The NHL's coaching carousel spins faster than ever these days, and coaches are fired throughout the regular-season and off-season. But which coaches are likely to be among the first called on when a team chooses to change their bench boss?
Cale Makar has been bringing fans out of their seats since he made his debut with the Colorado Avalanche in the 2019-20 season. He looked like a boy scout stepping onto the ice, but that timid look quickly gave way to that of a game-changing superstar. All it took was a few strides for NHL […] The post Cale Makar, Avalanche grades for record-b
By Brian La Rose | at August 29, 2026 4:01 pm Lightning defenseman Victor Hedman stepped away from the team in mid-March last season and didn’t suit up the rest of the way for them. Speaking with NHL.com’s Dan Rosen earlier this week, the blueliner discussed his leave, calling it necessary from both a mental and physical standpoint. However, he is now fully past that and will be a full go for training camp on the back of a great summer. The 35-year-old was limited to just 33 games last season be
Une décision importante se dessine tranquillement à la ligne bleue du Canadien, et elle pourrait avoir des répercussions jusque dans le top-6 défensif.
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On Friday, the San Francisco Giants had a couple of guests before they played the Arizona Diamondbacks. San Jose Sharks forward Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith made a special visit to Oracle Park and participated in batting practice in a Bay Area crossover.
Highlights Michael Wilbon tore into Connor Hellebuyck on ESPN’s Pardon the Interruption over his trade request Hellebuyck is two years into a seven-year, $59.5 million deal with five seasons still to run Read below for Wilbon’s full rant and Frank Isola’s small-market counterpoint Michael Wilbon has heard enough about Connor Hellebuyck wanting out of Winnipeg. […] The post Wilbon
It’s that time of year again. The end of summer is closing in, marking the start of another NHL season next month. Predictions for many teams began just after free…
Erik Portillo may be ready for an NHL opportunity, but with Darcy Kuemper and Anton Forsberg standing in his way, the rising Kings goalie prospect will have to earn his chance.
It's taken as read in the NHL that on any given night, the puck might just not bounce your way. But sometimes, it can feel like you had a week, a month, even a full season of just not having things go right. Here are five players who fall into that category from the 2025-26 season.
It didn’t take long for San Jose Sharks forward Macklin Celebrini to be surpassed for the title of highest-paid player in the NHL. Roughly a month after Celebrini signed his massive contract extension, Cale Makar of the Colorado Avalanche took over the title and changed the landscape of contracts in the NHL, especially for defensemen, as the first player to surpass the $20 million threshold.
Oilers GM Stan Bowman says Matt Savoie will miss less time than Frederik Andersen, and Edmonton is not panicking about four players missing camp. The post Stan Bowman Injury Update: ‘We’re Not Worried About This’ appeared first on Gino Hard.
The Winnipeg Jets will eventually have to trade Connor Hellebuyck. There are four teams that could be a fit for the goaltender, but would he want to go there?
The Pacific Division in 2026-27 is a top-heavy division made up of two groups: the Haves and the Have-Nots. The gap between the best and worst has never been larger, and the Vancouver Canucks sit firmly at the bottom. Seven teams stand in their way on the path back to contention, and we’re going to…
It's taken as read in the NHL that on any given night, the puck might just not bounce your way. But sometimes, it can feel like you had a week, a month, even a full season of just not having things go right. Here are five players who fall into that category from the 2025-26 season.
We are only a couple weeks away from training camp, and soon everyone will be returning to Vancouver to prepare for the 2026-27 season. The Vancouver Canucks have some new…
The Colorado Avalanche have now made defenseman Cale Makar the highest-paid player in the NHL, and here's why that was exactly the right decision for the Avalanche to make when it came to his extension.
NHL:n maalivahtimarkkinoilla saattaa olla käynnistymässä melkoinen ketjureaktio, jonka keskiössä ovat Sam Montembeault ja Winnipeg Jetsin Connor Hellebuyck. Montreal Canadiensin maalivahti Montembeault on noussut siirtohuhujen kohteeksi, ja The Starr & D’Amico Show’ssa puhunut toimittaja Marco D’Amico nosti esiin mahdollisuuden, että Canadiens v
Germany is rising as a hockey nation, and that growth will only continue thanks to the NHL's recent partnerships and Global Series events for the upcoming 2026-27 season and beyond.
One of the hardest decisions in dynasty hockey isn't deciding whether to rebuild or contend. Usually, that part is relatively obvious. The harder decision is recognizing when it's time to stop doing one and start doing the other. Dynasty managers tend to become attached not only to players, but to strategies. Once we decide we're [...]
