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Apr 6, 2026; San Jose, California, USA; Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard (98) celebrates after a goal is scored against the San Jose Sharks in the third period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

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With Connor Bedard Injured, Who Will Step up for the Blackhawks?

After an unfortunate shoulder injury during offseason training, the Chicago Blackhawks will be without their superstar to start the season. https://twitter.com/NHLBlackhawks/status/2074932007746842910?s=20 Connor Bedard...

Sean DeCourseyJuly 22, 2026

Apr 2, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck (37) makes a glove save on a Dallas Stars shot during the second period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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The Buffalo Sabres Can’t Give up on Acquiring Connor Hellebuyck

Connor Hellebuyck is one of the biggest topics being discussed this offseason. The Vezina and Olympic gold medal winner is reportedly on...

Neil VillapianoJuly 22, 2026

Nov 8, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Utah Mammoth forward Barrett Hayton (27) skates during the warmup period before the game against the Montreal Canadiens at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images

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Will the Mammoth Regret Matching Barrett Hayton’s Offer Sheet?

Through a long, painful journey of arbitration and offer sheets, Barrett Hayton returns to the Utah Mammoth. On July 1, 2026, the New...

Easton StaufferJuly 20, 2026

Jun 3, 2025; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Florida Panthers general manager Bill Zito and Panthers head coach Paul Maurice are seen taking questions during media day in advance of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Walter Tychnowicz-Imagn Images

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Which NHL Franchises Have the Best Front Offices? Part 2

In part one, the Colorado Avalanche, Dallas Stars, Minnesota Wild and Carolina Hurricanes took spots four through seven in our ranking of the...

William JingJuly 15, 2026

May 6, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Anaheim Ducks center Leo Carlsson (91) scores a goal against Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Carter Hart (79) during the third period of game two of the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

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Anaheim Ducks Took a Gamble on Leo Carlsson’s Contract

The Anaheim Ducks made a major statement this past Thursday. It came with the decision to match the Leo Carlsson offer sheet from...

Neil VillapianoJuly 15, 2026

Apr 14, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Washington Capitals defenseman Jakob Chychrun (6) celebrates his goal against the Columbus Blue Jackets during the third period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

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After Stellar Offseason, Capitals Are Serious Contenders in the East

After winning the Metropolitan Division in the 2024-2025 season, the Washington Capitals had a setback; they missed the 2026 playoffs by three points....

Matthew KwitowskiJuly 13, 2026

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...

Harry LoomisJuly 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...

Madeleine AlvarezJuly 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...

Easton StaufferJuly 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...

William JingJuly 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...

Kamilla KalmetevaJuly 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,...

Sean DeCourseyJuly 1, 2026