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What Does A Successful 2026-27 NHL Season Look Like For The Montreal Canadiens?
The Montreal Canadiens had a step-forward season in 2025-26, finishing in third in the Atlantic Division and winning two Stanley Cup playoff rounds. But what does a successful 2026-27 season look like for the Habs? Is it a Cup-or-bust year for Montreal, or is slow-but-continual improvement the key?
Best 'Day With the Stanley Cup' Moments In Recent NHL History
The NHL Stanley Cup has seen some things, been to some places, and had some interesting foods and liquids poured into it. Let's take a look at some of the best 'day with the Stanley Cup' moments in recent NHL history.
Four Things The Winnipeg Jets Need To Return To The Stanley Cup Playoffs
A year after they won the Presidents' Trophy, the Jets missed the playoffs by eight points. Do they have what it takes to get back into the postseason for 2026-27?
NHL Off-Season Rankings: No. 13, Vancouver Canucks
As part of TheHockeyNews.com's current series ranking the off-seasons of every NHL team, we're focusing today's article on team No. 13 – the Vancouver Canucks.
Three NHL Defensemen Who Could Still Be Traded This Off-Season
These three NHL defensemen have the potential to be traded before the start of the season.
Fowler, Cossa Among Young Goaltenders Who Could Make NHL Opening Night Rosters
Goaltenders in general are a tough position to make predictions about; add the element of being young as well, and it feels nearly impossible. But today, we discuss six goaltenders who could compete for NHL roster spots in training camp.
Houston 'Priority' Over Austin As NHL Eyes 33rd Franchise Commitment By December, What About Canada?
Houston and Austin have emerged as the top two destinations to land the NHL's 33rd franchise. Where does Canada fit into the league's future plans for expansion? Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly shares his thoughts in this exclusive 1-on-1.
Opinion: No, Jon Cooper Is Not Leaving Tampa Bay To Coach In Toronto Anytime Soon
Jon Cooper's future as head coach of the Tampa Bay Lightning is uncertain, but it's too early to suggest he'll be headed to the Toronto Maple Leafs.
NHL Off-Season Rankings: No. 14, Philadelphia Flyers
The Philadelphia Flyers come in at No. 14 on TheHockeyNews.com's NHL off-season rankings. GM Daniel Briere made some limited changes this summer, but they shape up as a stronger team than the one that finished the 2025-26 season. What does Philadelphia have to do to improve next year?
Four Things The Nashville Predators Need To Get Back Into The Stanley Cup Playoffs
The Nashville Predators finally got the change of direction they needed with a new GM and a bunch of trades this summer. Will that be enough to get them into the playoffs in 2026-27?
2017 NHL Re-Draft: Makar To Devils At No. 1, Robertson To Golden Knights
The 2017 NHL Draft featured high-end talent at all three positions, headlined by Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar. Owen Cameron takes a look at what changes would be made if general managers across the league had a second chance to make their picks.
NHL Rumor Roundup: The Latest On Sidney Crosby, Vladimir Tarasenko And Patrik Laine
An update on when Sidney Crosby could open contract extension talks with the Pittsburgh Penguins, plus some suggested destinations for free-agent wingers Vladimir Tarasenko and Patrik Laine.
Moritz Seider Says Red Wings Players Share In Blame For Franchise's Failures
Detroit Red Wings defenseman Moritz Seider is ready to turn the page after a whirlwind summer that has left the franchise with a ton of uncertainties heading into the 2026-27 NHL season.
Hurricanes' Eric Robinson’s Stanley Cup Journey Comes Full Circle With Guy Gaudreau
Carolina Hurricanes forward Eric Robinson spent his day with the Stanley Cup with friends, family, and one of the most important figures in his hockey journey, Guy Gaudreau.
Ottawa's Tim Stutzle Breaks Silence On Brady Tkachuk Trade: 'You’re Always Surprised Over A Big Move Like That'
With Brady Tkachuk gone, the Ottawa Senators find themselves without a captain for the first time since 2020-21. And while Tim Stutzle could end up getting the 'C', he said replacing Tkachuk's leadership in the dressing room will not be easy.
What Should The Maple Leafs Expect From Morgan Rielly This Season?
Morgan Rielly is about to enter his 14th NHL season with the Toronto Maple Leafs, but there's been intense trade speculation that the defenseman addressed this week. Are we about to see Rielly traded out of Toronto, or is he going to be a Maple Leaf for life?
The Hockey News Wraparound: How Should The Ducks Handle Gauthier’s Contract Dilemma?
Emma Lingan, Michael Augello, and Frank Zawrazky break down the latest rumors surrounding Cutter Gauthier’s future with the Anaheim Ducks, the NHL’s Global Series announcement for 2027, and more.
Four Things The St. Louis Blues Need To Get Back Into The Stanley Cup Playoffs
The St. Louis Blues' have not been good enough to contend, but not bad enough to tank. Is there anything they can do to get back on the right track in 2026-27, and make the playoffs for just the second time in five years?
NHL Off-Season Rankings: No. 15, Minnesota Wild
The Minnesota Wild come in at No. 15 on TheHockeyNews.com's NHL off-season rankings. How will Bill Guerin make the Wild into Stanley Cup front-runners?
NHL Rumor Roundup: Cutter Gauthier Reportedly Rejects Ducks Offer, Latest Buzz On Pavel Zacha
The cost of signing Cutter Gauthier remains high for the Anaheim Ducks. Meanwhile, there's ongoing speculation over Pavel Zacha's future with the Boston Bruins.
Maple Leafs' Bottom-Six Overhaul Could Be Crucial For Return To Playoffs
The Toronto Maple Leafs made a slew of changes this summer, particularly to their group of depth forwards. Will the Maple Leafs' bottom-six changes lead to success next year?
Breaking Down The Most Valuable Contracts In The NHL
Jim Parsons takes a look around the NHL at some of the players who provide the most value to their team, relative to their salary. With unprecedented amounts of money being handed out across the league this summer, which players bring the most to the table?
Four Things The Florida Panthers Need To Get Back To The Stanley Cup Playoffs
Injuries alone don't explain the Florida Panthers' implosion last season. How can they rebound for another run at the Stanley Cup in 2026-27?
NHL Off-Season Rankings: No. 16, Carolina Hurricanes
The Carolina Hurricanes come in at No. 16 on TheHockeyNews.com's NHL off-season rankings. The Stanley Cup champions are running it back with a very similar group of players, but is Carolina prepared to go for back-to-back Cups this year?
2019 NHL Re-Draft: Hughes Stays No. 1, Caufield To Red Wings
The 2019 NHL Draft featured high-end talent at all three positions, headlined by New Jersey Devils center Jack Hughes. Owen Cameron takes a look at what changes would be made if general managers across the league had a second chance to make their picks.