Vancouver Canucks suhtautuu kärsivällisesti maalivahti Thatcher Demkon paluuseen. 30-vuotias Demko toipuu tammikuussa tehdystä lonkkaleikkauksesta, eikä seura aio asettaa hänelle tarkkaa aikataulua paluulle. Canucksin GM Ryan Johnson kertoo, että Demkon kuntoutuminen on edennyt hyvin kesän aikana. Maalivahti on luistellut kesäkuun lo
Many Canadian hockey fans remember the first time they heard the name Devon Levi. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, while the 2021 Canada World Juniors Team iced a roster featuring 20 first-round draft picks, it was Levi, a seventh-round draft pick, who stole the spotlight. Seemingly out of nowhere, he earned the tournament’s…
Highlights Cale Makar says staying in Colorado was always the plan and calls the new deal a “major step” toward it The eight-year, $163.2 million extension carries a $20.4 million cap hit, the richest in NHL history Read below for what Makar said about Joe Sakic promising publicly that the contract would get done Cale […] The post Cale Makar Interview: ‘My Intention Was Always
Dover and Cecil dive into the Connor Hellebuyck trade request from the Winnipeg Jets, asking the big question: should the Avalanche make a move for one of the NHL’s best goaltenders at this point in their championship window? With Hellebuyck easily among the top goalies in the league, the debate centers on whether adding him would be the missing piece for another Stanley Cup run — or if the cost of acquiring him outweighs the benefits. The guys break down the tension between opportunity and risk
There’s more to being a successful goaltender than size alone. Not everyone fits the traditional mold, and Erik Portillo is a prime example of why. He is the current and…
Germany is rising as a hockey nation, and that growth will only continue thanks to the NHL's recent partnerships and Global Series events for the upcoming 2026-27 season and beyond.
Montreal Canadiensin uskotaan olevan yksi kiinnostavimmista vaihtoehdoista, mikäli Detroit Red Wings päättää kaupata kapteeninsa Dylan Larkinin. NHL Networkin asiantuntija Johnny Johnson näkee siirrossa paljon järkeä molempien seurojen kannalta. Larkinin tulevaisuus Detroitissa on noussut keskusteluun, ja Red Wingsin odotetaan joutuvan tekemään tähtisentterinsä suhteen
Former HNIC Punjabi analyst Gurp Sian, talking about the surprising end of their 18 year run. Gurp speaks about the amazing chemistry of the group, the special connection with the community, and the possibility that it might come back in some way, shape or form. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365: It’s never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVR Yellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewing Va
Cale Makar signed an eight-year, $163.2 million deal at a $20.4M AAV, becoming the NHL's first $20 million player. Here's what it does to Quinn Hughes, Zach Werenski and Cutter Gauthier — plus all 32 teams' rumors and fan mood.
Il y a quelques semaines, Brian Bartlett disait que les communications entre le camp de Xhekaj et le Canadien étaient positives et qu'il n'y avait pas de panique.
Eeli Tolvanen on noussut mahdolliseksi vaihtoehdoksi Edmonton Oilersille, joka joutui muuttamaan suunnitelmiaan useiden loukkaantumisten vuoksi. Oilersin alivoimapelaaminen koki merkittävän kolauksen, kun Matt Savoie joutui sivuun todennäköisesti lokakuun loppuun asti. Myös toinen alivoimapelaaja Mattias Janmark on sivussa vammojen takia. Seuran ympärillä ty
The sports world will see a lot of Xfinity Mobile Arena this winter. The Philadelphia 76ers have 34 of their 82 games airing nationally on ESPN/ABC, NBC/Peacock, or Prime, tied…
Leo Carlsson har NHL:s högsta cap hit 2026/27. Svenskens nya avtal belastar Anaheim Ducks lönetak med 18 miljoner dollar, före Kirill Kaprizov och Connor Bedard. Men den dyraste spelaren ger inte automatiskt bäst värde. Hurbra har kartlagt 744 aktiva kontrakt och vägt lönekostnaden mot tre säsongers positionsjusterade prestation. Bland de stora avtalen toppar Tim Stützle […] Inlägget NHL-löner 2026/27: Bäst betalda spelarna – och vil
Tommy Lafrenière accomplished everything he needed to in the Western Hockey League, and now he’s looking to level up. The Edmonton Oilers’ 2025 third-round pick spent the last three seasons with the Kamloops Blazers, culminating in a spectacular 41-goal campaign. This fall, he’ll make the move to Western Michigan to take on older competition. “It’s…
