
Devils Lock Up Captain Nico Hischier to Five-Year, $58.5 Million Deal
Nico Hischier commits to the New Jersey Devils with a five-year, $58.5 million extension, signaling a new era as the club aims to rebuild around its core.
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Nico Hischier commits to the New Jersey Devils with a five-year, $58.5 million extension, signaling a new era as the club aims to rebuild around its core.

The New Jersey Devils announced a five‑year, $58.5 million contract extension for captain Nico Hischier, a deal that secures the Swiss star through the 2032‑33 season and underscores his leadership on and off the ice.

The Minnesota Wild are working to bring back defenseman Quinn Hughes on a three‑year deal, a move that aligns with the end of his brother’s contract and aims to maximize the club’s championship window amid a rising salary cap.

Former quarterback Fernando Mendoza and basketball alum OG Anunoby lead a slate of ESPY nominations that celebrate Indiana University's undefeated season and other marquee performances.

After being passed over in the 2025 NHL Draft, Finnish forward Matias Vanhanen used the disappointment as fuel, moved to the Western Hockey League, set a franchise scoring record, and earned a second‑round selection by the Devils, joining the ranks of his hockey idols Jack Hughes and Lenni Hämeenaho.

USA Hockey stars receive ESPY nominations as fan voting opens for the July 15 awards ceremony.

Cornell University announced a nine‑player signing class for the 2026‑27 season, featuring forwards, defensemen and a goaltender from across North America and Russia, all praised by head coach Casey Jones for their work ethic and competitive spirit.

The New Jersey Devils entered the 2026 NHL Draft with the 12th overall pick after missing the playoffs, targeting premium prospects to build around Jack Hughes and Nico Hischier.

The 2026 ESPY Awards highlight U.S. hockey excellence with multiple nominations across athlete, play and performance categories, inviting fans to help decide the winners.

The ESPY Awards will honor top athletes on July 15, with fan voting now open for categories featuring U.S. hockey stars.
Veteran forward Hilary Knight’s recent contract extension with PWHL Detroit underscores her dedication to the league’s rapid expansion and the city’s passionate hockey culture.

The past week saw a cascade of trades involving top prospects, picks, and seasoned forwards, with the Minnesota Wild positioning themselves for a potential Dylan Larkin acquisition and a defensive upgrade in the upcoming draft.

From CHL accolades to a gold‑medal performance with Canada, Xavier Villeneuve’s rise is marked by dazzling skill, injury setbacks, and a commitment to Boston University, where coaches see a future NHL mainstay.

The Minnesota Wild are navigating a pivotal offseason, balancing contract negotiations, free‑agent pursuits, and strategic roster adjustments to climb back into contention.

Jack Hughes' winning goal sparked a dispute over the game‑winning puck, with Wayne Gretzky insisting the artifact should return to the scorer.

Vincent Iorio’s recent waiver claim by the New York Rangers leads to a dual career in professional hockey and a stunt‑filled role on the Prime Video series "Off Campus," based on Elle Kennedy’s books and filmed in British Columbia.

Wyndham Clark, fresh off his 2023 U.S. Open victory, donned a USA hockey jersey during the RBC Canadian Open, drawing boos and a witty comment from Canadian golf legend Mike Weir.

Wyndham Clark wore a Team USA hockey jersey with Jack Hughes' name at the RBC Canadian Open, bought it from a fan, faced Canadian boos, made a birdie on the 14th hole, and clarified the gesture was a light‑hearted tribute to the U.S. win.

Wyndham Clark wore a Team USA men’s hockey sweater with Jack Hughes' name during a round at TPC Toronto, drawing boos from the Canadian crowd while he chased a third‑round 63 and a tie for second.

Wyndham Clark shot a 63 at the RBC Canadian Open, leading early while wearing a jersey that honored Jack Hughes and the U.S. gold‑medal win, drawing boos from Canadian fans before he removed it and continued his round.

The Buffalo Sabres winger Alex Tuch is poised to hit the open market as an unrestricted free agent, sparking speculation across the NHL as teams like the Oilers, Devils, Bruins, Blackhawks and Kraken evaluate how his skill set could address their specific gaps.

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 retrospective on the drafts that brought Nico Hischier and Jack Hughes to New Jersey, and the documentary that let fans relive the magic.
Time Magazine’s 2026 list of the 100 Most Influential People in Sports includes Jack Hughes, whose Olympic-winning goal and leading scorer status for the New Jersey Devils highlight a breakthrough year.