
Avalanche’s New Look: Line Experiments and Bednar’s Future
The Colorado Avalanche enter the season missing key forwards, prompting coach Jared Bednar to experiment with line combinations while his job security hangs in the balance.
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The Colorado Avalanche enter the season missing key forwards, prompting coach Jared Bednar to experiment with line combinations while his job security hangs in the balance.

The New York Rangers will host a charity game in Fairfield, Connecticut, to raise mental health awareness while answering fan questions about prospects like Gabe Perreault and the impact of recent trades.

With Connor Bedard sidelined for the first month and Patrick Kane secured, Chicago evaluates 15 candidates for 14 spots, highlighting emerging talent and veteran depth.

Montreal’s management is reportedly targeting Calgary’s Zach Whitecloud to strengthen the right side of their blue line, a move that could reshape the team’s defensive depth ahead of the upcoming season.

The latest analytics spotlight left‑side goal‑scoring zones, highlighting Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield’s dominance for Montreal and the broader pattern across the league.

The 2026 offseason saw teams lock in massive long‑term deals, with cap hits ranging from $8.25 million to $18 million per year. Here’s a look at the ten most valuable contracts and what they mean for their clubs.

Last season the Boston Bruins nearly moved Rasmus Andersson to the Flames, but the deal collapsed. Now, with Andersson in Vegas and both clubs seeking roster upgrades, a proposed trade involving Morgan Frost and Mason Lohrei is gaining traction.

The Avalanche executed a series of high‑profile moves, sending Valeri Nichushkin, Jack Drury and others to new teams while securing fresh talent and contracts.

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.

Analysts discuss John Tortorella’s desire to stay in the NHL, the Buffalo Sabres’ search for goal‑scoring wingers, and the Pittsburgh Penguins’ balancing act between aging stars and emerging talent.

After a strong AHL season, Owen Pickering could earn a roster spot, offering the Penguins a fresh infusion of talent as they look to build on last year’s success.

At 20, Celebrini becomes the youngest cover athlete in NHL 27 history, while contract talks and trade speculations swirl around Carlsson, Larkin and other emerging superstars.

A look at the contractual hurdles facing Toronto’s key players and what they mean for the club’s future.

Former NHL player Joel Ward is named head coach of the Henderson Silver Knights, aiming to become the second Black head coach in NHL history while championing inclusivity through the Hockey Diversity Alliance.

The New Jersey Devils have secured forward Anthony Mantha on a two‑year, $9.5 million contract after his career‑high 64‑point season with the Pittsburgh Penguins.

The New Jersey Devils have signed forward Anthony Mantha to a two‑year, $4.75 million‑per‑year contract, hoping his proven scoring touch will revitalize a roster eager for a playoff push.

Steve Yzerman will transition from general manager to senior advisor, while the club searches for a successor. Dylan Larkin’s trade request and a roster of unrestricted free agents add urgency to the overhaul.

The Pittsburgh Penguins are exploring a low‑cost, one‑year deal with veteran defenseman Mike Reilly to shore up blue‑line depth after losing Ryan Shea and trading Parker Wotherspoon.

The New Jersey Devils have agreed to a two‑year, $9.5 million contract with veteran forward Anthony Mantha, who arrives after a career‑high 33‑goal season in Pittsburgh.

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.

New Jersey has signed forward Anthony Mantha to a two‑year, $9.5 million contract, aiming to add depth and scoring punch to a team that finished near the bottom in offensive output last season.

The Minnesota Wild are positioning themselves to acquire Dylan Larkin from the Detroit Red Wings, leveraging a strong draft capital and a favorable market environment despite a depleted prospect pool.

A look at how the Edmonton Oilers' odds have tumbled from +1200 to +900 in just two weeks, the impact of new signings, and how other contenders are positioning themselves for the upcoming season.