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📈 Way-too-early 2026-27 NHL Power Rankings
Here's how the teams stack up looking ahead to next fall -- and what to watch this offseason.[read more]
Capitals ink coach Carbery to multiyear extension
The Washington Capitals have signed head coach Spencer Carbery to a multiyear contract extension, the team announced Thursday.[read more]
Ducks target 5-6 months for Terry (hip) return
Ducks forward Troy Terry is expected to miss five to six months after having surgery to repair a hip impingement and labral tear.[read more]
NHL clears Babcock to coach amid Oilers' interest
Following an investigation into his brief tenure with the Blue Jackets in 2023, the NHL has cleared Mike Babcock to coach again amid the Oilers' interest in hiring him.[read more]
Bruins to retire Bergeron's No. 37 next season
The Boston Bruins said Thursday they are retiring Patrice Bergeron's No. 37 as part of a ceremony next season.[read more]
Source: Leafs to acquire Raddysh from Lightning
The Maple Leafs have acquired Darren Raddysh in a sign-and-trade deal with the Lightning, taking one of the top offensive defensemen off the upcoming NHL free agent market.[read more]
Canes fans jam Raleigh for Stanley Cup parade
Thousands of Hurricanes fans crammed onto sidewalks, gathered around office building windows, even lined up on floor after floor of at least one parking deck to cheer and wave at the team's Stanley Cup championship parade Saturday.[read more]
Toews, Stanley Cup and Olympic champ, retires
Jonathan Toews, a three-time Stanley Cup champion with the Blackhawks and two-time Olympic gold medalist with Canada, has announced his retirement.[read more]
Are the Golden Knights actually evil? We asked the...
They're one of the league's most successful franchises -- and one that topped a recent fan poll as "No. 1 villain."[read more]
The jock, the nerd and the Stanley Cup championshi...
Coach Rod Brind'Amour and GM Eric Tulsky blended the perfect recipe, creating a team that won its first Cup in 20 years -- and will be back for more.[read more]