A Playmaker Emerges in Toronto
Gavin McKenna’s hockey sense, playmaking flair and drive to improve dominated the Leafs’ development camp, drawing praise from coaches, teammates and assistant GM Hayley Wickenheiser.
Jul 5, 2026
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NHL Offseason Moves: Bruins, Flyers, Kraken, and More
The Boston Bruins have locked down Connor Clifton and are hunting a top-six forward, while the Flyers' offer sheet for Leo Carlsson could spark a blockbuster trade. Across the NHL, teams are reshaping rosters with new contracts and potential moves.
Jul 5, 2026
NHL Offseason Moves: Bruins Lock Down Clifton, Predators Land Bourque, and More
The Boston Bruins secured Connor Clifton, while Mavrik Bourque chose Nashville. Philadelphia’s offer sheet to Leo Carlsson and other league‑wide transactions are reshaping rosters ahead of the new season.
Jul 5, 2026
2026 NHL Draft Fantasy Hockey Forecast: Prospects Set to Deliver
The 2026 NHL Draft has produced a crop of talent whose fantasy point projections are already drawing attention from analysts and fans alike.
Jul 5, 2026
Freshmen Prospects Light Up the 2026‑27 NCAA Hockey Season
A look at the most promising first‑year players entering the 2026‑27 NCAA hockey season, including top NHL draftees and key college signees.
Jul 4, 2026
Flyers’ Bold Offer Sheet Reshapes NHL Power Dynamics
The Philadelphia Flyers' recent offer sheet to Leo Carlsson, coupled with rumored moves for Pavel Mintyukov, is stirring the NHL landscape, while other signings and contract situations unfold across the league.
Jul 4, 2026
Flyers’ Bold Offer for Leo Carlsson Sparks NHL Salary Ripple Effect
The Philadelphia Flyers' $18 million offer to Leo Carlsson, coupled with four first‑round picks, has ignited league‑wide speculation about top‑center salaries, while trade chatter and a dinner memory in Ridgway add color to the narrative.
Jul 4, 2026
Maple Leafs’ Top Prospect Gavin McKenna Faces Number Dilemma
Gavin McKenna, the Toronto Maple Leafs' 2026 first overall pick, must choose a new jersey number after veteran Sergei Bobrovsky retains No. 72, leaving only three viable options.
Jul 4, 2026
Sharks Fortify AHL Roster Ahead of Rookie Faceoff
The San Jose Sharks have added several AHL‑ready players and announced the dates for their Rookie Faceoff event, while other NHL teams also made notable moves.
Jul 4, 2026
Maple Leafs Sign First‑Overall Draft Pick Gavin McKenna to Three‑Year Deal
The Toronto Maple Leafs have secured 18‑year‑old forward Gavin McKenna on a three‑year, entry‑level contract after he topped the Canadian Hockey League with 129 points last season.
Jul 3, 2026
Maple Leafs Sign No. 1 Draft Pick Gavin McKenna to Three‑Year Deal
The Toronto Maple Leafs have formalized a three‑year, entry‑level agreement with Gavin McKenna, the top pick in this year's draft, featuring a salary that climbs each season and up to $3.5 million in annual performance bonuses.
Jul 3, 2026
Sergei Bobrovsky Joins Toronto Maple Leafs on a Three‑Year Deal
After seven seasons and two Stanley Cup titles with the Florida Panthers, 37‑year‑old goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky has signed a three‑year contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs, citing the city’s “capital of hockey” reputation and his eagerness to guide young talent.
Jul 3, 2026
Sergei Bobrovsky Thanks Florida Panthers as He Joins Toronto Maple Leafs
After signing a three‑year deal with the Maple Leafs, Bobrovsky expressed deep gratitude to the Panthers, highlighted their championship runs, and outlined his excitement for the new chapter.
Jul 3, 2026
Predators’ Development Camp Highlights College Hockey’s NHL Draft Surge
From Michigan and Michigan State rivals to top NHL picks, the Nashville Predators' development camp reveals how college hockey is reshaping the league's talent pipeline.
Jul 3, 2026
NHL Free Agency: Record Spending and Roster Shifts
The opening day of free agency turned the NHL into a financial spectacle, with clubs collectively pledging more than $862 million to a pool of 102 players, setting the stage for a season of aggressive roster moves.
Jul 3, 2026
NHL Free Agency Spending Tops $862 Million as Teams Rebuild Ahead of New Season
Over $862 million was committed on the first day of free agency, featuring blockbuster deals, strategic trades, and lingering uncertainties that will define the league's landscape.
Jul 2, 2026
NHL Free Agency: Record Spending and Roster Shifts
A $862 million spending spree on the first day of free agency reshapes rosters across the league, with marquee contracts and strategic trades defining the offseason landscape.
Jul 2, 2026
Veteran Forward Claude Giroux Weighs Options as NHL Free Agency Opens
With the first day of free agency in the rearview mirror, Claude Giroux remains unsigned, and a quartet of NHL clubs are circling, each offering a distinct role that could shape the veteran’s final season and perhaps a long‑awaited Stanley Cup chase.
Jul 2, 2026
Maple Leafs Sign Bobrovsky, Spark League‑Wide Roster Shifts
The Toronto Maple Leafs have committed to a three‑year, $21 million contract with Sergei Bobrovsky, a two‑time Stanley Cup champion, while a cascade of moves across the league reshapes rosters from San Jose to New York.
Jul 2, 2026
NHL Free Agency Shakeup: Bobrovsky Joins Maple Leafs as Skinner Heads to Winnipeg
Sergei Bobrovsky's three‑year deal with Toronto and a series of high‑profile signings reshape the NHL landscape ahead of the new season.
Jul 1, 2026
2026 NHL Draft Prospects Gear Up for Development Camp Invites
Following the conclusion of the 2026 NHL Draft, teams are opening their development camp doors to a mix of WHL standouts, alumni and free agents, with a tracker set to expand as rosters are released.
Jun 30, 2026
Jackson Smith’s College Leap: From CHL Star to Penn State Defenseman
Jackson Smith, the No. 14 pick in the 2025 draft, discusses his move from the Canadian Hockey League to Penn State, his development on and off the ice, and his plans for the upcoming sophomore season.
Jun 29, 2026
WHL’s Historic Surge at the 2026 NHL Draft
The 2026 NHL Draft saw an unprecedented 37 current WHL players and two alumni drafted, highlighting the league's growing influence on the sport.
Jun 29, 2026
Historic 2026 NHL Draft Highlights Diversity and Emerging Talent
The 2026 NHL Draft showcased an unprecedented mix of cultural backgrounds, with first‑overall selection Gavin McKenna and other notable prospects making history.
Jun 29, 2026