add extra texture.
Finn Sears, a standout winger from Medford, Massachusetts, posted 35 points in 55 games with the U.S. NTDP and is committed to Boston College, positioning him as a top prospect for the 2027 NHL Draft.
Markus Ruck leads the CHL with 108 points, captured the Bob Clarke Trophy, and, alongside twin brother Liam, is poised to make a splash at the 2026 NHL Draft while planning a return to Medicine Hat.
Chad Kolarik's appointment brings a wealth of professional and developmental experience to Minnesota State, where he will help sustain the program's recent championship pedigree.
New Jersey Devils general manager Sunny Mehta is steering the club through a pivotal offseason, focusing on a potential contract extension for Nico Hischier, exploring trade possibilities for Dougie Hamilton, and monitoring the development of young talent.
New Jersey has quietly become one of the most productive talent pipelines for the National Hockey League, having birthed 33 players who have stepped onto the ice in the league’s highest stage.
A season marked by early adversity gave way to a late surge, setting the stage for a promising rebuild under new leadership.