Seth Jones' Hot Start Shows Value to Florida Panthers
Seth Jones matched a Panthers franchise record with four assists at Columbus, continuing his rise as Florida's top defenseman with heavy minutes and power-play impact.
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Stars Edge Avalanche 3-2 in Shootout After Two Goals Waved Off
Roope Hintz wins shootout for Dallas as Stars beat Avalanche 3-2 in Denver after Colorado has two first-period goals overturned.
Alex Tuch's Three Points Lead Capitals Past Canadiens 5-4 in Washington
Alex Tuch scored twice and added an assist as Washington edged Montreal 5-4 in Washington, with Charlie Lindgren making 26 saves to snap a two-game skid.
Crosby Scores Twice but Blackhawks Top Penguins 5-3 in Chicago
Sidney Crosby scored twice, but Teuvo Teravainen's two goals and Chicago's power-play edge lifted the Blackhawks to a 5-3 win over Pittsburgh.
Brock Boeser Passes Bertuzzi for Fifth in Canucks PP Goals
Brock Boeser scored his 80th power-play goal against the Islanders to pass Todd Bertuzzi for fifth on the Vancouver Canucks' franchise list.
Bolduc's Shootout Winner Lifts Canadiens Over Sabres 4-3
Zachary Bolduc scores shootout winner as Montreal Canadiens edge Buffalo Sabres 4-3 in Montreal after surrendering two-goal lead Tuesday night.
Senators Surge to 5-1-0 Start Despite Early Injuries
Ottawa improves to 5-1-0 with a 4-1 win in New Jersey as Tim Stutzle and Linus Ullmark power the Senators through early injuries to key players.
Penguins Acquire Ryan Johnson From Sabres in Trade
Pittsburgh acquires defenseman Ryan Johnson from Buffalo for Caleb Jones and Daniel Laatsch, clearing contract slots as Kyle Dubas targets a change-of-scenery blueliner.
Ostlund's Power-Play Winner Lifts Sabres Past Panthers 5-3
Noah Ostlund's third-period power-play goal lifts Buffalo to a 5-3 win over Florida in Buffalo as both teams lose key players to injury.
Spencer Stastney Debuts as Penguins Edge Stars in Shootout
Spencer Stastney debuted for Pittsburgh in a 3-2 shootout win over Dallas after his trade from Edmonton, earning praise from coach Dan Muse alongside Kris Letang.
Flyers Fall 4-1 to Hurricanes as 0-5-2 Start Sparks Fire Tocchet Chants
Philadelphia fell 4-1 to Carolina to drop to 0-5-2, the first winless seven-game start in franchise history, as fans chanted for coach Rick Tocchet to be fired.
Rangers Roll Past Canucks 6-2 Behind Kartye, Cuylle Doubles
Ty Kartye and Will Cuylle each score twice as Dylan Garand makes 19 saves to lead the Rangers to a 6-2 win over the Canucks in New York.
Ryan Reaves Retires After 16 NHL Seasons, Stays in Las Vegas
Ryan Reaves has retired after 16 NHL seasons and 962 games, but the beloved enforcer says Las Vegas will remain home after his Golden Knights run.
Fowler Shuts Out Red Wings as Bolduc Wins Shootout for Canadiens
Zachary Bolduc scored in the sixth round of a shootout and Jacob Fowler made 30 saves for his second shutout as Montreal edged Detroit 1-0 at Bell Centre.
Nylander Ties Career High as Maple Leafs Beat Avalanche 6-3
William Nylander had two goals and three assists for five points and Auston Matthews added four points as Toronto beat Colorado 6-3 in Denver.
Gabriel Landeskog Reflects on Comeback, Sweep and Makar Deal
Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog opens up on his full-season comeback, Colorado's conference final sweep and Cale Makar's $20.4M extension.
Matt Dumba Announces NHL Retirement After 13 Seasons With Wild
Matt Dumba, 32, retires after 13 NHL seasons and 748 games, returning to Minnesota where he spent 10 seasons with the Wild and earned the King Clancy Trophy.
Caulfield Scores First Goal as Ducks Hand Jets 5-1 Loss
Rookie Judd Caulfield scores his first NHL goal as Anaheim Ducks roll past Winnipeg Jets 5-1 at Canada Life Centre, handing Winnipeg its first regulation loss.
Rangers' Igor Shesterkin Exits vs Capitals With Leg Injury
New York Rangers star Igor Shesterkin exited Friday at Washington with a lower-body injury after jamming his right leg on the post and needing help off the ice.
