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Patrick Roy Emerges as Top Contender in Maple Leafs Coaching Search
Patrick Roy emerges as frontrunner for Maple Leafs head coach following a standout interview in a search that began with 16 Zoom calls.
Marcus Foligno earns 2025-26 King Clancy Trophy for family-rooted leadership
Marcus Foligno receives the 2025-26 King Clancy Trophy from brother Nick during a cancer center visit, recognizing five years as alternate captain and breast cancer foundation work.
Olen Zellweger Emerges as Prime Ducks Trade Target
Zellweger scratched late and in playoffs; Ducks face cap choices among three left-shot defensemen.
Canadiens Face Exponential Expectations in 2026 Offseason
After a conference final appearance, the Montreal Canadiens confront sharply higher expectations that point to a needed top-six center addition this summer.
Vegas Eyes 2-0 Stanley Cup Final Lead on Historical Strength
Vegas can leverage the 50-5 record of 2-0 Final leads when hosting Game 2 on June 4.
MacFarland's Six-Year Deal Reshapes Predators, Returns Sakic to Avalanche GM Role
MacFarland inks six-year Predators deal; Sakic resumes Avalanche GM duties through free agency.
News
Breaking NHL stories: trades, injuries, signings, and major events.
Kings Coaching Search Narrows to Smith and Woodcroft
Friedman reports the Kings coaching search is down to two candidates: interim D.J. Smith and Jay Woodcroft.
Patrick Roy Emerges as Top Contender in Maple Leafs Coaching Search
Patrick Roy emerges as frontrunner for Maple Leafs head coach following a standout interview in a search that began with 16 Zoom calls.
Marcus Foligno earns 2025-26 King Clancy Trophy for family-rooted leadership
Marcus Foligno receives the 2025-26 King Clancy Trophy from brother Nick during a cancer center visit, recognizing five years as alternate captain and breast cancer foundation work.
Olen Zellweger Emerges as Prime Ducks Trade Target
Zellweger scratched late and in playoffs; Ducks face cap choices among three left-shot defensemen.
Vegas Stages Historic Comeback in Stanley Cup Final Game 1
Vegas rallies from two-goal deficit for historic 5-4 Game 1 victory over Carolina in 2026 Stanley Cup Final.
2027 NHL All-Star Game returns to UBS Arena with international twist
NHL and NHLPA confirm 2027 All-Star Game at UBS Arena with new five-team international 3-on-3 tournament and revamped young stars skills competition.
Analysis
Tactical breakdowns, trends, and deep dives into team performances.
2026 NHL Draft Combine Buffalo Schedule Adds Lower-Body Tests
Buffalo hosts the 2026 NHL Draft Combine with new lower-body tests on the schedule for top prospects.
Mike Bossy: The Islanders’ Defining Finisher of the 1980s Dynasty
Mike Bossy’s finishing anchored the Islanders’ four straight Cups and set an unmatched efficiency benchmark.
Canadiens Face Exponential Expectations in 2026 Offseason
After a conference final appearance, the Montreal Canadiens confront sharply higher expectations that point to a needed top-six center addition this summer.
Vegas Eyes 2-0 Stanley Cup Final Lead on Historical Strength
Vegas can leverage the 50-5 record of 2-0 Final leads when hosting Game 2 on June 4.
MacFarland's Six-Year Deal Reshapes Predators, Returns Sakic to Avalanche GM Role
MacFarland inks six-year Predators deal; Sakic resumes Avalanche GM duties through free agency.
Penguins eye Simon Nemec in 2026 RFA defenseman sweepstakes
Analysis of Pittsburgh Penguins interest in Simon Nemec and other RFA defensemen for 2026.
Statistics
Advanced metrics, visual data, and analytics to understand performance.
NHL playoff TV ratings thrive without Rangers, Leafs and other big-market teams in round 1
NHL playoff TV ratings surged 141% in round 1 without big-market teams like Rangers and Leafs, thanks to fresh matchups and competitive parity.
NHL Power Rankings: Playoff Points Leaders for Every Team
ESPN NHL power rankings update with each team's all-time playoff points leader as playoffs near.
2026 NHL Metro Division Standings
Carolina clings to a slim lead in the tight Metro Division playoff race, with crucial Sunday matchups against Pittsburgh and Columbus vs. Islanders.
