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Hurricanes’ Charles Alexis Legault Making Early Impressions in Camp & Preseason
Some Carolina Hurricanes have already made an impression this early in training camp. Defenseman Charles Alexis Legault caught everyone’s attention after his performance heading into Sunday night’s 6-3 loss to…
Today in Hockey in History: Sept. 21
Yesterday in Hockey History: Sept. 20 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Sept. 22 Sept. 21 has been an intriguing day in NHL history. One of its earliest superstars was born on…
NHL Rumors: Bobrovsky Speaks Up, Fantilli and Marchenko News, Hayes Retires
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Sergei Bobrovsky is already making a significant impression inside the Toronto Maple Leafs’ locker room. Meanwhile, the Columbus Blue Jackets and Adam Fantilli remain stuck…
Wild Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Training Camp is Progressing
The Minnesota Wild had a busy few days as they started training camp and played their first preseason game. Of course, the game didn’t have any points to play for,…
Sabres Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Training Camp and Preseason Underway and More
Here is the latest news and updates around the Buffalo Sabres and their schedule for the week of Sept. 21-27, 2026. Training Camp Is Underway The Sabres started training camp…
3 Takeaways From Predators’ 2-1 Loss to Lightning
The Nashville Predators lost their first preseason game, suffering a 2-1 defeat to the Tampa Bay Lightning. Every goal was scored in the first period: the Lightning took the lead…
Devils News & Rumors: Lombardi’s Push for Roster Spot, Daws’s Big Opportunity, & More
Last week, the New Jersey Devils held training camp ahead of the 2026-27 season. New and old faces alike hit the ice at Prudential Center, with rookies, veterans, and offseason…
Canadiens Should Pursue the Hurricanes’ Young Defenceman Alexander Nikishin
The Montreal Canadiens already have one of the most talented young blue lines in the NHL, but that should not stop Kent Hughes from looking for opportunities to make it…
3 Takeaways From the Sharks’ Preseason Loss to the Ducks
The San Jose Sharks opened their preseason schedule with a 6-2 loss to the Ducks in Anaheim. The Ducks opted to start their stars at home. Leo Carlsson, Cutter Gauthier,…
Impressions From Day 1 of LA Kings Training Camp
Welcome, readers, to LA Kings training camp! The first day was held on Sept. 18 at Toyota Sports Performance Center in El Segundo, California. Running through Sept. 21, the four-day…
Devils’ Nikita Shcherbakov Is the KHL Rookie of the Week
Salavat Yulaev Ufa defenseman Nikita Shcherbakov was awarded Rookie of the Week honors on Monday in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL). The 18-years-old blueliner was picked by the New Jersey…
Flyers’ Brière, Tocchet Set the Tone for 2026-27 Season
Blink, and you’ll miss training camp under the NHL and NHL Players Association’s new collective bargaining agreement. The Philadelphia Flyers, along with teams across the league, took the ice for…
3 Takeaways From Mammoth’s 4-1 Preseason Loss to Avalanche
The preseason is finally here. Unlike past years, this will be the first-ever four-game shortened preseason for the Utah Mammoth. That means fewer days for everyone to impress in camp…
3 Takeaways From Devils’ 2-1 Preseason Win Over Islanders
On Sunday, Sept. 20, the New Jersey Devils hosted the New York Islanders for their first preseason game of the 2026-27 season. Both the Devils and Islanders lineups consisted of players trying…
Blues’ Jake Neighbours Can Still Bounce Back Regardless of Role
After recording a career-high 46 points in 2024-25, Jake Neighbours took a noticeable step backward in 2025-26. He recorded just 15 goals and 36 points. The drop-off wasn’t disastrous, and…
Senators Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Roster Realities, Testing Reserves and More
Here are the key storylines and upcoming schedule for the Ottawa Senators as they navigate a shortened preseason during the week of Sept. 20-26, 2026. Bench Boss Headaches and Roster…
Jets Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Netminding, Young Talent and More
Here are the key storylines and upcoming schedule for the Winnipeg Jets as they navigate a shortened preseason for the week of Sept. 20-26, 2026. Roster Battles and the Netminding…
Flames Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Roster Trimming, High-Stakes Evaluations and More
Training camp is officially in full swing, and Ryan Huska’s bench is transitioning from summer conditioning drills to real game action. With the league expanding its regular season to an…
Canucks Weekly: Preseason Opener, Battles to Watch & Cootes Debate
The Vancouver Canucks are one step closer to opening night as they played the first of four preseason games on Saturday night. The sprint has begun with the regular season…
Rangers Need Oliver Bjorkstrand to Have a Bounceback Season
The New York Rangers had a disappointing 2025-26 season and finished with the worst record in the Eastern Conference, but they added some key players this offseason. They acquired Pavel…
3 Takeaways From Maple Leafs’ 4-1 Preseason Loss to Canadiens
The Toronto Maple Leafs lost their preseason opener 4-1 against the Montreal Canadiens at Scotiabank Arena on Saturday night. Darren Raddysh scored Toronto’s lone goal on the power play at…
3 Capitals Breakout Candidates for 2026-27
The Washington Capitals enter the 2026-27 campaign expecting to return to the postseason party behind a talented group including Alex Ovechkin, Tom Wilson, Alex Tuch, Jordan Kyrou, and Jakob Chychrun.…
Blues’ New Jersey Numbers & Who Wore Them in the Past
On Wednesday, July 22, the St. Louis Blues announced their newest jersey numbers. Brandon Carlo will wear #25, Ross Johnston will wear #49, Connor McMichael will wear #77, and Mason…
Oilers Trade Tree: From Yakupov to Skinner
‘Fail for Nail’ rang through the streets of Edmonton during the 2011-12 NHL season as the Edmonton Oilers, for the sixth straight year, slotted as lottery hopefuls rather than playoff…
Guy Lafleur: The Last of the Great Habs Skaters
Guy Lafleur’s 17-year NHL career spanned from 1971 until 1991. The first 14 years were with the Habs, followed by a three-year retirement. He then skated one season with the…
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