Makar Scores Twice as Avalanche Rout Winless Flames 7-3
Cale Makar scored twice and Devon Toews and Jaden Schwartz added two each as Colorado topped Calgary 7-3 to keep the Flames winless.
Hurricanes Rout Canucks 7-2 as Stankoven Hat Trick Exposes Defense
Logan Stankoven's hat trick powered Carolina's 7-2 rout of Vancouver in Raleigh, as the Hurricanes dominated special teams and exposed Canucks defensive lapses.
Bo Horvat Nets Two as Islanders Top Blackhawks 4-1 to Even Record
Bo Horvat scored twice and Logan Stanley stayed hot as the New York Islanders beat the Chicago Blackhawks 4-1 to even their record at 2-2.
Stankoven's Natural Hat Trick Powers Hurricanes Past Canucks 7-2
Logan Stankoven nets natural hat trick for 100 career points as Carolina Hurricanes rout Vancouver Canucks 7-2 in Raleigh for third straight win.
Kyle Connor's Late Goal Lifts Jets Past Avalanche 3-2
Kyle Connor scored twice, including the winner with a minute left, as the Winnipeg Jets held off the Colorado Avalanche for a 3-2 victory in Manitoba.
Connor's Late Winner Lifts Jets Past Avalanche 3-2 in Winnipeg
Kyle Connor scored his fifth goal with a minute left to lift Winnipeg past Colorado 3-2, extending the Jets' season-opening point streak to four games.
Flames' Dustin Wolf Leans on Stability After Rough Start
Dustin Wolf allowed 12 goals in two 6-1 losses to Seattle to start his $52.5M extension, but the Flames goalie says stability off the ice has him ready to rebound.
Panthers to Navigate 6-8 Weeks Without Barkov, No Surgery
Florida captain Aleksander Barkov will miss 6-8 weeks without surgery after a left leg injury, forcing lineup and cap adjustments for the 2-0-2 Panthers.
Hurricanes Spoil Canadiens Home Opener With 6-4 Win in Montreal
Carolina beat Montreal 6-4 in its home opener as Andrei Svechnikov's empty-netter sealed the win and exposed the Canadiens' effort gap.
Matthews' OT Winner Lifts Maple Leafs Past Predators 5-4
Auston Matthews scored at 4:46 of overtime and added three assists as Toronto rallied from 3-0 down to beat Nashville 5-4, with Gavin McKenna scoring his first NHL goal.
Red Wings' Dylan Larkin Likely to Return Tuesday vs Senators
Dylan Larkin is likely to make his season debut Tuesday against Ottawa after missing two games with an upper-body injury, coach Todd McLellan said after morning skate.
Canadiens' Ivan Demidov Out 2-4 Weeks With Lower-Body Injury
Montreal Canadiens winger Ivan Demidov will miss two to four weeks with a lower-body injury after sitting out Monday's practice and Tuesday's morning skate.
Stutzle's Three Points Lift Senators to 4-1 Win Over Bruins
Tim Stutzle tallies two goals and an assist to lift undefeated Ottawa past Boston 4-1 as Linus Ullmark and Samuel Ersson combine for 18 saves.
Jets Rally Past Penguins 3-2 to Hand Pittsburgh First Loss
Winnipeg erased a 1-0 deficit with three third-period goals to beat Pittsburgh 3-2 in Pittsburgh, handing the Penguins their first loss of the season.
Alex Ovechkin to Retire After 22nd Season With Capitals
Washington captain Alex Ovechkin announced his 22nd NHL season will be his last, entering his final year with 929 goals after breaking Wayne Gretzky's record.
Avalanche Crush Blues 6-1 Behind Burst; Bednar Extended
Colorado Avalanche routed St. Louis Blues 6-1 with a four-goal second period after an eight-goal opener vs. Kings as coach Jared Bednar signs extension.
Marner Scores First as Golden Knights Edge Canucks 3-2
Mitch Marner scored his first goal of the season as Vegas edged Vancouver 3-2 in Vancouver, with Adin Hill stopping 17 shots to extend Vegas' win streak.
Sabres Rally Past Blackhawks for First Win as Goaltending Woes Linger
Tage Thompson's two-point night and Jiri Kulich's late winner lift Buffalo past Chicago for its first win, but Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen's struggles persist.
Canadiens' Second-Period Collapse Costs Win in Pittsburgh
Montreal rallied from 5-1 down to force overtime in Pittsburgh, but Juraj Slafkovsky says second-period habits must be fixed with urgency.
Maple Leafs Hit Iron Repeatedly in 3-2 Loss to Senators
Toronto blew a 2-1 lead in a 3-2 loss to Ottawa on Saturday, hitting six or seven posts while Auston Matthews and Jim Hiller lamented puck luck and late penalties.
