NHL Injuries: Ducks, Avs, Panthers, Habs, Lightning, Leafs, Canucks, Golden Knights, Jets and More

Matthew Tkachuk could be back on the ice in two weeks. Auston Matthews could be out a week or less. Alex Newhook needed help getting off the ice.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Montreal Canadiens, Philadelphia Flyers, and the Vancouver Canucks

A report denying the Canadiens inquired about Tage Thompson. Trevor Zegras is not thinking extension yet. Canucks still looking for a center.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Could the Nashville Predators Make a Coaching Change?

The Nashville Predators continue to struggle and could a coaching change be coming and could Pete DeBoer be the next coach?

Jim Biringer

NHL Rumors: Olympic Ice Rink Progress Concerning to the NHL

The NHL is sending over a delegation to Milan after the Global Series to check the progress of the Olympic Ice Rink as concerns ramp up.

Jim Biringer

NHL Rumors: The Latest Speculation on the Top Pending 2026 NHL UFAs

The 2026 NHL UFA list doesn't look as good as it once did, but there are still some good players that could be available next July 1st.

Mark Easson

NHL Injuries: Avs, Stars, Oilers, Canadiens, Senators, Flyers, Kraken, Lightning, Canucks and More

Valeri Nichushkin will miss some time. Zach Hyman could return today or Saturday. Thatcher Demko could miss two-three weeks.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: St. Louis Blues, Nashville Predators, and the Buffalo Sabres

Justin Faulk would get some interest. The Predators have plenty of trade assets. Team that called about Tage Thompson were told he's not available.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Doug Armstrong Isn’t Going to Leave Alex Steen in Bad Place When he Takes Over

St. Louis Blues GM Doug Armstrong is not leaving the organization in a worse spot for Alexander Steen, who will be taking over as GM next season.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: The St. Louis Blues and Brayden Schenn

The St. Louis Blues have let teams know they're listening, but like before, the asking price for players like Brayden Schenn will be high.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Los Angeles Kings, and the Philadelphia Flyers

Some teams are wondering about Brandt Clarke, but the Kings likely aren't interested. The Flyers and Trevor Zegras likely thinking extension.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Anaheim Ducks, and the Ottawa Senators

The Anaheim Ducks will be patient with their hot start. The Ottawa Senators are looking for an impact player.

Mark Easson

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)