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Jun 27, 2026

Blues acquire Carlo from Leafs for pair of picks
The Blues have acquired defenseman Brandon Carlo from the Maple Leafs in return for a pair of third-round draft picks.

ESPN NHL
Jun 27, 2026

Trade grades for all the NHL draft week swaps: Pet...
The summer trade season is officially on fire! Find grades for each GM involved in all the big swaps here.

ESPN NHL
Jun 27, 2026

Shoulder surgery likely to shelve Jarvis 4-6 month...
The Carolina Hurricanes are expected to be without leading goal scorer Seth Jarvis, who typically plays on the wing of No. 1 center Sebastian Aho, for the start of their Stanley Cup defense due to shoulder surgery, GM Eric Tulsky announced Friday night.

ESPN NHL
Jun 26, 2026

Detroit deals top goalie prospect Cossa to Utah
The Red Wings traded one of their top prospects in goaltender Sebastian Cossa to the Mammoth on Friday for the 23rd pick of this year's draft.

ESPN NHL
Jun 26, 2026

Ducks send McTavish to Blues for 2 1st-rounders
The Ducks moved on from Mason McTavish on Friday, trading the young center to the Blues for the Nos. 15 and 29 picks in Friday's NHL draft.

ESPN NHL
Jun 26, 2026

NHL draft tracker: Leafs select McKenna at No. 1; ...
The draft is Friday and Saturday. Here's a list of every selection, including detailed analysis for the top 32.

ESPN NHL
Jun 26, 2026

NHL draft tracker: Leafs take McKenna at No. 1; Kn...
The draft is Friday and Saturday. Here's a list of every selection, including detailed analysis for the top 32.

ESPN NHL
Jun 26, 2026

Kings re-sign defenseman Clarke after career year
The Kings re-signed defenseman Brandt Clarke to a five-year deal worth $7.4 million annually.

ESPN NHL
Jun 26, 2026

As expected, Maple Leafs draft McKenna at No. 1
Quickly putting to rest any speculation of a change of heart at the NHL draft Friday night, the Toronto Maple Leafs selected Penn State winger Gavin McKenna, 18, with the first pick after he posted 15 goals and 51 points in 35 games for the Nittany Lions.

ESPN NHL
Jun 26, 2026

Rangers land RFA Dorofeyev from Golden Knights
The New York Rangers added some scoring punch up front on Friday, acquiring forward Pavel Dorofeyev, 25, the Golden Knights' leading goal scorer from last season, in a deal announced by commissioner Gary Bettman that involved draft picks headed to Vegas.

ESPN NHL
Jun 26, 2026

Sources: Bruins get winger Peterka via Mammoth
The Utah Mammoth have traded winger JJ Peterka to the Boston Bruins one year after they traded for him.

ESPN NHL
Jun 26, 2026

NHL draft tracker: Scouting notes and team fits fo...
The draft is Friday and Saturday. Here's a list of every selection, including detailed analysis for the top 32.

ESPN NHL
Jun 26, 2026

Avalanche re-sign Brett Kulak and Brent Burns
The Avalanche answered questions about their defense by re-signing Brett Kulak and Brent Burns.

ESPN NHL
Jun 26, 2026

Sabres land Ducks' Zellweger for prospect, pick
The Buffalo Sabres acquired Olen Zellweger in a trade with the Anaheim Ducks on Friday in return for prospect forward Anton Wahlberg and a second-round pick in Friday's NHL draft.

ESPN NHL
Jun 26, 2026

Senators signing Spence to 4-year, $20M contract
The Senators are signing defenseman Jordan Spence to a four-year, $20 million contract after he helped Ottawa surmount a series of injuries last season.

ESPN NHL
Jun 26, 2026

DeAngelo returning to Islanders on 2-year deal
The Islanders have re-signed Tony DeAngelo to a two-year contract, with multiple reports saying the defenseman is getting $4.5 million per year on his new deal.

