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Four Bold Predictions For The 2026-27 NHL Season: Barzal To Stars, Hellebuyck To Blackhawks, And More
The NHL's 2026-27 season is here, and that means it's time for senior digital correspondent Adam Proteau to share his bold predictions. What blockbuster trades could happen? What coach could be first to be fired?
NHL Rumor Roundup: Alexander Nikishin Still Awaits A Trade, Shane Wright Remains With The Kraken
The Carolina Hurricanes have yet to action Alexander Nikishin's trade request. Meanwhile, Shane Wright is still with the Seattle Kraken following an off-season of trade speculation.
'I Cannot Accept Not Being In Top Form': Former NHLer Kevin Hayes Retires After Brief KHL Stint
After 12 seasons in the NHL and a short five-game appearance in the KHL, Kevin Hayes is officially retiring from hockey.
Hockey Canada And USA Hockey Lose In Swiss Court Over IIHF Jersey Battle
A high-stakes legal ruling secures IIHF's exclusive rights to international jerseys, and upholding the IIHF's authority over global tournament branding.
Predicting The 2026-27 NHL Individual Award Winners
The NHL's 2026-27 season is here, and that means it's predicitions time. Senior digital correspondent Adam Proteau is making his pre-season picks – including for the NHL's individual awards. Who will win the Hart Trophy as MVP? Who will win the Vezina and Norris Tropies? Find out in this file.
Honeymoon Period: Bowen Byram Is Ready For The Pressure Of Being A Chicago Blackhawk
Bowen Byram started life as a Blackhawk and a married man this summer, and he knows the expectations that precede him in both of his new titles. But that pressure is nothing he isn’t used to – or prepared for.
Canadiens' David Reinbacher Is Using Improved Defensive Game To Earn An Opening Roster Spot
David Reinbacher may not have entered training camp expecting to make the opening-night roster, but with injuries, there's a real chance he can, and he showed he's capable in the first pre-season game.
Analyzing Chris Tanev's Defensive Importance To The Maple Leafs
After dealing with injury, the Toronto Maple Leafs are set to get back one of their most important defensive assets in Chris Tanev. How important will his return be for the team's competitive aspirations?
Opinion: It's Time For The Columbus Blue Jackets To Cut Their Losses And Trade Kirill Marchenko
The Columbus Blue Jackets have had an unfortunate summer, and matters will worsen if star Kirill Marchenko doesn't sign a contract extension. If he leaves, it will be devastating for the Jackets.
DeBrincat Feeling Confident About Red Wings' Outlook: 'We're Closer Than People Give Us Credit For'
With a front office change and Dylan Larkin's trade request, it was a difficult summer for the Detroit Red Wings. But Alex DeBrincat is focusing on the positives for the franchise, and he fully believes the team will make amends for their recent woes.
Maple Leafs GM John Chayka, Matthew Knies Moving Past Off-Season Trade Rumors
After rumors circulated throughout the summer about the potential of Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies being traded, new general manager John Chayka has emphasized the importance of the 23-year-old's value to the team's competitive future.
What Do The Capitals' Long-Term Sourdif And Leonard Extensions Mean For Their Future?
The Washington Capitals gave a lot of money and committed a lot of term to two relatively unproven players, but that doesn't mean those contracts were even remotely bad ideas.
Penguins' Ruck Twins Are Ready To Pursue NHL Dreams: 'The Work Starts Now'
Liam and Markus Ruck's dreams came true when they were both drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins earlier this year. Now they are pushing each other to realize their NHL potential.
Cutter Gauthier's New Contract: Fair Deal Or Ducks Cap Trouble Brewing?
Cutter Gauthier and the Anaheim Ducks signed a lucrative six-year, $13.5 million contract, putting pressure on the organization and the player to win. Was Gauthier's contract fair, or will they face salary cap trouble?
Opinion: Blue Jackets Fans Have Every Right Be Incensed Over Adam Fantilli's Contract Stalemate
The Columbus Blue Jackets made few additions this summer – but the most troubling thing is their current contractual stalemate with star center Adam Fantilli. The Jackets are playing with fire by taking a hard line with Fantilli – and if the standoff lasts long, Jackets fans should be incensed.
Flyers Broadcaster Jason Myrtetus To Receive 'Most Courageous' Award Amid Cancer Battle
Philadelphia Flyers broadcaster Jason Myrtetus will receive the Most Courageous Award for his efforts to defeat cancer and for refusing to let it affect his work.
'It Was Not Just About Hockey': Former NHLer And Ukraine National Team Coach Dmitri Khristich Discusses How Hockey Is Used As Inspiration
As Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine continues, former NHL star Dmitri Khristich has been coaching the Ukrainian men's national team. And in this exclusive interview with THN.com, Khristich painted a stark picture of living through war – and hockey's inspirational role for Ukrainians.
2027 NHL Draft Ranking: Pre-Season Tier List Sees Landon Dupont Alone Atop
Hockey leagues worldwide are either gearing up for the season or have already dropped the puck. With that, Tony Ferrari of The Hockey News provides a pre-season tier list of the 2027 NHL draft.
Prospect Watch: Viggo Bjorck Looks Poised To Be The Second-Line Center The Jets Desperately Need
With the addition of TheHockeyNews.com's latest show, Future Watch, we take a look at some of the most interesting prospects to watch during the 2026-27 season.
The Hockey News Big Show: Can Auston Matthews Return To Form With The Maple Leafs This Season?
Former professional hockey player Madison Packer joins Katie Gaus and Michael Traikos to discuss Dylan Larkin’s latest press conference with the Detroit Red Wings, Auston Matthews’ outlook with the Toronto Maple Leafs, and more.
Three Dark Horse NHL Candidates To Win The Rocket Richard Trophy
For most of NHL history, 50 goals have been a kind of magic cutoff that only the most elite goalscorers can reach consistently. But occasionally, players hit it out of nowhere. Is there anyone who could do that and enter the Rocket Richard race in 2026-27?
NHL Rumor Roundup: No End In Sight To The Connor Hellebuyck, Winnipeg Jets Drama
Three weeks after revealing his trade request, Connor Hellebuyck has been suspended by the Winnipeg Jets for not reporting to training camp. However, Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff insists he won't make a hasty attempt to trade the three-time Vezina Trophy winner.
NHL Pre-season Predictions: Atlantic Division Standings
This week, The Hockey News' Adam Proteau has been revealing his pre-season predictions for each NHL division – and in this file, we're wrapping up the series by predicting how the Atlantic Division will play out.
How Quickly Is Connor Hellebuyck's Relationship With The Jets Falling Apart?
Once considered the franchise player for the Winnipeg Jets, Connor Hellebuyck has tarnished his relationship with the organization through his trade request and absence from training camp. If the team cannot find a trade, has he inflicted enough damage to be beyond repair?
What No. 1 Picks Around The NHL Are Saying About Maple Leafs' Gavin McKenna
Being selected with the first-overall pick in the NHL is a dream few players ever experience. What do other No. 1 picks around the league think of the Toronto Maple Leafs' top prospect Gavin McKenna?