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Barry Melrose, former coach and beloved ESPN hockey analyst, dies at 70
Barry Melrose, the former NHL player and coach who was a beloved, longtime hockey analyst for ESPN, died Wednesday, his wife, Cindy, told ESPN's Steve Levy.[read more]
NHL's Daly says 3rd group seeks Atlanta expansion team
The NHL is in talks with a third group seeking to bring an expansion team to Atlanta, deputy commissioner Bill Daly told ESPN on Wednesday.[read more]
Hughes: No pressure to rush into signing extension with Wild
Quinn Hughes said he doesn't feel pressure to rush into a contract extension with the Minnesota Wild -- but expects conversations to pick up with general manager Bill Guerin heading into training camp next week.[read more]
Jackets' Werenski thinks fan reception will be fine after turbulent offseason
Zach Werenski expects a positive reception from Blue Jackets fans after a turbulent offseason that put his future with the franchise into question.[read more]
DeBrincat cool with Larkin staying with Wings
Alex DeBrincat would welcome Dylan Larkin back on the Wings despite his trade request.[read more]
Source: Ducks placing Kreider on waivers as forward eyes East move
The Ducks are placing Chris Kreider on waivers after the veteran forward expressed a desire to play closer to the East Coast, a source confirmed to ESPN.[read more]
Formenton joins Oilers, latest acquitted Hockey Canada player back in NHL
Alex Formenton has signed with the Edmonton Oilers, becoming the third player acquitted in the Hockey Canada sexual assault case to receive an NHL contract since the trial ended in July 2025.[read more]
How to draft, play and win your fantasy hockey league like an expert
It's not just who you draft, it's everything that happens after. An expert guide to play fantasy hockey like the pros.[read more]
Fantasy hockey defensemen tiers: Who to draft early and who to wait on
Use these defensemen tiers to help you plan out your fantasy hockey draft strategy.[read more]
'New era': Philly arena design has Spectrum feel
The 76ers and Flyers have unveiled renderings of their new fully privately funded arena in South Philadelphia, which is targeted to open before the WNBA season in 2030.[read more]