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Top Five Worst NHL Contracts Signed By UFAs Since July 1
With over three weeks of the NHL's free agency period passed, here are the top five worst contracts signed since July 1.
Most Anticipated Homecomings Of The 2026–27 NHL Season
There has been plenty of shifting among the stars of the NHL over the past year or so. With the NHL schedule released just over a week ago, here are the most anticipated homecomings for next season.
NHL Prospect Pool Overview ‘26-27: Islanders Must Keep Adding Around Matthew Schaefer
Matthew Schaefer’s record-breaking rookie campaign gives the New York Islanders a franchise cornerstone. However, the organization must continue to grow and build to surround its young superstar with talent and support.
NHL Coach Rankings: Capitals' Carbery At No. 9, With Chance To Climb Next Season
We're moving into the top floors of our series ranking the NHL's 32 coaches. We're now into the top 10 coaches, with Washington Capitals' Spencer Carbery coming in at No. 9.
Where Are They Now?: One Year Since Five Members Of Hockey Canada Sexual Assault Trial Were Acquitted
It's been exactly one year since the five members of the Hockey Canada sexual assault trial were acquitted and found not guilty. One year later, here is where those five players are now in their professional hockey careers.
Ottawa Senators Are Looking To Add A 'Pure Sniper,' But Who Is Left To Target?
Ottawa Senators GM Steve Staios feels good about the work they've done this off-season, but he would still love to add a "pure sniper." The issue is that there aren't many available at the moment.
The Wraparound: What Can Patrick Kane Bring To The Chicago Blackhawks?
Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Kelsey Surmacz break down Jason Robertson's one-year extension, Patrick Kane's return to the Chicago Blackhawks, and much more around the hockey world.
NHL Prospect Pool Overview '26-27: New Jersey Devils Hope For Depth
The New Jersey Devils are stuck between having a mediocre prospect pool, but also not being playoff locks each season. With their current crop of prospects, they are hoping quite a few turn into depth pieces down the road.
Three Potential NHL Destinations For UFA Michael Bunting
With Michael Bunting still available as an unrestricted free agent, let's look at three teams that could look to sign the pesky winger.
Blue Jackets' Jet Greaves' Contract Places Him In A New Tier Of NHL Goaltending Expectations
On Thursday, the Columbus Blue Jackets and Jet Greaves avoided arbitration, agreeing to a three-year, $5 million contract. This new deal places the 25-year-old in the next tier of NHL goaltending expectations.
NHL Coach Rankings: Islanders' Peter DeBoer Kicks Off The Top 10
Here on THN.com, we're ranking the NHL's 32 coaches in reverse order. Today, we're focusing on an experienced coach who sits at No. 10 in our rankings.
Blackhawks Bring Back Franchise Legend Patrick Kane On Two-Year Deal
The Chicago Blackhawks have signed 37-year-old Patrick Kane to a two-year, $8 million AAV contract, bringing the franchise's second-leading point scorer back to Chicago.
Stars' Jason Robertson Joins Eight Prominent Names Of NHL's 2027 UFA Class
The NHL's 2026 crop of UFAs has mostly been picked up. Now, with Jason Robertson joining the UFA class of 2027, here are the other names that form a powerful group of stars who will need deals by the end of next season.
NHL Prospect Pool Overview ‘26-27: Nashville Predators' Pipeline Molded By Poor Regular Seasons
Though they lack superstars in the pipeline, the Nashville Predators have a respectable prospect pool with depth in every position.
How The NHL's New Centralized Broadcasts Grows The Game And Increases Fan Interest League-Wide
Fans may feel skeptical about the NHL's new centralized broadcasts, but it will increase fan interest league-wide and grow the game of hockey in the long run.
Why The Stars, Robertson Could Both Be Winners And Losers After One-Year Contract Agreement
With Jason Robertson and the Dallas Stars avoiding arbitration with a one-year contract, here are some reasons why both parties could be winners or could be losers following this deal.
NHL Coach Rankings: No. 15 Through 11 Includes Two Jack Adams Trophy Finalists
This next increment of ranking the NHL's 32 head coaches, from No. 15 through 11, includes two Jack Adams Trophy finalists of this past year.
'We’ll Await His Decision': Reunion With Blackhawks Is In Kane's Hands, GM Davidson Says
Chicago Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson has chimed in on the possibility of a Patrick Kane reunion. According to Davidson, the ball is in the player's court, and the decision to reunite with Chicago is all up to Kane.
Dallas Stars Sign Top RFA Jason Robertson To One-Year Deal
The Dallas Stars and star winger Jason Robertson have agreed to a one-year, $12 million contract, avoiding arbitration.
'Hopefully He Decides To Come Back,' Bedard Wants Kane, Will The Blackhawks Make It Happen?
Longtime Chicago Blackhawks superstar winger Patrick Kane is looking for a new contract. And the Blackhawks could be a solid place for Kane to wrap up his Hall-of-Fame career. Hawks young star Connor Bedard wants Kane as a teammate, but could a different team be a better fit for Kane?
Is Acquiring Connor Hellebuyck Really Worth It For The Sabres?
The Buffalo Sabres are strongly linked to Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck, but is the price required to land him really worth the trouble for the Sabres?
Trump's Tariff On Hockey Sticks Will Hurt Americans More Than Canadians
USA President Donald Trump's latest tariffs on hockey sticks will hurt Americans more than they hurt Canadians. The decision comes at an unfortunate time, given that hockey in the U.S. has never been more popular.
NHL Prospect Pool Overview '26-27: Montreal Canadiens' Cupboards Are Stocked As They Become Contenders
The Montreal Canadiens' prospect pool is loaded with talent, which should bode well, given they have made themselves contenders with a young NHL core.
Five NHL Breakout Candidates To Watch In 2026-27
Each NHL player develops differently, which adds to the thrill of guessing who will break out. Today, we give our best shot at picking five candidates to have breakout seasons during the 2026-27 season.
NHL Coach Rankings: 20 To 16 Features Several Coaches On The Hot Seat
The NHL's coaching business is a cutthroat line of work. But this summer, we're ranking all 32 NHL coaches. Today, we're looking at the middle of the pack, with rankings 20-through-16. Where does your team's coach rank?