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The International Olympic Committee has provisionally reinstated the Russian Olympic Committee, allowing athletes to compete under stringent anti‑doping conditions. The decision affects hockey governance and the prospects of Detroit Red Wings’ netminder Daniil Tarasov.
Brian Burke, who guided the Anaheim Ducks to their first Stanley Cup and championed inclusion through the You Can Play initiative, will be enshrined in the Hockey Hall of Fame’s Class of 2026.
The NHL is weighing a new Texas franchise that could reshape the league’s draft rules and impact Seattle’s roster.
ESPN gave the Seattle Kraken scant coverage during the NHL draft in Buffalo, opting to interview last year's top pick instead of the new selection, and the player's brief Canadian TV interview highlighted a stark contrast with other franchises.
The Fighting Hawks celebrated a historic NHL Draft, with eight of their committed players selected across multiple rounds, a feat not seen since 1984.
The NHL recognized Blackstone Valley’s senior hockey players with personalized jerseys, awards and heartfelt praise after a season marked by triumph and tragedy.
At the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, the league recognized the Blackstone Valley senior class with personalized jerseys, celebrating their championship run and resilience after a tragic shooting.
The Blackstone Valley Schools hockey team, still grieving the loss of three family members, were invited to hand out sweaters at the 2026 Upper Deck NHL Draft, where Commissioner Gary Bettman praised their strength.
Selected seventh overall in the 2026 NHL Draft, Chase Reid brings a blend of Michigan roots and elite junior experience to a Michigan State program eyeing a Frozen Four return.
The Blackstone Valley Schools hockey team, champions of Rhode Island Division II, were invited to the 2026 NHL Draft to hand out professional sweaters, a gesture highlighted by NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman as a tribute to their resilience after a deadly shooting.
The National Hockey League is exploring a potential expansion into Texas, targeting Houston or Austin as the next frontier for franchise growth. Billionaire Dan Friedkin has agreed to study the feasibility, while Commissioner Gary Bettman emphasizes that the decision hinges on market potential and league strategy.
The National Hockey League is exploring a potential expansion team in Texas, targeting Houston or Austin. Billionaire Dan Friedkin has agreed to a six‑month study with the league, while experts and existing infrastructure suggest the market could support a new franchise.
The league is studying a $3.5 billion expansion plan that could bring a new NHL team to Texas, with billionaire Dan Friedkin leading the effort and Commissioner Gary Bettman set to review the proposal.
The National Hockey League is evaluating a potential expansion into Texas, targeting Houston or Austin for a new franchise. With billionaire Dan Friedkin leading a feasibility study and an estimated $3.5 billion investment on the table, the move reflects the region's large markets and growing populations.
The National Hockey League is exploring a potential expansion into Texas, targeting Houston and Austin as prime markets for a new franchise that could reshape the league's geography and finances.
The Chicago Blackhawks acquire Bowen Byram and Jordan Greenway, the Pittsburgh Penguins welcome new owners, and the league explores expansion into Austin and Houston, while coaching veteran Mike Babcock takes the helm in Edmonton.
The league is poised to add a Texas franchise amid a $3.5 billion investment, and the Pittsburgh Penguins are set to be sold to the Hoffmann family.
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 National Hockey League is exploring the possibility of adding a franchise in Texas, with Houston and Austin identified as prime candidates. Discussions come amid a history of expansion and growing interest from local investors.
The NHL is evaluating a $2 billion expansion fee for new teams in Austin and Houston, amid record revenues and a rising salary cap.
Brian Burke's induction celebrates a career marked by bold moves, heated disputes, and lasting influence on the modern NHL.
Between 2000 and 2005 the Colorado Avalanche experienced record‑setting seasons, legendary performances, and moments that defined the franchise's identity.
Streaming dramas that blend romance with the gritty world of hockey are sparking cultural conversations about consent, assault and masculinity, prompting leagues and fans to reconsider long‑standing norms.
From the pages of Elle Kennedy’s bestseller to viral chants at the Stanley Cup Finals, the new series Off Campus is turning romance into a catalyst for change in hockey culture.