NHL Rumors: Toronto Maple Leafs, and the Philadelphia Flyers

Pete DeBoer sends a note to Craig Berube. The Philadelphia Flyers are talking extension with Christian Dvorak, and they're looking to move Egor Zamula.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: The Washington Capitals Will Be Seeing What’s Available

The Washington Capitals were in on the Quinn Hughes talks, and are looking to see what could become available to them.

Mark Easson

NHL Injuries: Sabres, Hurricanes, Blue Jackets, Stars, Predators, Islanders, Blues, Leafs, and Canucks

Zach Werenski remains out. Jordan Kyrou retured. William Nylander left in the 2nd, but is travelling. Elias Pettersson activated from the IR.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: The Carolina Hurricanes Aren’t Afraid to go Big-Name Hunting

It's not known how long Seth Jarvis is going to be out, but it shouldn't change much for the Carolina Hurricanes, they'll be looking to add.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: LA Kings, Nashville Predators, and Playing Matchmaker

The LA Kings are looking for scoring, while the Predators may be patient. Some of the top trade targets and potential destinations.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Priority Number One in Buffalo Sign Alex Tuch

With the Buffalo Sabres going to Jarmo Kekäläinen as their new GM, his biggest priority is signing Alex Tuch to an extension.

Jim Biringer

NHL Rumors: What are the Buffalo Sabres Planning To Do Next?

The Buffalo Sabres are rolling into the Christmas Holiday but does that mean they won't be making upgrades to make the playoffs?

Jim Biringer

NHL Rumors: Calgary Flames, Vancouver Canucks, and the Boston Bruins

Rasmus Andersson likely gone no matter what. Kieffer Sherwood ask likely coming down, and the Boston Bruins searching for a top-six.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Do The St. Louis Blues Have Untouchable Players

The St. Louis Blues will be an interesting team to watch coming out of the roster freeze but how many players are truly untouchable?

Jim Biringer

NHL Rumors: How Aggressive Will the Buffalo Sabres Be?

Jarmo Kekalainen likely has an idea what he wants to do. Is he able to pull it off? Will that involve re-sign Alex Tuch or trading him? What about coaching?

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Los Angeles Kings Still Need Goal Scoring

The Los Angeles Kings struggles continue offensively and GM Ken Holland remains on the hunt for another goal scorer.

Jim Biringer

2025-26 Critical Dates

Nov. 14/16: 2025 NHL Global Series in Sweden (Predators vs. Penguins)
Dec. 20-27: Holiday roster freeze in effect
Dec. 31: Deadline for provisional Olympic roster submission of 22 skaters and 3 goalies
Jan. 2: NHL Winter Classic at loanDepot Park (Rangers vs. Panthers)
Feb. 1: NHL Stadium Series at Raymond James Stadium (Lightning vs. Bruins)
Feb. 6-24: Olympic break
Feb. 11-22: Olympic Games in Milan
Feb. 25: NHL resumes
Mar. 6: NHL Trade Deadline (3 p.m. ET)
Apr. 16: Regular Season Ends
Apr. 18: Stanley Cup Playoffs begin
TBA: 2026 NHL Draft Lottery
June 21: Last possible day for 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs
June 26-27: 2026 NHL Draft
July 1: Free agency begins (12 p.m. ET)