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The Hockey News Big Show: Who Will Replace Tuch’s Goal-Scoring On The Sabres?
Michael Traikos, Ryan Kennedy, and Michael Augello discuss the Buffalo Sabres' goal-scoring dilemma, the Columbus Blue Jackets' off-season, Nikita Kucherov's next contract, and more.
Four Things The Toronto Maple Leafs Need To Return To The Stanley Cup Playoffs
The Toronto Maple Leafs weren't even close to being a playoff team last season, but after a ton of change this summer, can they get back there in 2026-27?
NHL Off-Season Rankings: No. 18, Boston Bruins
The Boston Bruins come in at No. 18 on TheHockeyNews.com's NHL off-season rankings. The Bruins are historically one of the league's most competitive teams, but did they do enough this summer to keep pace in the highly-competitive Atlantic Division?
2021 NHL Re-Draft: Johnston To Sabres At No. 1, Knies To Ducks
The 2021 NHL Draft featured high-end talent at all three positions, headlined by Dallas Stars center Wyatt Johnston. Owen Cameron takes a look at what changes would be made if general managers across the league had a second chance to make their picks.
NHL Rumor Roundup: Latest On The Flames, Canadiens' Xhekaj and Montembeault
The Calgary Flames remain the subject of trade speculation as they continue to rebuild their roster. Meanwhile, rumors continue to circulate Montreal Canadiens' free agents Arber Xhekaj and Zachary Bolduc.
Does The Knicks' NBA Championship Heighten Pressure On The Rangers?
The NBA's New York Knicks won a championship this past season, delivering joy for long-suffering New York sports fans. Will the Knicks' NBA title win increase the spotlight and pressure on the NHL's New York Rangers?
Five Alternate Jerseys NHL Teams Should Bring Back
The big trend in alternate jerseys these days is reimagining old designs that people already liked, but there are some too iconic to simply "remix." Here are the top five.
Three NHL Players Who Could Be Next Season's Darren Raddysh
Darren Raddysh had a career year seemingly out of nowhere this past season at 30 years old. Which NHL players could do the same this season?
Can Quinton Byfield Truly Be The Kings' Long-Term No. 1 Center?
Now that Anze Kopitar has retired, it's time for Quinton Byfield to step into the spotlight as the Los Angeles Kings' top center. But is he ready for the primetime matchups?
NHL Off-Season Rankings: No. 19, New Jersey Devils
The New Jersey Devils come in at No. 19 on TheHockeyNews.com's NHL off-season ranking. The Devils have a new GM and a new No. 1 goalie, but are they a Stanley Cup playoff lock?
How The Stars Are Aligning For Flames And Potential 2027 First Overall Draft Pick
Times have been dark for the Calgary Flames lately. But with Calgary native Landon DuPont coming up in the 2027 draft, it may have been worth the wait for the Flames to potentially get their first No. draft pick in their history.
Which NHL Teams Are Still Over The Salary Cap And How Can They Fix It?
The NHL's off-season has left many teams either perilously close to the salary cap ceiling or over it. What teams are in cap trouble? And what do those teams need to do to be cap-compliant by the time the 2026-27 regular season begins?
Four Things The San Jose Sharks Need To Return To The Stanley Cup Playoffs
The Sharks took a huge step forward last season, but they still didn't make the playoffs. What more do they need to do to return to the post-season in 2026-27?
The Golden State Renaissance: NHL Teams Travelling To California Will Have Something To Fear Once Again
A once-feared NHL road trip has become one team looks forward to. But with young cores of the San Jose Sharks and Anaheim Ducks, as well as the Los Angeles Kings' always willingness to improve, the California road trip is becoming a trip to fear once again.
The Next Five Former NHL Players Who Should Have Their Numbers Retired
Two teams so far this summer have announced they will retire the numbers of recent NHL players this coming season. Which five players are the next who should be joining th
NHL Off-Season Rankings: No. 20, Edmonton Oilers
TheHockeyNews.com's series ranking the off-seasons of each NHL team continues with team No. 20, the Edmonton Oilers.
Five NHL Breakout Players From 2025-26 Who Will Prove It Wasn't A Fluke
The 2025-26 season featured several players who broke out, emerging as either faces of the NHL or stars for contending teams. The question those players now face is whether they can repeat their success and prove it wasn't a fluke.
Opinion: NHL Expansion Could Change The League For The Better
Speculation about NHL expansion is increasing, and two markets in particular – Houston and Atlanta – look to be the favorites to land the league's next two franchises. Adam Proteau discusses why expansion could potentially benefit fans, players, and the sport as a whole.
How 2028 NHL Prospect Maddox Schultz Turned Rogers Place Dream Into Hlinka Gretzky Gold
16-year-old Maddox Schultz lived out a childhood dream at the 2026 Hlinka Gretzky Cup, and highlighted the next wave of generational Canadian hockey talent.
NHL Prospect Pool Overview '26-27: Winnipeg Jets Are At The Crossroads Of A Rebuild
The Winnipeg Jets are in dire need of young talent that are ready to be difference-makers at the NHL level. Tony Ferrari explores the best candidates in the team's prospect pool that can do just that.
Four Things The New York Rangers Need To Get Back Into The Stanley Cup Playoffs
The New York Rangers are looking at the potential for a third straight year without a playoff appearance, but they made some significant changes in the off-season to address those concerns. What will be the determining factors in getting the Rangers back into the post-season for 2026-27?
NHL Off-Season Rankings: No. 21, Dallas Stars
TheHockeyNews.com is ranking the off-season of each NHL team, and today we're focusing on the Dallas Stars. The Stars have had some regular-season and playoff success, but they're still seeking their second Stanley Cup in team history. Have they done enough to win it all?
2022 NHL Re-Draft: Hutson Jumps To No. 1, Slafkovsky to Devils
The 2022 NHL Draft featured high-end talent at all three positions, headlined by Montreal Canadiens stars Juraj Slafkovsky and Lane Hutson. Owen Cameron takes a look at what changes would be made if general managers across the league had a second chance to make their picks.
Flyers GM Daniel Briere Is Quietly Building Something Special
The Philadelphia Flyers hired former NHL star Daniel Briere as their GM three years ago. In that time, Briere has transformed the Flyers into one of the league's up-and-coming teams.
The Hockey News Wraparound: Is The Dallas Stars' Stanley Cup Window Closing?
Emma Lingan, Michael Augello, and Kelsey Surmacz break down the New Jersey Devils’ goaltending situation, the long-term outlook of the Dallas Stars, and much more.