Virtually all avenues are open to the San Jose Sharks with the second overall pick in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, but as they told Spiderman, “With great power comes great responsibility.” Despite the fact that General Manager Mike Grier can select virtually anyone with this draft pick, there are only a handful of players that truly stand out as qualified to be selected with the second overall pick. Everyone is assuming that the Toronto Maple Leafs will select Gavin McKen
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Islanders hired Stanley Cup winner Pascal Dupuis as director of player development, the team announced Tuesday. Dupuis, 47, spent the past three seasons in the front office for the Shawinigan Cataractes in the Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League and has been with the team in various capacities the The post New
On the same day the Edmonton Oilers announced Mike Babcock as the 19th head coach in franchise history, they also introduced D.J. Smith as a new associate coach. For some,…
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman reportedly informed the league's Board of Governors during a meeting in New York on Tuesday that a process will begin to investigate the possibility of an expansion franchise in Houston or Austin, Texas, per Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet and NHL Network.
OWEN SOUND, ON – The Owen Sound Attack have announced the signing of 2025 CHL Import Draft selection Lucian Bernat to an OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement. Selected by the Attack in the second round (75th overall) of the 2025 CHL Import Draft, the 6-foot-4, 201-pound winger arrives in Owen Sound following a strong 2025-26 season that saw Bernat register 31 points (15-16–31) with Tappara Tampere U20 in Finland. The native of
As it stands, the Calgary Flames have four second-round picks. We’ve already looked at the history of the other three, but the 55th overall pick, originally owned by the Ottawa Senators, is an interesting one. Unlike the 51st overall pick, it hasn’t produced a Hall of Famer, but on top of a handful of All-Stars,…
The post Red Wings Will Traverse The State no More appeared first on Detroit Hockey Now. Announcing their plans for the 2026-27 NHL preseason, the Detroit Red Wings revealed that a long-standing franchise tradition was being […] The post Red Wings Will Traverse The
On Monday’s edition of Canucks Conversation, David Quadrelli and Harman Dayal were joined by the hosts of Blackfish — our Canucks prospect show — Tyson Cole and Dave Hall to select the top 33 picks of the 2026 NHL Draft, which kicks off on Friday. The guys went to pick 33, since the Vancouver Canucks…
Buffalo Sabres Assistant General Manager Jerry Forton joined the Buffalo Sabres’ show, Sabres Live, with Brian Duff and Martin Biron on June 23, 2026. They discussed the anticipation for the upcoming NHL Draft, working with Buffalo Sabres General Manager Jarmo Kekäläinen, and the scouting process. They also talked about the future of Buffalo Sabres Forward Alex Tuch, and the trade of Defenseman Michael Kesselring. Subscribe to the Buffalo Sabres YT Channel: https://bit.ly/2G1G8eT For More Sabre
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A rather… surprising (?) rumor is currently circulating about Auston Matthews’ future in Toronto. According to a source cited by Howard Berger (who covers the Leafs), one of the three California teams has reportedly offered the Maple Leafs two first-round picks in exchange for the Toronto captain. The identity of the team, however, has not […] The post RUMOR: Auston Mat
Brady Tkachuk claims that playing with his brother Matthew wasn't the primary reason he wanted to leave the Ottawa Senators to join the Florida Panthers.
"Brynäs IF kan idag presentera ett välmeriterat nyförvärv till SHL-laget. Den 27-årige finske backen Juuso Välimäki har skrivit på ett tvåårskontrakt som sträcker sig över säsongen 2027/28."
There is a growing trend of players seeking to move to sunny destinations to join competitive teams, but will this become a problem for the league? Justin Bourne writes why this is a boom-or-bust phase and, eventually, other cities will become a destination.
