BUFFALO – The Sabres boast one of the NHL’s deepest, most talented and youngest rosters. On paper at least, they look poised to enjoy success in the coming years following a breakout season in which they ended their NHL-record 14-year playoff drought, won the Atlantic Division and came within one goal of reaching the Eastern Conference final. “Just because you have success one year doesn’t mean that it guarantees that it translates to the next ...
The Golden Knights need not apologize for bad luck and incompetence of others. But their vapor trail of success reeks of arrogance and entitlement. And that is just from headlines over the past week.
Sheldon Keefe will return as coach of the Devils, the team confirmed Tuesday, after new general manager Sunny Mehta did the full assessment of the organization he promised when taking over control of hockey operations last month.
The Vancouver Canucks have two big decisions to make in the not-so-distant future. First, they need a new head coach. Then, they’ll need to decide who they want to draft with third overall pick at the 2026 NHL Draft at the end of June. Hours after relieving Adam Foote, Kevin Dean, Brett McLean and Scott…
San Jose Sharks fans face a franchise-altering draft dilemma: If Gavin McKenna slips to the number two pick, should the Sharks gamble on his high-octane offensive upside, or address their pressing need for a top-tier defenseman? JD Young and NHL draft expert Tony Ferrari break down McKenna’s unprecedented journey from the WHL to Penn State, his dazzling playmaking skills, and his defensive warts—drawing comparisons to Connor Bedard and Jonathan Huberdeau. Key topics include how McKenna stacks u
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Sheldon Keefe will return as coach of the New Jersey Devils after new general manager Sunny Mehta did the full assessment of the organization he promised when taking over control of hockey operations last month. The team confirmed Tuesday that Keefe will be back, while goaltending coach Dave Rogalski has been The post Sheldon Keefe to
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The Bruins have several pending free agents, and new contract projections reveal what the market could look like this summer. The post Bruins Pending Free Agents: What Could They Cost? appeared first on Boston Hockey Now.
After Tuesday’s practice, Toronto Marlies head coach John Gruden discussed splitting the two road games in Cleveland, areas for improvement for Game 3, Ben Danford’s first two playoff appearances, and the team’s strength in net. Over the first two games of the series, it seemed like there were maybe 25 minutes of playing the way […] The post J
The Canadiens’ victory in Game 7 of the series against the Sabres sent Montreal into a frenzy (literally), but the Habs fever is also being felt beyond Quebec. Since the start of the playoffs, former football player and current TV host Pat McAfee has been thoroughly enjoying watching the NHL playoff games. On Tuesday, the […] The post Jack Hughes is happy to see the Canadiens’ pla
This in from the National Hockey League Coaches’ Association, a shot across the bow of Vegas Golden Knights organization, with the association’;s statement on the refusal to date of the VGK organization to permit fired coach Bruce Cassidy to interview with other NHL teams.
The offseason has arrived for half of the league’s teams that aren’t taking part in the playoffs plus those who have already been eliminated. Accordingly, it’s now time to examine what they will need to accomplish over the coming months. Next up is a look at Nashville. A season which had no real expectations, the […]
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Professional Women’s Hockey League leaders believe the talent pool is up to the task of filling four new teams next season and maintaining a high level of play. The PWHL expanded into Northern California with Tuesday’s announcement that San Jose will join the league in 2026-27 alongside Hamilton, Detroit and Las Vegas. That’s an intake The post
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The Rangers have seven selections to make through the first 92 picks of the draft next month. This became official following the Canadiens’ Game 7 triumph in overtime against the Sabres to advance to the Eastern Conference final Monday night, which locked the Blueshirts into the No. 26 spot for a pick acquired by trade,...
The Vancouver Canucks need a new coach after parting with Adam Foote, but Manny Malhotra is not the only option. Here are three potential options for the Pacific Division club.
One area that the Edmonton Oilers have improved in the past few years is their prospect pool. They’ve signed quite a few players from the NCAA and Europe, but one of the most notable moves to bolster their prospect pool came last off-season when they traded Sam O’Reilly for Isaac Howard. During the 2024 draft,…
When the Colorado Avalanche needed to close out the final minute of the 2022 Stanley Cup Final, head coach Jared […] The post Avalanche Bet on Familiarity and It’s Got Them Back in the Western Final: ‘I Don’t Think it’s a Coincidence’ appeared first on Colorado Hockey Now.
As trade rumors swirl, former Panthers coach Doug MacLean suggests a blockbuster family reunion could be brewing if Florida leverages its rare top-ten draft pick to land the Senators captain.
OTTAWA — Emily Clark’s contributions might not be showing up on the scoresheet in this post-season, but her success in a shutdown role has been big for the Ottawa Charge. The Charge trail the Montréal Victoire 2-1 in the Professional Women’s Hockey League’s best-of-five Walter Cup final, with Game 4 set for Wednesday in Ottawa. The post
The New Jersey Devils announced today that Goaltending Coach Dave Rogalski has been relieved of his duties, and Assistant Coach Sergei Brylin will assume a new role within the organization. With Sunny Mehta getting to work on transforming the team, along with his new assistant Braden Birch who was hired earlier this month, it’s the […]
Sie zählen beständig zu den Top-Teams der NHL, verfügen über viel Star-Power und risikofreudige Entscheider auf Führungsebene. Die Colorado Avalanche und Vegas Golden Knights haben viel gemeinsam, doch auf dem Eis gingen sie sich meist konsequent aus dem Weg.
