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Mar 6, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon (29) looks on during the game between the Stars and the Avalanche at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Avalanche Star Looks to Continue Dominance Over Penguins

The Colorado Avalanche have been on a roll this season, and as they face the Pittsburgh Penguins, one man seems to have his opponent's number.

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Anže Kopitar Becomes Kings All-Time Scoring Leader

Rangers Host Kings Riding Four-Game Win Streak

Maple Leafs GM Furious Over Auston Matthews Incident Response

2028 World Cup of Hockey Host Cities Announced

Penguins Expecting Huge Boost Against Avalanche

Blackhawks Sign Former First-Round Pick to Entry-Level Deal

Scrappy Center Perfect Addition for Sabres

Sharks' Laurent Brossoit Makes First Start In Nearly Two Years

Capitals Sign Former Second-Round Pick to Entry-Level Deal

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Apr 15, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Ilya Samsonov (35) guards his net against the Calgary Flames during the second period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

Three Landing Spots for Top Free Agent Goalie

Apr 17, 2025; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Carolina Hurricanes center Jack Roslovic (96) skates with the puck in the second period against the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-Imagn Images

Three Landing Spots for Top Free Agent Forward

Apr 30, 2024; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Evgeny Kuznetsov (92) scores a penalty shot goal against New York Islanders during the first period in game five of the first round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Canadiens Out on Former Stanley Cup Champion

Apr 11, 2025; Newark, New Jersey, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Matt Grzelcyk (24) shoots the puck during the first period against the New Jersey Devils at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

Three Landing Spots for Top Free Agent Defenseman

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Sep 21, 2025; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Viljami Marjala (57) carries the puck past Calgary Flames defensemen Daniil Miromanov (62) during the third period of the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

Oilers Prospect Emerging as Hidden Gem in AHL

Jun 27, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; James Hagens is selected as the seventh overall pick to the Boston Bruins in the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft at Peacock Theater. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Top Boston Bruins Prospect Earns 2026 Beanpot MVP

Nov 25, 2025; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers centre Connor Clattenburg (64) is seen out on the ice as the Edmonton Oilers take on the Dallas Stars during the third period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Walter Tychnowicz-Imagn Images

Oilers Prospect Undergoes Hand Surgery After AHL Fight Injury

Dec 31, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, UNITED STATES; Canada forward Gavin McKenna (9) in action against Finland during the second period in group play during the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship at 3M Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Gavin McKenna Still Tops NHL Draft Boards Despite Slow Start

Jan 2, 2026; St. Paul, Minnesota, UNITED STATES; Sweden forward Anton Frondell (16) shoots the puck as Latvia defense Krisjanis Sarts (2) defends during the second period in the quarterfinals of the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

World Juniors Offers Hope for Blackhawks' Rebuild

Green Bay Gamblers forward Will Zellers (34) skates with the puck against the Waterloo Black Hawks on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the Resch Center in Ashwaubenon, Wis. Waterloo won the game, 6-3.
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Blues, Bruins Prospects Impressing at World Junior Championship

Oct 10, 2025; University Park, PA, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions forward Gavin McKenna (72) skates past Clarkson Golden Knights defenseman Noah Houle (3) during the third period at Pegula Ice Arena. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images

World Juniors Gives Gavin McKenna Chance to Silence Doubters

Oct 16, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers center Jett Luchanko (17) against the Winnipeg Jets at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Flyers Return Top Prospect to Junior Team

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Mar 18, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Evgeni Malkin (71) takes the ice against the New York Islanders at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Penguins Can Expect Huge Final Season from Evgeni Malkin

Nov 27, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) and center Evgeni Malkin (71) talk before a face-off against the Vancouver Canucks during the third period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Penguins Star Should Keep Playing With Longtime Teammate

Oct 30, 2024; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks goalie Arturs Silovs (31) skates against the New Jersey Devils during the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Penguins Trade Bolsters Future of Goalie Position

Mar 30, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) looks on at the face-off circle against the Ottawa Senators during the first period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Penguins' Sidney Crosby Irritated by Trade Rumors

Jan 27, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins right winger Bryan Rust (17) advances the puck during the third period against the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Penguins Should Sell High on Veteran Forward

Apr 17, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust (17) celebrates his goal with the Penguins bench against the Washington Capitals during the first period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Penguins GM Outlines Offseason Plans

Cornell University Big Red Hockey practice at Lynah Rink on Wednesday, October 29, 2019.

