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IOC Provisionally Lifts Suspension Of Russian Olympic Committee: How It Could Affect Hockey
The International Olympic Committee said it still strongly condemns Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, but it's lifting its suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee. That could affect Russia's eligibility in IIHF tournaments.
Toronto Maple Leafs Keep Getting Bolder By Taking Daniel Alfredsson From Ottawa Senators
The Toronto Maple Leafs hired new associate coach and Ottawa Senators icon Daniel Alfredsson. His hiring is a coup for new Leafs GM John Chakya, who still has other important decisions to make this summer.
NHL Prospect Pool Overview '26-27: Carolina Hurricanes Keep Swinging After Cup Win
The Carolina Hurricanes have taken chances on highly skilled NHL prospects who need some development, and it's worked out for the Stanley Cup champions. Here are standout prospects, strengths, weaknesses and more.
NHL Rumor Roundup: No Golden Knights For Dylan Larkin; Latest On Nikishin And Wright
It's doubtful the Golden Knights can afford to acquire Dylan Larkin from the Detroit Red Wings. We also have the latest on Hurricanes defenseman Alexander Nikishin and Kraken center Shane Wright.
The Seattle Kraken And Shane Wright Have Failed To Meet Expectations So Far
The Seattle Kraken have mostly been a letdown in their brief time as a team, and young Kraken center Shane Wright also has disappointed. The Kraken are set to trade Wright, but what type of changes should the team aim for?
Alex Ovechkin Cites World Cup Stars Messi And Ronaldo As Inspiration For Aging Sports Stars
Alex Ovechkin is the NHL's all-time goals leader who decided he's not done yet. The Washington Capitals captain credited two of soccer's biggest superstars for proving that aging sporting stars can still excel.
The Hockey News Big Show: What Is Jason Robertson's End Goal?
Devan Dubynk, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discuss a report about Brady Tkachuk's podcast, arbitration, the massive Leo Carlsson offer sheet and much more.
NHL Prospect Pool Overview '26-27: Calgary Flames Build Something Special
The Calgary Flames had an excellent NHL draft and added another high-end young defenseman in a trade. The way they've developed their NHL prospect pool, they may not even have a weakness.
Anaheim Ducks Got A Sobering Reality Check With Carlsson And Mintyukov
Do the Ducks have enough cap space to match the lucrative offer sheet for Leo Carlsson and re-sign Cutter Gauthier after re-signing Pavel Mintyukov to a five-year contract?
NHL Rumor Roundup: Leo Carlsson's Offer Sheet Shakes Up The NHL
The Philadelphia Flyers' signing of Leo Carlsson to a lucrative five-year offer sheet will make it difficult for the Anaheim Ducks to re-sign Cutter Gauthier. It could also affect other NHL teams' efforts to re-sign their RFAs.
Rogers Nearing Full Ownership Of Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment
Rogers is buying Kilmer Sports' 25 percent stake in MLSE for $4.35 billion Cdn. That means Rogers is about to become the full owner of the company that owns the Toronto Maple Leafs and other sports franchises.
15 RFAs File For Arbitration, Including Jason Robertson, Trevor Zegras, Jet Greaves And More
A total of 15 NHL players have filed for salary arbitration. Here is the full list of RFAs who will have their next contract decided by an arbitrator.
Why Chris MacFarland's Additions Since Becoming GM Of Predators Don't Make Them A Playoff Team
New Nashville Predators GM Chris MacFarland has made a slew of roster changes this summer, and his focus has been on improving the Predators' middle-six group of forwards and their depth. But that's not enough for the Preds to be a playoff team next season.
Next In Line: A Sneak Peak At One Of The Top 2029 Draft-Eligible Prospects
The youngest of three brothers, Madden Daneault grew up in an ultra-competitive environment. And that experience helped shape him into a player who hates to lose.
Is The Larkin And Red Wings Relationship Too Damaged To Stay Together?
Earlier this off-season, Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin submitted a trade request. But thus far, GM Steve Yzerman hasn't dealt Larkin. Will it be reasonable for Yzerman to expect Larkin back in Detroit next season if he can't find the right trade package?
NHL Prospect Pool Overview '26-27: Buffalo Sabres To Lean On Young Talent To Keep The Good Times Coming
After putting an end to that record-breaking playoff drought, the Buffalo Sabres look to build on that success with the growth of their prospect pool. Tony Ferrari evaluates the Sabres' youngsters in his NHL prospect pool overview series.
'He Has The Ability To Make Players Better': What Leafs Development Camp Revealed About McKenna's Long-Term Growth
The Toronto Maple Leafs have wrapped up development camp, and with that in the rearview mirror, Gavin McKenna is shifting focus to the Leafs' training camp. Here's the impression McKenna has left so far.
How Should The Oilers Deploy The New Andersen-Jarry Goaltending Tandem
The Edmonton Oilers changed up their goaltending picture this summer, signing longtime NHL goalie Frederik Andersen to form a tandem with veteran Tristan Jarry. But how should new Oilers coach Mike Babcock use the two goalies?
Bet The Farm: How The Family Land's Grunt Work Made Flames' Carels A Top 10 Draft Pick
Carson Carels does not hesitate to do the grunt work, whether that’s on his family’s land or at the rink. When you mix that work ethic and strength with his puck skills, it makes him a lock to be selected in the top 10at this year’s draft.
Evaluating Rangers And GM Chris Drury's Retooling Moves This Off-Season
The New York Rangers have made a slew of changes this summer. Here's an evaluation of how GM Chris Drury fared this off-season.
NHL Prospect Pool Overview '26-27: Boston Bruins Pipeline Headlined By Hagens and Friends
The Boston Bruins appear to be a little weak in terms of their depth of prospects on the back end. Tony Ferrari breaks down the Bruins' prospect pool in his NHL prospect pool overview series.
How Ducks' Leo Carlsson’s Offer Sheet Affects The NHL’s Top Remaining RFAs
There are plenty of NHL stars who are RFAs and still waiting to sign a contract extension with their teams. After the Philadelphia Flyers tendered an offer sheet for the Anaheim Ducks' Leo Carlsson, how does that affect the other RFAs?
Is Blue Jackets' Fantilli Next After Flyers' Bold Move For Carlsson?
Philadelphia Flyers GM Danny Briere’s record-breaking offer sheet for Leo Carlsson was ruthless. And if the Anaheim Ducks match that offer, it may not be out of the question for Briere to pivot to Columbus Blue Jackets star Adam Fantilli.
The Anaheim Ducks Must Put Their Money Where There Mouth Is After Historic Leo Carlsson Offer Sheet
The Philadelphia Flyers made a shockingly bold move Friday, signing Leo Carlsson to a massive offer sheet that will give him the NHL's highest cap hit. The Ducks have said they'd match any offer sheet to Carlsson in the past, so they must prove it.
NHL Prospect Pool Overview '26-27: Anaheim Ducks Have Plenty More On The Way
The Anaheim Ducks have a loaded group of prospects on the way to fill virtually any role the Ducks need in the future. Tony Ferrari kicks off his in-depth NHL prospect pool overview series with the Ducks.