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Three NHL Dark Horse Candidates For The 2026-27 Hart Trophy
Every year, it seems like the finalists for the NHL's MVP award are taken from the same pool of five or six players. Which others might be able to fight their way into the conversation for 2026-27?
Front-Runners: Petr Bříza And Franz Reindl Lead IIHF Presidency Race Ahead Of Pivotal Election
With current IIHF President Luc Tardif announcing earlier this year that he will not seek re-election when his term ends in October, Petr Bříza and Franz Reindl have emerged as two front-runners for the position.
Petr Bříza Outlines Vision for IIHF Presidency Ahead of October Election In YouTube Series
With the IIHF seeking a new president when Luc Tardif's term ends in October, senior vice-president Petr Briza is beginning his campaign with a five-part video series outlining his vision for the future.
Should The Minnesota Wild Be Considered True Stanley Cup Contenders?
The Minnesota Wild don't have a history of going far in the Stanley Cup playoffs, but GM Bill Guerin has put together a dynamic Wild team that can contend for a championship. What does Minnesota have to do to take that next step and make themselves a true Cup front-runner?
NHL Rumor Roundup: Updates On Kirill Marchenko And Alexander Nikishin
Columbus Blue Jackets winger Kirill Marchenko and Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Alexander Nikishin have been the subjects of off-season trade speculation. However, it remains to be seen if they will be moved before the season begins.
New York Islanders Name Bo Horvat 16th Captain In Franchise History
The New York Islanders have named one of its top offensive players, Bo Horvat, captain ahead of the 2026-27 NHL season.
Canadiens Announce Multi-Year Extension For Martin St. Louis, Josh Anderson Named Assistant Captain
The Montreal Canadiens have reportedly locked up their head coach for three more seasons beyond his current deal, while naming one of their key veteran players to their leadership core.
Are Any Members Of The Kings Capable Of Stepping Up In Kevin Fiala's Absence?
The Los Angeles Kings lost Kevin Fiala when he got seriously injured at the 2026 Olympics. After undergoing another leg procedure recently, he'll be missing the start of training camp. With that, which Kings players have to step up in Fiala's absence?
Has Leo Carlsson's Offer Sheet With The Ducks Changed The Future Of The NHL?
Thanks to Leo Carlsson's $18-million-per-year offer sheet, the NHL won't be the same in terms of how players are paid and how teams structure their rosters.
Why Canadiens GM Kent Hughes Made Up For Quiet Summer With Kreider, Bolduc Contracts
The Montreal Canadiens were quiet this off-season, but that changed this weekend, bringing in Chris Kreider and re-signing Zachary Bolduc. The Habs were going to be dangerous even without Kreider and Bolduc, but their lineup is now stacked – and Montreal is only getting better.
Why The Lightning Should Or Shouldn't Be Worried About Kucherov's Pending UFA Status
With the salary cap on the rise, NHL teams are increasingly uncomfortable with the idea of their best players entering the final year of a contract without a new deal in place. There's no more notable situation like that in the league than Nikita Kucherov with the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Three NHL Teams That Could Be On The Verge Of A Rebuild
Here are three teams that, if the 2026-27 season goes south for them, could see the start of a rebuild.
How And Why Bruins' David Pastrnak Sacrificed His Goal Totals And Changed His Offensive Play Style
Boston Bruins superstar David Pastrnak isn't the same type of player he was a few years ago, winning a Rocket Richard Trophy and scoring 40-plus goals. Here is why and how the right winger changed his style of play.
Chris Kreider Signs A One-Year Contract With The Montreal Canadiens
The Montreal Canadiens added Chris Kreider to their lineup, signing the 35-year-old to a one-year, $2.15-million contract.
Six Young NHL Stars Entering The Final Year Of Their Contracts Without An Extension
Many young players are unsigned RFAs for 2027-28 and therefore entering contract seasons with millions of dollars on the line. Here are some of the most notable names
The Biggest PWHL Storylines Awaiting the 2026–27 Season
Here are some of the biggest storylines to look out for going into the 2026-27 PWHL season.
Andre Pronovost's Death Marks The End Of The Montreal Canadiens' First NHL Dynasty
Andre Pronovost was the last surviving member of the Montreal Canadiens' 1950s Stanley Cup dynasty, passing away on Sept. 9, at 90 years old.
Golden Knights Ink Mark Stone To Two-Year Contract Extension
The Vegas Golden Knights announced on Saturday that they've signed captain Mark Stone to a two-year contract extension.
Grading The First NHL Off-Season For Each New GM
Providing a grade for each NHL GM going through their first off-season with their new team.
Five Marlies Players Who Are The Next Man Up For The Maple Leafs In 2026-27 NHL Season
The Toronto Maple Leafs have improved their depth with a slew of additions this summer. But the injury bug could strike at any moment, and the Leafs will need to pluck players out of the American League. Here are the five players likely to be the first called up this year.
Who Should Be The Next NHL Captain Of The Detroit Red Wings?
The Detroit Red Wings announced Friday they were stripping the captaincy from star center Dylan Larkin. Which Red Wings player will succeed Larkin as captain? And will the Wings give the 'C' to someone right away, or will they wait?
2026-27 NHL Fantasy Hockey Rankings: Top 10 Goaltenders
Jason Chen breaks down the top 10 fantasy hockey goaltenders to target in your drafts for the upcoming 2026-27 NHL season.
The Hockey News Big Show: What’s Next For Red Wings After Stripping Larkin Of Captaincy?
Katie Gaus, Michael Traikos and Ryan Kennedy recap the biggest storylines from the NHL Player Media Tour, discuss dark horse candidates for NHL’s major individual awards, and more.
One Key Question Facing Every Central Division NHL Team Heading Into 2026-27
As part of a short series on TheHockeyNews.com, we're identifying a key question for each NHL team heading into the 2026-27 season. In this file, we're focused on the Central Division teams.
NHL Rumor Roundup: Where Will Chris Kreider End Up?
Chris Kreider is an unrestricted free agent after the Anaheim Ducks terminated his contract. Where he might end up is the subject of speculation for pundits, while his addition to the UFA market could complicate efforts for other available forwards to land new contracts.
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