NHL Rumors: The Brayden Schenn Speculation Will Only Increase

After a slow start to the season, St. Louis Blues GM Doug Armstrong says they're open for business. Captain Brayden Schenn will definitely be drawing some interest.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Are the Ottawa Senators Going to Do Anything, and a Weird Year for Trading

The Ottawa Senators would like to make a move, but with the changing CBA, the salary cap, and not many sellers, it's not easy to make trades at this time.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Teams Are Doing Due Diligence to Prepare to Make Trades

With teams getting off to slow starts in the NHL we are seeing the rumors tick up about potential trades, but when will they actually happen?

Jim Biringer

NHL Rumors: Philadelphia Flyers Not Rushing a Trevor Zegras Contract Extension

The Philadelphia Flyers have seen Trevor Zegras fit well in Rick Tocchet's system but that doesn't mean they will rush into an extension.

Jim Biringer

NHL Injuries: Flames, Hurricanes, Blackhawks, Avs, Stars, Wings, Oilers, Devils, and More

Shayne Gostisbehere to the IR. Patrick Kane returns to the lineup. Zach Hyman could return to the Oilers lineup on Monday.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Utah Mammoth, and the Anaheim Ducks

The Utah Mammoth and Anaheim Ducks are playing themselves into being buyers, and both could look to be aggressive.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Los Angeles Kings and New York Rangers

The rumors in the NHL continue to focus on the free agents in 2026 mainly Adrian Kempe and Artemi Panarin and when they will sign.

Jim Biringer

NHL Rumors: Ryan O’Reilly, and Devon Levi

The New Jersey Devils could be interested in Ryan O'Reilly. Buffalo Sabres goaltender Devon Levi may like a change of scenery.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Steve Stamkos, and the Toronto Maple Leafs Forward Depth

It's still too early for the Steven Stamkos trade talk. The Toronto Maple Leafs management likes the forward depth, but it does make things tricky for the coaches.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Calgary Flames Ownership Likes Kadri, and Quick Hits from Around the League

Calgary Flames ownership is telling people they don't want to trade Nazem Kadri. Friedman has some quick rumor hits from around the NHL.

Mark Easson

NHL Injuries: Bruins, Hurricanes, Red Wings, Wild, Devils, Lightning, Golden Knights and More

Patrick Kane could return tonight. Adin Hill is out for a few months? Dougie Hamilton and Anthony Cirelli leave their games in the second.

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)