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One 'Shocking' Result From Norris Trophy Voting

We have a first-time winner of the Norris Trophy, with the Columbus Blue Jackets' Zach Werenski taking home the honors. Although many had Cale Makar as the favorite, the Jackets' elite two-way D-man taking the prize is no surprise to anyone. It follows up his runner-up showing last season.  But there was one "shocking" result as the Norris voting numbers were announced today. Rookie of the Year Matthew Schafer, the first unanimous recipient of the Calder Trophy in 33 years, finished a dis...

John Carlson Linked To Capitals’ Rival In Metropolitan Division

  John Carlson spent his entire 17-year career with the Washington Capitals. Until he didn't. The iconic Caps defenseman was traded in a shocking move at this year's trade deadline in March to the Anaheim Ducks. Could he potentially join a Washington division rival as an unrestricted free agent this summer?  We do know that the veteran blueliner might like a return to the East Coast, and according to insider Anthony Di Marco of Daily Faceoff, the Philadelphia Flyers just might be the...

It's Official: Chris MacFarland Makes Stunning Move to Nashville; Avalanche Name GM

The move came on like a hurricane for the former Avalanche GM. Chris MacFarland is officially the new President of Hockey Operations and General Manager of the Nashville Predators.  The #Preds have hired Chris MacFarland as President of Hockey Operations and General Manager. MacFarland replaces Barry Trotz, who transitions into an advisory role within the organization --> https://t.co/xtx3UvgECj pic.twitter.com/uNCmveGLwS — Brooks Bratten (@brooksbratten) June 2, 2026 Former GM Barry Trot...

Significant Turn Of Events In Chris MacFarland's Future With Avalanche

In a significant turn of events, the Colorado Avalanche have granted permission to the Nashville Predators to speak with general manager Chris MacFarland. The Nashville Predators have been given permission to speak with Colorado Avalanche GM Chris MacFarland, according to sources. See where it goes from there. — Pierre LeBrun (@PierreVLeBrun) June 2, 2026 Insider Elliotte Friedman writes, however, that, according to his sources,  "the biggest question is: what exactly is the title, role a...

Vancouver Canucks Hire Manny Malhotra As Head Coach

The hockey world loves familiarity, and the Vancouver Canucks organization is very familiar with Manny Malhotra. Reports surfaced on Monday night, firstly by Frank Seravalli, that the Canucks and Malhotra have finally closed the deal, and he'll be the Canucks new head coach. Sources say #Canucks have a deal in place to make Manny Malhotra the 23rd head coach in franchise history. Zero surprise, the Canucks’ Calder Cup winner isn’t going anywhere. He’s won with Johnson and was a teammate of the...

NHL Rumors: 3 Center Trade Targets Linked To Flyers

The Philadelphia Flyers made the second round of the playoffs for the first time in years and were swept by the Carolina Hurricanes in four games. The lesson from that series was the same lesson the regular season had been teaching all year. Their wing depth is real and getting more crowded, but the center position is not good enough. Flyers centers combined for four goals across ten playoff games, which shows a big structural problem. Danny Briere was reported before the trade deadlin...

NHL Rumors: 5 Offseason Trade Targets Linked To Bruins

The Boston Bruins lost in six games to the Buffalo Sabres in the first round and came away with two clear organizational conclusions. They need a true first-line center, and they need more speed on the right side of their blue line. Nick Goss of NBC Sports Boston laid out a offseason trade board addressing both needs. Here are five names from that list. Robert Thomas - St. Louis Blues Thomas is the most ambitious swing and the one with the most noise behind it. He is 26 years old wit...

Will The Blackhawks To Let 1st-Round Pick Walk In July?

  The Chicago Blackhawks have made a decision to trade prospect Jack Pridham to the Tampa Bay Lightning . With the forward core being overcrowded, finding a spot in the Blackhawks lineup might be difficult for someone being projected as a third-line forward in the NHL.  This follows another tough decision after the Lightning snagged prospect Dominic James beforehand. The wealth of riches has overwhelmed a team that is having trouble signing prospects.  Now, the last debacle for ...