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Cornell Shocks Michigan State in Frozen Four Opener

Mar 11, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust (17) skates with the puck against the Vegas Golden Knights during the third period at PPG Paints Arena.

Penguins Forward Closing in on Elusive Milestone

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Mar 15, 2026; Milan, Italy; Jack Wallace USA celebrates with Declan Farmer USA and Joshua Misiewicz USA after scoring a goal in the Para Ice Hockey Gold Medal Game between United States of America and Canada during the Italy 2026 Paralympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: OIS/Matteo Colombo via Imagn Images

USA Hockey Sweeps Gold, Wins Winter Paralympics

Mar 14, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; San Jose Sharks left wing Igor Chernyshov (92) gets medical help after a bad hit from Montreal Canadiens (not pictured) during the first period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Sharks' Igor Chernyshov Suffers Head Injury After Scary Hit

Apr 30, 2024; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Winnipeg Jets head coach Rick Bowness talks to media after their loss to the Colorado Avalanche in game five of the first round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets' Rick Bowness Calls Out Officiating Bias

Mar 12, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini (71) during the third period against the Boston Bruins at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

Sharks' Macklin Celebrini Extends Point Streak, Postseason Chances

Jan 26, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Kasperi Kapanen (42) looks for a loose puck in front of Anaheim Ducks goaltender Ville Husso (33) during the first period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

NHL Makes Controversial No-Call in Senators vs. Ducks Game

Mar 13, 2026; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues center Robert Thomas (18) reacts after scoring the game winning goal against the Edmonton Oilers during overtime at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Blues Ascending Amid Recent Winning Streak

Dec 27, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Detroit Red Wings center Andrew Copp (18) celebrates his goal against the Carolina Hurricanes during the third period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Red Wings' Playoff Hopes Fade with Key Injuries Down Stretch

Mar 11, 2026; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Montreal Canadiens goalie Jacob Fowler (32) looks up the ice prior to the start of game against the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-IMAGN Images

Canadiens Stanley Cup Hopes Extend Beyond Locker Room

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Jan 25, 2026; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Anaheim Ducks defenseman Radko Gudas (7) against the Calgary Flames during the third period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

Ducks' Radko Gudas Suspension for Auston Matthews Hit Revealed

Mar 5, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) skates against the New York Rangers during the third period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs Lose Auston Matthews for Season After Injury

Jan 3, 2026; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks center Ty Dellandrea (10) during the first period against the Tampa Bay Lightning at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Sharks Sign Forward Ty Dellandrea to Two-Year Extension

Mar 3, 2026; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks goaltender Yaroslav Askarov (30) passes the puck during the third period against the Montreal Canadiens at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-Imagn Images

Sharks Recall AHL Goalie Due to Yaroslav Askarov's Injury

Feb 28, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Adam Fantilli (19) celebrates scoring a goal against the New York Islanders in the second period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets HC Responds After Wonky Call Costs Game vs. Panthers

Mar 12, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard (98) skates with the puck against the Utah Mammoth during the first period at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

Blackhawks' Connor Bedard Silences Mammoth Fans in OT Win

Mar 7, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov (86) warms up before playing the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Lightning's Nikita Kucherov Hits Career Milestone Amid Art Ross Chase

Feb 21, 2026; Milan, Italy; Kaapo Kakko of Finland celebrates after scoring their fourth goal against Slovakia in the men's ice hockey bronze medal game during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Lang-Imagn Images

Report: Finland Next Stop For NHL's Global Series

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Feb 25, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Mammoth center Nick Schmaltz (8) waits for the play against the Colorado Avalanche during the first period at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

Mammoth's Key Signing Completely Changes Free Agent Market

Feb 14, 2026; Milan, Italy; Tim Stutzle of Germany at the start of the second period of a Group C men's ice hockey game during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Rho Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Blackhawks, Senators Announce 2026 Games in Germany