ESPN NHL
Jun 26, 2026

Rangers start offseason, trade Berard to Habs
The Rangers made their first move of a critical offseason by trading forward Brett Berard to the Canadiens for defenseman William Trudeau.

ESPN NHL
Jun 26, 2026

NHL mock draft: Final projection of all 32 picks i...
Though the top two picks appear to be locked in, what happens after that? Here's the final projection before Friday's first round.

ESPN NHL
Jun 26, 2026

?? Who makes the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2027?
With the 2026 class just announced, let's look ahead to next year.

ESPN NHL
Jun 25, 2026

Avs continue revamp, trade Nichushkin to Jackets
The Avalanche traded longtime winger Valeri Nichushkin to the Blue Jackets on Thursday, continuing to reshape their roster after a playoff disappointment.

ESPN NHL
Jun 25, 2026

Olympian Knight extends deal with PWHL Detroit
Five-time Olympian Hilary Knight signed a two-year contract extension with her new PWHL expansion team in Detroit on Thursday in a deal securing her through the 2028-29 season.

ESPN NHL
Jun 25, 2026

Victoire's Poulin played on torn ACL for Cup Win
Montreal Victoire captain Marie-Philip Poulin revealed Thursday she played through a torn ACL and a torn meniscus in her right knee for the PWHL champtionship.

ESPN NHL
Jun 25, 2026

Sabres sign Benson to 7yr $52.5 million contract
The Buffalo Sabres signed Zach Benson to a seven-year, $52.5 million contract.

ESPN NHL
Jun 25, 2026

Panthers acquire gritty Hathaway from Flyers
The Florida Panthers ensured they would not lose any of their grit with A.J. Greer expected to depart in free agency by acquiring Garnet Hathaway from the Philadelphia Flyers in a trade Thursday.

ESPN NHL
Jun 25, 2026

Are the Stars trading Jason Robertson? What do Cap...
The first round is Friday. Our reporters pass along the latest intel they're hearing from around the league.

ESPN NHL
Jun 25, 2026

Draft big board: Ranking the top prospects availab...
The first round begins Friday. Which players will hear their names called? Here's our final updated rankings list.

ESPN NHL
Jun 25, 2026

NHL mock draft: Final predictions on the 2026 firs...
Though the top two picks appear to be locked in, what happens after that? Here's the final projection before Friday's first round.

ESPN NHL
Jun 24, 2026

Byram: Been preparing for opportunity like this
Bowen Byram is stepping in as the Blackhawks' No. 1 defenseman after he was acquired in a trade with the Sabres on Tuesday night.

ESPN NHL
Jun 24, 2026

What do Caps' additions mean for Ovechkin? And who...
The first round is Friday. Our reporters pass along the latest intel they're hearing from around the league.

ESPN NHL
Jun 24, 2026

Sources: Caps get Sabres' Tuch, add 8-year deal
Veteran forward Alex Tuch is getting an eight-year extension averaging $10.5 million a year from the Capitals after a trade with the Sabres, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NHL
Jun 24, 2026

2026 NHL draft big board: Ranking the top prospect...
The first round begins Friday. Which players will hear their names called? Here's our final updated rankings list.

ESPN NHL
Jun 24, 2026

Every team's biggest prospect pipeline need -- and...
Each club is in a different place in its contention cycle. These are the positions each should target in the draft.

ESPN NHL
Jun 24, 2026

Final 2026 NHL draft big board: McKenna, Stenberg ...
The first round begins Friday. Which players will hear their names called? Here's our final updated rankings list.

ESPN NHL
Jun 23, 2026

Blackhawks acquire Byram in trade with Sabres
The Blackhawks acquired defenseman Bowen Byram and forward Jordan Greenway in a trade with the Sabres on Tuesday, in exchange for the Nos. 4 and 45 picks in Friday's NHL draft, along with defenseman Louis Crevier.