Report: New York Islanders In Advanced Trade Talks To Deal Mat Barzal

The New York Islanders could be in for some major roster changes this summer. Reports indicate that Isles general manager Mathieu Darche has been in contact with several teams regarding forward Mat Barzal. Bruce Garrioch: A league executive told The Citizen that the Islanders are exploring the market for forward Mathew Barzal - Ottawa Citizen (6/1) Barzal, 29, is signed through the 2031 season at $9.1 million AAV, and owns a 22-team no-trade list. This past season, the veteran speedy forward a...

Jack Eichel Feels Mitch Marner Was Treated Unfairly in Toronto

The Stanley Cup Final is set to kick off Game 1 from Carolina on Tuesday night, and Vegas Golden Knights forward Mitch Marner's history with the Toronto Maple Leafs continues to make headlines. This time, Jack Eichel has chimed in about Marner's time as a Maple Leaf, and opened up about the 'scar tissue' he sees on Marner from his tenure in Toronto. Eichel spoke to the media on Monday, and opened up about the relationship the two have formed since Marner joined the team last summer. "As a team...

Patrik Laine Leaving Montreal Canadiens

The writing is on the wall, Patrik Laine won't be re-signing with the Montreal Canadiens. The former second-overall pick battled some injuries throughout this past season, but admitted to the media on Monday that he was healthy enough to play the last couple of weeks of the regular season and into the Stanley Cup Playoffs, but it was the team's decision to not dress the prolific goal scorer. Considering how much of a rough time the Habs had generating offense, it's shocking to hear Laine could...

NHL Trade Rumors: Maple Leafs' Morgan Rielly Open to 5 Trade Destinations

The Toronto Maple Leafs are set for some significant roster changes this summer, as general manager John Chayka tries to put his fingerprints on the team as soon as possible. This will result in the Leafs asking veteran defenceman Morgan Rielly for a list of teams he'd approve for the next chapter of his career. All signs are pointing to Rielly and the Maple Leafs heading for a divorce this summer, and there's lots of speculation brewing online that the conversation has already taken place bet...

Former Sabres GMs Ingenuity Shines in Switzerland

  The Finnish team won a Gold Medal at the 2026 World Championships in Switzerland, led by a rejuvenated Sasha Barkov.  Barkov took the spotlight from a team that was filled with depth, which hasn't matured, but is sure to make an impact in the future for their NHL squads.  Ville Heinola is one notable player who scored six points (three goals, three assists) in ten games for Finland. He's an unrestricted free agent who wasn't offered a contract by the team that drafted him.&nbs...

Oilers Trade Rumors: 2 'Speedy Wingers' on Edmonton's Radar in Trade Market

The Edmonton Oilers have some work to do this offseason, as they have, for all intents and purposes, one last kick at the can at convincing Connor McDavid that he should stick around after his two-year extension is up.  With that, one of the prime incentives of this offseason will be to land "a speedy, scoring winger for Connor McDavid," writes insider David Pagnotta . He goes on to name names, listing two potential targets. Jeff Marek recently suggested St. Louis Blues winger Jordan Kyro...

NHL Trade: Blackhawks Trade Jack Pridham To Eastern Conf. Contender

Coming off his Memorial Cup triumph this weekend, Chicago Blackhawks prospect Jack Pridham had until today to either sign an entry-level deal with the Hawks, or re-enter the NHL Draft. Instead, an 11th-hour trade will send Pridham's rights to the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Chicago Blackhawks have traded Jack Pridham to the Tampa Bay Lightning for a 2027 third-round pick pic.twitter.com/IS2pXLRqAH — PuckEmpire (@puckempire) June 1, 2026 Pridham had been developing well in the Chicago system since...

Brendan Gallagher Wants Out Of Montreal, Names Prefered Destination

It seemed inevitable after the way his season came to an end in the press box. Veteran Brendan Gallagher's days with the Montreal Canadiens were looking tenuous at best. Now, the 34-year-old forward has made it official: He wants out of Montreal, and has selected his childhood home of British Columbia, and the Vancouver Canucks, as his preferred destination.  Brendan Gallagher making it official he has played his last game with #Habs . He has one season left on contract. Said he’d love to...