Canucks Show Rebuild Promise in Wild Split With Oilers
Vancouver splits high-scoring opening series with Edmonton to open 2026-27, showing pace and pushback in a 6-5 OT win and 9-7 loss at Rogers Arena.
Lyle Odelein, Blue Jackets First Captain, Dies at 58
Lyle Odelein, the Stanley Cup-winning defenseman and first captain of the Columbus Blue Jackets, has died at 58 after a heart attack, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported.
Dylan Garand Earns First Shutout as Rangers Blank Red Wings 2-0
Dylan Garand stopped 22 shots for his first NHL shutout as the Rangers beat the Red Wings 2-0 in Detroit, capping what he called the craziest week of his life.
Bruins Edge Jets 4-3 in Overtime to Spoil Winnipeg Opener
JJ Peterka's overtime winner lifted the Boston Bruins to a 4-3 win over the Winnipeg Jets in Winnipeg after Elias Lindholm tied it late in regulation.
Oilers Beat Canucks 9-7 as Vancouver's Rally Falls Short
Edmonton Oilers beat Vancouver Canucks 9-7 in Vancouver after building an 8-2 lead, holding off a four-goal third-period rally to split the home-and-home series.
Oilers Outlast Canucks 9-7 Despite Leaky Defence in Vancouver
Edmonton survives a wild 9-7 win in Vancouver as Connor McDavid posts five points and Evan Bouchard sets a record, but defensive woes persist.
Shesterkin Scores as Rangers Beat Lightning 5-1 in Home Opener
Igor Shesterkin became the first Rangers goalie to score, capping New York's 5-1 home-opening win over Tampa Bay at Madison Square Garden.
Ducks Sign Tristan Luneau to Six-Year $43.2M Extension
Anaheim locks up defenseman Tristan Luneau on a six-year, $43.2M deal after just 14 NHL games, pairing him with Jackson LaCombe atop the blue line.
MacKinnon Scores Twice, Fights as Avalanche Beat Kings 8-4
Nathan MacKinnon scored twice and added a rare late fight as Colorado opened the season with an 8-4 victory over Los Angeles at Ball Arena in Denver.
Avalanche Rout Kings 8-4 in Wild Opening Night at Ball Arena
Nathan MacKinnon scored twice and fought as Colorado opened the season with a chaotic 8-4 win over Los Angeles at Ball Arena, striking four times on the power play.
Blues' Tyler Tucker Has Knee Surgery, Out Six Weeks
St. Louis Blues defenseman Tyler Tucker had arthroscopic right knee surgery Wednesday and will be re-evaluated in six weeks after a Sept. 20 practice injury.
Red Wings' Simon Edvinsson Skates in Sweden Amid Contract Holdout
Restricted free agent Simon Edvinsson is skating with Frölunda in Gothenburg as Detroit Red Wings teammates await his return ahead of Friday's opener vs. Rangers.
Forsling's OT Winner Lifts Panthers Past Hurricanes 1-0
Gustav Forsling scored with 4.3 seconds left in overtime to lift Florida to a 1-0 win over Carolina in a season opener between the last two Stanley Cup champions.
Babcock's Oilers Debut Spoiled in 6-5 OT Loss to Canucks
Evan Bouchard's five-point hat trick wasn't enough as Mike Babcock's Oilers fell 6-5 in OT to Vancouver after a sloppy defensive opener in Edmonton.
Senators Name Thomas Chabot 11th Captain in Franchise History
Thomas Chabot is named Ottawa Senators' 11th captain and first francophone leader, succeeding Brady Tkachuk in a milestone week that also saw him become a father.
Oilers Lose Nugent-Hopkins for Opener With Lower-Body Injury
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins will miss the Oilers' season opener against Vancouver with a lower-body injury, forcing Mike Babcock to split McDavid and Draisaitl.
Blues' Logan Mailloux Out 8 Weeks After Hand Procedure
St. Louis Blues defenseman Logan Mailloux will be re-evaluated in eight weeks after right-hand surgery following a preseason fight, joining Tyler Tucker on IR.
Maple Leafs in Deep Talks to Acquire Kirill Marchenko
The Maple Leafs and Blue Jackets are in deep talks on a Kirill Marchenko trade, with Columbus granting Toronto permission to discuss an extension before Monday's deadline.
NHL Projects $127.5M Salary Cap for 2028-29 in Record Jump
The NHL projects a $127.5M salary cap for 2028-29, a $14 million jump that would mark the largest increase of the cap era as revenue nears $8.1B.
