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Canucks' Zeev Buium signs 8-year contract extension
The Canucks signed defenseman Zeev Buium to an eight-year contract extension Friday worth $9.38 million a season.
Fantasy hockey forward tiers: Who to draft and when to take them
Use these forward tiers to help you plan out your fantasy hockey draft strategy.
Fantasy hockey drafts: Which player should you take with the first pick?
Picking first? Here are the players you should consider with the No. 1 overall pick in fantasy hockey drafts.
Winners and losers of Cale Makar's $163.2 million contract
The deal for Colorado's franchise defenseman set a new high benchmark for NHL players, with impacts around the league.
ASU's Matthew Mayich had heat stroke, lack of oxygen to brain, lawyer says
Matthew Mayich, the Arizona State hockey player and Blues draft pick who collapsed in an offseason workout, suffered exertional heat stroke that reduced the flow of oxygen to his brain, his attorney told ESPN.
Blues name Thomas as captain despite last season's trade rumors
The Blues have named center Robert Thomas as the 25th captain in franchise history just months after his name was heavily circulated in trade rumors.
New Jersey Devils trade for Predators forward Evangelista
Anaheim Ducks to retire former captain Ryan Getzlaf's No. 15
The Anaheim Ducks will retire the number of longtime captain Ryan Getzlaf, who retired in April 2022 after a 17-year NHL career spent entirely with the same organization, during a ceremony Jan. 30.
Which fantasy hockey league is right for you?
Roto vs H2H points? Dynasty vs redraft? With all the scoring settings, roster setup and more, here's your first stop when signing up for an ESPN Fantasy Hockey league.
Avs' Cale Makar embracing pressure after inking record deal
Avs star Cale Makar said he welcomes the pressure that comes with signing a record $163.2 million, eight-year extension.
David Shuman joins Islanders' ownership group as limited partner
David Shuman has joined the New York Islanders' ownership group as a limited partner, subject to NHL approval.
Blackhawks agree to two-year contract with Kevin Korchinski
On Saturday, the Chicago Blackhawks agreed to a two-year contract with defenseman Kevin Korchinski, 22, a restricted free agent who played in 53 games with Rockford of the American Hockey League last season after being the No. 7 pick in the 2022 draft.
Jets star goalie Connor Hellebuyck confirms trade request
Three-time Vezina Trophy-winning goaltender Connor Hellebuyck publicly confirmed Thursday that he asked the Winnipeg Jets to trade him.
ASU investigates workout where hockey player collapsed
Arizona State is investigating the circumstances of a workout in which hockey player Matthew Mayich collapsed.
NHL on ESPN schedule: Where to watch 2026-27 games
ESPN's 2026-27 regular-season NHL schedule features 100 exclusive games.
Missing PWHL championship trophy found, returned to Victoire
The Montreal Victoire's missing Walter Cup championship trophy has been found after being lost during shipment and reunited with the team, the PWHL announced Monday.
Sakic 'confident' Avalanche secure Makar deal before season
Speaking at an Avalanche alumni game, Colorado general manager Joe Sakic on Sunday reiterated the confidence he has in that a contract extension for star defenseman Cale Makar, a two-time Norris Trophy winner, will "be signed before the season starts."
Garrett Rank wins his 4th Canadian Men's Mid-Amateur title
NHL referee Garrett Rank won his fourth Canadian Men's Mid-Amateur Championship on Friday.
Replica of PWHL's championship trophy missing, league says
A replica of the Walter Cup, the trophy that belongs to the Professional Women's Hockey League champion Montreal Victoire, is missing, the league told The Associated Press on Friday.
Islanders announce 'Navy Lighthouse' as fan-voted third jersey contest winner
The New York Islanders put the fate of their third jersey design in the hands of their fans -- and they've landed on a winning concept.
Leon Draisaitl's top moments of the 2025-26 season
Leon Draisaitl's top moments of the 2025-26 season
2027 NHL draft prospect watch list: Top prospects heading into the season
With the Hlinka Gretzky Cup complete, draft season is here. Here are the top skaters to watch for next June, with Landon DuPont leading the way so far.
Bruins to play in Munich, Oilers in Cologne in 2027-28
The Bruins and Oilers will each play two regular-season games in Germany in the 2027-28 season with opponents to be determined.
Werenski reiterates Blue Jackets' future tied to contending
Zach Werenski would like to remain with the Columbus Blue Jackets long term, even though there are two seasons left on his current contract.
Hockey Canada extends bans stemming from 2018 sexual assault case
Three of the five hockey players acquitted of sexual assault in the 2018 Canada world junior case had their international bans extended for at least another year.
2026 NHL free agency tracker: News, contracts, grades, buzz
Get up to speed on all the latest veteran additions teams are making beginning on June 30.
