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Feb 5, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram (4) knocks the puck off the stick of Pittsburgh Penguins center Ben Kindel (81) during the third period at KeyBank Center. Mandatory
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Who Are the Top 8 Teams in the NHL at the Olympic Break? Part 1

Going into the Olympic break, all 32 NHL teams have given the world a very good idea of what they’re capable of. Some...

February 16, 2026
Jan 29, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Utah Mammoth right wing Clayton Keller (9) takes s shot against the Carolina Hurricanes during the second period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images
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What Defines Success for Mammoth Players in the Olympics?

NHL teams finally made it to the big Olympic break. Some players get to enjoy a nice three-week vacation, while others get to...

February 11, 2026
Jan 31, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; The Minnesota Wild celebrate a goal scored by defensemen Quinn Hughes (43) during the second period against the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images
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Minnesota Wild Stars Will Shape USA, Sweden’s Olympic Hockey Hopes

The Milano Santa Giulia Arena is alive with the scrape of blades and the echo of pucks off glass as men’s hockey begins...

February 11, 2026
Jun 28, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Nashville Predators incoming general manager Barry Trotz announces the twenty fourth pick in round one of the 2023 NHL Draft at Bridgestone Arena.
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Barry Trotz’s GM Tenure Falls Flat in Nashville

In his third season as the Nashville Predators general manager, Barry Trotz has decided to step down. The Predators went out on a...

February 9, 2026
Jan 27, 2026; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild goaltender Jesper Wallstedt (30) celebrates his teams shootout win against the Chicago Blackhawks at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images
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Trading Jesper Wallstedt Would Signal Wild Want to Reshape Future

The winds swirling through the Twin Cities feel unsettled this winter, and at the center of the turbulence is Jesper Wallstedt. Recent reporting...

February 7, 2026
Jan 5, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Utah Mammoth right wing JJ Peterka (77) during the first period against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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JJ Peterka Is the Utah Mammoth’s X-Factor

The summer is a time of rejuvenation for the NHL. Teams upgrade their talented rosters, pick new star players out of the draft,...

February 5, 2026
Feb 2, 2026; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild left wing Kirill Kaprizov (97) is congratulated by teammates for scoring the game winner in overtime against the Montreal Canadiens at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images
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How Much Have NHL Players Made Over Time?

When NHL fans try to objectively single out the best hockey player, salaries are usually part of the discussion. Record-breaking contracts are always...

February 3, 2026
Jan 29, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Islanders right wing Max Shabanov (49) and New York Islanders center Kyle MacLean (32) celebrates the goal by New York Islanders defenseman Carson Soucy (4) against the New York Rangers during the second period at Madison Square Garden.
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Islanders Recent Trades Provide Depth and Stability

In the 2025-2026 NHL season, the New York Islanders exceeded the expectations of most fans. After selecting number one in the NHL Draft,...

February 3, 2026
Jan 16, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Brandon Bussi (32) skates during the warmups before the game against the Florida Panthers at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images
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Brandon Bussi Has Taken the NHL by Storm

The Hurricanes came into the season with a solidified goaltending tandem of Pyotr Kochetkov and Frederik Andersen. With questions about Andersen’s inconsistent health,...

January 29, 2026
Jan 19, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Minnesota Wild forward Marcus Foligno (17) (center) celebrates with defenseman Brock Faber (7) and forward Nico Sturm (78) after scoring his third goal of the game against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images
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Are the Wild Just a Playoff Team or a Playoff Threat?

The Minnesota Wild’s blend of talent, structure, and consistency at even strength has kept them competitive in a tight Western Conference, yet something...

January 28, 2026
Jan 15, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; The Utah Mammoth celebrate a goal against the Dallas Stars by center Nick Schmaltz (8) during the second period at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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Hosting the Winter Classic Is a Huge Victory for Utah

It was always a dream for Utah sports fans to have a third professional franchise in the state. Utah was always known for...

January 27, 2026
Jan 19, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Minnesota Wild forward Kirill Kaprizov (97) shoots the puck against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images
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The Clock Is Ticking as Kirill Kaprizov Climbs the Wild Record Book

At the tail end of 2025, the Minnesota Wild signed Kirill Kaprizov to a trailblazing eight-year contract extension. The $136 million deal is...

January 20, 2026
Dec 19, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Winnipeg Jets center Jonathan Toews (19) shoot the puck past Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard (49) in the first period at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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What Does an NHL Version of the Dance Mom’s Pyramid Look Like?

Welcome to the NHL Pyramid Rankings, where teams rise or fall based on performance, consistency, and momentum—much like Abby Lee Miller’s infamous pyramid...

January 20, 2026
Jan 5, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Utah Mammoth defenseman Sean Durzi (50) skates against the New York Rangers during the third period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Sean Durzi Has Made a Mammoth Impact on Utah

The date was Jan. 3, on a cold, dreary New Jersey night, the Utah Mammoth suffered a humiliating loss to the New Jersey...

January 19, 2026