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Quinn Hughes on new deal: ‘I want to make sure I’m taking my time on everything’

Quinn Hughes is entering into the final season of his current contract, but he’s in no apparent rush to sign a new one.

Bowman: Hockey Canada reinstatement played big role in Formenton signing

Oilers GM talks to TSN’s Ryan Rishaug about the process the franchise went through in deciding to sign free-agent forward.

J. Hughes doesn’t think Quinn will ‘sacrifice what’s best for him’ for brothers to unite

Ducks place Kreider on waivers for contract termination

The Anaheim Ducks are placing veteran forward Chris Kreider on waivers for contract termination, freeing $6.5 million in space for the cash-strapped Ducks and setting the winger up for a fresh start.

Former Canadiens winger, four-time Stanley Cup champion Pronovost dead at 90

Former Montreal Canadiens winger André Pronovost, who won four straight Stanley Cups with the Habs, has died at 90. The Canadiens say Pronovost died Tuesday, with the cause of death not disclosed.

Oilers sign F Formenton to one-year, $850K deal

The Edmonton Oilers have signed forward Alex Formenton to a one-year, $850,000 contract.

Gavin McKenna to live with John Tavares and his family during rookie season

Toronto Maple Leafs first-overall pick Gavin McKenna will spend his rookie season living with veteran forward and former team captain John Tavares.

Hurricanes, Sabres and Mammoth among suitors for Hellebuyck; Panthers out of running

As the Winnipeg Jets continue to explore options to honour star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck’s trade request, TSN Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun lists the Carolina Hurricanes, Buffalo Sabres and Utah Mammoth as possible landing spots.

‘Really hard decision’: Ex-Sens captain Tkachuk reflects on Ottawa exit

The 26-year-old, who will join older brother Matthew in Florida after the pair helped the United States beat Canada for gold at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics, thanked Senators owner Michael Andlauer and general manager Steve Staios for keeping things quiet following his trade ask.

Samsonov returns to North America with Sharks on one-year, two-way deal

The San Jose Sharks announced Tuesday that the club has signed goaltender Ilya Samsonov to a one-year, two-way contract.  

NHL Draft decentralized once again in 2027

For a third straight year, the NHL Draft will be decentralized next summer. The league confirmed on Monday that the 2027 edition will follow the same format of the previous two.

Medicine Hat coach believes McKenna’s confidence can rub off on Maple Leafs

Medicine Hat Tigers head coach Willie Desjardins has seen Gavin McKenna grow from a 14-year-old rookie to a WHL champion. After McKenna was selected No.1 overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs, Desjardins believes his confidence and graciousness can rub off on the rest of the organization as he enters his rookie season.

Hurricanes sign P-O Joseph to one-year contract

The Carolina Hurricanes announced Tuesday that the team has signed defenceman Pierre-Olivier Joseph to a one-year, $850,000 contract.

Crosby talking extension with Penguins: ‘I’d like to continue playing for a number of years’

Sidney Crosby said Tuesday that extension talks are underway with the Pittsburgh Penguins, though finding a term is a difficult proposition as he weighs his future.

Babcock’s first task is fixing Oilers’ team defence

The biggest gains need to be made across Edmonton’s most crucial players, and that starts with McDavid and Draisaitl, Travis Yost writes.

Tkachuk brothers to ring siren ahead of Miami hosting Florida A&M

The No. 7 Miami Hurricanes will welcome a pair of gold medalists on Thursday night to open up their home schedule. Ahead of the game against Florida A&M, Florida Panthers duo Brady Tkachuk and Matthew Tkachuk will serve as Hurricane Siren ringers.

RFA Edvinsson plans to attend Red Wings training camp while awaiting new deal

Simon Edvinsson intends to be at training camp with the Detroit Red Wings later this month while the defenceman waits for a new contract following the expiration of his entry-level deal, TSN Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun reports.

Bruins ink F Minten to seven-year, $50.4 million contract extension

The Boston Bruins have signed forward Fraser Minten to a seven-year, $50.4 million contract extension.

Stutzle on Marchand’s captaincy chirp: ‘I don’t care about his opinion’

Ottawa Senators forward Tim Stutzle is brushing off a chirp from Florida Panthers veteran Brad Marchand as remains under consideration for the team’s captaincy.

Batherson wants to stay with Senators, hoping to get deal done before season

Ottawa Senators forward Drake Batherson said Tuesday he wants to stay with the team long-term and is hoping to sign a contract extension before the season starts.