Penguins sign Ville Koivunen to 8-year deal worth $32M
The Pittsburgh Penguins made a significant investment in their future on Thursday, signing forward Ville Koivunen to an eight-year contract worth $4 million annually.
Graf stays with Sharks on 3-year deal worth $12.75 million
Forward Collin Graf, who had 21 goals and 25 assists in 81 games last season, re-signed with the Sharks on a three-year deal worth $12.75 million.
Penguins sign veteran forward Tommy Novak to a 3-year extension
The Pittsburgh Penguins signed dependable forward Tommy Novak to a three-year contract extension on Friday.
NHL rookie roundtable: Gavin McKenna and other top rookies answer burning questions
How would you want people to describe your game? Most embarrassing hockey story? We got the answers to those questions and more from some of the NHL's top rookies.
Swedish Elite League team rescinds Foote deal amid fan uproar
Färjestad BK of the Swedish Elite League announced Thursday it was not going to honor Cal Foote's contract after conversations with stakeholders.
IIHF says Russia still from 4 world tournaments in 2027
The International Ice Hockey Federation said Russia will not be allowed to participate in four tournaments next year after a review by the organization's council.
Vancouver Goldeneyes GM Cara Gardner Morey steps down to coach
Cara Gardner Morey is stepping down as the Vancouver Goldeneyes GM to fill the team's head-coaching vacancy, the PWHL announced on Thursday.
No. 1 2026 NHL draft pick Gavin McKenna sets rookie season goals
Gavin McKenna, the No. 1 pick of the 2026 NHL Draft, outlined his season goals on Wednesday at the NHLPA Rookie Showcase.
Sharks sign Macklin Celebrini to five-year, $94M extension
The $18.8 million average annual value on his five-year extension will make Macklin Celebrini the highest-paid player in the NHL.
Canucks' Cammi Granato shifts from assistant GM to adviser role
Hockey Hall of Fame player Cammi Granato is changing roles within the Canucks' front office.
Blue Jackets, Sillinger reach 3-year deal to avoid arbitration
The Blue Jackets avoided arbitration by reaching an agreement to sign forward Cole Sillinger to a three-year, $13.875 million contract.
Tortorella 'disappointed' by Vegas' decision, hopes for next job
John Tortorella admits he was "disappointed" by the Golden Knights' decision not to retain him after their surprising run to the Stanley Cup Final but says he is already thinking about another coaching opportunity.
Blue Jackets sign goaltender Jet Greaves to 3-year, $15M deal
The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed goaltender Jet Greaves to a three-year, $15 million contract through the 2028-29 season.
Patrick Kane returns to Blackhawks on two-year contract
The Blackhawks and Patrick Kane have agreed to a two-year deal with an average annual value of $8 million as the winger returns to the team where he became an NHL superstar.
Grading preseason bold predictions for all 32 NHL teams
Steve Yzerman "failing up?" Spot on. Rangers returning to the playoffs? Not so much.
Stars GM says signing Jason Robertson to long-term deal remains goal
Stars GM Jim Nill said signing winger Jason Robertson to a long-term contract remains his goal, after the two sides ended a contentious negotiation with a one-year deal this week.
Winnipeg Jets poke fun at Miami Heat's LeBron presser link mistake
The Miami Heat's late-night mistake led to an NHL franchise to make some jokes.
Marshawn Lynch to be special guest at HDA's SummerFest
The Hockey Diversity Alliance is adding a football element to its youth SummerFest in Toronto this weekend, with former NFL running back Marshawn Lynch serving as a special guest.
Stars keep 'cornerstone' Jason Robertson with one-year deal
After a season in which he led the club with 96 points, Dallas forward Jason Robertson, who nixed a trade to the Seattle Kraken this summer, avoided a salary arbitration hearing with the Stars, accepting a one-year deal worth $12 million on Tuesday night.
NHL to produce games for Hurricanes, Blue Jackets, Wild, Blues
The Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes, along with the Columbus Blue Jackets, Minnesota Wild and St. Louis Blues, will have their games produced and distributed by the NHL for the coming season as the league branches out into centralized production.
Mammoth sign defenseman John Marino to 8-year, $54M extension
The Utah Mammoth have signed defenseman John Marino to an 8-year, $54M extension, the team announced Tuesday.
Bedard hoping to see a Chicago Blackhawks' reunion with Kane
On the day the Blackhawks star met with the media after signing his new contract, Chicago's Connor Bedard made his pitch to winger Patrick Kane to return to the club he began his NHL career with and chase another Stanley Cup.
Behind the scenes at the NHL Broadcast Training Camp
Who will be the next great hockey player turned analyst? We attended the latest training program in New York to find out.
Blackhawks star Connor Bedard agrees to 5-year, $75M deal
Chicago Blackhawks star Connor Bedard has agreed to a $75 million, five-year contract, completing a major offseason goal for the team.