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The hiring of Manny Malhotra as Vancouver Canucks head coach is sending ripples through the NHL, especially for the Chicago Blackhawks' fourth‑overall pick and their pursuit of top prospect Caleb Malhotra.
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 Toronto Maple Leafs announced the hiring of Judd Brackett as assistant general manager and Freddie Hamilton as chief of staff, bringing deep scouting experience and corporate acumen to the franchise.
Two elite wingers, Jaxon Cover of the London Knights and Pierce Mbuyi of the Owen Sound Attack, have committed to Penn State and are set to compete in the 2026 NHL Combine, a pivotal step toward the upcoming draft.
Landon DuPont, a projected No. 1 pick in the 2027 NHL Draft, is considering Michigan, Michigan State and the University of Minnesota Gophers, with his girlfriend’s studies in Mankato and a close friendship with Gophers recruit Tarin Smith influencing his final pick.
The San Jose Sharks are poised to reshuffle their draft strategy, weighing trade‑back for defensive help or a star‑for‑pick deal that could alter the roster's balance.
Gavin McKenna, a highly anticipated prospect for Penn State hockey, discusses his tough collegiate season, the physical style of college hockey, and how the experience shapes his preparation for the NHL draft.
In a recent TSN feature, Gavin McKenna opens up about his formative season with the Nittany Lions, the defensive grind of college hockey, and how those experiences have shaped his readiness for the upcoming NHL draft.
Top NHL prospects are choosing college hockey for NIL opportunities, competition and NHL readiness, reshaping the draft landscape
As the program marks exactly one hundred days until Matt Campbell’s first season, a playful inventory of possible outcomes ranges from serious title contention to tongue‑in‑cheek scenarios that involve rival coaches, NBA stars and even a pickleball experiment.
After undergoing surgery for an undisclosed injury, Max Domi will miss the start of training camp, leaving the Maple Leafs to reassess their roster as they chase a top draft pick.
The NCAA is close to approving a five‑year eligibility window for college athletes, but hockey leaders are urging a tailored approach that accounts for developmental pathways and could reshape eligibility for many sports.
The proposed five‑year eligibility window threatens hockey players who spend years in junior leagues, prompting a coordinated push for a revised timeline ahead of a key NCAA vote.
The NCAA is poised to adopt a standardized five‑year eligibility window, but college hockey’s unique pipeline has sparked a coordinated counter‑proposal to protect athletes’ developmental years.
A documentary premiering on TNT on May 21 chronicles the rise of Gavin McKenna, a Yukon-born hockey star projected as the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.
An analysis of Gavin McKenna and Ivar Stenberg, the two leading wingers in the 2026 NHL Draft, weighing elite skill against proven competitiveness.
A whirlwind of trade speculation, coaching changes and retirements dominates the NHL landscape as teams reassess rosters and leadership.
The Vancouver Canucks hold the third overall pick and four top‑45 selections in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, a situation that has the organization debating between positional need and the best player available.
The Vancouver Canucks hold the third overall selection and four picks in the top 45 of the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, relying on a deep scouting effort led by Todd Harvey to build a stronger prospect pipeline.
The Philadelphia Flyers hold a single first‑round pick in the 2026 NHL draft, and a community‑driven scouting project is spotlighting four standout prospects.
Top prospect Egor Shilov has pledged to Penn State hockey, bringing a 82‑point rookie season in the QMJHL and a lethal wrist shot to the program, while potentially displacing Gavin McKenna on the roster.
The Russian forward’s pledge adds elite skill and faceoff prowess to Penn State, positioning the program for a deep run in upcoming seasons.
A look at how Nightingale’s talent pipeline is translating into elite NHL draft selections for the Spartans.
After a 78‑point campaign, Toronto dismisses head coach Craig Berube, announces a new direction, and prepares for the NHL draft with the first overall selection.