When you look at the state of the autonomous vehicle market, you realize that July 1 isn’t likely to be a day full of surprises. Big names are few and far between… and they aren’t exactly selling a lot of dreams. Alex Tuch is all well and good, but you know… Another big name on […] The post Rumor Corner: The Maple Leafs (really) want Darren Raddysh appeared first on
Former San Jose Sharks defenseman Markus Nutivaara's miracle comeback to hockey is continuing, as he signed with Pelicans in the Finnish Liiga for the 2026-27 season.
There was a combination of variables in this assessment from Nhle to star probability and a few reliable sources to curate the top 11 draft day targets. We bel
Justin Bourne joins Ken Reid on Sportsnet Central to break down the Toronto Maple Leafs’ decision to hire Jim Hiller as the team’s new head coach, saying they made a good bet, and that Hiller and GM John Chayka should be on the same page.
For the past few months, Matthew Knies has been making headlines in Montreal. We’ve learned that the Leafs forward could very well have ended up with the Habs last March… and that a trade between the two clubs was finalized just one minute too late. We’ll never know what the 2025–26 Habs could have accomplished […] The post Matthew Knies: The CH doesn’t have
Jesperi Kotkaniemi is officially a Stanley Cup champion. The Finnish player hoisted the Stanley Cup following his Hurricanes’ victory in the Finals on Sunday night. And he took the opportunity to post a photo on his Instagram account… while disabling comments. The problem is that KK didn’t play a single game in the playoffs. The […] The post “I expect Jesperi Kotkaniemi’s contract to be b
Former Tampa Bay Lightning forward Ryan Craig has been named the newest head coach of the Vegas Golden Knights, replacing the first NHL head coach he ever played under, John Tortorella.
The San Jose Sharks have acquired defenseman Michael Kesselring and the 27th overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft from the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for the 20th overall selection.
Despite the buyout window opening, Edmonton faces real challenges using buyouts as a way to get out of some unfortunate contracts. Heavy signing bonuses and long-term penalties may force management into trades.
In addition to his work as vice president of hockey operations for the Red Wings, seven-time Norris Trophy winner Nicklas Lidstrom has accepted a new role with the Swedish Hockey Federation.
The Boston Bruins need more than the speed and skill Don Sweeney called for at the end-of-season press conference. The […] The post Bruins Have Another RFA Right-Shot Defenseman to Consider appeared first on Boston Hockey Now.
Washington Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery has agreed on a multi-year contract extension, according to The Fourth Period’s David Pagnotta. The 44-year-old had one year left on his initial four-year pact with the club. Since being hired three years ago, Carbery has guided the Capitals to a 134-83-29 record (.604%), taking home the Jack Adams […]
This afternoon the Nashville Predators announced Jamie Langenbrunner as their Special Assistant to the General Manager. The 2000s New Jersey Devils standout forward had been serving as Assistant General Manager of the Boston Bruins since 2022, prior to departing last month in order to pursue new opportunities. Set to join a revamped front office in […]
The 2026 off-season has officially kicked off. Following the Carolina Hurricanes hoisting the Stanley Cup on Sunday, there have been a handful of trades as the NHL draft and free agency inch closer. One of those trades included a former Oilers prospect, as the Buffalo Sabres sent Michael Kesselring and the 27th overall pick to…
The Toronto Maple Leafs have found their guy in Jim Hiller, who was named the 41st head coach in franchise history on Wednesday. Jim Hiller has been named the 41st Head Coach in franchise history! — Toronto Maple Leafs (@MapleLeafs) June 17, 2026 “Jim is an experienced coach with a strong understanding of what it…
San Jose Sharks overhaul their roster in a simulated offseason, shaking up the depth chart with major acquisitions and bold signings. Can JD Young’s GM moves—featuring additions like Simone Nemec, Michael Kesselring, and Jacob Trouba—spark a turnaround and set up the Sharks for long-term success? Key topics include Will Smith and Macklin Celebrini securing big extensions, draft priorities headlined by Chase Reed, and strategic trades to revamp the blue line. JD Young spotlights cap flexibility,
Jim Hiller ist neuer Trainer der Toronto Maple Leafs. Der Ex-DEL-Profi, der zwischen 1996 und 2001 fünf Spielzeiten für Rosenheim und die Berlin Capitals in Deutschland spielte, tritt die Nachfolge des nach Saisonende entlassen Craig Berube an.
