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Apr 5, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; St. Louis Blues right wing Dalibor Dvorsky (54) controls the puck in the first period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
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The St. Louis Blues Have a Logjam up Front

With a busy draft week and the start of free agency in the rearview mirror, the St. Louis Blues moved on from two...

July 8, 2026
May 16, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens right wing Ivan Demidov (93) reacts after scoring a goal against the Buffalo Sabres during the first period in game six of the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
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Ivan Demidov’s Extension Reflects Canadiens’ Winning Culture

On July 1, the first day of NHL free agency, Ivan Demidov signed his first extension with the Montreal Canadiens. The Russian youngster...

July 8, 2026
Apr 14, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Mammoth right wing JJ Peterka (77) plays the puck against the Winnipeg Jets during the first period at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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How Will the Utah Mammoth Replace JJ Peterka?

On June 25, 2025, the Utah Mammoth swung for the fences by acquiring JJ Peterka from the Buffalo Sabres. To get the young...

July 8, 2026
Nov 30, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars general manager Jim Nill (right) presents left wing Jamie Benn (14) with a plaque commemorating Benn scoring his 400th goal before the game between the Dallas Stars and the Ottawa Senators at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Which NHL Franchises Have the Best Front Offices? Part 1

Of the 32 NHL teams, several front offices stand out amongst the rest. These organizations consistently make moves to put their teams in...

July 7, 2026
Matvei Kotkov (left) and Yuri Ivanov (right). Photos taken by Kamilla Kalmeteva.
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How Were Bruins’ Matvei Kotkov, Yuri Ivanov First Steps in Boston?

This year, the Boston Bruins drafted more than one Russian player for the first time since 2002. Furthermore, for the first time since...

July 7, 2026
Apr 15, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Louis Crevier (46) celebrates his second goal against the San Jose Sharks with left wing Tyler Bertuzzi (59) during the third period at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
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The Chicago Blackhawks Nailed the NHL Entry Draft

Even without a first-round selection, the Chicago Blackhawks left the NHL draft smiling. After trading away the fourth overall pick for Bowen Byram,...

July 1, 2026
Jun 26, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Ethan Belchetz reacts beside NHL commissioner Gary Bettman after being selected with the seventeenth pick in the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft by the Utah Mammoth at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images
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The Mammoth’s Reliance on Youth Continues After the NHL Draft

For the NHL, the offseason marks a time of rebuilding and revamping rosters. One trade or signing can forever change a franchise. For...

July 1, 2026
Dec 1, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Anaheim Ducks center Mason McTavish (23) controls the puck against the St. Louis Blues during the third period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images
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St. Louis Blues’ Wild Draft Week Shows They’re Not Willing to Bottom Out

Working his final full week as the St. Louis Blues GM, arguably nobody in the NHL has been busier than Doug Armstrong. Before...

June 30, 2026
Dec 16, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Utah Mammoth right wing JJ Peterka (77) battles with Boston Bruins defenseman Nikita Zadorov (91) for the puck during the second period at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images
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Was JJ Peterka Worth the Bruins’ First-Round Pick?

The first round of the 2026 NHL Draft took place in Buffalo at the KeyBank Center. This year, the Boston Bruins were supposed...

June 29, 2026
May 1, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Buffalo Sabres right wing Alex Tuch (89) points to his goaltender after being congratulated at the bench after scoring against the Boston Bruins during the first period of game six of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images
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After 3 Blockbuster NHL Trades, Who Are Biggest Winners/Losers?

The weeks leading up to free agency have been much more eventful than anyone expected. There have been several shocking, landscape-altering trades this...

June 27, 2026
Dec 11, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram (4) handles the puck against the Vancouver Canucks in the first period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images
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Bowen Byram Has a Chance to Reform the Blackhawks’ Blueline

The Chicago Blackhawks made their first big trade of the 2026-27 season. Bowen Byram is now their top defenseman. https://twitter.com/NHLBlackhawks/status/2069595786367606965?s=20 At first, the...

June 26, 2026
Apr 16, 2026; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; San Jose Sharks forward Philipp Kurashev (96) is congratulated by his team mates on his goal against the Winnipeg Jets during the second period at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: Terrence Lee-Imagn Images
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The San Jose Sharks Should Trade the No. 2 Pick in NHL Draft

Entering with the ninth-best odds to land the top pick, the San Jose Sharks shocked the hockey world last month when they landed...

June 24, 2026
Apr 11, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Blackhawks center Ryan Greene (20) celebrates with teammates after scoring against the St. Louis Blues during the first period at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
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How Can the Chicago Blackhawks Improve This Offseason?

This offseason, the Chicago Blackhawks need to make moves to ensure a winning season for the young rebuilding team. The big question surrounding...

June 24, 2026
Jun 27, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; The draft board is seen following the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft at Peacock Theater. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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NHL First-Round Mock Draft: Will Ivar Stenberg Fall Past No. 2?

The 2026 NHL Entry Draft is on the doorstep. For rebuilding teams, this event is an opportunity to draft cornerstone players for years...

June 23, 2026