ESPN NHL
Jun 23, 2026

Babcock returns to NHL coaching to lead Oilers
Mike Babcock, who last coached the Maple Leafs before being fired in 2019, was officially named the next head coach of the Oilers on Tuesday.

ESPN NHL
Jun 23, 2026

Bettman: 'Level of decorum' expected of Babcock
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said that although there was no basis for keeping the Oilers from hiring Mike Babcock, the veteran coach is expected to uphold a "certain level of decorum."

ESPN NHL
Jun 23, 2026

Caps acquire veteran Kyrou in trade with Blues
The Capitals acquired veteran winger Jordan Kyrou from the Blues in exchange for Connor McMichael, Milton Gastrin and the No. 16 pick in Friday's NHL draft.

ESPN NHL
Jun 23, 2026

Olympian Maltais joins PWHL champion Victoire
The Walter Cup champion Montreal Victoire have signed Emma Maltais to a two-year contract on Tuesday in adding another Canadian Olympian to their lineup.

ESPN NHL
Jun 23, 2026

Senators land Eklund from Sharks for No. 9 pick
The Senators acquired left winger William Eklund, prospect Kasper Halttunen and the rights to prospect Brandon Svoboda from the Sharks for the No. 9 pick in this week's NHL Draft.

ESPN NHL
Jun 23, 2026

Devils deal rights to Nemec, Tsyplakov to Flames
The Devils have traded the rights to pending restricted free agent defenseman Simon Nemec and winger Maxim Tsyplakov to the Flames in return for a pair of first-round draft choices, a second round pick and prospect Etienne Morin.

ESPN NHL
Jun 23, 2026

NHL trade grades: Report cards for Devils, Flames ...
The summer trade season is heating up! Find grades for each GM involved in all the big swaps here.

ESPN NHL
Jun 23, 2026

Islanders hire Cup winner Dupuis for front office
Former Stanley Cup winner Pascal Dupuis has been hired as the Islanders' director of player development, the team announced Tuesday.

ESPN NHL
Jun 23, 2026

Sources: NHL eyes Austin, Houston for expansion
The NHL is looking to start the expansion process in Texas, with Austin and Houston as potential targets, sources told ESPN on Tuesday.

ESPN NHL
Jun 23, 2026

Brady Tkachuk: Trade 'wasn't about' Matthew
Brady Tkachuk claimed that playing with his brother Matthew wasn't the primary reason he wanted to leave the Ottawa Senators to join the Florida Panthers.

ESPN NHL
Jun 23, 2026

Who makes the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2027? Ranking...
With the 2026 class just announced, let's look ahead to next year.

ESPN NHL
Jun 23, 2026

Let's make a deal: Projecting six summer trades
Here are a handful of logical swaps that should be made.

ESPN NHL
Jun 23, 2026

Ex-Wings, Leafs coach Babcock to lead Oilers
Mike Babcock, who last coached the Maple Leafs before being fired in 2019, was officially named the next head coach of the Oilers on Tuesday.

ESPN NHL
Jun 23, 2026

Latest rumblings on NHL trades, signings, picks du...
The first round is Friday. Our reporters pass along the latest intel they're hearing from around the league.

ESPN NHL
Jun 23, 2026

Who gets traded next? An offer sheet for Robertson...
The first round is Friday. Our reporters pass along the latest intel they're hearing from around the league.

ESPN NHL
Jun 22, 2026

Week after Cup, Brind'Amour not in '26 HOF class
Carolina Hurricanes coach Rod Brind'Amour, 55, who led his club to the Stanley Cup title last week after captaining it to a championship in 2006 as a player, was passed over by the Hockey Hall of Fame Monday and is not a part of the six-person 2026 class.

ESPN NHL
Jun 22, 2026

Golden Knights owner launching NBA Vegas bid
Golden Knights founder and majority owner Bill Foley announced Monday that he is launching a bid to bring an NBA franchise to Las Vegas.

