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Connor Celebrini sits down with Belmont Cameli, Joe Thornton receives a well‑deserved honor, and a wave of contracts, trades and viral moments reshape the hockey landscape.
Macklin Celebrini has signed a five‑year, $94 million contract that makes him the highest‑paid player in NHL history, while the San Jose Sharks aim to translate his emergence into a sustained playoff push.
Recovering from shoulder surgery, Mac Swanson is ahead of schedule and expected to be ready for the first game, while his strong sophomore production and participation in the World Junior Summer Showcase signal a pivotal role for the University of North Dakota.
Bronze‑medalists Cole Reschny, Keaton Verhoeff and Carson Carels join a field of prospects in Windsor as the road to the World Junior Championship in Alberta takes its first decisive step.
Thirty‑two players, including bronze‑medalists Cole Reschny, Keaton Verhoeff and Carson Carels, will compete in a Windsor, Ontario, showcase that will shape the final roster for the December world championship in Alberta.
From a $25,000 donation to USA Hockey Foundation to a flurry of player transfers and international showcases, the latest hockey news blends celebration with strategic maneuvering.
Alberts Šmits has signed a three‑year, entry‑level contract with the New York Rangers and will attend training camp this September, but a roster spot will depend on his performance amid a crowded defensive lineup.
Carter Meyer, a 2027 NHL draft prospect, is carving his own path through the USA Hockey National Team Development Program, aiming for a top‑10 selection while honoring his family’s hockey heritage.
A historic 14‑player NHL draft‑first‑round contingent will headline the Michigan State versus North Dakota showdown, a game that could shape the national title race.
University of North Dakota hockey standouts Cole Reschny, Keaton Verhoeff and Carson Carels have been named to Canada’s roster for the 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase, joining teammates from across the country.
Following a breakthrough year that saw the Fighting Hawks capture the Penrose Cup and reach the NCAA Frozen Four, UND has reworked head coach Dane Jackson's contract, raising his salary and extending his staff's agreements with performance‑based bonuses.
The upcoming showcase will feature practices and matches against Finland, Sweden and the United States, highlighting the continued impact of UND alumni on the international stage.
From a promising debut to a breakout season, William Eklund's career has been defined by steady growth. His recent move to the Ottawa Senators brings him back together with countryman Fabian Zetterlund and signals a new chapter for both player and franchise.
From a bronze‑medal run with Canada at the World Junior Championship to a ninth‑overall NHL draft selection, Keaton Verhoeff is poised to return to college hockey while pursuing his studies.
Several University of North Dakota players traveled to NHL camps this summer, delivering performances that ranged from a surprise home run to discussions about the rigors of college hockey, highlighting the program’s growing pipeline to the professional ranks.
A look at the most promising first‑year players entering the 2026‑27 NCAA hockey season, including top NHL draftees and key college signees.
GM Mike Grier announced a flurry of high‑value contracts and trades on the opening day of free agency, securing Jacob Trouba, Mason Marchment and Darnell Nurse while pledging support from owner Hasso Plattner. The moves, he says, are designed to blend short‑term impact with a sustainable path toward sustained success.
The San Jose Sharks complete a transformative offseason, signing marquee free agents, acquiring a veteran defenseman, and drafting promising talent to build around rising star Macklin Celebrini.
At the San Jose Sharks development camp, prospect Keaton Verhoeff talks about his growing friendship with Ryan Lin, his focus on skating improvements, and the inspiration he draws from Matthew Schaefer and Macklin Celebrini.
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.
Zack Ostapchuk signs a four-year, $9.4 million contract with the San Jose Sharks and outlines his summer development plan centered on strength, speed, faceoffs and edgework.
The 2026 NHL Draft saw the University of North Dakota's men's hockey program produce six draftees, featuring the first top‑10 defensive pair in school history and the highest‑drafted twins since the Sedins.
The 2026 NHL Draft saw the University of North Dakota produce a record six draftees, highlighted by two top‑10 selections and the highest‑drafted twins since the Sedin brothers.
The University of North Dakota announced that six of its hockey players were selected in the 2026 NHL Draft, marking a milestone with four first‑round selections and historic achievements for twin brothers.