It didn’t take long for Evgeny Kuznetsov to light the lamp for his new team. The former Capitals forward scored in the second period of Sibir Novosibirsk’s season opener against Ak Bars on Saturday. Kuzy’s tally, assisted by Egor Korshkov and Ivan Mishchenko, gave Sibir a 3-1 lead 15:17 into the stanza. After Sibir established
There are a handful of NHL teams stuck in the NHL’s middle class, arguably a place you don’t want to be when it comes to your short- and long-term prospects of winning. The 2026-27 season will be particularly interesting, as several teams could finish anywhere from a wild-card playoff spot to 12th or 13th in […]
Highlights Elliotte Friedman says there has been progress on a Cutter Gauthier extension and that the number is going to be enormous Anaheim is carrying roughly $9 million in cap space with an unsigned 41-goal winger Read below for the move Friedman expects the Ducks to make before camp Cutter Gauthier is going to get […] The post Gauthier Extension: Friedman Says Ducks Need Roster Surgery
Maple Leafs defenseman Chris Tanev could very well be back in the fold when training camp gets underway in 12 days’ time, he told Dave Feschuk of the Toronto Star on Friday. He’s been out of action for over eight months due to a variety of injuries that culminated in him undergoing core muscle surgery in March. […]
Highlights Teams are capped at four preseason games under the new CBA Any player with 100-plus NHL games is limited to two exhibition appearances Read below for how the new rules are shrinking PTO season across the league PTO season just got a lot smaller. Camps open in a couple of weeks, and the tryout […] The post NHL Preseason Rules Shrink PTO Season to Two Games appeared first on
San Jose Sharks General Manager Mike Grier has always believed that when building a championship team, there are roles that players play, and you need to find the best players for each of those roles. You have your top-six forwards and your bottom-six and both are equally as important on a team. The question is whether you can fill those roles with the best players available and develop those players within your program. Currently, the Sharks have gone out and found players to fill
He went down as one of the top and most physically intimidating players to ever suit up in the National Hockey League, and the Boston Bruins were fortunate enough to have him in their lineup during the prime of his career.When the Bruins signed towering 6’9 defenseman Zdeno Chara in the summer of 2006, they […] The post Former Bruins Captain Zdeno Chara Lands Impressive NHL Ran
A Maple Leafs trade pitch lands Zach Werenski from the Blue Jackets in exchange for a package led by Matthew Knies. The post Maple Leafs Trade Pitch Lands Zach Werenski For Matthew Knies-Led Package appeared first on HEAVY.
The Vegas Golden Knights came within two wins of their second Stanley Cup win in franchise history last season. But what will they do for an encore this coming year? And could we see the Golden Knights take a major step backward next season?
With the 2026-27 NHL season fast approaching, I started looking at the Oilers’ roster to see if there are any guys primed for a bounce back season. And given there were more than a few candidates who could avenge last year’s mess, I figured I would put together my list to see how it compares…
Highlights Sergei Skvortsov scored in his KHL debut at 17 years and 178 days old The Torpedo winger is projected as a top-five pick in the 2027 NHL Draft Read below for the goal video, the Torpedo record he just missed, and where scouts rank him Sergei Skvortsov did not wait long to introduce himself. […] The post Sergei Skvortsov Scores First KHL Goal at 17 in Debut appeared first on
Boston Bruins general manager (GM) Don Sweeney may be on the receiving end of criticism from the fanbase on a regular basis, and some of it is deserved. When it…
At this point, we’re a good six months away from the 2027 NHL Trade Deadline. But there’s another deadline coming this year, and it’s coming before the season, or even the preseason, begins. September 15, 2026 marks the date at which the newest CBA changes the maximum term limits of contracts. Prior to that…
The Vegas Golden Knights came within two wins of their second Stanley Cup win in franchise history last season. But what will they do for an encore this coming year? And could we see the Golden Knights take a major step backward next season?