Fife Flyers are delighted to announce the signing of forward Xander Lamppa ahead of the 2026/27 season. The 26-year-old American from Rochester, Minnesota arrives in Fife following three seasons with the ECHL’s Maine Mariners. In his most recent campaign, Lamppa recorded 16 goals and 13 assists for 29 points in 68 appearances. Prior to turning […] The post Flyers Secure Forward Xander Lamppa for 2026/27 first a
After weeks of speculation, Mike Babcock has officially been hired as the new head coach of the Edmonton Oilers. Babcock joins the Oilers after they fired their previous bench boss, Kris Knoblauch, following the team’s first-round elimination in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Oilers initially expressed interest in hiring Babcock in early June. The
The post Intimidating Swede Leads Red Wings No. 11-20 Prospect Group appeared first on Detroit Hockey Now. Intimidating hitter Eddie Genborg leads the list of Detroit Red Wings prospect ranked from No. 11 through No. 20 The post
Gavin McKenna sits down with Sportsnet's Colby Armstrong in an exclusive interview ahead of the 2026 NHL Draft. The top prospect opens up about leaving the WHL for the NCAA, what he learned from his college experience, and whether he's ready for the pressure of potentially suiting up alongside Auston Matthews in Toronto. Don't miss this in-depth conversation with the most talked-about player heading into draft night. ---------------------------------------------- 📺 http://sportsnetplus.ca -
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Position: D, Shoots: L H/W: 6’2” , 180lbs Date of Birth: 2008-05-09 Regular Season Stats: 9 G, 20 A, 29 Pts. in 66 GP Alexander Bilecki is a name whose stock has garnered a lot of attention leading into and throughout the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) playoffs. Bilecki, who recently captured a Memorial Cup with [...]
Reunited with his brother Matthew, the former Ottawa captain brings grit and leadership to South Florida, eager to integrate into the NHL’s most tight-knit championship culture.
Edmonton Oilersilla on edessään elämän ja kuoleman kausi. Sen uskottavuus voi mennä vuosiksi, mikäli Connor McDavid lähtee ovet paukkuen muualle ensi kesänä.
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The hockey world is still buzzing about the blockbuster deal that sent Brady Tkachuk from Ottawa to Florida. That’s where the conversation started on the Tuesday edition of Leafs Morning Take. Now that we’ve had a bit of time to digest everything, Rosie and I shared our thoughts on the trade and, more importantly, what…
After weeks of speculation, Mike Babcock has officially been hired as the new head coach of the Edmonton Oilers. Babcock joins the Oilers after they fired their previous bench boss, Kris Knoblauch, following the team’s first-round elimination in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Oilers initially expressed interest in hiring Babcock in early June. The
Matthew and Brady Tkachuk join The Pat McAfee Show to discuss: 0:00 Matthew and Brady Tkachuk join! 1:30 Brothers playing on the same team 2:30 Trade talks 5:30 Playing for the Panthers 8:30 Finding out about the news 10:20 "A dream come true" 12:15 Fighting ✔️ Subscribe to ESPN Unlimited: https://plus.espn.com/ #ESPN #NHL
Draft lists are a funny thing; with widely varying opinions, they quickly differ even among the elite players. Barring a generational talent like Sidney Crosby, Connor McDavid or Macklin Celebrini, there’s rarely even a true consensus at first overall. And this year is no exception. We use a collection of resources to provide our readers […]
According to a team announcement, the San Jose Sharks have signed defenseman Nolan Allan to a two-year contract. Allan was projected to become a restricted free agent without arbitration rights in a few days. The first year of the deal will pay Allan $850K at the NHL level and $300K at the AHL level, as […]
The veteran forward brings championship pedigree to Long Island, replacing Eric Cairns to oversee the growth and progression of the organization’s next generation of talent.
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Welcome fantasy managers to another edition of the Eastern Edge. This week we’ll take a closer look at Florida Panthers GM Bill Zito and his recent moves to reposition the franchise for several other runs at the Stanley Cup. We’ll also dive into the Toronto Maple Leafs doubling down with their acquisition of late-blooming defenseman [...]
Bryce Pickford finally figured out a hack. The Medicine Hat Tigers defenceman and Montreal Canadiens prospect was having a tough time telling Liam and Markus Ruck — twin linemates — apart off the ice. “It takes awhile,” Pickford said. “But the one thing I noticed is that their smiles are a little bit different. They’re always smiling.”
Pascal Dupuis, a winger who was part of two Pittsburgh Penguins Stanley Cup teams, has worked his way back to […] The post Pascal Dupuis Back in NHL in Second Career appeared first on Pittsburgh Hockey Now.
