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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
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
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
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
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
Jun 28, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Konsta Helenius is selected by the Buffalo Sabres with the 14th overall pick in the first round of the 2024 NHL Draft at The Sphere. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports
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What Should the Buffalo Sabres Do with Their First-Round Pick?

​The Buffalo Sabres are coming off their best season in 14 years, and fans expect them to be very active in the offseason....

June 23, 2026
Jun 27, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Justin Carbonneau is selected as the 19th overall pick to the St. Louis Blues in the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft at Peacock Theater. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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What Can the St. Louis Blues Do in the First Round of the NHL Draft?

With the two-week warning period for the 2026 NHL Entry Draft approaching, the St. Louis Blues face some big decisions that will shape...

June 16, 2026
Mar 28, 2026; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Islanders right wing Simon Holmstrom (92) celebrates his goal against the Florida Panthers with defenseman Matthew Schaefer (48) during the second period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Who Should the Islanders Draft With Their First Round Pick?

After missing the playoffs this season, the New York Islanders found themselves back in the draft lottery in back-to-back years. Unlike last season,...

May 12, 2026