For the first time since the 2012-13 season, the Canadiens are preparing to start a season without Brendan Gallagher. Earlier this summer, the veteran was traded to the Vancouver Canucks. He was traded for future considerations, as the Canadiens wanted above all to accommodate him, given his many years of loyal service. That said, we […] The post “It was tough”: B
Tidigt i våras genomgick Jonathan Lekkerimäki en axeloperation. Nu är svensken tillbaka i full träning och siktar mot NHL-spel. The post Canucks glädje: Svensken tillbaka appeared first on hockeysverige.se.
Tre Kronor -tähti William Nylanderin pikkuveli Alexander Nylander yrittää jälleen löytää paikkansa NHL:stä, kun Calgary Flames kutsui 28-vuotiaan hyökkääjän harjoitusleirilleen try out -sopimuksella. Nylander on kärkkynyt saumaa NHL:ssä jo vuosien ajan. Buffalo Sabres varasi hänet vuoden 2016 varaustilaisuudessa kahdeksantena pelaajana, mutta vakituista paik
Not only did the Montreal Canadiens return to the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the second straight season, but they also enjoyed tremendous success by earning consecutive Game 7 victories on the road over divisional rivals Tampa Bay Lightning and Buffalo Sabres.While their run was eventually halted in the Eastern Conference Final by the Carolina Hurricanes, […] The post Canadien
For fans of the Toronto Maple Leafs who aren’t exactly fond of having to play against either one of the Tkachuk brothers, their schedule didn’t get any easier when it was announced that Brady Tkachuk had been traded from one key Atlantic Divisional rival to another.Brady Tkachuk, who was the captain of the rival Ottawa […] The post Toronto Media Personality Brut
The projected third line for the Los Angeles Kings are Alex Laferriere, Scott Laughton and Trevor Moore. Here’s how each forward will rank based on expected production for next season.
After a disappointing first-round exit, Connor McDavid’s squad faces a reconstructed Pacific Division. We break down how Edmonton stacks up against surging rivals and aging contenders.
One of the top available talents in the 2027 NHL Draft is off to a hot start in his KHL career. Sergei Skvortsov, a left winger for Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod, scored his first KHL goal in his debut game in the league at just age 17 on Saturday. Skvortsov is widely projected to be a
Highlights Joe Sakic says Avalanche extension talks with Artturi Lehkonen will carry into the regular season Lehkonen is in the final year of a $4.5M deal and can hit the open market next July Read below for the cap math that makes a Lehkonen extension so hard in Colorado Joe Sakic is not putting a […] The post Lehkonen Extension: Sakic Says Talks Will Run Into Season appeared first on
The post No. 17: Keenan the Most Improved Prospect? appeared first on Detroit Hockey Now. Editor’s Note: This is the 17th installment of a Detroit Hockey Now series assessing the Detroit Red Wings’ prospects’ path […] The post No
It wasn’t a banner draft plus-one season for Vancouver Canucks goaltending prospect Aleksei Medvedev. He struggled early on and lost the starter’s crease as a result. However, in an interview with CanucksArmy at Canucks development camp, Medvedev shared his positive view on his down season, saying that he felt learning from that adversity early…
St. Louis Blues center Robert Thomas' name was in trade rumors last season, but the Blues have recommitted to him, naming him captain of the team this week. Thomas' two-way game is impressive, but if he wants a spot on Team Canada at best-on-best tournaments, he needs to continue growing his game.
Former Penguins forward Gary Roberts reveals the key to Sidney Crosby's longevity, crediting the NHL star's commitment to fitness. The post Ex-Penguins Teammate Reveals The Secret Behind Sidney Crosby’s Incredible Longevity appeared first on HEAVY.
While that particular era of Toronto Maple Leafs hockey came to a close, there was once a period of time from 2018 through 2025 that the club enjoyed their “Core Four” of Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner, William Nylander, and John Tavares.While that era produced exactly two playoff series wins, it still provided highly competitive and […] The post Maple Leafs Earn Po
It was not a good campaign for the New York Rangers in 2025-26 under new head coach Mike Sullivan, as they not only missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the second straight year, but were also the NHL’s worst club on home ice, suffering a whopping seven shutouts alone at Madison Square Garden.Multiple Rangers players […] The post Rangers JT Miller Earns Scathing Callo
St. Louis Blues center Robert Thomas' name was in trade rumors last season, but the Blues have recommitted to him, naming him captain of the team this week. Thomas' two-way game is impressive, but if he wants a spot on Team Canada at best-on-best tournaments, he needs to continue growing his game.