NHL Trade Rumors: Senators & Ducks In Advanced Trade Talks

Keep an eye on the Ottawa Senators and Anaheim Ducks this summer as the two teams are rumored to be discussing a huge trade centered around Mason McTavish. The Ducks forward fell out of sorts within the Ducks' lineup throughout the end of the year and was even scratched twice during the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Teams took notice, and specifically the Senators, as they have huge ties to McTavish. The 23-year-old center is signed through the 2031 season at $7 million AAV, and doesn't hold any trade...

Report: Maple Leafs' Matthew Knies Named Prime Trade Candidate

The Toronto Maple Leafs have some big decisions to make with their roster this offseason, as freshly minted general manager John Chayka is looking to overhaul his talent. The Leafs have a ton trade options, including four goalies, they have the number-one pick coming next month, and they also have one of the best young power forwards in Matthew Knies, who is drawing a ton of trade interest from other teams. The Athletic's Pierre LeBrun recently named Knies a prime trade candidate for this offs...

Report: Devils & Stars Linked to Offseason Blockbuster Deal

Keep an eye on the New Jersey Devils and Dallas Stars this summer, as the two teams are aligning to become trade partners. The Stars have pending restricted free-agent forward Jason Robertson who is still without a contract, and there's no denying the fact GM Jim Nill is entertaining trade offers. Nill has to navigate very limited cap space and a ton of interest from others teams, so while Robertson may be one of the more prolific goal scorers in the league, the Stars could really fill a few h...

4 RFAs Becoming Trade Candidates This Summer

While the unrestricted free agent market is pretty slim pickings this summer, there are some notable names listed as restricted free agents. Teams have turned their attention to the trade market this offseason, and pending RFAs are on the radar of some rival clubs around the league.  To that end, Harman Dayal of The Athletic has proposed four RFAs who will become trade candidates this summer. He calls them " four fascinating RFA dilemmas," as there is probably a gap between what the playe...

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Insider Speculates on Wild Blockbuster Proposal for Maple Leafs' No. 1 Pick

Only once in the last 20 years has a Top 5 pick in the NHL Draft been traded. Could the Toronto Maple Leafs be the second team to do that since 2005?  Although it's still unlikely, there has been some chatter that the Leafs are indeed not hanging up the phone when teams call to ask about the availability of the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.  The most likely selection at the top spot will be Gavin McKenna. He's an elite winger who could, in essence, replace the departed Mitch Marn...

Sabres' Trade Target Devon Levi Linked To Atlantic Division Rival

  Buffalo Sabres goaltending prospect Devon Levi didn't get a shot at the NHL level this season, but the 24-year-old is still considered a strong prospect between the pipes. The Sabres have a crowded crease at the moment, with Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, Alex Lyon and Colten Ellis also among the crew. We've already heard rumors about Levi as a trade candidate this summer, and likely being on the move. Insider Kevin Weekes , a former NHL goalie himself, knows of what he speaks, and he told NHL N...

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3 Montreal Canadiens Who Won't Be Back in 2026-27

The Montreal Canadiens couldn't keep up to the Carolina Hurricanes and now, held home for the summer. Montreal took a giant step forward in the team's development over the course of this season, but at the trade deadline, GM Kent Hughes sat on his hands, meanwhile during the Eastern Conference Final, head  coach Martin St. Louis made zero adjustments down the stretch. This offseason there's going to be changes as the roster will look a little bit different heading into training camp in Se...

Report: Morgan Rielly Open To Trade From Maple Leafs

The longest-tenured Toronto Maple Leaf could be starting the next chapter of his career. Reports have surfaced indicating that Leafs defenceman Morgan Rielly is contemplating his future and is softening his stance on his no-movement clause. There is belief that Rielly is now open to a trade to the Western Conference, and there's a few teams that make sense as destinations. Nick Kypreos: Before Toronto’s new front office was put in place, industry sources believed the Leafs would be looking int...

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Two Seismic Blockbuster Draft Trades Proposed For Vancouver Canucks

We're less than a month out from the 2026 NHL Draft. With the lack of depth on the unrestricted free agent market, trades are going to be the topic around the league this summer—it will be the only way for teams to get significantly better.  And that should start with a vengeance ahead of, or at, the draft.  The Vancouver Canucks were supremely disappointed that they didn't get the No. 1 overall pick in the lottery. Instead, they fell to the 3rd pick. San Jose is ahead of them, at No...