NHL Expands to 84-Game Season for First Time Since 1994 Era
The NHL will play an 84-game regular season for the first time since 1994, with a record 1,344 games across 32 teams under the CBA through 2030.
NHL Season Preview: Awards, Playoffs and Stanley Cup Picks
The NHL season opens Tuesday with Carolina raising its banner vs. Florida, as AP writers predict awards, playoff fields and Stanley Cup winners.
Dylan Larkin Expands Trade List to Seven Teams Including Wild
Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin has expanded his trade list to seven teams, with the Minnesota Wild still included as Detroit gains leverage in talks.
Blue Jackets Lock Up Adam Fantilli With $82.5M Extension
Columbus re-signs center Adam Fantilli to a six-year, $82.5M contract worth $13.75M annually, making the 21-year-old the Blue Jackets' highest-paid player.
Hellebuyck and Larkin Want Out as Player Empowerment Grows
Connor Hellebuyck and Dylan Larkin seek trades with five years left on deals as player empowerment reshapes NHL trade market ahead of deadline.
Maple Leafs Sweep Senators in Split-Squad Preseason Finale
Toronto swept Ottawa 6-1 at Scotiabank Arena and 4-2 at Canadian Tire Centre to close preseason, showcasing offensive pressure and depth scoring.
Senators Owner Says Tkachuk Pushed Panthers Trade for Family
Ottawa owner Michael Andlauer says Brady Tkachuk waived his no-trade clause to join brother Matthew in Florida, saying "blood is thicker than water."
Flyers' Dan Vladar Exits Preseason Loss to Bruins With Injury
Flyers No. 1 goalie Dan Vladar exited Tuesday's 5-1 preseason loss to the Bruins with an upper-body injury after first-period contact and did not return.
Canucks' Kirill Kudryavtsev Eyes Full-Time NHL Role After Injury
Vancouver defenseman Kirill Kudryavtsev discusses his two-month injury recovery, bond with Manny Malhotra and push for a full-time Canucks roster spot.
Nikita Kucherov Wins Hart, Matthew Schaefer Takes Calder Trophy
Nikita Kucherov wins Hart Trophy over Connor McDavid and Matthew Schaefer claims Calder as NHL reveals major award winners and final vote totals.
Bowen Byram Hat Trick Lifts Blackhawks Past Wild 4-3 in OT
Bowen Byram scored a hat trick including the OT winner as the Chicago Blackhawks edged the Minnesota Wild 4-3 in preseason action at the United Center Monday.
Ducks Rout Sharks 6-2 in Preseason Opener Behind Young Standouts
Anaheim opened preseason with a 6-2 win over San Jose at Honda Center, getting strong showings from prospects Klepov, Myatovic and Luneau on Sunday.
Hamilton, Makar Score in Debuts as Avalanche Beat Utah 4-1
Beckett Hamilton and Taylor Makar scored in preseason debuts as Ilya Nabokov made 16 saves to lift Colorado Avalanche past Utah Mammoth 4-1 at Ball Arena.
Hellebuyck Trade Stalls as Jets Suspend Goalie Amid Camp Holdout
Connor Hellebuyck was suspended after skipping Jets camp as Winnipeg's trade talks stall over draft picks and a no-trade clause blocking a deal with Buffalo.
Maple Leafs Weigh Pairing McKenna With Matthews at Camp
Toronto opens camp with No. 1 pick Gavin McKenna skating with Tavares and Nylander, sparking debate over an immediate pairing with Auston Matthews.
Canadiens' Demidov Shows Extra Step in 4-3 OT Win Over Leafs
Ivan Demidov scored in Montreal's 4-3 OT win over Toronto at Bell Centre as Martin St. Louis says the 20-year-old has added another step entering Year 2.
Four Atlantic Division Contracts Defining the Cap Surge
From Zacha's bargain in Boston to Dahlin's steal in Buffalo, four Atlantic Division deals stand out as cap inflation reshapes contract value.
Stars' Robertson, Harley in Camp After Failed Trade Deals
Jason Robertson and Thomas Harley opened Stars camp Thursday after offseason trades to Seattle and Columbus fell through, with Robertson back on a $12M one-year deal.
Golden Knights Face Three Key Questions Entering Training Camp
Vegas enters 2026-27 as defending Western Conference champions with Stanley Cup expectations and three defining questions around coaching, scoring and health.
Winnipeg Jets Suspend Connor Hellebuyck After Failure to Report
The Winnipeg Jets have suspended goaltender Connor Hellebuyck for failing to report to training camp following his public trade request in August.