ESPN NHL
Jun 22, 2026

Keith Tkachuk makes HOF day after son's trade
Less than 24 hours after his sons became teammates when Brady was dealt from Ottawa to Florida, joining brother Matthew, Keith Tkachuk was elected into the Hall of Fame Monday after waiting for more than a decade and a half since his playing career ended.

ESPN NHL
Jun 22, 2026

Oilers sign D-man Murphy to 5-year, $20.5M deal
The Oilers have signed defenseman Connor Murphy to a 5-year, $20.5 million contract.

ESPN NHL
Jun 22, 2026

Mammoth staff add Tourigny, Forsythe, and Foote
The Utah Mammoth have signed coach André Tourigny and assistant Blaine Forsythe to new multiyear contracts.

ESPN NHL
Jun 22, 2026

Five storylines already dominating the 2026 NHL of...
Here's what is being discussed around the league in the days since the Hurricanes won the Stanley Cup.

ESPN NHL
Jun 22, 2026

PWHL adds first investors to sustain rapid growth
The PWHL announced Monday it has added Detroit-based Ilitch Companies and Toronto-based Kilmer Sports Ventures as its first two investors.

ESPN NHL
Jun 21, 2026

NHL trade grades: Who comes out ahead in Brady Tka...
The summer trade season is heating up! Find grades for each GM involved in all the big swaps here.

ESPN NHL
Jun 21, 2026

Sources: B. Tkachuk to Panthers, joins brother
Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk was dealt to the Florida Panthers for a host of draft picks Sunday, pairing the rugged left wing with his brother, Matthew, on a two-time Stanley Cup championship team that missed the playoffs this past season.

ESPN NHL
Jun 21, 2026

McMann to stay with Kraken on six-year deal
Forward Bobby McMann will remain with the Kraken after agreeing to terms on a six-year deal Sunday, the team announced.

ESPN NHL
Jun 21, 2026

Sources: B. Tkachuk to Panthers, will join brother...
Brady Tkachuk, captain of the Ottawa Senators, was dealt to the Florida Panthers, sources said Sunday, for a host of draft picks, allowing the wing to join his brother, Matthew, on a two-time Stanley Cup champion team that missed the playoffs this year.

ESPN NHL
Jun 21, 2026

Kraken pick up RFA Samoskevich in Panthers deal
The Kraken have acquired 23-year-old forward Mackie Samoskevich in a trade with the Panthers that will send the No. 25 pick in Friday's NHL draft back to Florida.

ESPN NHL
Jun 21, 2026

Oilers re-sign Dickinson to 5-year, $20M contract
The Edmonton Oilers re-signed Jason Dickinson to a five-year contract worth $20 million on Sunday, preventing the defensive-minded center from testing the free agent market.

ESPN NHL
Jun 20, 2026

Canes fans jam Raleigh for Stanley Cup parade
Thousands of Hurricanes fans crammed onto sidewalks, gathered around office building windows, even lined up on floor after floor of at least one parking deck to cheer and wave at the team's Stanley Cup championship parade Saturday.

ESPN NHL
Jun 20, 2026

Could box breaking be considered gambling or a lot...
A long-standing practice in the collectibles industry is under the microscope.

ESPN NHL
Jun 19, 2026

Toews, Stanley Cup and Olympic champ, retires
Jonathan Toews, a three-time Stanley Cup champion with the Blackhawks and two-time Olympic gold medalist with Canada, has announced his retirement.

ESPN NHL
Jun 19, 2026

Baseball under the lights ... sort of: Alaska's un...
The Midnight Sun Game in Fairbanks, Alaska, begins at 10 p.m. during the summer solstice and has been played for over 100 years.

ESPN NHL
Jun 19, 2026

NHL trade grades: Is Raddysh worth the risk for th...
The summer trade season is heating up! Find grades for each GM involved in all the big swaps here.

