
Vegas Golden Knights Face Cap Crunch as They Plot Roster Overhaul
The Golden Knights have limited salary‑cap room and a crowded roster, forcing tough decisions on veteran contracts and young talent as the offseason unfolds.
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The Golden Knights have limited salary‑cap room and a crowded roster, forcing tough decisions on veteran contracts and young talent as the offseason unfolds.

Ryan Mougenel is leaving the Providence Bruins to join the Vancouver Canucks' coaching staff after a tenure marked by strong regular‑season records, two division titles and a coach of the year award, but also by limited NHL promotions and early playoff exits.

The Edmonton Oilers have appointed Mike Babcock as head coach after the NHL cleared him following an investigation. The move, championed by CEO Jeff Jackson and supported by league commissioner Gary Bettman, comes amid criticism from former players and a history of polarizing coaching methods.

The Toronto Marlies' 2026 Calder Cup victory marks the 35th straight season the ECHL has been represented on the AHL champion, highlighting a century‑long talent pipeline.

Colorado Avalanche coach Jared Bednar faces a pivotal decision as the front office weighs his future and the team’s direction for the 2026‑27 season.

A deep dive into the latest insights from The Hockey News Big Show, exploring trades, draft prospects, coaching shifts and the legacies of Toews and Bergeron as the NHL off‑season heats up.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have secured Darren Raddysh on an eight‑year deal, while the NHL’s buyout window opens amid a flurry of player moves and the return of veteran coach Mike Babcock to Edmonton.

After years of service as an assistant and a Stanley Cup victory as a player, Ryan Craig is now the fifth head coach in Vegas Golden Knights history, tasked with steering the team forward while honoring its established culture.

The upcoming unrestricted free‑agent period spotlights a handful of elite scorers, contract negotiations, and a reshuffling of coaching staff across the league.

From childhood memories of the World Cup to the buzz of the NHL draft, the sports world blends cultural celebration with front-office reshuffles.

After guiding the Golden Knights to the Stanley Cup Final on an interim basis, John Tortorella will not return as head coach, as announced by GM Kelly McCrimmon.

The National Hockey League is examining the circumstances behind Mike Babcock’s short-lived coaching stint with the Columbus Blue Jackets, a period marked by allegations of misconduct and a request for personal photos that sparked player backlash.

The National Hockey League has launched an inquiry into the abrupt resignation of Mike Babcock as head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets, a move sparked by privacy concerns and a series of controversial coaching tactics that have reverberated across the league.

The Hurricanes shut out the Golden Knights 3-0, with Jordan Staal earning MVP honors and coach Rod Brind'Amour adding his name to the Cup for the second time.
The Hurricanes secured their first Stanley Cup in two decades, defeating the Golden Knights 3-0 in Game 6. Jordan Staal’s MVP performance, Brandon Bussi’s shutout and a timely goal by Taylor Hall highlighted a series defined by disciplined defense and timely adjustments.

The Carolina Hurricanes clinched their first championship in two decades with a 3‑0 shutout of the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 6, highlighted by Jordan Staal's Conn Smythe Trophy award and Brandon Bussi's debut playoff shutout.

The Hurricanes clinched their second championship, driven by surprise contributors and a strategic coaching shift, while the Golden Knights confront pivotal roster decisions.

Coach John Tortorella has reaffirmed his confidence in Carter Hart despite a string of heavy losses, as the Golden Knights face the Hurricanes in a pivotal Game 6.

The final of the NHL’s Stanley Cup pits the Hurricanes against the Knights in a clash of strategy, talent, and leadership, with standout players and executives driving the competition.

A look at how Cassidy’s potential move could reshape the coaching landscape ahead of the Stanley Cup Finals.

With the Colorado Avalanche eliminated in four games, President Joe Sakic is set to discuss the club’s next steps at a season‑ending press conference, even as the Stanley Cup Final remains deadlocked at 2‑2 ahead of Game 5 on June 11.

The Edmonton Oilers are weighing a potential reversal on hiring Mike Babcock after the NHL Players' Association demanded a fresh probe into his conduct with the Columbus Blue Jackets.

The players' union has asked the NHL to examine Mike Babcock’s brief stint with the Columbus Blue Jackets, raising questions about his future in the league.

The Los Angeles Kings have appointed Peter Laviolette as their new head coach, signing him to a three‑year contract that could usher in a faster, more offensive style of play.