Highlights Nikita Alexandrov is expected to sign with the KHL’s Shanghai Dragons The 2019 second-round pick has not played an NHL game since 2023-24 Read below for his numbers and why a Group Six free agent left North America Nikita Alexandrov is heading overseas. The 25-year-old forward is expected to sign with the KHL’s Shanghai […] The post Nikita Alexandrov Signing: Ex-Blues Pick Ex
Starptautiskās hokeja federācijas (IIHF) padomes loceklis Viesturs Koziols paudis viedokli par šī gada Nacionālās hokeja līgas (NHL) draftu. Iepriekš vēstīts, ka jūnija beigās notikušajā NHL draftā tika izvēlēti četri hokejisti, savukārt aizsargs Alberts Šmits tika... Raksts Koziols: Ir labi piemēri, kas apliecina, ka arī Latvijā var izaudzināt ļoti a
As they embark on their rebuild, the Vancouver Canucks have to be willing to carve a path for any and all young players who show promise. The likes of Zeev Buium, Tom Willander and Aatu Räty are expected to feature prominently in the Canucks lineup this season, while Jonathan Lekkerimäki, if fully recovered from season-ending…
From their humble beginnings as one of the NHL’s Second Six expansion teams in 1967, through a pair of Stanley Cups to rosters filled with Hall of Fame players and fan favorites, the LA Kings have experienced a rich hockey history over the past 60 years. Courtesy of the Kingstorian, Harry Ouzounian, here are some […]
From their humble beginnings as one of the NHL’s Second Six expansion teams in 1967, through a pair of Stanley Cups to rosters filled with Hall of Fame players and fan favorites, the LA Kings have experienced a rich hockey history over the past 60 years. Courtesy of the Kingstorian, Harry Ouzounian, here are some […]
From their humble beginnings as one of the NHL’s Second Six expansion teams in 1967, through a pair of Stanley Cups to rosters filled with Hall of Fame players and fan favorites, the LA Kings have experienced a rich hockey history over the past 60 years. Courtesy of the Kingstorian, Harry Ouzounian, here are some […]
Matt and Blake touch base with local NHLer Angus Crookshank of the Florida Panthers who has been training alongside the likes of Celebrini and Bedard this summer. The guys talk about the skill level of these new superstars and what sets them apart. Angus also credits the leadership of Ryan Nugent Hopkins in these sessions and his great education about playing in the NHL. Crookshank also speaks about playing under former Canucks coach Travis Green and his anticipation of the new team in Florida a
The Florida Panthers will make 15 national TV appearances during the 2026-27 season, including marquee matchups against the Hurricanes, Penguins, Lightning and Golden Knights.
The 12 Dirtiest Players in NHL History counts down the most controversial, dangerous, and unforgettable rule-breakers the game has ever seen. From Sean Avery’s relentless agitation and Dave Schultz’s Broad Street Bullies intimidation to Matt Cooke’s blindside hits, Marty McSorley’s infamous stick attack, and Todd Bertuzzi’s career-altering assault on Steve Moore, these players crossed the line between tough hockey and dirty play. This NHL history documentary examines the cheap shots, late hits
For the first time in a long time, the Vancouver Canucks have a clear organizational vision of where they’re headed, or at least where they’d like to be headed. The rebuild is on, and every decision, more or less, has been and will be tilted in that direction. But even within the seemingly clear…
Navigating the salary cap is one of the most important tasks for a front office. Teams that can avoid total cap chaos by walking the tightrope of inking players to deals that match their value (or compensate for future value without breaking the bank) remain successful. Those who don’t often see struggles and front office changes. As we do each year, PHR will look at every NHL team and give a thorough look at their cap situation for the 2026-27 season, though in a slightly different format than
The Top 25 Under 25 is a collaboration by members of the Die By The Blade community. 92 readers ranked Buffalo Sabres players under the age of 25 as of August 1, 2026. Each participant used their own metric of current ability and production to rank each player. Ilia Morozov Drafted: 2026 First Round, #20 overall Size: 6’3″, 205 lbs
Den 20-årige forwarden James Hagens står på tröskeln till sin NHL-karriär. Boston Bruins-tränaren Marco Sturm signalerar nu att han är beredd att ge den lovande talangen en framträdande roll redan från säsongens start – om Hagens visar sig redo för utmaningen.
