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At 17, Keaton Verhoeff left the Western Hockey League and stepped onto the ice for the University of North Dakota, helping the Fighting Hawks reach the Frozen Four and earning a spot on Canada’s 2026 World Junior roster.
The Montreal Canadiens are weighing whether to trade prospect Bryce Pickford, a WHL standout whose impressive stats and nominations have sparked both excitement and caution about his NHL transition.
The NCHC’s championship move, standout Combine results, and key coaching hires signal a pivotal season for college hockey.
A historic number of American prospects are being drafted into the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League, driven by recent NCAA rule adjustments that allow CHL players to retain university eligibility.
Christine Bumstead, a trailblazing coach with deep roots in Canadian university hockey, has been named the new head coach of the Seattle Torrent, tasked with leading the franchise in the Professional Women's Hockey League.
Scouting reports, statistical highlights and draft projections converge on Gavin McKenna, the Whitehorse‑born forward whose NCAA breakout has put him at the centre of the 2026 NHL Draft conversation.
Landon DuPont, a standout WHL defenseman, is considering a collegiate path with Michigan as a leading contender, a move that could significantly impact the Wolverines' defensive and power‑play outlook.
The Western Hockey League and the Lethbridge Hurricanes mourn the loss of Herman Elfring, whose decades‑long service helped steer the franchise to a 1997 championship and left a lasting legacy in Alberta.
The Canadian Hockey League welcomes the Penticton Vees, relocates the Newfoundland Regiment, and sees the Kitchener Rangers capture the Memorial Cup, while Stadium Journey rolls out fresh arena reviews that shape the future of junior hockey.
Top 2027 NHL prospect Landon DuPont is set to decide between Michigan State and the University of Michigan after official visits, a choice that could reshape both programs.
Seventeen‑year‑old Landon DuPont, a right‑shot defenseman with the Everett Silvertips, is courting both Michigan State and Michigan as they compete for his commitment ahead of the 2027 NHL draft.
Matias Vanhanen, a left‑winger from the Everett Silvertips, posted 87 points in his rookie WHL season and helped Finland shine at the 2026 World Juniors. The Vancouver Canucks are eyeing him with their 78th overall selection.
A look at the deep pool of defensemen, the leading candidates, and the complex decision‑making that will shape the 2026 draft.
At the NHL scouting combine in Buffalo, the Florida Panthers are weighing their ninth‑overall pick, eyeing Swedish centre Viggo Bjorck and WHL defenseman Daxon Rudolph after a dinner meeting, while the team looks to rebuild a depleted prospect pool.
A 19‑year‑old from Yukon, Gavin McKenna, is projected as the No. 1 overall selection in the NHL Draft, having impressed with 41 WHL goals and 15 NCAA points, while emphasizing that money played no role in his collegiate choice.
Landon DuPont, a 2027 NHL Draft prospect, has cut his options to two Michigan institutions. With visits scheduled and his impressive WHL stats, his decision could tip the balance for either team.
Landon DuPont, a coveted defenseman from the WHL, is set to decide between the University of Michigan and Michigan State, a choice that could reshape next season’s competitive landscape
Thirty former WHL players are set to compete in the 2026 Stanley Cup Final, highlighting the league’s impact on the NHL’s biggest stage.
Christian Kirsch became the third European-born goaltender to win the Memorial Cup, earning top-goalie honors and a spot on the All‑Star Team while preparing to join Quinnipiac University for the 2026‑27 season.
Top NHL prospect Landon DuPont, a Calgary native, is courting a handful of elite college programs, with Michigan leading the pack while Minnesota leverages family ties and resources.
The 2026 Memorial Cup Final in Kelowna saw the Silvertips outmatched by the Rangers, yet key performances from Vanhanen, DuPont and O'Reilly highlighted the tournament.
The Kitchener Rangers clinched the Memorial Cup in Kelowna with a 6-2 victory over the Everett Silvertips, highlighted by power‑play goals from Jack Pridham and San O’Reilly and a four‑point night from O’Reilly.
Ranked No. 37 among North American skaters, Tyus Sparks combines a quick shot release with a unique travel story that saw him fly across the continent for AAA hockey and earn frequent‑flyer upgrades.
The Rangers completed a perfect tournament run, defeating the Western Hockey League champions 6‑2 in a game that featured a 37‑second goal spree and a standout performance by forward San O'Reilly.