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NHL Prospect Pool Overview '26-27: Calgary Flames Build Something Special
The Calgary Flames had an excellent NHL draft and added another high-end young defenseman in a trade. The way they've developed their NHL prospect pool, they may not even have a weakness.
Anaheim Ducks Got A Sobering Reality Check With Carlsson And Mintyukov
Do the Ducks have enough cap space to match the lucrative offer sheet for Leo Carlsson and re-sign Cutter Gauthier after re-signing Pavel Mintyukov to a five-year contract?
NHL Rumor Roundup: Leo Carlsson's Offer Sheet Shakes Up The NHL
The Philadelphia Flyers' signing of Leo Carlsson to a lucrative five-year offer sheet will make it difficult for the Anaheim Ducks to re-sign Cutter Gauthier. It could also affect other NHL teams' efforts to re-sign their RFAs.
Rogers Nearing Full Ownership Of Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment
Rogers is buying Kilmer Sports' 25 percent stake in MLSE for $4.35 billion Cdn. That means Rogers is about to become the full owner of the company that owns the Toronto Maple Leafs and other sports franchises.
15 RFAs File For Arbitration, Including Jason Robertson, Trevor Zegras, Jet Greaves And More
A total of 15 NHL players have filed for salary arbitration. Here is the full list of RFAs who will have their next contract decided by an arbitrator.
Why Chris MacFarland's Additions Since Becoming GM Of Predators Don't Make Them A Playoff Team
New Nashville Predators GM Chris MacFarland has made a slew of roster changes this summer, and his focus has been on improving the Predators' middle-six group of forwards and their depth. But that's not enough for the Preds to be a playoff team next season.
Next In Line: A Sneak Peak At One Of The Top 2029 Draft-Eligible Prospects
The youngest of three brothers, Madden Daneault grew up in an ultra-competitive environment. And that experience helped shape him into a player who hates to lose.
Is The Larkin And Red Wings Relationship Too Damaged To Stay Together?
Earlier this off-season, Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin submitted a trade request. But thus far, GM Steve Yzerman hasn't dealt Larkin. Will it be reasonable for Yzerman to expect Larkin back in Detroit next season if he can't find the right trade package?
NHL Prospect Pool Overview '26-27: Buffalo Sabres To Lean On Young Talent To Keep The Good Times Coming
After putting an end to that record-breaking playoff drought, the Buffalo Sabres look to build on that success with the growth of their prospect pool. Tony Ferrari evaluates the Sabres' youngsters in his NHL prospect pool overview series.
'He Has The Ability To Make Players Better': What Leafs Development Camp Revealed About McKenna's Long-Term Growth
The Toronto Maple Leafs have wrapped up development camp, and with that in the rearview mirror, Gavin McKenna is shifting focus to the Leafs' training camp. Here's the impression McKenna has left so far.
How Should The Oilers Deploy The New Andersen-Jarry Goaltending Tandem
The Edmonton Oilers changed up their goaltending picture this summer, signing longtime NHL goalie Frederik Andersen to form a tandem with veteran Tristan Jarry. But how should new Oilers coach Mike Babcock use the two goalies?
Bet The Farm: How The Family Land's Grunt Work Made Flames' Carels A Top 10 Draft Pick
Carson Carels does not hesitate to do the grunt work, whether that’s on his family’s land or at the rink. When you mix that work ethic and strength with his puck skills, it makes him a lock to be selected in the top 10at this year’s draft.
Evaluating Rangers And GM Chris Drury's Retooling Moves This Off-Season
The New York Rangers have made a slew of changes this summer. Here's an evaluation of how GM Chris Drury fared this off-season.
NHL Prospect Pool Overview '26-27: Boston Bruins Pipeline Headlined By Hagens and Friends
The Boston Bruins appear to be a little weak in terms of their depth of prospects on the back end. Tony Ferrari breaks down the Bruins' prospect pool in his NHL prospect pool overview series.
How Ducks' Leo Carlsson’s Offer Sheet Affects The NHL’s Top Remaining RFAs
There are plenty of NHL stars who are RFAs and still waiting to sign a contract extension with their teams. After the Philadelphia Flyers tendered an offer sheet for the Anaheim Ducks' Leo Carlsson, how does that affect the other RFAs?
Is Blue Jackets' Fantilli Next After Flyers' Bold Move For Carlsson?
Philadelphia Flyers GM Danny Briere’s record-breaking offer sheet for Leo Carlsson was ruthless. And if the Anaheim Ducks match that offer, it may not be out of the question for Briere to pivot to Columbus Blue Jackets star Adam Fantilli.
The Anaheim Ducks Must Put Their Money Where There Mouth Is After Historic Leo Carlsson Offer Sheet
The Philadelphia Flyers made a shockingly bold move Friday, signing Leo Carlsson to a massive offer sheet that will give him the NHL's highest cap hit. The Ducks have said they'd match any offer sheet to Carlsson in the past, so they must prove it.
NHL Prospect Pool Overview '26-27: Anaheim Ducks Have Plenty More On The Way
The Anaheim Ducks have a loaded group of prospects on the way to fill virtually any role the Ducks need in the future. Tony Ferrari kicks off his in-depth NHL prospect pool overview series with the Ducks.
Alex Ovechkin Should Not Lead The Washington Capitals' Offense Anymore
Alex Ovechkin signed a one-year contract with the Washington Capitals after leading the team in scoring this past season. With new off-season additions, he should accept a lesser role.
Will The NHL's Last Visor-Less Players All Return In 2026-27?
After Dallas Stars captain Jamie Benn re-signed on Friday, three of the NHL's final four skaters who don't wear a visor are under contract.
The Hockey News Big Show: Who Will Make Up The Canadiens' Goalie Tandem Next Season?
Andrew McInnis, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discuss the Canadiens' contract extensions, the Flames and Wild's trade, the status of the Blue Jackets, Red Wings and Rangers, and more.
NHL Rumor Roundup: Latest Buzz On Jason Robertson, Dylan Larkin And Alexander Nikishin
Contract talks continue between the Stars and Jason Robertson, the Red Wings set a high asking price for the Wild for Dylan Larkin, and the Rangers were interested in Alexander Nikishin.
Evaluating John Chayka's Changes To The Toronto Maple Leafs
New Toronto Maple Leafs GM John Chayka has been a busy man since he was hired at the start of May. There's virtually no area he hasn't addressed in his first moves on the job, writes Adam Proteau.
Where Does Dylan Larkin Fit Now? Re-Evaluating His Fit On Panthers, Golden Knights And Wild
Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin requested a trade and reportedly wants to go to either the Florida Panthers, Vegas Golden Knights and Minnesota Wild. After July 1, does a trade with any of them look likely?
Four Losers After The Start Of NHL Free Agency 2026
There's still time for NHL teams that had an underwhelming or flat-out poor start to free agency to turn things upgrade their squad. But for now, the Kings, Red Wings and other teams were the losers of July 1.