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From Tage Thompson's $7M bargain in Buffalo to the Islanders' playoff hopes, the league's cost‑effective contracts and young talent are redefining team strategies.
An exploration of the True Value metric, its components and the surprising shifts it creates in player rankings
With the 2026‑27 NHL season opening on September 29, analyst Matt Larkin unveils his comprehensive top‑300 rankings, highlighting the safest bets, breakout candidates and sleepers across forwards, defensemen and goaltenders.
The latest analytical tool in professional hockey, dubbed True Value, is gaining traction among statisticians and front offices alike. By re‑examining how goals, assists and ice time are weighted, the metric promises a more equitable comparison of players across the NHL.
A deep dive into the True Value (TV) metric reveals hidden talent on third and fourth lines, offering teams a roadmap for identifying trade targets and maximizing roster efficiency.
The latest Upper Deck Overtime Hockey set details every base, rookie and parallel card for each of the league's 32 franchises, giving collectors a complete roadmap of the 2025‑26 season.
An analysis of the contracts that deliver outsized value for NHL teams, featuring players such as Lane Hutson, Jake Sanderson, and Brandon Hagel.
Analysts outline a tentative Canadian lineup for the 2028 World Cup of Hockey, weighing the impact of injuries, emerging talents and the evolving tournament format.
After retiring from a distinguished career, Bellemare joins the Lightning staff to help shape the next generation of forwards, drawing on his Olympic leadership and deep ties to the franchise.
From Oakville to Seattle, 6‑foot‑9 forward Curtis Douglas signs a two‑year, $2.5 million deal with the Kraken, bringing a blend of size, grit and community activism.
The Tampa Bay Lightning have secured John Carlson on a two-year, $17 million contract, hoping the experienced blueliner will shore up their defense and spark a playoff push.
The Toronto Maple Leafs plan to bolster their right‑handed scoring and address goaltending depth ahead of the 2026 free‑agency period.
The Tampa Bay Lightning will host a Locker Room & Sidewalk Sale on June 20 at Benchmark International Arena, offering game‑used memorabilia and player apparel, all proceeds benefiting the Lightning Foundation.
The NHL’s traditional awards gala has been replaced by a staggered rollout that unfolds across the Stanley Cup Playoffs, spotlighting the Hart, Norris, Calder and other trophies while the postseason reshapes narratives.
A freshman from Michigan is making waves ahead of the 2026 NHL draft, drawing praise from Red Wings executives and analysts alike.
The latest NHL top‑100 list from The Hockey News places Detroit’s Alex DeBrincat at No. 65, while a cluster of emerging talents from New Jersey, Minnesota, Chicago, Anaheim, Arizona and New York round out positions 59‑65, highlighting a shift toward versatile, two‑way contributors.