Hockey is often a game of stories and storylines. Sometimes they end quickly, and other times it’s just the beginning. The fun part is you never truly know how far along someone is. When those moments are experienced, however, it can leave people asking, ‘What’s next?’ For all these players we write about in the […]
Yesterday afternoon, it was announced that John Tortorella would not be returning to Vegas next season. The coach, who joined the team at the very end of the season, will therefore have only had a brief stint with the Golden Knights. He coached eight regular-season games… and 22 playoff games on a run that took […] The post Golden Knights: John Tortorella Wanted to Stay on
Winnipeg fast-tracks the future as top prospects Brayden Yager and Colby Barlow headline a four-game exhibition slate against Western Conference rivals Edmonton and Colorado this September.
Lacey Eden, an Annapolis, Maryland native, was selected fifth overall in the 2026 PHWL Draft by the expansion PWHL Las Vegas on Wednesday. “I’m beyond excited, I’m excited to help build this franchise, to be in Vegas,” Eden said after hearing her name called on the Fox Theatre Stage in Detroit on Wednesday night– a
Spencer Carbery arrived in Washington with the unenviable task of keeping the team competitive at the end of the Alex Ovechkin era, while also helping usher in the franchise’s next chapter. Three years later, h’s led the Capitals to the playoffs in two of those seasons, and received the Jack Adams Award as Coach of
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The 2026 NHL offseason has turned into a pressure point for several franchises. Two established core players have requested trades, multiple teams face cap squeezes, and a key coaching hire in Los Angeles signals an aggressive push in the Pacific. Dylan Larkin wants out of Detroit. Darnell Nurse has asked to be traded from Edmonton. […]
It seems like there is a good chance that Mason McTavish gets traded. The St. Louis Blues and Montreal Canadiens could revisit talks with the Anaheim Ducks.
There is a lot of chatter around the league about Darnell Nurse, maybe more than people would expect, leading the Edmonton Oilers to believe they won’t have to retain a lot on his contract. “There’s legit interest,” said Elliotte Friedman Wednesday morning on The Fan Hockey Show. “Edmonton had kind of indicated that they didn’t…
The Ottawa Citizen has been told Senators are looking at their netminding throughout the organization to see what changes need to be made to their approach
After a rapid ascent from Brandon leader to Stanley Cup-winning assistant, Ryan Craig reunites with Kelly McCrimmon to lead the NHL’s most ambitious franchise toward another title.
The biggest day of the NHL offseason has arrived, and Daily Faceoff is bringing you wall-to-wall coverage of every signing, trade, rumor, and surprise move throughout the opening day of NHL Free Agency. Join Jeff Marek and Tyler Yaremchuk for a special all-day live Free Agency Frenzy on July 1st as they break down every major contract, analyze the biggest decisions around the league, and react in real time as teams reshape their rosters for the 2026-27 NHL season. From superstar signings and bl
Somewhere in a kitchen in Detroit, a fan has a notepad propped against the coffee maker, scribbling names. Steven Stamkos here, a depth defenseman there, maybe a goalie who could finally settle the crease. It’s the middle of June, the ice has long melted, and yet the hockey world is buzzing louder than it does […]
The Buffalo Sabres have set the ball rolling on what could be a momentous summer for the franchise by trading away defenseman Michael Kesselring and their 27th-overall pick in the upcoming NHL Draft to San Jose Sharks, and getting back the 20th-overall pick. The Sharks had obtained that pick from the Edmonton Oilers for defenseman Jake Walman in March 2025. Kesselring only featured in 34 games with the Sabres with injuries limiting his playing time and utility for Buffa
The saga of the Vegas Golden Knights and ex-coach Bruce Cassidy continues. One team was granted permission to talk to him, but handling the situation on a case-by-case basis is still the wrong move, writes Adam Proteau.