The Edmonton Oilers’ top pick from the 2026 NHL draft has been named captain of his USHL team. Rudolfs Berzkalns, whom the team selected 58th overall, will wear a ‘C’ for the Muskegon Lumberjacks this season. “Rudy’s earned this,” Lumberjacks head coach Colten St. Clair said in a statement. “He’s won a Clark Cup, been…
Dylan Strome says two April moments told the Capitals room that Alex Ovechkin was not done. The post Strome on Ovechkin Return: ‘We Really Didn’t Know’ appeared first on Gino Hard.
Toronto is already $2.75M over the projected cap, and Gavin McKenna's bonus doesn't help matters despite the Maple Leafs not needing to pay him right away.
The Blackhawks envision Connor Bedard, Frank Nazar, Anton Frondell, Oliver Moore, and now apparently Roman Kantserov as possible centers, but there are only so many spots.
It won’t be long now before the Buffalo Sabres gather for Training Camp as they look to capitalize on the success that they enjoyed during the 2025-26 NHL season, in which they returned to the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time since 2011; they also won their division for the first time since 2007, […] The post Sabres sign former undraft
Den tidigare NHL-spelaren och nuvarande Brynässtjärnan Oskar Lindblom ska bli pappa.Ihop med kärleken Alma visar de upp nu bebislyckan efter flera års kamp.”Vårt lilla mirakel”, skriver paret på Instagram.
NHL 27, the latest installment in the annual series developed by EA Sports, will officially be released next Friday. But in reality, the game has been available since yesterday for those who pre-ordered the premium edition. As a result, screenshots have been surfacing since yesterday… and not all of them are positive. The player faces, […] The post NHL 27: The Canadiens’ player faces look terrib
Ulf Samuelssonin poika Philip Samuelsson aloittaa uuden uran isänsä jalanjäljissä, ja NHL-legenda on auttanut poikaansa valmistautumaan ensimmäiseen valmentajapestiin. 62-vuotias Ulf Samuelsson kuuluu NHL:n kokeneimpiin ruotsalaisvalmentajiin. Hän on toiminut apuvalmentajana Phoenix Coyotesissa, New York Rangersissa, Chicago Blackhawksissa ja Florida Panther
The Toronto Maple Leafs are one of the most interesting NHL franchises to watch heading into the 2026-27 season.One reason is Gavin McKenna, the top overall pick in the 2026 Draft, who has strengthened head coach Jim Hiller’s roster and is expected to be an important piece for the team from day one.However, analyst Alec […] The post Maple Leafs Issued Clear Warning on Gavin McKenna Expectatio
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Highlights Bill Daly says metro Atlanta is “not even remotely close” to an application phase A Forsyth County developer told neighbors its financing packet is already with the NHL Read below for where the 33rd and 34th franchises actually stand The NHL just poured cold water on Atlanta. Deputy commissioner Bill Daly was asked about […] The post NHL Expansion: Daly Says Atlanta Isn’
Like most in the hockey world, Vancouver Canucks general manager Ryan Johnson has been forced to wrap his head around the new economic realities that have emerged in an escalating salary cap era. But rather than get bogged down by the monumental numbers being attached to new contracts this summer, Johnson has tried wherever possible…
Dylan James rewarded Detroit’s patient development plan with 21 college goals, but his age creates a compressed path to the NHL. The post Red Wings’ Patient Second-Round Gamble Faces a Two-Year Clock appeared first on HEAVY.
It is safe to say that the Toronto Maple Leafs have improved their roster situation heading into the 2026-27 NHL season compared with last season.The addition of top overall prospect Gavin McKenna is more than enough reason to be excited about what could be a redemption season for the Toronto franchise.However, roster management is also […] The post Maple Leafs Handed
Navigate the high-stakes value of Connor McDavid’s supporting cast as a revamped roster and intriguing rookie prospect redefine the fantasy outlook for this Stanley Cup hopeful.