ESPN NHL
Jun 19, 2026

Source: Leafs to acquire Raddysh from Lightning
The Toronto Maple Leafs have acquired Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Darren Raddysh in a sign-and-trade deal, taking one of the top offensive defensemen off the upcoming NHL free agent market.

ESPN NHL
Jun 19, 2026

Let's make a deal: Projecting six NHL summer trade...
The draft (June 26-27) and free agency (July 1) are quickly approaching. Here are a handful of logical swaps that should be made.

ESPN NHL
Jun 18, 2026

Bellemare says he's retiring from hockey at 41
Pierre-Edouard Bellemare announced on social media that he was retiring from hockey, putting an end to a career that included reaching the top league in the world at age 29 and making his Olympic debut weeks before turning 41.

ESPN NHL
Jun 18, 2026

Bruins to retire Bergeron's No. 37 next season
The Boston Bruins said Thursday they are retiring Patrice Bergeron's No. 37 as part of a ceremony next season.

ESPN NHL
Jun 18, 2026

Ducks target 5-6 months for Terry (hip) return
Ducks forward Troy Terry is expected to miss five to six months after having surgery to repair a hip impingement and labral tear.

ESPN NHL
Jun 18, 2026

NHL clears Babcock to coach amid Oilers' interest
Following an investigation into his brief tenure with the Blue Jackets in 2023, the NHL has cleared Mike Babcock to coach again amid the Oilers' interest in hiring him.

ESPN NHL
Jun 18, 2026

Capitals ink coach Carbery to multiyear extension
The Washington Capitals have signed head coach Spencer Carbery to a multiyear contract extension, the team announced Thursday.

ESPN NHL
Jun 18, 2026

Are the Golden Knights actually evil? We asked the...
They're one of the league's most successful franchises -- and one that topped a recent fan poll as "No. 1 villain."

ESPN NHL
Jun 18, 2026

2026 draft order: Picks 1-224 including all 32 tea...
Here's a list of the top picks in the NHL draft, which will take place in Buffalo on June 26 and 27.

ESPN NHL
Jun 18, 2026

Every NHL team's biggest prospect pipeline need --...
Each club is in a different place in its contention cycle, but these are the positions each should target in the draft.

ESPN NHL
Jun 17, 2026

The jock, the nerd and the Stanley Cup championshi...
Coach Rod Brind'Amour and GM Eric Tulsky blended the perfect recipe, creating a team that won its first Cup in 20 years -- and will be back for more.

ESPN NHL
Jun 17, 2026

Sabres send Kesselring to Sharks, land 20th pick
The Sharks, who hold the No. 2 pick in next week's NHL draft, sent the No. 20 pick to the Sabres for defenseman Michael Kesselring and the No. 27 pick.

ESPN NHL
Jun 17, 2026

?? Way-too-early 2026-27 NHL Power Rankings
Here's how the teams stack up looking ahead to next fall -- and what to watch this offseason.

ESPN NHL
Jun 17, 2026

Goldeneyes draft Harvey first in PWHL entry draft
Caroline Harvey -- the standout NCAA defenseman and 2026 Olympic gold medalist -- was selected first overall by the Vancouver Goldeneyes in the Professional Women's Hockey League entry draft Wednesday.

ESPN NHL
Jun 17, 2026

Predators hire Langenbrunner as GM assistant
The Nashville Predators hired Jamie Langenbrunner as a special assistant to new general manager Chris MacFarland.

ESPN NHL
Jun 17, 2026

Knights promote Craig from AHL to be new coach
The Golden Knights promoted Ryan Craig, who coached their AHL affiliate, to lead their NHL team Wednesday after moving on from John Tortorella a day earlier.

ESPN NHL
Jun 17, 2026

Maple Leafs hire Hiller amid front office overhaul...
The Maple Leafs have hired Jim Hiller as their new head coach. He had a 93-58-24 record over parts of three seasons as the coach of the Kings.

