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Which Canadian NHL Teams Are Closest to Winning the Stanley Cup?
The NHL offseason is in full swing, and teams are making moves in preparation for next season. This article focuses on the seven Canadian teams and how close they are…
Nikishin’s Situation Raises Unique Questions for the Hurricanes
The Carolina Hurricanes won the Stanley Cup by being the deepest team in the NHL. Four waves of attack rotating in front of three solid defensive pairings and three good…
Jets’ 2026 Free Agency Class: Who’s Re-Signed, Who’s Gone, & Who’s Left
Now that it’s been almost a week since NHL free agency opened and the dust has settled on the “frenzy”, it’s time to take a look at which Winnipeg Jets’…
Blue Jackets Need to Sign Greaves & Sillinger Long-Term & Avoid Arbitration
The Columbus Blue Jackets are facing a roadblock this summer after failing to come to terms with their three main restricted free agents (RFAs), Adam Fantilli, Cole Sillinger, and Jet…
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Paul, Roslovic & a Risky Identity
The first real stretch of John Chayka’s tenure as Toronto Maple Leafs GM has already looked more like a roster teardown and rebuild than a typical July 1 reset. This…
Oilers News & Rumours: Mukhamadullin, Stastney, Emberson, Andersen Speaks
The Edmonton Oilers have been quite active this offseason, making some moves behind their bench as well as with their roster, with some player personnel changes. From trading Darnell Nurse…
Wild 2025-26 Report Card: Brock Faber
The NHL offseason is in full swing, and while there are still signings and trades to come, they’ll be more spread out than all at one time. The Minnesota Wild…
3 Priority Contract Extensions for the Carolina Hurricanes This Season
As we draw closer to the start of the 2026-27 season, there have been a plethora of moves since the start of the new calendar year for the NHL. Between…
Samuel Montembeault Should Be on the Canadiens Roster to Start the Season
With Jacob Fowler emerging as one of the organization’s top prospects and Jakub Dobes looking like he is ready to be the number one goaltender, moving Samuel Montembeault seems like…
Previewing the 2026-27 New York Islanders’ Forward Group
Last season, the New York Islanders suffered a late-season collapse and were ousted from the playoff race after a promising season. One reason was the lack of offense: the team…
Blackhawks Extend Commesso; Gets Bigger Opportunity For Net
The Chicago Blackhawks signed the first of their RFA (Restricted free agent) group, announcing an extension for goalie Drew Commesso to a two-year ($875,000 AAV). This is a good deal…
Devils Re-Sign Ben Steeves to a 1-Year Contract
Earlier today, the New Jersey Devils announced that they have re-signed forward Ben Steeves to a one-year, two-way contract. For 2026-27, he will receive $850,000 at the NHL level and…
Flames Sign Simon Nemec to 5-Year Contract
The Calgary Flames have wasted little time committing to one of the biggest additions of their offseason. Just weeks after acquiring Simon Nemec from the New Jersey Devils, Calgary signed…
Flames Approaching Rebuilding Phase After Completing Teardown
As expected, general manager Craig Conroy and the Calgary Flames were quiet on July 1, when the NHL’s free agency window opened. However, they made headlines the day after by…
Devils Re-Sign Jakub Malek to a Two-Year Contract
On Monday, July 6, the New Jersey Devils announced that they have re-signed goaltender Jakub Malek to a two-year, two-way contract worth an average annual value of $875,000. The deal…
Mark Scheifele Trade Rumours Could Heat Up if Jets Move Connor Hellebuyck
Trade speculation surrounding Connor Hellebuyck has naturally dominated headlines, but if the Winnipeg Jets ultimately decide to move their franchise goaltender, it may not stop there. A Hellebuyck trade would…
How Likely Is Leo Carlsson to Be a Flyer?
It could be argued that the NHL has not seen a league-shattering move of this magnitude since the Wayne Gretzky trade. On Friday, July 3, the Philadelphia Flyers tendered an…
Get to Know the Newest Washington Capital: Boone Jenner
Boone Jenner earned the biggest contract of the Washington Capitals’ free-agent class this offseason, signing a four-year, $23 million deal on July 1, with a $5.75 million average annual value…
Today in Hockey History: July 6
Yesterday in Hockey History: July 5 Tomorrow in Hockey History: July 7 Some of the best players of the 1990s were rewarded for their performances on this date. July 6…
NHL Rumors: Tkachuk Friction, Larkin Value, Ducks Drama, Maple Leafs Difference-Maker
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, new details are shedding light on what really led to Brady Tkachuk’s exit from Ottawa. Meanwhile, the Toronto Maple Leafs are still hunting for a…
The Best NHL Defensemen Ever
The NHL has a long and storied existence. Legendary teams, lines and players serve as a reminder of days gone by while today’s players continue to forge the legacy left…
Detroit Red Wings’ 2018 Draft Regrets
We’ve all heard the saying, “You can’t move forward if you’re always looking back.” This rings true for the Detroit Red Wings organization when you refer to the mishap that occurred…
Oilers: Holland’s 3 Best and Worst Moves as GM
It was officially confirmed on June 27, 2024, that Ken Holland would not be returning as the general manager (GM) of the Edmonton Oilers for the 2024-25 season. He was…
Sabres’ 2026 Offseason Is Off to a Great Start
The 2026 NHL offseason is off to a hot start as it feels like it’s been busier than the last few seasons. We’ve seen a ton of trades, many players…
Ranking the Top 5 Dallas Stars Prospects From Development Camp
The Dallas Stars ran their 2026 Development Camp from June 29 to July 2 at Comerica Center in Frisco, four days of free, open sessions built around a 35-player camp…
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