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Devils Hire Jessica Campbell and Bryan McCabe to Front Office Positions
Former Seattle Kraken assistant Jessica Campbell joins the New Jersey Devils as manager of player development.
Devils Sign Luke Evangelista to Five-Year Extension After Trade From Predators
New Jersey Devils general manager Sunny Mehta announced a five-year, $36.25 million contract extension for forward Luke Evangelista on Tuesday night.
Capitals Sign Justin Sourdif to Eight-Year Contract Extension
Forward Justin Sourdif signed an eight-year deal worth $6.35 million annually after recording 35 points in 78 games for Washington last season.
Hurricanes Captain Jordan Staal Signs One-Year Contract Extension
Postseason MVP Jordan Staal signed a one-year extension with the Carolina Hurricanes that includes a $4 million signing bonus.
Ducks Sign Cutter Gauthier to Six-Year, $13.5M AAV Extension
Cutter Gauthier signed a six-year contract with the Anaheim Ducks worth $13.5 million annually following a season where he led the team with 41 goals.
Capitals Confirm Alex Ovechkin Filmed Ad for Vladimir Putin's Political Party
The Washington Capitals confirmed Alex Ovechkin was asked to participate in a United Russia party advertisement while in Moscow this summer.
Wild Sign Head Coach John Hynes to Multiyear Contract Extension
The Minnesota Wild announced a multiyear extension for head coach John Hynes, whose new deal will take effect starting with the 2027-28 season.
Blackhawks Name Connor Bedard Second-Youngest Captain in Franchise History
Connor Bedard, 21, has been named captain of the Chicago Blackhawks, trailing only Jonathan Toews as the youngest player to receive the honor in team history.
Sabres Sign Noah Ostlund to Eight-Year, $52.8 Million Contract
Forward Noah Ostlund signed an eight-year, $52.8 million contract with the Buffalo Sabres on Monday after recording 11 goals in his rookie season.
Canadiens Sign Martin St. Louis to Multiyear Extension
Head coach Martin St. Louis has signed a multiyear extension with the Montreal Canadiens after leading the team to consecutive playoff berths.
German League Officials Criticize NHL Over Lack of Consultation for Upcoming Games
Managing director Gernot Tripcke stated that the NHL's upcoming games in Duesseldorf conflict with the schedules of 28 professional German clubs.
Chris Kreider Lands One-Year Contract With Montreal Canadiens
Chris Kreider has agreed to a one-year deal with the Montreal Canadiens carrying a $2.15 million average annual value after leaving the Anaheim Ducks.
Golden Knights Sign Captain Mark Stone to Two-Year, $18 Million Extension
Mark Stone signed a two-year extension with a $9 million annual value following a career-high 73-point season.
Larkin to Join Red Wings Camp Following Offseason Trade Request
Former captain Dylan Larkin will report to Little Caesars Arena on Sept. 17 despite a summer trade request and the departure of GM Steve Yzerman.
Former NHL Player, Coach and ESPN Analyst Barry Melrose Dies at 70
Barry Melrose, the former Los Angeles Kings coach and longtime ESPN hockey analyst, died Wednesday at the age of 70.
Zach Werenski Anticipates Positive Fan Reception Following Turbulent Offseason
Zach Werenski, the reigning Norris Trophy winner, expects a positive return to Columbus after using a no-movement clause to veto a trade to the Dallas Stars.
ESPN 2026-27 Fantasy Hockey Draft Guide and Player Rankings
Nathan MacKinnon and Connor McDavid lead the top tier of fantasy targets for the 2026-27 NHL season.
76ers and Flyers Unveil Renderings for New South Philadelphia Arena
The 76ers and Flyers have released designs for a new privately funded arena on the former Spectrum site, targeted to open by 2030.
McDavid Tops Fantasy Hockey Draft Tiers with 237.9 Projected Points
Connor McDavid leads Tier 1 projections for the fantasy hockey draft with 237.9 points, followed by Nathan MacKinnon at 235.8.
MacKinnon and Kucherov Lead Four Candidates for No. 1 in Fantasy Hockey Drafts
Nathan MacKinnon averaged 3.2 fantasy points per game last season, rifling home 53 goals and 74 assists for Colorado.
Cale Makar Contract: Avalanche Defenseman Signs Record $163.2 Million Deal
Cale Makar signed a historic eight-year, $163.2 million extension with the Colorado Avalanche, becoming the first NHL player to earn $20 million annually.
Robert Thomas Named 25th Captain of Blues Following 64-Point Season
Center Robert Thomas becomes the 25th captain in St. Louis Blues history after recording 25 goals and 39 assists last season.
ESPN Fantasy Hockey: 12-Category Scoring and League Strategy Guide
ESPN Fantasy Hockey utilizes a 12-category default scoring system where goals earn 2 points and goaltender wins provide a 4-point boost.
Ducks to Retire Ryan Getzlaf’s No. 15 Following 1,019-Point Career
The Anaheim Ducks will retire Ryan Getzlaf’s No. 15 jersey on Jan. 30, honoring the franchise leader in games played and total points.