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The 2026 NHL Entry Draft has been a point of extreme focus in Vancouver for quite some time. Most fans and media have had their eyes primarily on the June 26 event since at least December of last year, and for some, it’s been even longer than that. In short, as soon as it…
The latest whispers as we inch closer to the draft and free agency.
Will McDonald was one of the New York Jets’ most scrutinized players in their woeful 2025 season. A 2023 first-round pick, McDonald played a situational role in his rookie year before breaking out in the 2024 season. McDonald had 10.5 sacks, 24 quarterback hits, 61 total pressures, two forced fumbles, and three pass deflections in ... Read More FOR MORE AT JETS X-FACTOR, VISIT NY Jets film session: Did Will McDonald actually regress? | Jets X-Factor
Brady Tkachuk says his decision to leave the Ottawa Senators was neither rushed nor easy. Days after the Florida Panthers acquired the former Ottawa captain in a blockbuster NHL trade, Tkachuk addressed the factors behind his trade request. While speculation…
The first round of the NBA Draft is tonight! Who will go first overall? Will any of the top four teams deviate from consensus? In what order will the huge swarm of point guards go after the fourth pick? On this week's Nothing But Respect , we answer some of these questions, but we also get into larger-order matters of draft philosophy, scouting, and why draft people use such crazy language. Our guest this week was David Lee, the writer and analyst, not the former NBA All-Star. We also discu...
The penultimate name on our 2026 BSH draft board, the talented Niagara Ice Dogs winger Ryan Roobroeck finally finds his way onto the rankings, after a season that ended in injury and left scouts wanting more. Throughout his early career in the Ontario Hockey League, Roobroeck was tipped to be a potential top-15, or even top-10 pick whenever he was draft eligible. But as he aged, he failed to really fulfill the sky-high potential that was expected of him, remaining largely the same p...
The Vancouver Canucks‘ draft picture is coming into focus. The Canucks have the third overall pick in this Friday’s NHL Entry Draft. On the other hand, there’s still work being…
As the NHL offseason news continues to roll in, here’s a look at the latest headlines that have surfaced surrounding the Seattle Kraken. Kraken Hire Justin Schultz in Developmental Role On…
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Landfill talk! Joe’s referring to the NFC South. In classic NFC South fashion, the Panthers won the division with a losing record last season after losing to the Bucs in the season finale. That left most Bucs fans cheering for […] The post Least Questions = Division Title appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
The Minnesota Wild have very little cap space as they look to improve their team for a run in 2026-27. The Wild recently re-signed Michael McCarron to a six-year deal. While McCarron is coming back, another free agent seems to be ready to hit the open market, according to Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet. Vladimir Tarasenko […] The post NHL rumors: Wild’s Vladimir Tarasenko headed to open market after agent change appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Pekka Rinne was a four-time Vezina Trophy finalist and won in 2018. He led the Nashville Predators to the Stanley Cup Final in 2017.
The Toronto Maple Leafs find themselves in an unusual position this offseason. A full-scale rebuild was always going to be tough to get behind, given their lack of future first-round picks, but the organization needs to be at least a little careful in light of last season’s results. The front office needs a strategy that […] The post Early thoughts on a captivating Maple Leafs offseason: On Raddysh, Hiller, Andrae, a goalie shuffle, and what’s still to come appeared first on Maple Leafs Hots...
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Brady Tkachuk breaks his silence after a blockbuster move to Florida, Mason McTavish becomes the center of a growing offseason bidding war, the Edmonton Oilers…
There's growing speculation over whether the Winnipeg Jets will trade Connor Hellebuyck, plus the latest on Sergei Bobrovsky's contract talks with the Florida Panthers as his UFA eligibility approaches.
It was a little after 4 p.m. Chicago time in the second week of October when the puck dropped on the 2025-26 season, with the Hawks on the road against what was then the two-time defending Cup champions in the Florida Panthers. Visiting teams announce their starters first, and new head coach Jeff Blashill played it safe. Rather than putting superstar Connor Bedard out for the opening draw — as I’m sure the TV networks were hoping — he went with his shutdown line. He started Jason Dickinso...
When the Vancouver Canucks shocked the world by trading franchise defenseman Quinn Hughes during the 2025-26 season, it immediately reshaped the landscape of the NHL. Weeks later, many were still…
The NHL schedule will look a little different in 2026-27. The past ways of an endless slog of a preseason is getting cut short, the Penguins announced their four-game exhibition schedule for September. From the team: The Penguins will play four preseason games prior to the start of the 2026.27 season – two at home […]
The Minnesota Timberwolves believe moving on from power forward Julius Randle could ultimately improve the team’s overall fit and offensive flow, according to Jon Krawczynski. With Anthony Edwards focused on competing for a championship now, Minnesota is betting that redistributing Randle’s offensive workload will create more opportunities for other key contributors and lead to a […] The post Wolves expect improved fit after Julius Randle trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Andrew Campbell has signed a three-year contract to remain head coach of the AHL’s Belleville Senators.
The fifth round of the NHL Draft feels like when the “mid-draft” period ends and things transition towards “late draft.” Often it’s a round where things start thinning out in terms of high-end talent. But there’s some value to be found there if teams know where to look. Heck, last year the Calgary Flames drafted…
Giannis Antetokounmpo trade complicates the Raptors' offseason plans, as Miami will likely target key veterans and shooters this summer.
The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Vegas Golden Knights in six to win the second Stanley Cup in franchise history. Since the Final wrapped a little over a week ago, though, the hockey world has turned its attention over to the 2026 NHL draft.
As the Detroit Red Wings continue to rebuild, thoughts of missed opportunities, unnecessarily long contracts, and poor trades often come to mind. And with former general manager Ken Holland leading…
Rielly is reportedly open to a trade, potentially ending his 13-year tenure with Toronto.
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