General Manger Ryan Johnson speaks with the media Tuesday afternoon following the departure of Head Coach Adam Foote. If you want to keep up to date with all the latest news, highlights, features, and All-Access Canucks content be sure to subscribe to one or all of our social feeds, which you can find below. #Canucks Subscribe to the official Canucks YouTube channel here: http://www.youtube.com/Canucks You can also follow us on Twitter (@Canucks): http://twitter.com/canucks Check out o
On Tuesday afternoon, Vancouver Canucks general manager Ryan Johnson spoke to the media following the dismissal of head coach Adam Foote. As Vancouver now begins the search for a new bench boss, all eyes are on Abbotsford Canucks head coach Manny Malhotra, who has long been rumoured to be in line for the top position….
Brodie Brazil talks with PWHL Senior Vice President of Business Operations, Amy Scheer, about the new PWHL team to San Jose, the growth of the league, and potential collaborations with the Sharks in the latest Growing the Game.
The Buffalo Sabres had a largely terrific year that ended with a Game 7 overtime loss at home. How will they improve on this breakout season and prove it's no fluke?
If I had told you back in January that the Canadiens would make it to the Eastern Conference Finals… would you have believed me? Yet that’s exactly what’s happening right now! The Habs are set to face the powerful Carolina Hurricanes, who haven’t played since May 9. That could work in the Canes’ favor, but […] The post Let’s take a closer look at the Carolina Hurricanes appeared first on
The Edmonton Oilers are still in the very early stages of what many deem the most important offseason in franchise history. After advancing to back-to-back Stanley Cup Finals in 2024…
Stan Bowman is throwing rocks up to hit Bruce Cassidy’s bedroom window, but Bruce just shakes his head, grounded, unable to talk. Cassidy can wipe his tears with $100 bills, a well-paid hostage for a year if Bill Foley deems it the case. And this is a big problem for the Edmonton Oilers. Cassidy is…
Watch the full media availability as Vancouver Canucks general manager Ryan Johnson speaks on the firing of Adam Foote, the search for a new head coach, and more.
For as much as Manitoba Moose defenceman Tyrel Bauer does for his teammates on the ice, he does just as much in the community. He was recognized by his teammates during the club’s end-of-season awards and now by the AHL, having been named the winner of the Yanick Dupré Memorial Award as the league’s Man of the Year. Bauer follows former Moose captain Jimmy Oligny, who won the award in 2023, meaning Manitoba has produced two winners in the last four seasons. The only other Moose player to receiv
The STM is confident Montreal's transit network will be able to handle the demand. The post Grand Prix plus hockey equals public transit for Montrealers this weekend, city says appeared first on Montreal Gazette.
Every member of the Colorado Avalanche was accounted for on Tuesday when the team took the ice for a lengthy […] The post Avalanche Practice: All Skaters Accounted For, Except Cale Makar appeared first on Colorado Hockey Now.
The Athletics' Corey Pronman and Scott Wheeler project the Chicago Blackhawks to select Ivar Stenberg in the 2026 NHL Draft. The post Another Mock Draft Has Potential First Overall Pick Falling To Blackhawks appeared first on Chicago Hockey Now.
Edmonton, Alta. – The Edmonton Oil Kings announced today that they have signed 2007-born forward KJ Sauer to a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement. “The Edmonton Oil Kings are excited to sign KJ Sauer to a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement,” said Oil Kings President and General Manager Kirt Hill. “KJ Showed exceptional growth through his season this year and is a player we feel can transfer well to the WHL with his skating ability, physicality, and work ethic. We
Everett, Wash. -- The Everett Silvertips have inked defenseman Bode Laylin to a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement. Laylin, an '07-born St. Michael, MN native, has spent the last two seasons with the Tri-City Storm in the USHL. In 2025-26, he was named a league third-team all-star posting 11 goals and 27 assists over 55 games played- leading all blueliners on his team in scoring. He also represented Team USA at the World Junior-A Championships, where he earned a Gold Med
Multiple NHL teams are waiting to interview Bruce Cassidy but have not yet received permission from the Vegas Golden Knights as of Tuesday, sources told ESPN.
For 11 years, Minnesota Wild fans have watched their team exit the first round in what seems like every possible way. But then on a Thursday in April, in Game 6 against Dallas, the drought was over. The curse was broken. All it took was a blockbuster December trade, a couple of Kirill Kaprizov recor...
