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Drafted in the first round by the Golden Knights, Piiparinen reflects on his Finnish roots, the team’s culture and his personal passions ahead of the upcoming season.
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Drafted in the first round by the Golden Knights, Piiparinen reflects on his Finnish roots, the team’s culture and his personal passions ahead of the upcoming season.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed nine newcomers ahead of the upcoming season, sparking a deep dive into how they will fit around Auston Matthews and what it means for the team's defensive and goaltending plans.

Team Minnesota captured the 2026 Brick Cup, defeating Detroit Jr. Red Wings 7‑2 in Edmonton. The tournament, steeped in history since 1990, showcased emerging talent and honored its founder Bill Comrie.

The Golden Knights stayed quiet on the first day of free agency, focusing on contract extensions, strategic trades, and preserving cap space for future upgrades.

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.

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 Vancouver Canucks' new general manager Ryan Johnson executed a series of calculated moves during the NHL's free‑agency period, blending veteran presence with long‑term planning.

Recent blockbuster trades have re‑aligned rosters and sparked debate over which players will see their fantasy point totals surge or stall in the coming season.

The Minnesota Wild face a critical offseason decision as owner Craig Leipold’s public guarantee to re-sign Quinn Hughes puts the team’s salary‑cap health and roster depth at risk, drawing comparisons to past missteps and the Toronto Maple Leafs’ high‑salary dilemmas.

A 16‑year‑old member of the NHL Power Players Youth Advisory Board describes the unique fan cultures, historic moments and personal connections he experienced while attending three straight Stanley Cup‑clinching games.

New York parts with future draft capital to bring a proven 35‑goal sniper into the fold, while Vegas cashes in on a haul of picks to alleviate a looming cap crunch.

The 2026 NHL mock draft highlights key prospects and the specific roster gaps each team aims to fill, from the Maple Leafs' top centre to the Sharks' defensive anchor.

The recent transfer of Brady Tkachuk from the Ottawa Senators to the Florida Panthers illustrates a broader shift in the NHL, where rising financial and cultural pressures are prompting U.S. talent to seek opportunities south of the border.

Brady Tkachuk’s move from Ottawa to Florida, motivated by family and market factors, reflects a growing trend of U.S. players leaving Canadian clubs for warmer, more tax‑friendly destinations.

The Edmonton Oilers have appointed Mike Babcock as head coach after the NHL cleared him following an investigation. The move, championed by CEO Jeff Jackson and supported by league commissioner Gary Bettman, comes amid criticism from former players and a history of polarizing coaching methods.

The Ottawa Senators’ recent deal with the Florida Panthers underscores a broader exodus of Canadian talent to American teams, driven by market dynamics, tax considerations and declining youth participation.

From Connor McDavid's early warnings to Brady Tkachuk's blockbuster trade, the NHL is witnessing a cultural shift as top talent seeks superteams and control over their careers.

The Boston Bruins face a buyout window, the Boston Fleet celebrates award success, key trades reshape rosters, coaching changes loom, John Carlson eyes free agency, Kyle Calder's passing is mourned, and Mitch Marner opens up about mental health.

A rundown of the latest player swaps, team strategies, and how tax considerations are shaping the free‑agency landscape in the NHL.

The Carolina Hurricanes' Stanley Cup victory has set the stage for a whirlwind of moves, with coaching uncertainties, high‑profile signings, and lingering questions about key players defining the upcoming NHL landscape.

The Carolina Hurricanes secured their second Stanley Cup title, driven by aggressive roster moves, a demanding coaching style, and clutch performances from both veterans and newcomers.

The latest episode of The Hockey News Big Show recaps the dramatic Stanley Cup final, highlights standout player displays, debates award considerations and explores the biggest trade rumors shaping the offseason.

The Hockey News Big Show recaps the championship series, analyzes standout player performances, debates award considerations, and explores off‑season moves that could shape next season.

The Hurricanes finished the postseason with a 16‑3 record, blending veteran leadership, aggressive offense and stellar goaltending to win the Cup, while trade rumors swirl around several NHL franchises.