Columbus Blue Jackets forward, Patrik Laine, has been given the green light to return to the ice after completing his time in the NHL/NHLPA Players Assistance Program. This news comes after Laine had been sidelined due to a setback in his recovery from a broken clavicle, which he suffered during a game against the Toronto
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The Wells Fargo Center, home to the Philadelphia Flyers and the 76ers, will soon undergo a name change as banking giant Wells Fargo has decided not to renew its naming rights deal with the arena. The arena, which has hosted a wide range of events including NHL and NBA games, major entertainment acts, political conventions,
The Edmonton Oilers made a controversial decision by hiring Stan Bowman as their new general manager and executive vice president of hockey operations. This move marks the first time a former Chicago Blackhawks executive has been rehired by an NHL team since the infamous sexual assault case involving the team came to light in recent
The Columbus Blue Jackets recently made headlines by announcing the appointment of Dean Evason as their new head coach. At 59 years old, Evason brings with him a wealth of experience to the team. This marks Columbus’ third coach in as many seasons, with the sudden departure of Mike Babcock last September. Dean Evason’s extensive
The Vancouver Canucks made waves in the NHL community by signing forward Daniel Sprong to a one-year contract. Sprong, who previously played for the Detroit Red Wings, had an impressive season with 18 goals and 43 points. His offensive capabilities have caught the attention of the Canucks, who hope he will bring depth and balanced
The Carolina Hurricanes made a bold move by placing Evgeny Kuznetsov on unconditional waivers with the intention of terminating his NHL contract. Kuznetsov, who was owed $6 million of his $8 million salary in the final season of his $64.2 million, seven-year deal signed in 2017, found himself at the center of this decision. General
Steven Stamkos recently bid an emotional farewell to the Tampa Bay community after signing with the Nashville Predators. In his heartfelt article for The Players’ Tribune, Stamkos recounted his journey from being the No. 1 draft pick to becoming a two-time Stanley Cup champion with the Lightning. The 34-year-old hockey star expressed his gratitude towards
The Dallas Stars recently made a groundbreaking decision to shift their game broadcasts to a streaming platform. This move came after the team ended their partnership with Diamond Sports Group, the owners of the Bally Sports networks. Instead, the Stars signed a seven-year deal with A Parent Media Co. Inc. to launch their own streaming
In a recent announcement, the Washington Capitals have appointed Chris Patrick as their new general manager, marking a significant change in leadership within the organization. Chris Patrick, 48, has a long history with the Capitals, having worked in various roles since 2009. Most recently, he served as the assistant GM under Brian MacLellan for the
Macklin Celebrini, the No. 1 pick of the San Jose Sharks, has recently signed his entry-level contract with the team. At just 18 years old, Celebrini has shown great potential both on and off the ice, making him a valuable asset to the Sharks. With a combination of skill, hockey sense, and intelligence, Celebrini is
The Carolina Hurricanes have recently made a significant acquisition by signing forward Jack Roslovic to a one-year, $2.8 million contract. This move was announced by the team’s general manager, Eric Tulsky, on Thursday. Roslovic, who is 27 years old, comes to the Hurricanes after a stint with both the Blue Jackets and the Rangers during
The Seattle Kraken recently made history by hiring Jessica Campbell as an assistant coach, marking the first time a woman has filled this role in the NHL. Campbell’s groundbreaking appointment comes on the heels of her previous history-making job as an assistant coach for the Kraken’s AHL affiliate, the Coachella Valley Firebirds. During her time
The Buffalo Sabres, a team that has unfortunately missed the playoffs for 13 consecutive years, recently bought out Jeff Skinner. Skinner then signed a one-year contract with the Edmonton Oilers, a team that was just one win away from claiming the Stanley Cup. This move signifies a shift for Skinner from a struggling team to
Patrick Kane, 35, has made the decision to sign a one-year deal with the Detroit Red Wings as NHL free agency kicks off. This move comes after a successful season with the team, where he scored 20 goals and 47 points in just 50 games following hip resurfacing surgery in November. His return to form
The recent news in the NHL regarding the four players involved in the sexual assault case has sent shockwaves through the hockey world. Despite being on paid leave from their respective teams, Carter Hart, Michael McLeod, Cal Foote, and Dillon Dube were not offered contracts on Sunday. This major development raises questions about the future
After a mere two years of being the Edmonton Oilers’ prized free agent signing, goaltender Jack Campbell found himself on the receiving end of a harsh reality. The Oilers made the decision to place Campbell on unconditional waivers with the intention of buying out his contract. This move came as a surprise to many, considering
The NHL draft on Day 2 kicked off with a surprising move as the Tampa Bay Lightning traded defenseman Mikhail Sergachev to the Utah Hockey Club. This move came after a relatively quiet first day of the draft. Sergachev, who is 26 years old, was traded to the Utah team in exchange for restricted free
Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon had an outstanding season, culminating in him winning both the Hart Memorial Trophy and the Ted Lindsay Award at Thursday’s NHL awards show. MacKinnon finished the season with a career-high 140 points, solidifying his place as the league’s Most Valuable Player. His performance, which included a 35-game point streak at