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Why Golden Knights Can't Expect Much Improvement In Off-Season After Stanley Cup Final Visit
The Vegas Golden Knights came within two wins of winning their second Stanley Cup in franchise history. However, the Golden Knights have painted themselves into a corner this summer, and making improvements won't be easy. Will Vegas be taking a step backward next season?
Top Five Hockey Hall Of Fame Candidates For 2026 Induction
The Hockey Hall of Fame is going to announce its Class of 2026 on Monday. Some worthy candidates are first-year-eligible for the Hall of Fame. But there are also veterans deserving of Hall of Fame induction. Who should go into the HHOF this year?
Why The St. Louis Blues Should Commit To Contending, Not Rebuilding
The St. Louis Blues didn't enter a full rebuild at last season's NHL trade deadline and instead got hot at the end of the year. Going into next season, could the Blues be contending, rather than rebuilding?
Do Frequent Coaching Changes Hurt The Oilers' Chances At A Stanley Cup?
The Edmonton Oilers have turned on their head coaches pretty frequently in their history. Do those short-lived decisions hinder the Oilers' chances at the Stanley Cup?
Minnesota Wild Could See Franchise Record-Breaking Season With The Right Additions
The Minnesota Wild took an important step this season, winning one playoff round before being eliminated by the Colorado Avalanche. But Wild GM Bill Guerin has positioned his team to do big things next season. Will this be Minnesota's best season in franchise history?
2026 NHL Draft: Ferrari's 'My Guys' Include Stenberg, Preston And Valentini
Aside from the consensus ranking of prospects for the upcoming 2026 NHL draft, expert Tony Ferrari has his "My Guys." Here is a list of prospects that Ferrari has enjoyed analyzing throughout the season, from players projected to be selected early in the draft or could go undrafted.
NHL Buyers Must Beware Overpaying UFAs In Shallow 2026 Off-Season Market
This year's pool of NHL free agents is rather shallow. While it may make teams feel good momentarily to acquire free agents, in the long run, those pricy deals could come back to haunt teams.
Top Four NHL Center Trade Candidates Of 2026 Off-Season
Who are the top four centers who could be traded this summer during the 2026 NHL off-season?
The 2027 Off-Season Could Be Filled With Blockbuster NHL Trades
Imagine a summer when superstars such as Connor McDavid of the Edmonton Oilers and Auston Matthews of the Toronto Maple Leafs are available in the trade market. That could happen next year.
Powered By Cowan & Co., Toronto Marlies Win The Calder Cup
The Toronto Maple Leafs' prospect cupboard isn't as bare as everyone thought. Easton Cowan, Ben Danford and playoff MVP Artur Akhtyamov contributed to the Toronto Marlies' Calder Cup championship.
Why Now's The Time For Buffalo Sabres To Trade Bowen Byram
The Buffalo Sabres had one of the deepest defense corps this season. Now, D-man Bowen Byram has surfaced in trade rumors. Here's how Buffalo can benefit from trading him.
2026 NHL Draft: Top Five Wingers Star McKenna And Stenberg
The wingers in the NHL draft class include the top two players overall. Prospect expert Tony Ferrari breaks down the top five, plus some very honorable mentions.
Confident New Maple Leafs GM Continues To Take Risks With Raddysh Contract
Toronto Maple Leafs GM John Chayka gambled on a puck-moving D-man by landing ex-Tampa Bay Lightning D-man Darren Raddysh and giving the 30-year-old trade protection. He acknowledged the risks but defended the choice.
Jonathan Toews Will Help Make Hockey Hall Of Fame's Class Of 2029 A Banger
Jonathan Toews announced his retirement from the NHL on Friday, joining Anze Kopitar as potential Hockey Hall of Famers in 2029. Add in Jaromir Jagr and Alex Ovechkin if they retire, and we've got something special.
The Hockey News Big Show: Reacting To Raddysh Trade, Babcock News, Trade Rumors And More
Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discuss the Leafs and Lightning's trade, draft rankings, Mike Babcock being cleared to coach and more.
NHL Rumor Roundup: Latest On Bowen Byram And Matthew Knies; Update On The Canucks
Bowen Byram's need for a larger role could force the Buffalo Sabres to trade him, an update on Toronto Maple Leafs winger Matthew Knies, and a look at four potential trade candidates for the Vancouver Canucks.
2026 NHL Draft Rankings: McKenna Leads Ryan Kennedy's Final Top 120
Editor in chief Ryan Kennedy shares the top 100 NHL draft prospects from The Hockey News' Draft Preview issue and a bonus 20. There's a different No. 1 than in his mid-season ranking.
Toronto Maple Leafs Take Top-Scoring UFA Darren Raddysh Off The Board For Eight Years
The Toronto Maple Leafs traded a fifth-round pick to the Tampa Bay Lightning to acquire and sign pending UFA Darren Raddysh to an eight-year contract, by far the largest of his career.
Opinion: Would The Edmonton Oilers Hiring Mike Babcock Really Be Worth It?
The Edmonton Oilers are reportedly looking to hire veteran coach Mike Babcock. But while Babcock is a proven winner, his controversial actions make him difficult to justify hiring, writes Adam Proteau.
Exclusive: Flyers GM Daniel Briere On How Joseph Woll Trade With Leafs Came Together
Philadelphia Flyers GM Daniel Briere shared when they made Joseph Woll a trade target from the Toronto Maple Leafs and how the team plans to use him and Dan Vladar.
2026 NHL Draft: Top Five Centers Include Bjorck, Malhotra And Lawrence
Could we see centers getting selected earlier than expected at the NHL draft? In a weaker center group overall, these five and some honorable mentions stand out from the rest.
The Wraparound: Reacting To The Sabres-Sharks Trade, Carbery's Extension And More
Emma Lingan, Michael Augello and Jon Bailey discuss the Michael Kesselring trade, the Capitals' coach extension, the Golden Knights' new coach and much more.
The Carolina Hurricanes Are Built To Win The Stanley Cup Again – And Again
The Carolina Hurricanes are triumphant in the wake of their Stanley Cup win. But the best thing about them is they're built for the long term.
NHL Clears Oilers Candidate Mike Babcock To Coach After Review Of Blue Jackets Tenure
The NHL said that even if the review was in a light least favorable to Mike Babcock, there is no basis to restrict his employment. Babcock is linked to the Edmonton Oilers' coach opening.
NHL Rumor Roundup: Updates On Connor Hellebuyck, Morgan Rielly And Brendan Gallagher
Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck has resurfaced in the rumor mill. Meanwhile, there's no indication that the Maple Leafs have approached Morgan Rielly about a trade, and there's more Brendan Gallagher speculation.