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Four Things The Islanders Need To Get Back Into The Stanley Cup Playoffs
The New York Islanders missed the playoffs by eight points last season. How can they make up the gap to get into the playoffs for the first time in three years?
Three NHL Defensemen Set To Have Breakout Campaigns In 2026-27
Here are three NHL defensemen who look destined to have breakout years in 2026-27.
NHL Prospect Pool Overview ‘26-27: Utah Mammoth Prospect Pool Has Massive Upside And Stature
After years at the bottom of the standings prior to relocation, the Utah Mammoth have built an intriguing pipeline of prospects that could help accelerate their competitive timeline. Tony Ferrari takes a deep dive into the franchise's next wave of NHL talent.
NHL Off-Season Rankings: No. 25, Montreal Canadiens
TheHockeyNews.com's off-season rankings has the Montreal Canadiens slotted in 25th place. Montreal needed help putting them over the top as a Stanley Cup playoff front-runner, but they didn't get it. What must the Canadiens do to win it all?
2027 NHL Draft Prospects That Stood Out At The Hlinka Gretzky Cup
With the conclusion of the 2026 Hlinka Gretzky Cup, Owen Cameron dives into the top draft-eligible players that made a strong impression at the tournament as they enter a pivotal season in their hockey careers.
Expectations Of Maple Leafs' Bobrovsky With Comparisons To Other Aging Star Goalies In NHL's Modern Era
The Toronto Maple Leafs made a huge splash this summer by signing star goalie Sergei Bobrovsky. But with Bobrovsky approaching 40 in a couple of years, what's reasonable for the Leafs to expect out of him on the ice in Toronto next year?
Three NHL Forwards Set To Have Breakout Campaigns In 2026-27
Here are three NHL forwards who could be on the cusp of a breakout season going into 2026-27.
Exploring Ducks Trades To Clear Space For A Cutter Gauthier Extension
After matching Leo Carlsson's massive five-year offer sheet, the Anaheim Ducks still have work to do. Cutter Gauthier is due for a large raise and remains without a contract. Who are some players that may need to be traded in order to clear cap space for their top goal-scorer?
Ranking Canada's Seven NHL Teams By 2026-27 Stanley Cup Chances
After three of the seven Canadian NHL teams made the Stanley Cup playoffs in 2025-26, here's a ranking of each team's chances to win the Cup in 2026-27.
Top Three Goaltenders In The NHL's Pacific Division
The Pacific Division was the worst in the NHL for 2025-26 when it came to quality goaltending. Who are the three best candidates to lead them back to league average in 2026-27?
NHL Off-Season Rankings: No. 26, Ottawa Senators
TheHockeyNews.com's off-season ranking has the Ottawa Senators slotted in 26th place. Ottawa were hurt by the departure of ex-captain Brady Tkachuk, but they made other moves to stem the bleeding. How will Ottawa do without Tkachuk?
How The Rangers Must Avoid Being A Mushy Middle NHL Team In 2026-27
The New York Rangers have been one of the NHL's biggest disappointments the past two seasons, missing the playoffs both years. After a relatively busy off-season, what must the Rangers do to avoid being a 'mushy middle' team and get back into the Stanley Cup playoffs?
'Everything But Gold Is Disappointment': Landon DuPont Embracing Expectation Of Captaining Team Canada
Projected first overall pick in the 2027 NHL draft, Landon DuPont takes pride in leading Team Canada as the captain at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup. He understands how important claiming that gold medal is for his country.
Can The Jets Remain Competitive Without Connor Hellebuyck?
As Connor Hellebuyck's future with the Winnipeg Jets remains uncertain, it's time to explore what the franchise's competitive hopes will look like if the star goaltender ends up on another team before the upcoming season.
NHL Players Who Could Regress In 2026-27 After Having Breakout 2025-26 Season
Here are four players who could be expected to take a step back in offensive production for 2026-27 after having a standout campaign in 2025-26.
Top Three Centers In The NHL's Atlantic Division
The Atlantic Division may not have many of the very best centers in the league, but they have a bunch of guys in that next tier down. Which of those centers are most likely to have the biggest impact in 2026-27?
NHL Off-Season Rankings: No. 27, Columbus Blue Jackets
The Columbus Blue Jackets rank No. 27 in TheHockeyNews.com's NHL off-season ranking.
Opinion: It's Time For The Senators To Make Drake Batherson Their Highest-Paid Player
The Ottawa Senators have absorbed some devastating roster moves this summer. The big issue on Ottawa's horizon is the next contract for star winger Drake Batherson. What will Batherson's next deal look like – and will he want to stay in Canada's capital for the long-term?
Five NHL Players Who Could Sign Eight-Year Extensions Before Time Runs Out
After Ville Koivunen's eight-year extension with the Pittsburgh Penguins, the NHL's incoming change to maximum contract lengths has quickly come into focus. Who are some players that could sign for eight years before these changes come into effect?
Three NHL Centers Who Could Still Be Traded This Off-Season
There is still a chance that these three centers could be traded this summer.
Five Teams That Should Target Alexander Nikishin In A Trade
Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Alexander Nikishin is rumored to be moving on from the Stanley Cup champions before the 2026-27 season starts. Which teams around the league make sense as prospective landing spots?
NHL Off-Season Rankings: No. 28, Buffalo Sabres
TheHockeyNews.com's series ranking every NHL team's off-season continues with a look at the Buffalo Sabres. After a remarkable 2025-26 season, have they done enough to remain a top contender in the Atlantic Division?
NHL Rumor Roundup: Red Wings' GM Search Delays Larkin Trade, Sabres Searching For Goalie
The Detroit Red Wings' ongoing search for a new general manager has put Dylan Larkin's trade request on hold, while the Buffalo Sabres appear no closer to bolstering their goaltending for the upcoming season.
The Hockey News Wraparound: Breaking Down The Red Wings’ GM Search
Emma Lingan, Michael Augello, and Karine Hains break down Ville Koivunen’s eight-year extension with the Pittsburgh Penguins, the latest news on the Detroit Red Wings’ GM search, and more.
Koivunen's Eight-Year Extension Signals Penguins' Focus On The Future
The Pittsburgh Penguins made a major investment in their group of forwards Thursday, signing young winger Ville Koivunen to an eight-year contract extension. Koivunen has little NHL experience, but the Pens made a calculated gamble with his new deal. Will we see this type of gamble from more teams?
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