Devils Sign Luke Evangelista to 5-Year, $36.25M Extension
New Jersey Devils sign winger Luke Evangelista to a five-year, $36.25M extension ($7.25M AAV) starting in 2027-28, buying three UFA years with bonus-heavy deal.
Alex Newhook Signs Four-Year, $22.2M Canadiens Extension
Alex Newhook signs a four-year, $22.2M extension with Montreal carrying a $5.55M cap hit from 2027-28 after a 25-point season and strong playoff run.
Ducks Lock Up Cutter Gauthier With Six-Year, $81M Deal
Cutter Gauthier signs six-year, $81M deal with Anaheim Ducks at $13.5M AAV after 41-goal breakout, with $69.5M in bonuses before new CBA rules.
Blackhawks Top Blues 5-2 to Split Prospect Showcase Series
Chicago rebounds from a 3-1 loss with a 5-2 win over St. Louis at USG Arena as AJ Spellacy scores twice to split the 2026 Prospect Showcase 1-1.
Analyzing the Most Intriguing NHL Contracts in the Central Division
As the 2026-27 NHL season approaches, we examine the most compelling contract situations for key players across the Central Division.
Senators Near Eight-Year Extension With Drake Batherson
Ottawa is closing in on an eight-year extension with 33-goal scorer Drake Batherson worth $10.5M-$11M annually ahead of Tuesday's CBA deadline.
Canadiens Sign Chris Kreider to One-Year $2.15M Deal With Bonuses
The Montreal Canadiens agreed to a one-year, $2.15M contract with Chris Kreider that can reach $3M with bonuses after his 22-goal season with Anaheim.
Dylan Larkin to Report to Red Wings Camp Amid Trade Request
Dylan Larkin will report to Detroit Red Wings training camp despite his offseason trade request, saying he will focus on the season ahead as leadership talks continue.
Four Burning Questions Loom as NHL Training Camps Open Soon
With NHL training camps set to open, Connor Hellebuyck's trade request, Drake Batherson's extension talks and Detroit's GM search headline four burning questions.
Golden Knights Extend Braeden Bowman on 6-Year, $3.4M AAV Deal
Golden Knights forward Braeden Bowman signed a six-year extension with a $3.4M AAV after posting 26 points in 54 games last season.
Ducks to Waive Chris Kreider for Contract Termination in Cap Move
Anaheim Ducks are expected to place Chris Kreider on waivers for contract termination to ease cap pressure, making the winger an unrestricted free agent.
Alex Formenton Signs With Oilers on $850K Deal After Acquittal
Alex Formenton signs league-minimum $850,000 deal with Edmonton Oilers, becoming third acquitted Hockey Canada player to return to NHL since July 2025 trial.
DeBrincat Addresses Larkin Trade, Contract Future Amid Red Wings Roster Shifts
Detroit Red Wings forward Alex DeBrincat discusses Dylan Larkin's trade request, his own contract future, and Patrick Kane’s exit during the NHL Player Media Tour.
Dustin Wolf Lone Flames Player in The Athletic's NHL Tiers
Dustin Wolf is the only Calgary Flames player named to The Athletic's annual NHL player tiers, sparking debate among Calgary fans over his ranking.
Oilers' Connor McDavid Welcomes Soaring NHL Salaries Surge
Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid says rising NHL salaries are long overdue, reacting to the league's recent wave of big-money contracts.
Minten Extension Could Influence Canadiens' Bolduc Deal
Montreal Canadiens remain unsigned with Zachary Bolduc as Fraser Minten's extension Tuesday creates a new market comparable for contract talks.
Boston Bruins Sign Fraser Minten to 7-Year, $50.4M Extension
Boston Bruins signed center Fraser Minten to a seven-year, $50.4 million extension with a $7.2M cap hit after acquiring him from Toronto in March 2025.
Panthers Were Interested in Hellebuyck Before Tkachuk Trade
Florida Panthers were reportedly pursuing Connor Hellebuyck before acquiring Brady Tkachuk, but the trade has made a Hellebuyck deal extremely difficult.
Senators' Drake Batherson Discusses Extension and Marchand Clash
Drake Batherson discusses his Ottawa Senators extension talks and standing up to Brad Marchand as Ottawa prepares for the upcoming NHL season.
Zeev Buium Signs $75M Eight-Year Extension With Vancouver Canucks
Zeev Buium signs an eight-year, $75 million extension with the Vancouver Canucks, a long-term bet on the defenceman becoming a top-pair value.
Red Wings GM Search Continues After Jeff Greenberg Withdraws
The Detroit Red Wings face a setback in their search for a new general manager as candidate Jeff Greenberg officially withdraws his name from consideration.