San Jose Sharks shake up their blue line by acquiring Michael Kesselring from the Buffalo Sabres, moving down from pick 20 to 27 in the upcoming NHL Draft. Is this the bold move GM Mike Grier promised to revitalize the defense? JD Young breaks down Kesselring's fit as a potential second-pairing defenseman, his disappointing stint in Buffalo, and why a bounce-back season may be in the cards after his impressive performance with the Utah Mammoth. Discussion centers on the trade's value, Kesselrin
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The New Jersey Devils traded a former seventh-round pick for Kurtis MacDermid a few years ago, but when that player made a surprise jump to the NHL, it seemed like another massive mistake
Michael Kesselring was traded to the San Jose Sharks by the Buffalo Sabres on Wednesday. The teams swapped first-round picks in the 2026 NHL Draft, with Buffalo receiving the No. 20 pick and San Jose the No. 27 pick. Kesselring, a … Continue reading → The post Kesselring traded to Sharks
The Vegas Golden Knights have named Ryan Craig the team’s head coach. Craig, 44, spent the past three seasons serving as head coach of the organization’s affiliate in the American Hockey League, the Henderson Silver Knights. With Craig at the … Continue reading → The post G
Status: Confirmed Transaction Date: 06/17/2026 Player: Chase Wouters (F) From: Abbotsford Canucks To: Vancouver Canucks Information: 1 year Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
For those who didn’t know, Patrick Roy was ultimately not hired by the Toronto Leafs. Instead, Jim Hiller will be the new head coach of the team in Toronto. That said, you might think it’s a bit of a shame for Roy, who lost his head coaching job on Long Island toward the end of […] The post Leafs: “Patrick Roy Averted Disaster” appeared first on Dose.ca.
New Toronto Maple Leafs GM John Chayka bet on familiarity by hiring Jim Hiller as Toronto's new coach. Hiller is coming in to spark the Leafs at both ends of the ice.
While Detroit’s auto industry teetered on the brink of bankruptcy, the powerhouse Red Wings defied salary-cap parity to widen their dominance over a struggling NHL field.
Former Detroit Red Wings goaltender Chris Osgood, who has his name on the Stanley Cup three times with the franchise, reacts to the explosive trade request by Dylan Larkin.
Caroline Harvey - the standout NCAA defenseman and 2026 Olympic gold medalist - was selected first overall by the Vancouver Goldeneyes in the Professional Women's Hockey League entry draft on Wednesday.
The Vancouver Canucks have continued to retain some of their depth from the past season. According to a team announcement, the Canucks have signed forward Chase Wouters to a one-year, two-way contract for the 2026-27 season. Wouters, 26, is a product of the WHL’s Saskatoon Blades. He spent his entire major junior career with the […]
Ilya Mikheyev will be highly coveted from teams looking for speed and PK help. John Carlson wants to head back East, and the Ducks will turn back to Jacob Trouba.
The NHL offseason is off to a dramatic start, with the Maple Leafs pulling the trigger on a major trade and hiring a new head coach in Jim Hiller. The Oilers seem to have zeroed in on their next bench boss in Mike Babcock, while trade rumours swirl around stars like Dylan Larkin and Connor Hellebuyck. ---------------------------------------------- Intro - 0:00 Leafs - 0:20 Mike Babcock - 2:28 Dylan Larkin - 3:19 Connor Hellebuyck - 3:59 Vegas Golden Knights - 4:30 --------------------------
The San Jose Sharks have acquired Michael Kesselring from the Buffalo Sabres, moving down from the 20th to the 27th pick in a late first-round swap. Kesselring, who faced challenges in Buffalo, will look to revitalize the Sharks’ defensive lineup with a fresh start. #SJSharks 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://lockedonpod
Tripp Tracy stopped by NHL Tonight to talk about the Hurricanes winning the 2026 Stanley Cup. Don't forget to subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRsrhXtzXmzYX_fiyNHHxbw?sub_confirmation=1 NHL Media on X: https://x.com/NHLMedia NHL Media on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NHLMedia/ NHL Media on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nhlmedia
Harvey, 23, was the clear No. 1 prospect in a deep draft class that features five players who won gold at the Milan Olympics with Team USA.
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