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Alex Ovechkin Should Not Lead The Washington Capitals' Offense Anymore
Alex Ovechkin signed a one-year contract with the Washington Capitals after leading the team in scoring this past season. With new off-season additions, he should accept a lesser role.
Will The NHL's Last Visor-Less Players All Return In 2026-27?
After Dallas Stars captain Jamie Benn re-signed on Friday, three of the NHL's final four skaters who don't wear a visor are under contract.
The Hockey News Big Show: Who Will Make Up The Canadiens' Goalie Tandem Next Season?
Andrew McInnis, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discuss the Canadiens' contract extensions, the Flames and Wild's trade, the status of the Blue Jackets, Red Wings and Rangers, and more.
NHL Rumor Roundup: Latest Buzz On Jason Robertson, Dylan Larkin And Alexander Nikishin
Contract talks continue between the Stars and Jason Robertson, the Red Wings set a high asking price for the Wild for Dylan Larkin, and the Rangers were interested in Alexander Nikishin.
Evaluating John Chayka's Changes To The Toronto Maple Leafs
New Toronto Maple Leafs GM John Chayka has been a busy man since he was hired at the start of May. There's virtually no area he hasn't addressed in his first moves on the job, writes Adam Proteau.
Where Does Dylan Larkin Fit Now? Re-Evaluating His Fit On Panthers, Golden Knights And Wild
Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin requested a trade and reportedly wants to go to either the Florida Panthers, Vegas Golden Knights and Minnesota Wild. After July 1, does a trade with any of them look likely?
Four Losers After The Start Of NHL Free Agency 2026
There's still time for NHL teams that had an underwhelming or flat-out poor start to free agency to turn things upgrade their squad. But for now, the Kings, Red Wings and other teams were the losers of July 1.
The Wraparound: Is Frederik Andersen The Oilers' Stabilizing Presence In Net?
Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Jim Parsons discuss Alex Ovechkin re-signing in Washington, Frederik Andersen joining the Oilers, John Carlson signing with the Lightning and much more.
Penguins GM Kyle Dubas Once Again Targets Reclamation Projects
The Pittsburgh Penguins added Nick Robertson and Andrei Kuzmenko on Wednesday as players with more upside than their point totals this past season suggest. They also signed another right-handed defenseman.
'I'm Back': NHL Goals Leader Alex Ovechkin Re-Signs With Washington Capitals
Alex Ovechkin is not done in the NHL yet. The Washington Capitals captain re-signed for one season at a $4.25 million average annual salary.
NHL Rumor Roundup: Latest On Zach Werenski And Connor Hellebuyck
Zach Werenski wants to stay with the Columbus Blue Jackets, but uncertainty remains over how long he'll stay with them. Meanwhile, trade rumors continue to swirl around Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck.
Top 20 NHL UFAs Left After Day 1 Of Free Agency 2026
Alex Ovechkin, Anthony Mantha and Patrick Kane are among the NHL's top UFAs left as Day 2 of free agency begins.
Five Winners After The Start Of NHL Free Agency 2026
It's still early in the off-season, but from the end of the playoffs to the first hours of NHL free agency, the Maple Leafs, Sharks and three other squads made major moves that improved their futures.
Darnell Nurse Trade Ends Oilers' Saga While Creating Long-Term Gamble For Sharks
Darnell Nurse will bring a physical, veteran presence to a young San Jose Sharks squad while escaping the scrutiny he faced with the Edmonton Oilers. Edmonton has already started to eat into that freed cap space.
New Jersey Devils Tender Offer Sheet To Utah Mammoth RFA Barrett Hayton
The New Jersey Devils pulled off a rare move by tendering an offer sheet to another team's RFA. The Utah Mammoth have seven days to decide whether to match the contract for Barrett Hayton.
The Hockey News Big Show: Reacting To NHL Free Agency So Far
Ryan Kennedy, Michael Traikos and Michael Augello discuss free-agency day moves by the Leafs, Jets, Sharks, Oilers and more.
Cup Or Bust? Bobrovsky Instantly Transforms Maple Leafs Into Championship Contenders
The Toronto Maple Leafs made one of the biggest splashes in Day 1` of the NHL's free-agent frenzy by signing longtime Florida Panthers star goalie Sergei Bobrovsky to a three-year contract. Will this move get Toronto back into the playoffs? Or will the Leafs come to regret the signing?
Montreal Canadiens Take A Familiar Risk With Ivan Demidov That's Paid Off To Perfection
The Montreal Canadiens have signed core players to long-term contract extensions with a cap hit that's based on potential rather than history. That's worked well for them so far, so they did the same to Ivan Demidov.
What Is Happening With Zach Werenski And The Columbus Blue Jackets?
Columbus Blue Jackets D-man Zach Werenski released a statement after reportedly vetoing a trade to the Dallas Stars. Here are the latest updates on July 1.
'That's $285,000 Per Point!' Fans React To Massive Bowen Byram Contract Extension
The 25-year-old defenseman, who was traded from Buffalo to the Chicago Blackhawks last week, has signed a reported six-year extension with a cap hit of $12.5-million, which takes effect in 2027-28.
NHL Rumor Roundup: The Latest On Free Agency's Notable UFAs
As the NHL's annual free-agent market opens on July 1, here's a look at some of the noteworthy players available and where they might be signing.
NHL Nugget: St. Louis Blues Nearly Relocated To Saskatoon In 1983
What if the St. Louis Blues became the Saskatoon Blues? That could have happened in 1983 had the NHL's board of governors not voted against it.
NHL Free Agency Frenzy 2026: Live Signings And Trades Tracker, Analysis
Catch up on the latest NHL free agency coverage, including rankings and analysis, and follow along with all the big deals as the signing season begins.
Red Wings And Blackhawks Could Struggle In NHL Free Agency
The Chicago Blackhawks and Detroit Red Wings have been two of the most successful NHL teams in modern memory, but their lengthy playoff droughts could make it very difficult to attract needle-moving talent.
Let The Sergei Bobrovsky Sweepstakes Begin: Best Fits In NHL Free Agency
Out of four NHL teams linked to soon-to-be free agent Sergei Bobrovsky, which one is the best fit for the team and the goaltender?
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