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Smack-talking Command brings engine that never stops to NHL draft class

Just like his idol Michael Jordan, the Swedish centre took things personally during an impressive draft season, Mark Masters writes.

Wild owner Leipold vows team will re-sign Hughes, says blueliner wants short-term deal

Minnesota Wild owner Craig Leipold expects to re-sign star defenceman Quinn Hughes, he told Minnesota Public Radio on Wednesday.

Nikishin trade watch continues with upwards on six teams eyeing Hurricanes RFA

The Alexander Nikishin has rolled over into a second day with TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger reporting upwards of six teams are interested in the Carolina Hurricnaes defenceman.

Off-Season Watch: Capitals finally load up previous failed moves, still have room for Ovi

While adding two scoring wingers has certainly sparked speculation that Alex Ovechkin’s time with the franchise is at an end, TSN Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun reports the Capitals have been looking to boost their offence for quite some time.

Sabres lock up RFA Benson with seven-year deal

Zach Benson is staying in Buffalo. The Sabres have agreed to a seven-year contract worth $52.5 million, the team announced on Wednesday.

From Grand Cayman to Canada, Cover translates roller hockey skills to NHL draft prospect

Already an accomplished roller hockey player growing up in Grand Cayman, Jaxon Cover laughed at the memory of his introduction to ice hockey and how he literally fell head over skate blades for the sport.

Explaining ins and outs of NHL exploring an expansion team in Texas

The NHL took the first step toward expansion in Texas earlier this week, agreeing to terms with billionaire Dan Friedkin and his family to explore the feasibility of putting a franchise in Houston or Austin.

Byram ready for new opportunity as No. 1 defenceman for Blackhawks

Bowen Byram got the opportunity he wanted in a place he wanted to go. He thinks he’s ready. So do the Chicago Blackhawks — and they paid a hefty price because of that belief.

Preds add Drury in four-player trade with Avs

Jack Drury is headed to the Music City. TSN Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun reports the Colorado Avalanche have dealt the impending restricted free-agent forward, Chase Bradley and a 2029 third-round pick to the Nashville Predators in exchange for forwards Fedor Svechkov and Zachary L’Heureux.

Jets lock up RFA Rosen on two-year deal

The Winnipeg Jets have re-signed Isak Rosen to a two-year deal worth $1.85 million, the team announced on Wednesday.

After signing six-year extension with Kraken, McMann confident in franchise’s future

Rather than test free agency, Bobby McMann elected to stick with the Seattle Kraken for the long haul.

Belchetz brings brute force, soft skill to NHL draft class

Windsor Spitfires winger made a big impact this season, racking up 34 goals and 59 points in 57 games, Mark Masters writes.

Flames trying to trade Zary, seeking second-rounder in return

The Calgary Flames are trying to move forward Connor Zary, according to TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger. Dreger adds it sounds like the Flames are asking for a second-round selection in return.

No news expected on Ovechkin’s 2026-27 playing status ahead of July 1

Alex Ovechkin’s future in the NHL and with the Washington Capitals isn’t expected to be determined before the start of free agency on July 1, according to TSN Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun.

Capitals acquire Tuch from Sabres, extend him on eight-year, $84M deal

The Buffalo Sabres to send forward Alex Tuch to the Washington Capitals in a sign-and-trade deal, it was announced on Wednesday. Washington will send back David Kampf and a third-round pick in return, also handing Tuch an eight-year worth $84 million, carrying a cap hit of $10.5 million per year.

Trade market quiet on Flames’ Coleman with 10-team trade list limiting options

The trade market for Calgary Flames forward Blake Coleman is quiet for the moment, according to TSN Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun.

Grier: Sharks getting calls on No. 2, including ‘one that’s real interesting’

San Jose Sharks general manager Mike Grier said via Stephen Whyno of the Associated Press that the team has gotten multiple offers for the No. 2 overall pick in this week’s NHL Draft in Buffalo.

Hurricanes considering trade involving RFA defenceman Nikishin

The Carolina Hurricanes are considering a trade involving defenceman Alexander Nikishin, according to TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger.

Bleyl’s breakthrough season led to ‘out-of-body moment’ at combine

‘Live in the moment’: Reid ready for NHL draft after long journey

Chase Reid has tried to keep his head down and tune out the noise. As one of the top prospects heading into the NHL draft, that was always going to be an uphill struggle — especially in the social media age — with projections and opinions peppering the internet.