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All-Star 11 Games: NHL, NHLPA Put 'A Lot Of Brainpower' In Creating New All-Star Weekend Format
Four countries and a "rest of world" squad will clash in the 2027 NHL All-Star Game tournament. Gary Bettman, Bill Daly, Marty Walsh and Ron Hainsey discussed the new weekend format and Russia's participation.
Top 100 NHL Players In 2026: 11 To 20
The Penguins' Sidney Crosby, Jets' Connor Hellebuyck and Bruins' David Pastrnak are listed between 11th and 20th on The Hockey News' top 100 NHL players ranking following the regular season.
How Hurricanes And Golden Knights Proved There Is No Single Blueprint For Winning
The Carolina Hurricanes have drafted and developed a core while using trades and free agency to round out their roster, while the Vegas Golden Knights are focused less on the draft and more on acquiring players in their prime.
The Wraparound: Could Canadiens' Patrik Laine Thrive With A Change Of Scenery?
Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Frank Zawrazky discuss Zach Werenski's Norris Trophy win, the futures of Patrik Laine and Brendan Gallagher, the Leafs' new front office hiring and more.
Reacting To Chris MacFarland Leaving Avalanche To Become Predators' GM And Hockey Ops President
Former Colorado Avalanche GM Chris MacFarland was hired Tuesday as the Nashville Predators' GM and president of hockey operations. Not only was it a savvy hire, but it makes a different team look bad.
NHL Rumor Roundup: What's Next For The Montreal Canadiens?
The Montreal Canadiens exceeded expectations by reaching the Eastern Conference final. However, management doesn't intend to rest on its laurels during the off-season.
The Hockey News Predicts The 2026 Stanley Cup Final Winner
Who will win the Stanley Cup between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights, and who will win the Conn Smythe Trophy? We asked TheHockeyNews.com writers and editors to give their predictions.
Who Will Score The Most Points, Goals In Stanley Cup Final?
Will the Stanley Cup final feature dark horses and unlikely sources putting up the most goals and points, or will an NHL star shine under the brightest spotlight? Gary Pearson makes his predictions.
Blue Jackets' Zach Werenski Beats Makar And Dahlin To Win NHL's Norris Trophy
Zach Werenski has won the Norris Trophy for the first time in his career. He led the Columbus Blue Jackets in scoring for the second straight season.
Unlikable? Why It's OK To Hate On The Vegas Golden Knights
The Carolina Hurricanes may have been a "bunch of jerks," but the Vegas Golden Knights look like the villains heading into the Stanley Cup final.
NHL Playoffs Tracker: Stanley Cup Final Odds, Latest Stories As Of June 2
The Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights have accomplished some rarities leading up to Game 1 of the Stanley Cup final on Tuesday. Here's your NHL playoff update.
Vancouver Canucks Set The Tone As They Name Manny Malhotra Coach
The Vancouver Canucks' new management has stressed the importance of developing the right culture as they rebuild. GM Ryan Johnson said new coach Manny Malhotra will put the proper foundation in place.
'I'm Building To Be Better': How Vegas' Mitch Marner Shook Off The Label He Had In Toronto
Mitch Marner has stepped up in these playoffs, but he's not done it all himself. He and his Golden Knights teammates discuss how they've thrived off each other.
Who's Hot And Cold Heading Into The NHL's Stanley Cup Final
The Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights have had some hot performances from their players to get to the Stanley Cup final. Adam Proteau lists a hot and cold player per team.
Hurricanes Goaltender Frederik Andersen Is Playing For More Than Just His First Stanley Cup
As Frederik Andersen finally reaches his first Stanley Cup final, he isn't just playing for a championship. He's playing for Claude Lemieux, who died days before Carolina's Eastern Conference final clincher.
NHL Conference Final Superlatives: MVP, Most Disappointing And More
The Golden Knights arguably had the MVP of the NHL's conference finals, while an Avalanche center was the biggest disappointment. We look at those superlatives and two others.
The Hockey News Big Show: Previewing The 2026 Stanley Cup Final With Devan Dubnyk
Devan Dubnyk, Michael Traikos and Andrew McInnis discuss the Hurricanes eliminating the Canadiens, the Stanley Cup final, World Championship results and more.
Brendan Gallagher Still Has Something To Offer Once He Leaves Canadiens
Veteran Brendan Gallagher was barely used this season with the Montreal Canadiens, and he said he'll be moving on. Could the Vancouver Canucks be where Gallagher revitalizes his career?
Top 100 NHL Players In 2026: 21 To 30
The Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews, Senators' Brady Tkachuk and Blackhawks' Connor Bedard are listed between 21st and 30th on The Hockey News' top 100 NHL players ranking following the regular season.
NHL Rumor Roundup: Will Leafs' Morgan Rielly Accept A Trade? Will Ducks Move Mason McTavish?
Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Morgan Rielly might be willing to consider a trade. Meanwhile, Anaheim Ducks center Mason McTavish could be a cost-cutting trade candidate.
NHL Playoffs Tracker: Stanley Cup Final Odds, Latest Stories As Of June 1
The Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights practise on Monday ahead of Game 1 of the Stanley Cup final on Tuesday. Here's your NHL playoff update.
'Kind Of Speechless': Special Journeys Brought Kitchener Rangers To Memorial Cup Championship
Whether it's playing for the Rangers for three years, coming over from Switzerland, going back-to-back or making coaching history, different journeys brought Kitchener's players and staff to Memorial Cup glory.
Hockey Canada Loses Again: Have Canadians Gone From Not Enough Skill To Too Much?
The losses keep mounting for Hockey Canada, which lost the bronze medal game at the World Championship and didn't win the Olympics, world juniors or U-18s either. This is more than an aberration.
How Andersen And Hart's Unlikely Path To Stanley Cup Final Opens Door For Other Goalies
The Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes have benefited from terrific goaltending in this post-season. While Carolina's Frederik Andersen and Vegas' Carter Hart have taken different roads to the Stanley Cup final, both are delivering the netminding needed to win a championship.
2026 World Championship: Finland Nets Gold, Norway Upset Canada For Bronze
Finland bested Switzerland in the gold medal game with a dramatic overtime finish on Sunday. Roman Josi wins tournament MVP, and Norway upsets Canada for bronze in the final day of the IIHF 2026 World Championship.