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The Hockey News ranks the decade‑long elite centers poised to dominate fantasy hockey in 2026‑27, highlighting scoring trends, efficiency and emerging talent.
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The Hockey News ranks the decade‑long elite centers poised to dominate fantasy hockey in 2026‑27, highlighting scoring trends, efficiency and emerging talent.

Isaac Howard aims to secure a key NHL role with the Oilers, while veteran netminder Adam Reideborn joins the Vienna Capitals for a tryout, and 16‑year‑old Benjamin Veitch commits to Boston College.

Julius Miettinen’s 27‑point playoff run, a league‑best plus‑minus and a championship with Everett have positioned him as a top prospect heading to the AHL and, eventually, the NHL.

Germany's hockey infrastructure, star players and upcoming NHL events are propelling the sport's growth, positioning the nation as a key market for the league's global expansion.

The Boston Bruins have revealed a schedule packed with historic milestones, elite visitor appearances and renewed rivalries that will define their 2026‑27 home slate.

Stars discuss new coaches, captain swaps, and the league’s ambitious plans for Olympic participation and expansion.

An analysis of the latest fantasy hockey tier rankings, highlighting elite stars, health‑risk players, and promising rookies for the upcoming season.

Poll grades, record‑breaking shots, franchise value, and the Oilers' plans for growth both on and off the ice.

The NHL’s alliance with FC Bayern Munich and upcoming games in Germany highlight a strategic push to cultivate talent and expand the sport across Central Europe.

The National Hockey League and FC Bayern Munich announced a multiyear alliance that will host regular‑season games in three German cities, launch joint fan initiatives and leverage Bayern’s global brand to expand hockey’s reach in Europe.

The NHL announced a sweeping alliance with FC Bayern Munich that will bring top‑level hockey to Germany, leveraging the club’s massive fanbase and global brand to accelerate the league’s expansion.

The Boston Bruins are set to play two regular‑season NHL games in Munich next season, the first ever in the city, as part of the league’s 2027 Global Series, highlighting German players and the league’s growing German market.

The 2027‑28 season will feature two regular‑season games each for the Boston Bruins in Munich and the Edmonton Oilers in Cologne, marking the league’s latest push to grow hockey in Germany.

The Hockey News projects the Oilers to finish near the bottom of the league next season, raising questions about their playoff prospects.

A recent projection by The Hockey News ranks the Edmonton Oilers 20th for the upcoming season, citing weak defense, an unsettled net, and the loss of key depth players as major concerns.

The Edmonton Oilers are navigating a pivotal season as new coaching tactics and young talent promise both opportunity and uncertainty.

Top forwards and defensemen are projected to exceed 100 points, while elite goaltenders vie for Vezina honors, but injury concerns and camp role shifts could reshape draft strategies.

The Athletic’s beat reporter explores the Oilers' critical juncture, from Connor McDavid's contract extension to the controversial hiring of Mike Babcock and the search for reliable net‑minding.

After posting just 41 wins, the Edmonton Oilers are exploring a controversial line‑up strategy that could reshape how Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl are used, while front‑office decisions and player retirements add further intrigue.

Matt Berlin leverages his hockey background and family medical roots to specialize in sports vision at New England College of Optometry, aiming to launch a practice that blends primary eye care with performance‑focused visual training for elite athletes.
With the 2026‑27 NHL season opening on September 29, analyst Matt Larkin unveils his comprehensive top‑300 rankings, highlighting the safest bets, breakout candidates and sleepers across forwards, defensemen and goaltenders.

Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid spends his off‑season on the golf course, balancing family time, fitness and charitable work that supports local causes.

The Edmonton Oilers are exploring a short‑term contract with free‑agent Anthony Mantha, a player whose offensive upside is tempered by defensive concerns and a history of playoff futility.

With a declining production curve and a hefty contract, Elias Pettersson could be the centerpiece of a trade that gives the Canucks cap flexibility and a fresh start.