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Veteran defenseman Radko Gudas, 36, is generating league‑wide interest after a 13‑point, 56‑game season with the Ducks. With 657 hits and 420 blocks to his name, he could command a two‑ to three‑year deal averaging $3.5 million to $4 million, prompting the Panthers and Maple Leafs to consider a fit.
A look at the divergent criteria used by fans and league evaluators when ranking NHL defensemen, and what that means for the future of the position.
The Canadian Hockey League recognized outstanding performances with its 2026 Goaltender, Top Draft Prospect and Sportsman awards.
Edmonton Oilers are poised to move on from one of their most expensive defensemen this summer, a move that could reshape the blue line and free up valuable cap space.
Zach Werenski’s second consecutive First All-Star selection and Norris Trophy award cement his legacy as the Blue Jackets’ most prolific defenseman.
A Texas native’s breakout season with the Kamloops Blazers has positioned him as a top prospect for the upcoming NHL Draft, blending elite scoring with leadership.
Analysts predict the Toronto Maple Leafs will select Gavin McKenna first, with San Jose, Vancouver and Chicago following suit, while a host of prospects prepare for their NHL futures.
At the NHL scouting combine in Buffalo, the Florida Panthers are weighing their ninth‑overall pick, eyeing Swedish centre Viggo Bjorck and WHL defenseman Daxon Rudolph after a dinner meeting, while the team looks to rebuild a depleted prospect pool.
The Panthers are poised for a whirlwind offseason, with contract talks around Sergei Bobrovsky and Daniil Tarasov, trade chatter involving Brady Tkachuk, and a slew of restricted free agents set to be evaluated.
Michal Postava’s breakout performance in the AHL playoffs, combined with a crowded Detroit crease, has ignited speculation about potential moves involving several of the team’s top goalie prospects.