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Jeff Marek takes you deeper inside the Brantford Bulldogs in Episode 4 of Beyond the Crest, exploring the culture, leadership, and community that have transformed the Bulldogs into one of the biggest success stories in the Ontario Hockey League. From passionate fans and season ticket holders to conversations with players and coaches, this episode dives into what makes Bulldogs hockey so unique in Brantford. Hear from players like Caleb Malhotra, Marek Vanacker, and Jake O'Brien as they discuss l
After a 32-year wait, the Chicoutimi Saguneens are back on top of the QMJHL. The Sags secured the third Gilles-Courteau Trophy in franchise history after a Game 6 win over the Moncton Wildcats. In defeat, Moncton's Gabe Smith (UTA) was awarded the Guy Lafleur Trophy as QMJHL Playoffs MVP after he led the league in both goals (19) and points (33) in the postseason. As for Chicoutimi, regular season MVP Maxim Masse (ANA) led the team in postseason scori
The Calder Cup Playoffs may be delivering more AHL playoff upsets as the Chicago Wolves take a 2-0 series lead over the Grand Rapids Griffins in the Central Division Finals and look to complete the sweep on home ice. In the Pacific Division, the Colorado Eagles lead the Coachella Valley Firebirds 2-1 behind standout goaltending from Trent Miner, while the Springfield Thunderbirds and Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins are locked at 1-1 in the Atlantic Division Finals. The North Division Finals are a
Adam Novotny highlights showcase why the Czech forward is becoming one of the top European prospects for the 2026 NHL Draft. After transitioning from pro hockey in Czechia to the OHL, Novotny has continued producing against high-level junior hockey competition. This highlight package breaks down Novotny’s scoring ability, offensive instincts, and two-way play as NHL scouts continue to track his rise up draft rankings. His adjustment to the North American game has been impressive. If you’re fol
Vancouver Canucks GM Ryan Johnson discusses his team’s future after firing head coach Adam Foote, saying that he wants to share a vision for team-building with his new bench boss as they continue to rebuild.
Vancouver Canucks head coach Ryan Johnson discusses the possibility of Manny Malhotra becoming the team’s next head coach and touches on why his son’s place in the draft won’t affect his decision.
Vancouver Canucks newest General Manager, Ryan Johnson discusses the franchise’s decision to move on from Adam Foote and why the dismissal was less about his performance behind the bench and more about having a fresh start.
Adam Foote is out as coach of the Vancouver Canucks, fired Tuesday as part of the organization’s latest purge of staff following a last-place finish in the NHL this season.
Det hettade till efter Tjeckiens 3–0-mål mot Tre Kronor och tjecken Jan Scotka fick matchstraff för en crosschecking i ansiktet på Detroit-svensken Albert Johansson. På tisdagen kom responsen från IIHF:s disciplinpanel i VM.
DENVER (AP) — The NHL Coaches’ Association said Tuesday it is closely monitoring the situation involving Bruce Cassidy amid reports that the Vegas Golden Knights have denied multiple teams permission to speak with him about working for them. Cassidy was fired in late March and is still under contract through next season, so anyone wishing The post
Ah, the infamous Golden Knights… Let’s just say they’ve found a way to make themselves even more hated by National Hockey League fans by refusing to allow Bruce Cassidy to speak with other teams after firing him last March. And the case is now on the desk of the NHL Coaches’ Association. The Bettman-led league’s […] The post Cassidy/Knights Case: The NHL Coaches’ Association Weighs In
The sweeping structural overhaul of the Vancouver Canucks continued in earnest Tuesday morning. Newly appointed general manager (GM) Ryan Johnson announced that the club has relieved head coach Adam Foote…
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The Chicago Blackhawks finished their 2025-26 campaign 31st in the league, with a record of 29-39-14 and 72 points. It was an improvement from last season’s totals of 25-46-11 (61 points), but the…
Offer sheets may be rare, but the New Jersey Devils have a new man in charge, and he might take the controversial approach to adding a skilled player. And now, we know what it would cost to sign a restricted free agent.
The National Hockey League’s Coaches Association has released a statement in defence of Bruce Cassidy, calling the Vegas Golden Knights’ potentially denying him speaking to other NHL teams “unprecedented.” The statement comes a week after news broke that the Oilers had been trying to receive permission to speak with Cassidy and that the Golden Knights…
The Tampa Bay Lightning continue to build organizational depth, re-signing defenseman Max Groshev to a two-year, two-way contract on Tuesday. With injuries testing Tampa Bay’s defense throughout the 2025-26 season, the team leaned heavily on its depth from the Syracuse Crunch to help fill key roles.
As coaching vacancies surge across the NHL, Vancouver’s dismissal of Adam Foote underscores the high-stakes gamble teams took to secure elite leadership before the off-season rush.
The Carolina Hurricanes and Montreal Canadiens look to come out of the Eastern Conference with a spot in the Stanley Cup final. Who's Adam Proteau predicting to win this series?
The NHL Coaches' Association said Tuesday it is closely monitoring the situation involving Bruce Cassidy amid reports that the Vegas Golden Knights have denied multiple teams permission to speak with him about working for them.
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