GM Candidates for the Predators, and the Blackhawks Are Already Loaded With Young Defensemen

Five likely GM candidates for the Nashville Predators, and the Chicago Blackhawks may miss out on one of the three forwards at No. 4.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Toronto Maple Leafs and Ottawa Senators

As the Stanley Cup Playoffs roll on in the NHL, the rumors in two Canadian markets are ramping up around star players in Toronto and Ottawa.

Jim Biringer

NHL Rumors: The Nashville Predators Still Searching for the Right Candidate

The Nashville Predators continue to search for their new general manager, but they still want a well rounded outsider to turn them around.

Jim Biringer

Pittsburgh Penguins Rumors – Cap Space, Evgeni Malkin, and Sidney Crosby

The Pittsburgh Penguins have tons of cap space but may not be big spenders. GM Dubas on Evgeni Malkin, and it's year-to-year for Sidney Crosby.

Mark Easson

Where Does the Bruce Cassidy Saga Stand?

There is an ongoing situation involving Bruce Cassidy as there are conflicting reports about whether he got permission to speak to one team but not another.

Jim Biringer

2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs: Second Round Schedule and Results

Stanley Cup playoffs Schedule: The second round of the playoffs is about to get underway. Results and remaining schedule can be found here.

Mark Easson

Could the Maple Leafs Trade Down to No. 3, and Pleasing Auston Matthews

Could the Toronto Maple Leafs and Vancouver Canucks swap first-round picks, No. 1 and No. 3? How will the Leafs get Auston Matthews to buy into the plan?

Mark Easson

The Ottawa Senators and Stuart Skinner? What Type of Deal Will Connor Bedard Want?

Would the Ottawa Senators be interested in Stuart Skinner? It's not known what type of deal Connor Bedard will be asking the Chicago Blackhawks for.

Mark Easson

Blue Jackets UFAs, and a Long List of Toronto Maple Leafs Priorities

The Columbus Blue Jackets have a few remaining UFAs to decide on, and a long list of Toronto Maple Leafs offseason priorities.

Mark Easson

NHL News: Toronto Maple Leafs Move on from Craig Berube

The Toronto Maple Leafs are making a coaching change as they are moving on from Craig Berube as they are looking for a fresh start.

Jim Biringer

NHL Rumors: Flyers, Blue Jackets, and Maple Leafs

10-12 teams inquired about Charlie Coyle's rights. The commitment talk between the Maple Leafs and Auston Matthews is about long-term, and not just about the now.

Mark Easson

2025-26 Critical Dates

Apr. 16: Regular Season Ends
Apr. 18: Stanley Cup Playoffs begin
May 5th?: 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)