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Colorado’s NHL franchise announced that André Tourigny has agreed to a multi‑year extension, ensuring continuity for a team that made its inaugural playoff appearance last year.
Nineteen‑year‑old defenseman Cameron Reid led the Kitchener Rangers to a third Memorial Cup title, earning a spot on the All‑Star team. Drafted 21st overall by the Nashville Predators, he will now head to the University of Michigan while preparing for development camp.
Six active NHL players are under intense scrutiny as the Hockey Hall of Fame weighs their statistical achievements against the awards that traditionally signal induction.
After guiding the Mammoth to their first playoff appearance, the organization has rewarded head coach André Tourigny with a contract that keeps him at the helm through the 2027‑28 season.
After nine consecutive years of voting for the NHL Awards, I explain the reasoning behind my choices, from the Hart Trophy to the Masterton, and highlight the players who earned my All‑Star and All‑Rookie nods.
Detroit’s front office faces a pivotal decision as star center Dylan Larkin seeks a move, forcing GM Steve Yzerman to weigh a win‑now push, a measured retool or a drawn‑out negotiation that could reshape the franchise.
The tournament saw Canadian forward Porter Martone shine for Team Canada, Swedish players Jack Berglund and Carl Grundstrom add points, and Everett Silvertips prospect Luke Vlooswyk help his club reach the Memorial Cup final before a loss to the Kitchener Rangers.
Norway edged Canada 3-2 in overtime to capture bronze, marking the nation's inaugural medal in the tournament while Canada's star‑studded lineup narrowly missed a podium finish.
In a dramatic bronze‑medal game at the World Championships, Norway’s 20‑year‑old forward Michael Brandsegg‑Nygard led all Norwegian skaters with over 20 minutes of ice time and set up the decisive goal in overtime. The performance arrives as the league prepares for an 84‑game season, while teammate Carter Bear’s recent Memorial Cup heroics signal further offensive promise.
Finland edged Switzerland 1-0 in overtime, with Konsta Helenius scoring the winning goal, clinching their fifth world championship.
Finland edged Switzerland 1-0 in overtime at the 2026 IIHF Men's Ice Hockey World Championship, with Konsta Helenius scoring the decisive goal and goaltender Justus Annunen delivering 22 saves. Captain Aleksander Barkov's three goals and eight assists anchored the Finnish campaign, while Switzerland's third straight final loss underscored their continued near‑miss.
Finland edged Switzerland 1‑0 in overtime, with Konsta Helenius scoring the winner while goaltender Justus Annunen made 22 saves. Captain Aleksander Barkov contributed three goals and eight assists, leading a Finnish team that has now secured five world titles.
Finland clinches its fifth world title in a 1-0 overtime victory over Switzerland, with Konsta Helenius scoring the winner and Justus Annunen delivering 22 saves.
In a tense overtime at the ice hockey world championship, Norway edged Canada 3-2, with Noah Steen’s decisive goal sealing a breakthrough medal for the Scandinavians.
Norway edged Canada 3‑2 in sudden death, with Noah Steen’s goal at 3:32 of overtime sealing a historic medal. Canada rallied from a 2‑0 deficit, but Finland’s 4‑2 win set up a final showdown with Switzerland.
Norway secured its maiden bronze medal at the 2026 IIHF Men's Ice Hockey World Championship, with Noah Steen’s overtime winner ending Canada’s title hopes.
Norway secured its maiden world championship medal with a 3-2 overtime win against Canada, as forward Noah Steen's decisive goal capped a tournament filled with upsets and breakthrough performances.
Finland’s 4‑2 victory over Canada in Zurich sets up a gold‑medal clash with the hosts, as the Canadians gear up for a bronze‑medal match.
Canada’s dominant 4‑0 win over the United States highlights a tournament that sees Finland, Switzerland and Norway join the final four, setting up a high‑stakes semifinal round.
A dominant Canadian side routed the United States 4‑0 in the quarterfinal, with Celebrini, Crosby, Holloway and Brown on the scoresheet, while Jet Greaves turned away 34 shots. The win ends the U.S. bid to defend a title last held in 1933 and propels Canada into a semifinal against Finland, where they will meet a team that edged Czechia 4‑1. Meanwhile, Switzerland rallied to defeat Sweden, Norway shut out Latvia, and the semifinal schedule is set for Saturday.
Canada delivered a commanding 4‑0 win over the United States in the quarterfinal of the ice‑hockey world championship, ending the Americans' title defence and advancing to the semifinals.
Canada's 4-0 win over the United States in the ice hockey world championship quarterfinals highlights a strong start to the tournament, with key goals from Celebrini and Crosby and a stellar performance by Greaves.
Team USA fell 4‑0 to Canada in the quarterfinals, finishing the tournament with a 3‑1‑0‑4 slate. Devin Cooley made 34 saves, while Canada’s Macklin Celebrini, Dylan Holloway, Connor Brown and Sidney Crosby found the net.
A look at the decisive performances that shaped the tenth day of competition, highlighting offensive bursts and clutch moments.