Cale Makar’s Contract Extension Sets New Salary Benchmark for NHL Defensemen
The Colorado Avalanche are finalizing an extension for Cale Makar, a deal that will exceed $20 million annually and reverberate throughout the NHL.
Aug 27, 2026
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Malkin’s Third Stanley Cup cements legacy amid controversy
Evgeni Malkin captured his third championship, leading the playoffs in scoring while his wife Anna and son Nikita watch from the stands. The Penguins' triumph over adversity highlights a career defined by resilience and partnership with Sidney Crosby.
Jul 26, 2026
The Syllable Experiment: Building NHL All‑Time Teams by Name Rhythm
By counting syllables in first and last names, enthusiasts have crafted imaginative all‑time NHL teams, inviting readers to weigh in on which combination feels most stacked.
Jul 6, 2026
Makar and MacKinnon Earn Postseason Honors, Lead Canada to Olympic Silver
Cale Makar and Nathan MacKinnon were celebrated for their outstanding 2025‑26 seasons, earning All‑Star selections and contributing to Canada’s silver medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Jun 12, 2026
Penguins at a Crossroads: Crosby, Draft Plans, and the Road Ahead
A look at Sidney Crosby’s year‑to‑year approach, the Penguins’ blue‑line needs, and the draft moves that could shape the next era of Pittsburgh hockey
May 16, 2026
Oilers Seek Fresh Leadership After Coaching Shake‑up
The Edmonton Oilers have dismissed head coach Kris Knoblauch and assistant Mark Stuart, opening the door for veteran Bruce Cassidy to potentially take the helm and reshape a roster that has struggled with impulsive decisions.
May 15, 2026
CHL’s 50 Greatest Players: Lemieux Leads a Half‑Century Celebration
The Canadian Hockey League named its 50 greatest players of the last 50 years, highlighting Mario Lemieux as the top junior ever and Sidney Crosby as runner‑up, while the Pittsburgh Penguins contributed nine representatives to the historic list.
May 14, 2026