Feb 13, 2026; Milan, Italy; Sidney Crosby of Canada during the warm up before the match against Switzerland in men's ice hockey group A play during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Golden Knights' Mitch Marner Reveals Sidney Crosby Olympic Injury

Feb 27, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes (43) controls the puck against the Utah Mammoth during the second period at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

Quinn Hughes Makes History in Wild's Loss to Flyers

Feb 22, 2026; Milan, Italy; Jack Hughes (86) of the United States celebrates after defeating Canada in the men's ice hockey gold medal game during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Devils’ Jack Hughes Fires Up Team USA Before WBC Quarterfinal

Mar 5, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) skates against the New York Rangers during the third period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews Leaves Game After Scary-Looking Injury

Mar 10, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews (34) plays the puck during the third period against the Montreal Canadiens at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs' Losing Streak Fuels Draft Lottery Hopes

Jan 15, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals defenseman John Carlson (74) shoots the puck against the San Jose Sharks during the third period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

John Carlson's Ducks Debut is Imminent

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Mar 6, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin (71) skates with the puck in the second period against the Florida Panthers at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets, Bruins Could Benefit from Red Wings' Injury Issues

Mar 7, 2026; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini (71) looks on against the New York Islanders during the second period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

Macklin Celebrini's MVP Case Hinges on Sharks Making Playoffs

Mar 8, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon (29) holds his knee after a play in the first period against the Minnesota Wild at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

NHL Rescinds Avalanche Star's Controversial Major Penalty

Mar 6, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson (48) warms up before the game against the Anaheim Ducks at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Canadiens' Lane Hutson Surpasses Hall of Famer's Assists Record

Mar 5, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) skates against the New York Rangers during the third period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Auston Matthews’ Goal Drought Mirrors Maple Leafs Struggles

Dec 5, 2017; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin (71) gets defended by Winnipeg Jets center Andrew Copp (9) during the second period at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-Imagn Images

Red Wings Lose Two Key Scorers Amid Playoff Push

Feb 26, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens left wing Juraj Slafkovsky (20) plays the puck against the New York Islanders during overtime at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Canadiens’ Juraj Slafkovsky Sets Historic Franchise Milestone

Mar 10, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) during the first period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Oilers' Connor McDavid Chasing 400 Goals Against Surging Stars

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Mar 9, 2026; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Ottawa Senators forward Brady Tkachuk (7) celebrates his goal against the Vancouver Canucks in the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Senators' Hot Streak Echoes Legendary 2015 Playoff Run

Mar 11, 2026; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Montreal Canadiens goalie Jacob Fowler (32) looks up the ice prior to the start of game against the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-IMAGN Images

Canadiens’ Jacob Fowler Continues to Impress Despite Limited Action

Jan 13, 2024; Montreal, Quebec, CANADA; Montreal defender Kati Tabin (9) plays the puck against Boston during the third period in a PWHL ice hockey game at Verdun Auditorium. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

PWHL Announces First Nationally Televised Game

Mar 9, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets right wing Conor Garland (83) scores on a wrist shot against the Los Angeles Kings during the second period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

Conor Garland Trade Paying Dividends for Blue Jackets Playoff Chances

Mar 11, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) battles for position against Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen (55) in the third period at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Capitals' Down Year Continues With Loss to Flyers

Mar 3, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman (1) makes a save off his houlder during the second period against the Pittsburgh Penguins at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

Jeremy Swayman Could Lead Bruins to Unlikely Playoff Run

Mar 10, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) during the first period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Oilers Star Chasing Sixth Art Ross Trophy to Join Elite Company

Oct 9, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; General aerial view of the downtown Houston skyline and the Toyota Center and Minute Maid Park before the NFL game between the Indianapolis Colts and the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

NHL Legend Pushes for Expansion Team in Houston

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Mar 6, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Colorado Avalanche left wing Gabriel Landeskog (92) skates between Dallas Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger (29) and defenseman Esa Lindell (23) during the game between the Stars and the Avalanche at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Central Division Race Intensifying as Playoffs Approach

Jan 31, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Mammoth center Nick Schmaltz (8) recovers the puck in the back field during third period against the Dallas Stars at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Peter Creveling-Imagn Images