Viggo Björck is one of the top prospects eligible for the 2026 NHL Draft and has emerged as one of the premier forwards in Sweden. The Djurgårdens IF standout possesses high-end offensive skill and creativity that have made him one of the most intriguing international prospects in the draft class. Watch our Viggo Björck highlights as we break down the game of one of the top prospects in the 2026 NHL Draft. Make sure to like, comment, and subscribe to access all of the latest hockey videos! Web
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Mike Babcock is officially back in the NHL, and Jeff Marek breaks down one of the biggest stories of the offseason as the Edmonton Oilers name Babcock their new head coach. Jeff is joined by Tyler Yaremchuk to react to the hiring, what it means for Connor McDavid and the Oilers moving forward, the risks and rewards of bringing Babcock back behind an NHL bench, and how this decision could shape Edmonton's Stanley Cup aspirations heading into the 2026-27 season. They also discuss the reaction from
While NHL scouts evaluated the 2026 draft-eligible prospects in Fort Lauderdale, the Florida Panthers stole the spotlight with a blockbuster Brady Tkachuk trade.
Back for more! Kings Of The Podcast returns with episode two of this year’s five-part preview of the 2026 NHL Entry Draft. Joining the program this time around is Teddy Belisle, LA’s Director of U.S. Amateur Scouting. During his segment, there is a deep dive on the changing landscape in college hockey, the preparation that […]
Andrew Campbell has signed a three-year contract to remain head coach of the AHL’s Belleville Senators. Campbell joined the Senators organization as an assistant coach in 2024-25 and was elevated to interim head coach on Dec. 17, 2025. He guided … Continue reading → The post
There's growing speculation over whether the Winnipeg Jets will trade Connor Hellebuyck, plus the latest on Sergei Bobrovsky's contract talks with the Florida Panthers as his UFA eligibility approaches.
Former Los Angeles Kings interim head coach D.J. Smith is joining the Edmonton Oilers as an associate coach under Mike Babcock, adding another stop to his long NHL coaching journey.
The 2026 NHL Entry Draft has been a point of extreme focus in Vancouver for quite some time. Most fans and media have had their eyes primarily on the June 26 event since at least December of last year, and for some, it’s been even longer than that. In short, as soon as it…
By: Andrew Wilimek/Ottawa Senators The Ottawa Senators have drafted 267 players since they took part in their first NHL Entry Draft in 1992. Amongst those picks have been some standout local players, like Jorian Donovan (136th overall in 2022), Cody Ceci (15th overall in 2012), Jean-Gabriel Pageau (96th overall in 2011), and Mark Borowiecki (139th […] The post Ple
Welcome back to another edition of NHL Rumours from the crew at Last Word on Hockey. We're just days away from the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, and with that, rumours are swirling around the league. Every year during the draft, we see teams looking to make moves to improve their roster for the present and …
The Vancouver Canucks‘ draft picture is coming into focus. The Canucks have the third overall pick in this Friday’s NHL Entry Draft. On the other hand, there’s still work being…
Sens to host NHL Prospect Challenge in Gatineau this September Senators, Jets, Maple Leafs, and Canadiens will enter a team of prospects into the tournament
As the NHL offseason news continues to roll in, here’s a look at the latest headlines that have surfaced surrounding the Seattle Kraken. Kraken Hire Justin Schultz in Developmental Role On…
Bryce Pickford finally figured out a hack. The Medicine Hat Tigers defenceman and Montreal Canadiens prospect was having a tough time telling Liam and Markus Ruck — twin linemates — apart off the ice. “It takes awhile,” Pickford said. “But the one thing I noticed is that their smiles are a little bit different. They’re The post
Mike Babcock was hired as coach of the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday. The 63-year-old replaces Kris Knoblauch, who was fired May 14 after three seasons and two appearances in the Stanley Cup Final. Babcock has not coached in the NHL … Continue reading → The post Babcock hire
Who will join the Canadiens’ top six in the coming days? There are plenty of possibilities right now. And that’s to be expected, since Kent Hughes is on the phone with more than one GM at a time to explore his options. That’s his job—to work that way. On Sportsnet, in an article about trade […] The post RUMOR: Jordan Kyrou Back on the Canadiens’ Radar appeared first on
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