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Oilers' McDavid breaks Gretzky's record for most assists in a single NHL postseason
McDavid assisted on goals by Darnell Nurse, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Dylan Holloway to reach 32 this playoffs, keying the Edmonton Oilers' 8-1 rout of the Florida Panthers that kept them from being eliminated in a sweep.
Hurricanes reach 3-year, $9 million deal with defenseman Jalen Chatfield
The team announced the deal Friday, with interim general manager Eric Tulsky pointing to Chatfield's speed and work ethic making him “an integral part” of the blue-liners.
Utah Hockey Club will be the name of the NHL team in Salt Lake City for its inaugural season
Utah Hockey Club will be the name of the NHL team playing its games in Salt Lake City beginning this fall, with a long-term identity still to come.
Fellow players in awe of Kucherov’s relentlessness
A finalist for the 2023-24 Ted Lindsay Award, Nikita Kucherov’s dedication has earned praise from former Tampa Bay Lightning teammates Luke Schenn and Ross Colton.
Rangers re-sign winger Kaapo Kakko to a $2.4 million contract for next season
He was a pending restricted free agent, and $2.4 million is the same amount as the qualifying offer New York would have needed to sign him for to retain his rights.
Blues name Alexander Steen as GM in waiting with plan to succeed Doug Armstrong in 2026
Steen was named special assistant to GM Doug Armstrong, with the intent of taking over for him in 2026. The move also came with Armstrong getting a three-year extension as president of hockey operations through 2029.
The Stanley Cup Final in American Sign Language is a welcome addition for Deaf community
The NHL became the first major sports league to offer play by play and analysis in ASL during a live broadcast last week when Florida hosted Edmonton in the Cup Final...
NHLPA members break the ice in support of 9-8-8
Joseph Woll and Ryan Strome joined Dr. Jay Harrison and Papa Roach frontman, Jacoby Shaddix, for the Breaking the Ice panel during Canadian Music Week in support of 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline.
John Hynes named assistant coach for 4 Nations Face-Off
John Hynes has been named an assistant coach for the 4 Nations Face-Off in 2025.
Stars' Jim Nill selected NHL's GM of the year
GM of the year is the only award voted on during the playoffs, with the first two rounds considered.
Montreal and Boston to host 4 Nations Face-Off in 2025
Broadcast schedule and event logo unveiled.
Morrissey redefines dishing out with new food venture
Teaming up with restaurateur Bobby Mottola, Winnipeg Jets defenceman Josh Morrissey has expanded his skillset to the culinary world.
All-access NHL show is coming from the makers of 'Formula 1: Drive to Survive'
After getting players to buy into the project with Box to Box Films, the league is hoping for the same kind of popularity boost F1 got by bringing in a whole new set of fans who were previously unfamiliar with the sport.
Kunins come together to celebrate Walter Cup championship
Busy schedules aligned for Sophia and Luke Kunin as the San Jose Sharks forward made the trip to Boston to support his wife on her Walter Cup victory with PWHL Minnesota.
Dostal, Kampf share emotional home ice victory for Czechia at worlds
Czechia became the fifth nation to win gold on home ice at the 2024 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship.
NHL, NHLPA and 32 clubs unite in celebration of Pride
Nearly 100 LGBTQ+ organizations supported and more than $75,000 invested.
First Line bringing important dialogue to NHL locker rooms
Strengthening mental health knowledge and player-to-player support, First Line is a program delivered by NHLPA consulting psychologist and former NHL player, Dr. Jay Harrison.
Veteran Tanev and emerging star Johnston share same Stanley Cup dream
Dallas Stars teammates Wyatt Johnston and Chris Tanev are at different points in their respective NHL careers, but the two continue to have the same goal in mind.
McDonagh’s offseason commences with earning university degree
Ryan McDonagh earns his degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and hopes to see some of his NHL peers follow his lead.
Stanley Cup playoffs averaging record 1.16 million viewers in the U.S. through first 2 rounds
The conference semifinals, where all four series went at least six games, averaged 1.55 million, a 12% jump.