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Flyers Re-Sign Trevor Zegras to 4-Year Deal Worth $9.125 Million AAV
The Philadelphia Flyers confirmed Wednesday that Trevor Zegras has signed a four-year contract extension with an average annual value of $9.125 million.
NHL Releases 2026-27 Schedule Featuring 84-Game Regular Season
The NHL has officially expanded its regular-season campaign to 84 games for the 2026-27 NHL schedule released this Thursday.
Winnipeg Jets, Cole Perfetti Agree to 5-Year, $30 Million Contract
Center Cole Perfetti and the Winnipeg Jets have finalized a 5-year, $30 million deal to avoid salary arbitration.
Hurricanes Raise Second Stanley Cup Banner Sept. 29 vs. Panthers
The 2026-27 NHL season begins with a 1,344-game schedule, featuring a banner-raising ceremony in Raleigh and an expanded 84-game format for all 32 clubs.
Steve Yzerman Abruptly Steps Down as Red Wings General Manager
Steve Yzerman steps down as general manager of the Red Wings following an unexpected announcement on Wednesday.
New Jersey Devils Secure Anthony Mantha With $9.5 Million Two-Year Agreement
Forward Anthony Mantha joins the New Jersey Devils on a multi-year deal following a career-best 33-goal performance and a successful recovery from knee surgery.
Rangers Sign Braden Schneider to $5.5M Deal to Avoid Salary Arbitration
Defenseman Braden Schneider signed a one-year, $5.5 million contract with the New York Rangers to avoid a scheduled arbitration hearing.
Buffalo Sabres Krebs Signs $18M Extension; John Davidson Joins Front Office
The Buffalo Sabres Krebs contract extension is worth $18 million over four years following his career-high 39-point season.
Macklin Celebrini Open to 100% Discount on Sharks Extension
Sharks center Macklin Celebrini confirmed he would accept less than market value on his upcoming extension to assist the team's roster flexibility.
Ducks Retain Leo Carlsson by Matching Flyers' $90 Million Offer Sheet
The Ducks have matched a five-year Leo Carlsson offer sheet worth $18 million per season to keep the 21-year-old center in Anaheim.
Macklin Celebrini, 20, Named Youngest Ever EA Sports NHL Cover Athlete
Macklin Celebrini makes history as the youngest athlete to feature on an EA Sports NHL cover at just 20 years old.
Sabres Sign Zach Benson to 7-Year, $52.5 Million Contract After Playoff Breakout
Buffalo winger Zach Benson signed a seven-year, $52.5 million contract extension through 2032-33 after leading the team with five playoff goals.
Washington Capitals Secure Alex Tuch via Sign-and-Trade with Buffalo Sabres
The Washington Capitals have completed a blockbuster sign-and-trade for Alex Tuch, signing the forward to an eight-year extension worth $84 million total.
Avalanche Trade Valeri Nichushkin to Blue Jackets in Roster Shakeup
The Colorado Avalanche traded winger Valeri Nichushkin to the Columbus Blue Jackets on Thursday to reshape their roster following a playoff exit.
NHL Draft Big Board: Final Rankings for Friday’s First Round Selection
The first round of the NHL Draft begins this Friday, featuring a final updated rankings list of the top prospects available for selection.
Final 32-Pick NHL Mock Draft: Top Two Selections Locked In for Friday
The final projection for Friday’s opening round confirms the top two picks are settled, leaving 30 slots for potential draft-day drama.
Porter Martone Goal Secures 2-1 OT Victory for Flyers Over Bruins
Nineteen-year-old Porter Martone scored his first career NHL goal on a 5-on-3 power play to give the Flyers a 2-1 overtime win against Boston.
Islanders Fire Roy After 7 Losses in 10 Games, Hire Peter DeBoer
General manager Mathieu Darche dismissed Patrick Roy on Sunday following a four-game losing streak, appointing veteran Peter DeBoer as the full-time replacement.
NHL Playoff Race Intensifies After 30 Teams Compete on Saturday
A massive 15-game Saturday schedule reshaped the NHL playoff race, featuring critical wild card movement and high-scoring performances across the league.
Sabres Clinch Playoff Berth with 46-22-8 Record to End 14-Season Drought
The Buffalo Sabres secured their first postseason appearance since 2011 on Saturday, ending an NHL-record 14-year drought with six games remaining.
Florida Panthers Eliminated from Playoffs Following 9-4 Loss to Pittsburgh
A 9-4 defeat against Pittsburgh officially ended the Florida Panthers' season, marking the first time since 2023 that a new NHL champion will be crowned.
NHL Power Rankings: 1-32 Poll Analysis for the Final Regular Season Stretch
With fewer than 10 games remaining for every franchise, the latest 1-32 poll identifies the critical matchups that will define the final league hierarchy.
Damon Severson Undergoes Shoulder Surgery; Blue Jackets Defender Out for Season
Blue Jackets defenseman Damon Severson will miss the final six games of the NHL season following a successful shoulder surgery on Thursday.
Carter Hart Returns From IR with 19 Saves in Golden Knights' 6-3 Win Over Calgary
Goalie Carter Hart stopped 19 shots in his first start since January 8 to lead the Vegas Golden Knights past the Calgary Flames 6-3.