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NHL returns to Buffalo, picks Sabres to host draft
The Buffalo Sabres will host the 2026 NHL draft at their home arena, KeyBank Center, on June 26-27.[read more]
Pens sign veteran F Lizotte to 3-year extension
The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed veteran forward Blake Lizotte to a three-year extension, which runs through the 2028-29 season and is worth an average of $2.25 million a year.[read more]
NHL, NHLPA pleased with Olympic arena ice test
There was an Olympic ice testing event in Milan last week, at Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena, and the NHL and NHLPA said in a statement they were pleased, adding that it was a "a good trial run and provided important insight" as next month's Games near.[read more]
Fedorov honored, says leaving Detroit a 'mistake'
Sergei Fedorov said leaving the Red Wings was "a huge mistake" as the franchise retired his jersey Monday night.[read more]
Jackets win, work late magic in Bowness' debut
Rick Bowness, 70, who was enjoying time on his boat in Florida when he received a call from Ohio on Monday, was officially welcomed as the new coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday, and later, he led the team to a 5-3 win over the Calgary Flames.[read more]
👀 What players are saying about Olympic ice rink
While the rink won't be perfect, there's also an overwhelming sentiment shared by all stakeholders: The men's Olympic hockey tournament will go on.[read more]
Devils GM 'working phones daily' as rumors swirl
With trade rumors swirling around the underachieving New Jersey Devils, general manager Tom Fitzgerald said Wednesday he is making regular phone calls to improve the team.[read more]
Pickups: Stack your lineup with Oilers, Senators this week
The essential Monday guide to fantasy hockey pickups, with who to add and how to get set for the week ahead.[read more]
Zucker, Orlov and more power play sleepers to add to your lineup
Fantasy hockey goalie notes, power-play trends and which players to add to your lineups.[read more]
What would a Russian Olympic hockey team look like in 2026?
The Games will be missing one of the sport's top countries. Here's what the group could have looked like had it been competing.[read more]