Winnipeg Jetsin tähtimaalivahti Connor Hellebuyck on tehnyt siirtopyynnöstään julkisen, ja spekulaatiot hänen seuraavasta seurastaan käyvät kuumina. Yksi kiinnostavimmista vaihtoehdoista on Buffalo Sabres, joka oli tiettävästi jo aiemmin lähellä kauppaa. Hellebuyckin halu lähteä Winnipegistä oli ollut tiedossa jo ennen kuin kolminkertainen Vezina-voittaja vahvisti asia
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For the last 23 years (13 with The Hockey News) Dobber has reviewed each team from a fantasy-hockey standpoint and graded them. The 24th annual review will appear here on Dobber Hockey throughout the summer. This is not a review of the likely performance on the ice or in the standings, but in the realm [...]
Highlights Steven Ellis says Chicago has stacked up so many young centers that trades are coming Bedard, Frondell, Nazar and Oliver Moore are all fighting for the same minutes Read below for what Ellis said about Frondell moving to the wing and where he sees Chicago finishing Chicago owns the deepest prospect pool in hockey. […] The post Blackhawks Prospects: Ellis Says It’s Time to Trade Some
Thinking of Cale Makar's record breaking extension worth $20.4M annually, will the Flyers ever have a $20+ million player, and if so, who? The post Flyers Blog: Will Philly Ever Have a 20-Million-Dollar Man? appeared first on Philly Hockey Now.
Though the Maple Leafs made transformative changes to their bottom-six, they may regret letting Calle Jarnkrok go if he finds his stride on a contender.
Cale Makar's $20.4 million AAV is the largest in NHL history, but the Avalanche's historic contract could look much different as the salary cap continues to rise.
NHL-palkkataso nousi jälleen uudelle tasolle. Colorado Avalanchen Cale Makar on tehnyt kahdeksanvuotisen ja yhteensä 163,2 miljoonan dollarin arvoisen sopimuksen, joka on kokonaisarvoltaan NHL-historian suurin. Makarin sopimuksen keskimääräinen vuosipalkka on peräti 20,4 miljoonaa dollaria. Hänestä tulee samalla NHL-historian ensimmäinen pelaaja, jonka sopimuksen keski
The risk of the #SJSharks acquiring a Connor Hellebuyck is that he could be a player in decline. As the Sharks continue to get better, would the risk of Hellebuyck's decline too great for them to trade for him? Join the Locked on Sharks All-Access Everyday Club for special content for the most die-hard San Jose Sharks fans: https://lockedonsharks.supercast.com/ Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-sharks/ Locked On NHL League-Wide: Ev
The Toronto Maple Leafs organization has drafted and developed a number of youngsters currently playing in the NHL (Auston Matthews, The post Leafs Top 50 Prospects – Samuel Hlavaj first appeared on Hockey HotStove.
Connor Hellebuyck on haluttua tavaraa siirtomarkkinoilla, mutta tähtivahdin pudotuspeliesitykset herättävät ison kysymysmerkin. Buffalo Sabresin uskotaan olevan edelleen USA:n olympiasankarin kintereillä. Hellebuyckin mahdollinen hankinta jakaa kuitenkin mielipiteet. NHL-toimittaja Mike Harrington nosti esiin Hellebuyckin pudotuspelihistorian. Hellebuyckin runkosarja
The Flyers will most likely bring a bevy of players with them to training camp. Some of them will be there for a few days, getting a taste of what a NHL training camp runs like, and enjoy the experience before heading back to junior, or Lehigh Valley. Others will survive the first few cuts and be on the bubble to surprise the organization. And then there are those who are guaranteed to be on the club barring a calamity or some season-ending injury.
The 2026-27 NHL season has a throwback feel. The schedule is returning to 84 games. Mike Babcock is back behind a bench. And the Panthers are doing their best Broadstreet Bullies impression
Highlights The Athletic laid out eight teams that fit a Connor Hellebuyck trade Winnipeg wants a top-six forward, a 1B goalie for Stuart Skinner and a first-rounder Read below for all eight fits and why Utah is the sneaky one We finally have a shape for what a Connor Hellebuyck trade is going to cost. […] The post Hellebuyck Trade: The 8 Teams That Actually Fit appeared first on
Last season, the New Jersey Devils announced 26 theme and cultural nights out of their 41 home games at the Prudential Center. With over 63% of all home games devoted in some way or another to a theme, giveaway, or cultural celebration, it was more likely than not that Devils fans would attend a home […]
The 2026-27 NHL season has a throwback feel. The schedule is returning to 84 games. Mike Babcock is back behind a bench. And the Panthers are doing their best Broadstreet Bullies impression
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