NHL

Bruins and Oilers to play NHL games in Germany in 2027

The Boston Bruins and Edmonton Oilers will each play two regular-season games in Germany next year as part of the NHL and NHLPA’s efforts to grow hockey in the country, the league announced Thursday.

‘Great things ahead’: Rielly grateful to remain with Leafs after summer of speculation

After a summer full of speculation about his future, does Morgan Rielly expect to return for a 14th season with the Maple Leafs? “I mean, that’s what I would expect, yeah,” the 32-year-old defenceman said during a media availability at the Hockey Night in Brampton charity event on Wednesday, Mark Masters writes.

Ducks acquire forward Cruz Lucius from Penguins

The Anaheim Ducks have acquired forward Cruz Lucius from the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for future considerations, it was announced Wednesday afternoon.

All 32 NHL teams getting new ‘Hometown Remix’ jerseys this season

The NHL announced the Hometown Remix uniform series for all 32 teams on Wednesday. The sweaters will “authentically celebrate the fans, city, and local culture of each team,” according to the league.

Cowan excited to get started with new-look Maple Leafs: ‘There’s a buzz around Toronto’

Easton Cowan is excited to get back to work with the Toronto Maple Leafs after the team made significant changes both on and off the ice.

Wary of offer sheets, Capitals open talks with pending RFAs Leonard, Sourdif

The Washington Capitals are looking are to extend pending restricted free agent Ryan Leonard this off-season to avoid the risk of a potential offer sheet next year.

Canucks draft for growth, add veteran presence in busy off-season

The Vancouver Canucks added a mix of youth and veteran presence as they try to build back up after a last-place finish in 2025-26.

Canadiens to add Price to Bell Centre’s Ring of Honour

The Montreal Canadiens announced that the team will honour Carey Price in the Bell Centre’s Ring of Honour during their game against the Minnesota Wild on November 10, one day after his induction to the Hockey Hall of Fame. 

Prince George coach expects Carels to thrive with Flames organization

After the Calgary Flames drafted defenceman Carson Carels sixth overall in the NHL Draft, his WHL GM and head coach, Mark Lamb, believes that Carels will be a cornerstone of the Flames blueline for years to come.

ESPN co-founder Rasmussen dies at 93 from the effects of Parkinson’s disease

Bill Rasmussen, who co-founded ESPN in 1979 after being fired from a public relations job in the World Hockey Association, died Tuesday. He was 93.

Stars’ Johnston eyes Stanley Cup, Team Canada debut in his future

Dallas Stars forward Wyatt Johnston fell just short of making Canada’s Olympic team this past winter as he solidified himself as one of the top goal-scorers in the game.

Uncertainty lingers around Jets in preparations for 2026-27

The Winnipeg Jets are still under a shroud of uncertainty as the future of superstar netminder Connor Hellebuyck remains up in the air entering training camp for the 2026-27 campaign.

Sabres send prospect Sardarian to Hurricanes for future considerations

The Buffalo Sabres have traded prospect Stiven Sardarian to the Carolina Hurricanes in exchange for future considerations, the team announced on Monday.

Report: Batherson eyes eight-year term from Sens as Sept. 15 deadline looms

Ottawa Senators winger Drake Batherson is seeking an eight-year deal before next month’s cutoff to sign for that term, Bruce Garrioch of Postmedia reports.

Flames facing decision on Frost’s future

Calgary centre could have real value at the trade deadline, but getting an extension done looks like the best option, Travis Yost writes.

Senators look to regroup as post-Tkachuk era begins

After two straight first-round exits and the loss of their captain Brady Tkachuk from their roster, the Ottawa Senators are still looking to take the next step forward into becoming contenders in the Atlantic Division.

Panthers’ Marchand confirms he underwent recent surgery, reportedly could miss start of season

Slafkovsky named Slovak Hockey Player of the Year for third straight season

Following a career season with the Montreal Canadiens, power forward Juraj Slafkovsky was named the 2026 Slovak Hockey Player of the Year on Friday.

Veteran NHL F Skinner, released by Sharks last season, signs in Switzerland

Jeff Skinner will be continuing his career in Switzerland with EHC Biel-Bienne, the team announced Friday.

Roslovic says Leafs are a team ‘ready to win’

Jack Roslovic believes the Toronto Maple Leafs are “ready to win” despite coming off one of the worst seasons in franchise history.