NHL Playoff Standings After the 2025-26 Trade Deadline
Trade deadline frenzy reshapes NHL playoffs: Sabres surge in Atlantic, Ducks top Pacific, intense wild-card battles with 20 games left.
Team USA's Olympic gold medal hockey win averages 26 million viewers
Jack Hughes' overtime goal clinched Team USA's first men's hockey gold since 1980, averaging 26 million peak viewers in a record-breaking morning broadcast.
Ranking the top 50 players in the Olympic hockey tournament
Data-driven ranking of the top 50 NHL players for Olympic hockey, powered by adjusted GAR metric, with Canada claiming the top spots.
Draft & Prospects
Prospect tracking, mock drafts, profiles, and development projections.
Blues Eye Bold Move Up in 2026 NHL Draft
Blues target aggressive draft climb using dual first-round picks.
Viggo Bjorck: The 2026 Draft's Undersized Center With Elite IQ
Portrait of 2026 draft prospect Viggo Bjorck and why his IQ may overcome size concerns.
Rangers and Flames Eye Moves Up 2026 NHL Draft Board
Rangers and Flames explore trades to climb the 2026 NHL Draft board as San Jose and Chicago remain open on high selections.
Blues Eye Sharks No. 2 Pick to Fill Elite Prospect Gap
Blues explore trading up with 11th and 15th picks for Sharks' No. 2 overall selection.
Bryce Pickford rises as standout 2026 NHL prospect
Bryce Pickford's remarkable rise from undrafted player to Montreal Canadiens prospect, highlighted by his record-setting season and leadership with the Medicine Hat Tigers.
Could the Maple Leafs trade down to no. 3 in the 2026 NHL draft?
Toronto's unexpected No. 1 pick fuels trade talks to Vancouver's No. 3 spot, balancing assets, prospects like Caleb Malhotra, and keeping Auston Matthews happy.
Teams
Team-by-team focus: strengths, weaknesses, and season outlook.
Canadiens Set Aggressive Offseason Targets After Conference Final Run
Montreal Canadiens set sights on Demidov long-term deal and roster upgrades this offseason.
Toronto Maple Leafs and Minnesota Wild Face Busy 2026 Offseason
The 2026 NHL offseason presents pivotal moments for the Toronto Maple Leafs and Minnesota Wild with coaching vacancies and roster retooling.
NHL 2025-2026 Season: Expansion, Olympic Return, and Historic Events
Discover the highlights of the 2025-2026 NHL season: the arrival of the Utah Mammoth, return to the Olympics, and outdoor events in Florida.
Utah Mammoth: Analyzing Their Inaugural NHL Season and Early Impact
A comprehensive analysis of the Utah Mammoth's first season in the NHL, examining their performance, challenges, and impact on the league's expansion landscape.
Winnipeg Jets: The Impact of Jonathan Toews' Return and Team Transformation
An analysis of how Jonathan Toews' return to the Winnipeg Jets has transformed the team's performance and outlook for the 2025-2026 season.
Multimedia
Videos, podcasts, quick recaps, and shareable highlights.
Emotions to run high on Capitals-Rangers Inside Out Classic
The Capitals-Rangers rivalry intensifies with Pixar's Inside Out emotions in a groundbreaking animated NHL broadcast on ESPN.
Top scenes from the 2026 Stadium Series at Raymond James Stadium
Dive into the pregame excitement, unique pirate-themed rink, fan zones, and team previews for the NHL's southernmost Stadium Series at Raymond James Stadium.
Anaheim Ducks x Ryoko Rain Capsule Collection: A Fashion-Forward Moment for NHL Merch
Ducks team up with Ryoko Rain for a luxury streetwear capsule collection featuring bold outerwear, accessories, and the Duck-foot clog, launching November 22.
NHL 2025-2026: Top Highlights and Memorable Moments from Early Season
A compilation of the most memorable highlights and moments from the early 2025-2026 NHL season, featuring incredible goals, saves, and plays that have defined the season so far.
NHL 2025-2026: Podcast Analysis and Media Trends Shaping Hockey Coverage
An analysis of the evolving landscape of NHL podcast coverage and media trends in the 2025-2026 season, examining how digital media is transforming hockey analysis and fan engagement.
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