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Prime Video’s NHL on Prime Video will present 27 regular‑season matchups and select playoff series for the 2026‑27 season, starting September 30 with a Toronto Maple Leafs versus New York Islanders opener.
A growing wave of sister‑brother duos is dominating elite hockey leagues, blending talent, ambition, and family bonds into a new era of competition.
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.
Assistant coach Tim Gleason of the Carolina Hurricanes took the Stanley Cup back to Michigan, where he shared it with his community, his family and the next generation of hockey players.
In a moving ceremony at Trencin, Slovakia, Zdeno Chara removed his skates at center ice, marking the end of a storied career that saw him become a defensive icon and a mentor for the Boston Bruins.
Zdeno Chara’s final game in his hometown of Trencin combined a nostalgic match, a record‑breaking slap shot and a heartfelt gesture that left his skates at center ice, marking the close of a storied career.
The Capitals' 2026 draft class blends elite talent with injury concerns, highlighting key forward prospects and the team's strategic focus on value.
An inside look at how Kyle Dubas cleared cap constraints, added prospects, and revitalized the Penguins' roster through a series of calculated trades and signings.
Filip Hallander must pass a final medical test before joining Pittsburgh's training camp, while veteran Blake Wheeler heads back to Minnesota and Matthew Strome remains with the Hershey Bears after a productive AHL season.
The South Carolina Stingrays have added forward Josh Prokop and defenseman Luke Prokop ahead of the 2026‑27 ECHL season, bringing NHL‑drafted talent and European experience to the lineup.
An overview of the Metropolitan Division’s offseason moves, highlighting major trades, rebuild progress, and the lingering questions that could define the league’s most dynamic division.
Ryan Sandelin, a 27‑year‑old forward, has agreed to a contract with the ECHL’s South Carolina Stingrays, bringing his AHL experience and collegiate pedigree to the franchise ahead of the upcoming season.
Ryan Sandelin, a 27-year-old forward, has signed with the South Carolina Stingrays for the upcoming 2026-27 season, adding depth after stints with the Iowa Wild, Colorado Eagles and Utah Grizzlies. His father, former NHL player Scott Sandelin, also has ties to collegiate hockey.
Three overlooked unrestricted free agents — defenseman Nick Blankenburg, forward Pavol Regenda and goaltender Connor Ingram — could provide valuable depth for NHL teams seeking affordable talent.
Upper Deck’s expanded booth at the National Sports Collectors Convention in Chicago showcases signed cards, Blackhawks centennial exhibits and a revamped scavenger‑hunt redemption system that is drawing both dedicated hockey fans and cross‑sports collectors.
After a championship‑laden college run and a brief professional debut, Timothy Heinke signs a contract that positions him as a key forward for the South Carolina Stingrays.
Sidney Crosby’s longtime trainer climbs to a senior role with the Maple Leafs, the Penguins sit idle in trade talks, Mario Lemieux’s possible return surfaces, and Aaron Rodgers weighs in on pandemic debates during Steelers camp.
After a promising college career and a brief professional stint, Timothy Heinke rejoins the South Carolina Stingrays with ambitions of shaping the team’s future in the ECHL.
Alex Ovechkin’s recent revelation that Mario Lemieux is his all‑time favorite player offers a fresh lens on a career marked by record‑breaking goals, a gifted stick from a single meeting, and a rivalry that has softened into friendship.
The New York Islanders' AHL team in Hamilton appoints Evan Gold as assistant general manager and GM, highlighting his extensive NHL background and academic credentials.
The Islanders announced the hiring of Evan Gold, a seasoned hockey operations specialist, to lead both the NHL club’s assistant general manager role and the AHL affiliate Hamilton Hammers.
The Pittsburgh Penguins saw 29 players exit the roster in 2024‑25, sparking a cascade of trades and signings that produced mixed results across the league.
After eight years as assistant general manager and a stint leading the Providence Bruins, Evan Gold is set to move to the New York Islanders, prompting a series of promotions and new hires within the Bruins' management team.
The New York Islanders have announced the addition of Evan Gold, a veteran of the Boston Bruins’ management group, as their new assistant general manager, signaling a strategic push to blend analytics with roster development.