Jets' Haydn Fleury stretchered off after crashing into boards in collision with Golden Knights' Keegan Kolesar; alert and hospitalized.
Jack Hughes scores on his first game back from injury, providing a bright moment in a 3-1 loss to the Sabres.
Dillon Dube signs an AHL professional tryout with the St. Louis Blues, beginning his path back toward the NHL after being acquitted in 2025.
Cal Foote signs an AHL contract with the Chicago Wolves, marking his return to professional hockey after acquittal in 2025.
Carter Hart returns to the NHL with the Vegas Golden Knights after an acquittal, marking an emotional and controversial comeback.
Overview of Rule 9.6 mandating helmet use during pre-game warmups for players who entered the NHL in 2019-2020 and later, plus its cultural and safety implications.