

Protecting Johnny Gaudreau's family goes beyond an Olympics celebration
Team USA celebrated Johnny Gaudreau on the ice after winning an Olympic Gold Medal. What comes next is even tougher. They need to remain a consistent presence.Headlines

Olympic Hockey Power Rankings: Who’s best positioned to win gold in 2026?
NHL stars return to the 2026 Winter Olympics. See our definitive power rankings of all 12 teams, ranked by their odds to take home gold in Milano-Cortina.
Which Olympic hockey teams have the most NHL players? Breaking down pro talent
Listing every NHL player in the 2026 Olympic men's hockey tournament and the countries with the deepest pro rosters.
The 4 Nations Face-Off reminded hockey fans what stakes feel like
By replacing an empty All-Star spectacle with national pride and real stakes, the NHL found a way to make fans care again.
26 sports hot takes to fight about at Thanksgiving with friends and family
Argue with everyone over these sports hot takes over your Thanksgiving meal — just be prepared to fight over it!
Every pro athlete linked with scandal since sports betting went mainstream
The shocking arrests of Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier are just the latest scandal to hit professional sports since the legalization and normalization of sports betting.NHL Rumors

Matthew Tkachuk injury jeopardizes Panthers' Stanley Cup defense
Almost two thirds of the regular season will be complete by the time Matthew Tkachuk is projected to return.
Predicting what Connor Bedard's Blackhawks extension could cost
Connor Bedard, the 2023 No. 1 overall pick, is entering the final year of his rookie deal. He's due a lucrative extension.
3 trades Capitals should explore after losing out on Nikolaj Ehlers
The Capitals hit their first real rut in their win-now re-tool. Here are some options to get them back on track.
Projecting top contenders to land 2026 NHL No. 1 pick Gavin McKenna
Projected No. 1 overall 2026 NHL Draft pick Gavin McKenna committed to Penn State over Michigan State earlier this week. While many are looking ahead to the imp
6 NHL players who bailed on the team that drafted them like Isaac Howard
Isaac Howard's departure from Tampa Bay is hardly unprecedented in the NHL.
Ranking Jerry Jones, Nico Harrison and the worst GMs in major American sports
There have been a couple of high-profile star players traded this year by teams in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. First, the Dallas Mavericks shocked the worl
Sidney Crosby will get last laugh in decades-old rivalry with Alex Ovechkin
Sid the Kid can hit Alex Ovechkin right where it hurts most when the two finally hang up their skates.
Alex Laferriere vs. Alexis Lafrenière: Who's who, NHL edition
With news of Los Angeles Kings winger Laferriere signing a contract extension, anyone do a double take at the name and think of New York Rangers winger Lafrenière? They are in fact different players, let's break it down.
When does the 2025-26 NHL season start?
As you’re eagerly awaiting the 2025-26 NHL season, what date should you circle on the calendar for the return of hockey?
3 NHL playoff teams from 2025 who will miss the cut in 2026
This trio of teams is primed to see serious regressions this upcoming season.Latest Articles

NHL fans want to throw Draft House idea all the way in the garbage
The 2025 NHL Draft debuted the "Draft House" experience much to the ire and annoyance of fans watching at home.
Who is Victor Eklund? Meet the mystery breakout rising up the NHL Draft board
Swedish left wing Victor Eklund is generating a ton of buzz ahead of the 2025 NHL Draft. Here's everything you need to know.
Who is eligible for the NHL Draft? Age rules and exceptions explained
As the next generation of hockey stars is ushered in via the NHL Draft, here's everyone you need to know about prospect eligibility rules.
What does entry-level contract mean in the NHL? Rules explained for draft picks
When the NHL Draft takes place, selected players will have to sign an entry-level contract. Here's everything you need to know about entry-level contracts in the NHL.
Complete NHL Draft order and top prospects after Panthers win the Cup
Two teams other than the Panthers and Oilers were invested in who finished first or second in the NHL.
3 Stanley Cup Playoff sleepers for 2026 who missed the cut last year
Every offseason, teams try to improve their rosters for a chance to compete for the Stanley Cup the following season. These three teams that missed the playoffs in 2025 all have the chance to clinch a spot in 2026.
3 way too early predictions for the 2025-26 NHL season
The dog days of summer are upon us. Dreaming of the next NHL season is what has been on my mind. Let's break it down.
Jack Eichel gets exactly what Mitch Marner is feeling after Toronto exit
The two Golden Knights stars will have a lot to bond over once training camp starts.
NHL schedule release 2025-26: Date, time, known matchups and how to watch
When can fans start planning their fall and winter schedules around their favorite team's matchups?