ESPN NHL
Jun 17, 2026

2026 PWHL draft: Top prospects and what you need to know
The draft is Wednesday, June 17. Here's a rundown of what to expect.

ESPN NHL
Jun 16, 2026

'Hockey Night in Canada' won't return to CBC
"Hockey Night in Canada," a program featuring NHL games that has been part of the national fabric for nearly 75 years on CBC television, will not return to the public broadcaster next season, as a sublicensing agreement expired at the end of the playoffs.

ESPN NHL
Jun 16, 2026

NHL says '26 playoffs most-watched on record
The NHL said Tuesday the Stanley Cup playoffs this spring were the most-watched on record in the U.S. with an average of 1.8 million viewers.

ESPN NHL
Jun 16, 2026

Avs deal Colton to Predators, free up cap space
Chris MacFarland's first trade as Nashville Predators GM came with his former team, the Colorado Avalanche, in a deal on Tuesday that saw his new club acquire forward Ross Colton in exchange for two third-round picks and goaltender prospect Magnus Chrona.

ESPN NHL
Jun 16, 2026

Vegas' Marner reflects on 'dark' days in Toronto
Vegas star Mitch Marner reflected on the struggles he had with mental health in Toronto, saying he had some "dark moments" in his nine seasons with the team.

ESPN NHL
Jun 16, 2026

Tortorella not returning as Golden Knights' coach
John Tortorella, who was hired with eight games left in the regular season and guided the Golden Knights to the Stanley Cup Final, will not return as coach next season.

ESPN NHL
Jun 16, 2026

Ex-NHL player Kyle Calder, 47, dies after illness
Former NHL player Kyle Calder died Monday after a brief illness, his daughter announced. He was 47.

ESPN NHL
Jun 16, 2026

Flyers acquire Woll, Benoit from Maple Leafs
The Philadelphia Flyers acquired goaltender Joseph Woll and defenseman Simon Benoit in a trade with the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday.

ESPN NHL
Jun 15, 2026

Weiss named 1st coach of PWHL's Las Vegas club
The PWHL's Las Vegas expansion team has named Kim Weiss its new head coach. Weiss has spent the past two seasons as an assistant in the AHL.

ESPN NHL
Jun 15, 2026

Report: NHL to review Babcock's CBJ resignation
The NHL is beginning an investigation into Mike Babcock's resignation as coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets in September 2023 before he coached a game for them, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on Monday.

ESPN NHL
Jun 15, 2026

2026 NHL draft order: Picks 1-224 including all 32...
Here's a list of the top picks in the event taking place in Buffalo on June 26 and 27.

ESPN NHL
Jun 15, 2026

Stanley Cup odds: Canes, Avs top 2027 favorites, r...
The Carolina Hurricanes, Colorado Avalanche and Vegas Golden Knights are favorites to win the 2027 Stanley Cup.

ESPN NHL
Jun 15, 2026

Canes favored among crowded pack for '27 title
The Hurricanes are a leading 700 to win the Stanley Cup for the 2026-27 season, followed by the Avalanche ( 800) and Golden Knights ( 850). The Oilers (11-1), Panthers (11-1) and Lightning (12-1) make up the next tier of contenders.

ESPN NHL
Jun 15, 2026

The jock, the nerd and the Stanley Cup championship
Coach Rod Brind'Amour and GM Eric Tulsky blended the perfect recipe, creating a team that won its first Cup in 20 years -- and will be back for more.

ESPN NHL
Jun 15, 2026

Tortorella leaves door open for return to Vegas
Coach John Tortorella said he had yet to consider his future with the Golden Knights after their loss Sunday night to the Hurricanes in the Stanley Cup Final.

ESPN NHL
Jun 15, 2026

Andersen, Bussi laud one another after raising Cup...
Carolina goaltender Frederik Andersen, 36, who began the series in the starter's net before Brandon Bussi took over, was the second of the Hurricanes to raise the Stanley Cup on Sunday night after the franchise secured its second title with a Game 6 win.

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