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Red Wings reportedly made decision trying to keep Dylan Larkin amid Detroit trade rumors

The Detroit Red Wings may not be ready to give up on Dylan Larkin after all. Dylan Larkin remains a member of the Detroit Red Wings , but uncertainty continues to surround the franchise captain after his reported trade request earlier this offseason. While Larkin has made it clear he would prefer a fresh start with a Stanley Cup contender, the Red Wings have shown little willingness to move him without receiving significant value in return. Among the teams linked to Larkin are the Minne...

Dylan Larkin trade rumors: Wild emerge as top landing spot for Red Wings captain

The Minnesota Wild have reportedly emerged as the frontrunner in a potential Dylan Larkin trade as the Detroit Red Wings captain's future remains uncertain. The future of Dylan Larkin with the Detroit Red Wings remains one of the biggest offseason questions in the NHL , and a potential destination has reportedly started to emerge. According to Daily Faceoff’s Matt Larkin, the Minnesota Wild are considered the current “frontrunner” among teams interested in acquiring the Red Wings captain. ...

New players = new numbers

Part of the fun of free agency is simply the fact that there are new players on the roster. Especially a team like the Tampa Bay Lightning, that has been together, for the most part, for quite a few seasons. Along with the new faces, there are new jersey numbers to learn and get used to on the ice. With the Bolts announcing, in their own creative way, which numbers the latest crop of free agents will be wearing, we also get a chance to remember some players from the past. New numbers in...

In Defense of Dawson Mercer

With July winding down, the New Jersey Devils look more or less set for the upcoming season. Still, some Devils fans who seem to have forgotten that Tom Fitzgerald has been replaced by Sunny Mehta continue to wait for a Dougie Hamilton trade, and some are still expecting that Dawson Mercer is going to be […]

Kapanen scores another clutch goal to seal Game 1: Best Oilers goals of 2025-26

This summer, Oilersnation will recap the top five Edmonton Oilers goals, the top five fights, and the top five overall moments from the up-and-down 2025-26 season.  Unlike the last two seasons, there wasn’t a whole lot to cheer about for Edmonton Oilers fans this past postseason. There was no series rally, nor domination at any…

Flames' Jonathan Huberdeau Named Worst NHL Contract

Somebody has to have the worst contract in the NHL, and heading into next season, Calgary Flames forward Jonathan Huberdeau has been named . The 33-year-old winger has fallen from grace since being included in the Matthew Tkachuk trade with the Florida Panthers, and hasn't been able to consistently produce as a Flame. Huberdeau's owed $10.5 million AAV for five more seasons, and owns a full no-movement clause. Last season in 50 games, Huberdeau posted just 25 points. The year prior, he recorde...

Why there’s genuine optimism towards the Maple Leafs’ prospect pool for 1st time in recent memory

We’re into the dog days of summer, which naturally lends itself to daydreaming about the future. And for the first in recent memory, the Toronto Maple Leafs’ prospect pool is a source of genuine optimism and excitement. Of course, this comes with the territory when a player of Gavin McKenna’s calibre lands in the franchise’s…

Columbus Blue Jackets Sign Cole Sillinger To 3-Year Deal

The Columbus Blue Jackets continue to take care of some offseason business, as the team announced they've signed forward Cole Sillinger to a three-year contract. The restricted free-agent forward inks a three year deal, and will now earn $4.625 million average annual value moving forward. Sillinger just came off a two-year deal, and cashes in on an extension, getting a pay raise from his previous $2.25 million AAV. Last season was his best year, posting 33 points in 81 games. With the new lan...

Today in Hockey History: July 25

Yesterday in Hockey History: July 24 Tomorrow in Hockey History: July 26 One of the most colorful coaches in the history of the National Hockey League got his first job…

Jaylen Brown Trade Strikes Celtics Twice After LeBron James Signs With 76ers

Before news broke that LeBron James signed with the Philadelphia 76ers, the Boston Celtics’ offseason looked increasingly promising. Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens emphasized long-term roster flexibility as the reason for trading Jaylen Brown. Although Boston’s return for Brown underwhelmed, the team locked Jayson Tatum’s supporting cast for the next few seasons. Stevens […] The post Jaylen Brown Trade Strikes Celtics Twice After LeBron James Signs With 76ers appeare...

Free-Agent Michael Bunting Signing With 1 of 4 Teams

The NHL's free-agent crop has been picked over at this point, but that doesn't mean there isn't significant talent left avaiable. Insert winger Michael Bunting, the pesky forward is one of the best forwards left on the open market, and it won't be long until he has a new deal in hand. He just may need to settle for a one-year contract, which at the start of the summer, wasn't something Bunting had on his radar. Bunting, 30, turns 31 before the start of next season and spent last year split be...

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