Mammoth Sign Top Center to Eight-Year Extension

Jan 7, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens goalie Jacob Fowler (32) takes a breather during the first period of the game against the Calgary Flames at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images

Canadiens Recall Top Goalie Prospect

Mar 10, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; San Jose Sharks left wing Kiefer Sherwood (44) looks to block a pass by Buffalo Sabres right wing Jack Quinn (22) during the third period at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Jack Quinn Nets Hat Trick as Sabres Continue to Roll

Mar 10, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon (29) collides into Edmonton Oilers goaltender Connor Ingram (39) in the second period at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Avalanche HC Rips Major Penalty on Nathan MacKinnon

Jan 16, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon (29) knocks the puck away from Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) in the first period at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Two Art Ross Contenders Collide as Oilers Visit Avalanche

Mar 3, 2026; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild forward Kirill Kaprizov (97) controls the puck against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the second period at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-Imagn Images

Wild Could Cement Playoff Spot with Win in Final Game vs. Mammoth

Feb 26, 2026; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Ottawa Senators defenseman Jake Sanderson (85) warms up prior to a game against the Detroit Red Wings at Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Keito Newman-Imagn Images

Senators Road to Postseason Only Growing More Difficult

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Jan 31, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Dallas Stars center Wyatt Johnston (53) and left wing Jason Robertson (21) celebrate after a goal during first period against the Utah Mammoth at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Peter Creveling-Imagn Images

Stars Depth Forwards Must Step Up After Injuries

Feb 27, 2026; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Florida Panthers left wing Brad Marchand (63) looks on against the Buffalo Sabres during the first period at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Panthers Playoff Hopes Likely Over with Brad Marchand Injury

Mar 7, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Kings center Scott Laughton (21) skates to the bench after scoring his first NHL goal during the second period against the Montréal Canadiens at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: William Liang-Imagn Images

Kings, Blue Jackets' New Acquisitions Make Immediate Impact

Jan 29, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Kraken forward Jaden Schwartz (17) is slow to get up during the first period against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images

Kraken Rule Out Veteran Forward Indefinitely

NHL Executive Commends Recent Texas Hockey Growth

Mar 8, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Buffalo Sabres goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen (1) makes a save during the third period against the Tampa Bay Lightning at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Sabres Ready to Snap Historic Postseason Nightmare

Mar 8, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; St. Louis Blues goaltender Joel Hofer (30) looks on during the second period against the Anaheim Ducks at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Joel Hofer's Red Hot Run Has Unintended Consequences for Blues

Mar 8, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars left wing Michael Bunting (58) and defenseman Tyler Myers (57) look on before the game against the Chicago Blackhawks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Michael Bunting is Exactly What Stars Needed

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Mar 7, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers right wing Carl Grundstrom (91) moves the puck against Pittsburgh Penguins center Noel Acciari (55) during the first period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

NHL Metropolitan Race Heating Up

Mar 7, 2026; San Jose, California, USA; New York Islanders center Bo Horvat (14) looks on against the San Jose Sharks during a stoppage of play in the second period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

Islanders Star Fined for Unsportsmanlike Conduct Against William Eklund

Mar 3, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; Colorado Avalanche left wing Gabriel Landeskog (92) controls the puck against the Anaheim Ducks during the second period at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Avalanche Lose Captain to Lower-Body Injury

Mar 7, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Utah Mammoth goalie Karel Vejmelka (70) makes a save against the Columbus Blue Jackets during the second period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

Mammoth's Karel Vejmelka Joins Elite Company

Mar 6, 2026; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini (71) pursues the puck against the St. Louis Blues in the second period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Sharks' Macklin Celebrini Needs Contract Extension Soon

Mar 7, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov (86) warms up before playing the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Lightning Star Records Fourth 100-Point Season

Jan 25, 2026; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Anaheim Ducks left wing Cutter Gauthier (61) skates during the warmup period against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

Ducks Could Be Dark Horse in Western Conference Playoffs

Mar 2, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Team North America associate general manager Stan Bowman speaks to media during a press conference for the upcoming 2016 World Cup of Hockey at Intercontinental Hotel. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Stan Bowman's Goaltending Decision Could Cost Oilers Playoff Hopes

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