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PWHL mandates neck guards for all players this season
The PWHL is mandating neck guards for all players beginning this season, following a growing trend after Adam Johnson died from a skate cut in 2023.[read more]
📈 From best to worst: Ranking Hometown Remix jerseys
Here is our ranking of the 32 NHL Hometown Remix jerseys for the 2026-27 season.[read more]
'We stand with Kuch': Fans welcome Kucherov to home ice after trade request
In Tampa Bay's 4-2 win over the Red Wings on Tuesday, NHL MVP Nikita Kucherov had two assists in his first home game since asking the Lightning for a trade, and he was greeted warmly, with fans holding a "We stand with Kuch 86" sign during warmups.[read more]
Hellebuyck cites 'challenging circumstances' among reasons for trade request
Star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck says "very challenging circumstances" involving his family were among the reasons he requested a trade out of Winnipeg.[read more]
Rangers put goalie Reimer on waivers after just one start
The New York Rangers placed goalie James Reimer on waivers Thursday after just one start in net for the Blueshirts.[read more]
Panthers' Marchand could be back in 6 weeks after knee injury
Brad Marchand said Thursday he's glad his knee injury wasn't more serious as he rehabs.[read more]
Wild's Faber has 1st practice since September skull injury
Minnesota Wild defenseman Brock Faber has returned to practice with the team in moving closer to making his regular season debut that was delayed by a fractured skull.[read more]
Stanley Cup odds: Hurricanes, Avalanche, Oilers lead championship favorites
The Carolina Hurricanes and Colorado Avalanche remain among the Stanley Cup and respective conference favorites.[read more]
Looking for consistency? Add these high-floor players to your fantasy lineup
Here are the most consistent per-game fantasy hockey players, plus goalie picks for the week ahead in the NHL.[read more]
Wysh List: Seven teams that could win Nikita Kucherov derby
The hockey world was shocked by the Lightning star asking for a trade. Here's who could make a deal happen.[read more]