Recent News

Vancouver Canucks sign stars Pettersson, Hughes to multi-year contracts

By: Canadian Press

With the deals finally signed, Hughes and Pettersson have finally rejoined the team in Vancouver.

October 3, 2021

Healthy Nico Hischier excited to lead the way with Devils

By: Chris Lomon

Taking neither his captaincy nor health for granted, Nico Hischier is raring to go for a fresh season with the New Jersey Devils.

October 1, 2021

Schedules announced for Olympic hockey tournaments

By: Canadian Press

The International Ice Hockey Federation announced schedules at its semi-annual congress in St. Petersburg, Russia.

September 29, 2021

NHLPA, NHL announce transition rules, critical dates for 2021-22 season

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

Transition rules and critical dates for the 2021-22 NHL season have been released.

September 29, 2021

Sens acquire forward Zach Sanford from Blues for forward Brown and conditional pick

By: Canadian Press

Sanford had 16 points (10 goals, six assists) in 52 games for the Blues last season.

September 25, 2021

NHL players in Canada eager to see fans return: 'We missed them so much'

By: Canadian Press

Canadian NHL teams are set for fans to return this season as the league resumes an 82-game schedule and its regular division setup.

September 24, 2021

Cam Atkinson playing second fiddle to Grandma Marge in Philly

By: Chris Lomon

Cam Atkinson is already feeling embraced by his new club ahead of his first season in Philadelphia – though maybe not as much as his Grandma Marge!

September 24, 2021

NHL finds no evidence Evander Kane gambled on games

By: Canadian Press

The NHL found no evidence that San Jose Sharks forward Evander Kane bet on NHL games or tried to throw games after investigating allegations made by his estranged wife.

September 22, 2021

Wild sign star wing Kirill Kaprizov to 5-year, $45M contract

By: Canadian Press

The 24-year-old Kaprizov topped the Wild and all NHL rookies with 27 goals in 55 games last season.

September 21, 2021

Travis Zajac signs one-day deal to retire a New Jersey Devil

By: Canadian Press

The 36-year-old Zajac plans to remain with the Devils in a player development and consulting role.

September 20, 2021

Zdeno Chara, 44, returning to Islanders on 1-year contract

By: Canadian Press

The big Slovak defenseman will chase the Stanley Cup at least one more time just over a decade since hoisting it as Boston’s captain.

September 18, 2021

Edmonton Oilers re-sign forward Kailer Yamamoto to one-year contract

By: Canadian Press

Yamamoto compiled eight goals, 13 assists and 26 penalty minutes over 52 games for Edmonton last season.

September 18, 2021

Carrick sleepless in Seattle along exciting new chapter

By: Chris Lomon

It's safe to say Connor Carrick is on a few exciting new journeys right now.

September 17, 2021

Former Ottawa Senators centre Zack Smith retiring from NHL

By: Canadian Press

The Ottawa Senators confirmed the 33-year-old centre is hanging up his skates on the team's social media channels.

September 17, 2021

2022 Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic™ to feature Toronto Maple Leafs against Buffalo Sabres at Tim Hortons Field

By: NHL media release

Puck drop on the 2022 Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic™ is set for March 13, 2022 in Hamilton, Ont.

September 16, 2021

NHL and NHLPA celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

By: NHL/NHLPA Media Release

As part of their Hockey Is For Everyone initiative, the NHLPA and NHL will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15.

September 15, 2021

Kraft Hockeyville USA 2020 to feature Arizona Coyotes and Dallas Stars in NHL preseason matchup

By: NHLPA/NHL/Kraft media release

The NHL and NHLPA have announced El Paso, Texas, as the winner of Kraft Hockeyville™ USA 2020.

September 15, 2021

Olympic dreams are in reach for Oliver Bjorkstrand and Team Denmark

By: Chris Lomon

He's hoping for a good Olympic showing with Team Denmark in 2022, but for now Oliver Bjorkstrand is feeling ready for a fresh season with the Columbus Blue Jackets.

September 10, 2021

Penguins' Crosby out at least 6 weeks after wrist surgery

By: Canadian Press

The team announced Wednesday that the two-time Hart Trophy winner will be out at least six weeks after undergoing wrist surgery.

September 8, 2021

Calgary Flames sign RFA defenceman Connor Mackey, veteran forward Brad Richardson

By: Canadian Press

The Flames signed Connor Mackey to a two-year deal worth US$912,500, and veteran forward Brad Richardson to a one-year, $800,000 contract.

September 8, 2021