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Kiefer Sherwood Signs Five-Year, $28.75 Million Extension With Sharks
Forward Kiefer Sherwood has secured a five-year contract extension with the Sharks carrying a $5.75 million annual salary cap hit.
Dallas Stars Acquire Tyler Myers from Vancouver Canucks for Future Draft Picks
The Dallas Stars bolstered their blue line by acquiring veteran defenseman Tyler Myers from the Vancouver Canucks on Wednesday in exchange for two draft selections.
Sabres Reach Agreement to Acquire Colton Parayko from St. Louis Blues
The Buffalo Sabres have established a deal to acquire veteran defenseman Colton Parayko from the St. Louis Blues on Wednesday.
Nashville Predators Complete Cole Smith Trade to Vegas Golden Knights
The Nashville Predators have traded forward Cole Smith to the Vegas Golden Knights in exchange for defenseman Christoffer Sedoff and a 2028 third-round draft pick.
NHL Trade Deadline: Vincent Trocheck Rumors and Aggressive Sabres Tactics
With the NHL trade deadline set for Friday, the Buffalo Sabres are showing an aggressive stance while Vincent Trocheck remains a key name of interest.
Tage Thompson Scores 33rd Goal as Sabres Honor Olympic Gold Medalists
Tage Thompson celebrated his Olympic gold medal by scoring his 33rd goal of the season in a Tuesday night matchup against the Vegas Golden Knights.
Wild Acquire Michael McCarron from Predators for 2028 Second-Round Pick
The Minnesota Wild bolstered their roster on Tuesday by acquiring veteran center Michael McCarron from the Nashville Predators.
Strict Salary Cap Protocols Stifle Movement Ahead of Friday Trade Deadline
League officials and player representatives report that rigid financial constraints are hindering roster adjustments as the NHL trade deadline approaches.
NHL Trade Deadline: Bobrovsky and Trocheck Headline Six Potential Blockbuster Deals
Ahead of the 3 p.m. ET NHL trade deadline on Friday, analysts project major moves including Sergei Bobrovsky to Edmonton and Vincent Trocheck to Minnesota.
Rangers Captain J.T. Miller Placed on IR With Upper-Body Injury
The New York Rangers officially moved captain J.T. Miller to injured reserve on Tuesday following an upper-body injury sustained during recent play.
Toews and MacKinnon Power Colorado Avalanche to 4-2 Win Over Kings
Devon Toews broke a 2-2 deadlock with 4:55 remaining in regulation to lead the Colorado Avalanche past the Los Angeles Kings at Crypto.com Arena.
Detroit SportsNet Debuts as Exclusive Broadcast Home for Tigers and Red Wings
Ilitch Sports + Entertainment has officially launched Detroit SportsNet, a dedicated regional network for Tigers and Red Wings broadcasts via cable, satellite, and streaming.
Oilers Acquire Connor Murphy from Blackhawks for 2028 Second-Round Pick
The Edmonton Oilers have officially acquired veteran defenseman Connor Murphy from the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for a 2028 second-round draft selection.
Vincent Trocheck Trade Update: Rangers Center Submits 12-Team No-Trade List
New York Rangers center Vincent Trocheck has exercised his contractual right to submit a 12-team no-trade list, specifically targeting Western Conference franchises.
NHL Trade Tiers: Evaluating Big Names for Spring Playoff Runs
As playoff races restart across the league, specific NHL trade tiers identify which elite players could secure a Stanley Cup for contending rosters.
Four NHL Teams Facing Critical Friday Deadline for Blockbuster Trades
With the NHL trade deadline approaching, four specific franchises must navigate salary cap constraints and roster gaps to secure postseason success.
Mark Stone Injury Forces Early Exit as Penguins Shut Out Golden Knights 5-0
Golden Knights captain Mark Stone left Sunday's 5-0 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins following a neutral zone collision with defenseman Kris Letang.
Kings Fire Jim Hiller After Two Seasons; D.J. Smith Named Interim Coach
Los Angeles has relieved Jim Hiller of his coaching duties and appointed D.J. Smith as interim lead while sitting three points out of a wild-card spot.
Joel Quenneville 1,000 Wins: Gauthier Nets Winner in Ducks' 6-5 Rally Over Oilers
Joel Quenneville became the second NHL coach to reach 1,000 wins following the Anaheim Ducks' 6-5 comeback victory against the Edmonton Oilers.
Brady Tkachuk Denounces Doctored White House AI Video Content
Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk expressed significant frustration after a White House social media post utilized AI to manipulate his likeness.
Dallas Stars Forward Tyler Seguin Sidelined for Season and Playoffs with ACL Injury
A source confirmed to ESPN on Friday that Tyler Seguin will miss the rest of the regular season and the postseason after sustaining an ACL injury.
Zach Werenski Records 100th Multipoint Game in Blue Jackets' 4-3 OT Loss
Zach Werenski tallied two assists against the Islanders to reach 100 career multipoint games during a night honoring his Olympic gold medal.
Trump Names Gold Medalist Connor Hellebuyck for Presidential Medal of Freedom
During the State of the Union address, President Donald Trump announced that Olympic gold medalist and NHL goaltender Connor Hellebuyck will receive the nation's highest civilian honor.
Aleksander Barkov Targets Return Following Major Knee Ligament Surgery
Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov is nearing his season debut after undergoing surgery to repair two major knee ligaments sustained during training camp.