Throughout the 2025-26 NHL season, the Washington Capitals didn’t know for sure whether legendary winger Alex Ovechkin would be back for another year. But as the campaign came to an end, Dylan Strome and his teammates started to get a feeling that their captain wasn’t quite ready to walk away. Strome recently talked about some
In just over two years as Edmonton Oilers general manager, Stan Bowman has traded away two first-round picks, moved on from several longtime players, and made some pretty aggressive bets in pursuit of a Stanley Cup. The results have been all over the map. Some moves have provided tremendous value, while others already look difficult…
Highlights Five of the 10 biggest prospects in hockey belong to the Utah Mammoth Ilya Protas tops the list at 6-foot-5 after leading every AHL rookie in scoring Read below for the full 10 and which of these giants open the year in the NHL Utah has spent two drafts collecting giants, and the receipt […] The post Biggest NHL Prospects 2026-27: Utah Owns Half the Top 10 appeared first on
Brendan Brisson's contract with the Maple Leafs was a minor signing but it could have major implications if he doesn't end up getting enough playing time.
A key point in the New Jersey Devils’ struggles during the 2025-26 season revolved around one thing: goaltending. To outside eyes, it might seem like the Devils have done nothing to resolve that issue, but Sunny Mehta’s trade of Jacob Markstrom to the Florida Panthers was a true addition by subtraction situation. In Jake Allen, […]
Although the NHL has yet to confirm a new season of FACEOFF: Inside The NHL, there are several intriguing storylines the league could offer fans a behind-the-scenes look at.
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 […]
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Gavin McKenna could be anything from a supporting piece to a game-breaking star in his rookie season, and how the Maple Leafs manage the upside and uncertainty surrounding their new young star matters far beyond just 2026-27. A wide range of plausible outcomes exists for McKenna this season. In the dream scenario, McKenna follows a […] The post The Gavin McKenna era begins with immense promi
Today marks the start of the KHL season, with several games on the schedule. And of course, in Montreal, we’re keeping a close eye on the Russian league. The Habs have several promising prospects playing there… even though Gleb Pugachyov, their most recent first-round pick, will start the season in the MHL instead. That doesn’t […] The post Alexander Zharovsky was shu
I gave every NHL forward a dollar value from goals and assists, then built a norm for all 12 depth-chart jobs. The result: Every team's Needs and 16 surplus forwards that teams can deal from
Zeev Buium har spelat en hel NHL-grundserie. Nu ger Vancouver Canucks den 20-årige backen ett åttaårskontrakt värt 75,04 miljoner amerikanska dollar. Han kom till klubben i trejden som skickade Quinn Hughes till Minnesota och får redan förtroendet att bli en av spelarna Vancouver ska bygga runt. Förlängningen börjar gälla säsongen 2027/28. Buium har alltså ett […] Inlägget Zeev Buium får 75 miljoner dollar – Canucks by
The Buffalo Sabres have been considered to have one of the deepest prospect pools in the NHL, which is in part due to them selecting high in recent drafts because of their not qualifying for the playoffs. The Sabres have displayed an eye for talent, and the organization’s developmental model has begun to yield results, with 2023 first rounder Zach Benson making an impact in the playoffs, and 2024 top pick Konsta Helenius appearing as one of the AHL’s top prospects the last two seasons.
NHL27 has officially been released to those who bought the game early, and with it a whole slew of new rankings and ratings for every team in the game.
Although the NHL has yet to confirm a new season of FACEOFF: Inside The NHL, there are several intriguing storylines the league could offer fans a behind-the-scenes look at.
Highlights Colorado won the Presidents’ Trophy by eight points, then got swept by Vegas in the Western Conference Final Joe Sakic barely touched the roster this summer and the panel keeps landing on one word: stable Read below for the cap math and the one contract Colorado still has to sort out Joe Sakic ran […] The post Avalanche Roster 2026-27: ‘These Guys Are All Coming Back’
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