NHL Rumors: Could the Edmonton Oilers Lure Marc-Andre Fleury Out of Retirement?

The Edmonton Oilers goaltending situation remains a question mark. Could they convince Marc-Andre Fleury to return to the NHL?

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: The Philadelphia Flyers and Egor Zamula

The Philadelphia Flyers are okay with moving on from Egor Zamula, but they'd like to get a player back, as opposed to terminating his contract.

Mark Easson

NHL Injuries: Bruins, Sabres, Hurricanes, Blackhawks, Blue Jackets, Rangers, Sharks, and Leafs

Alex Lyon being evaluated for a lower-body injury. Adam Fox could return tonight. Leafs were without Matthews, Nylander, Tanev and Joshua.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Philadelphia Flyers – Christian Dvorak and Trevor Zegras

Trevor Zegras and Christian Dvorak have been good fits for each other, and for the Philadelphia Flyers. All sides are talking extension.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Toronto Maple Leafs, Winnipeg Jets, and Some Bold Predictions

Maple Leafs were on Mason Marchment's no-trade list, and the Jets kicked tires on him. Some bold trade and free agent predictions for 2026.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: The Edmonton Oilers May Look for a New Home for Andrew Mangiapane

The Edmonton Oilers had hoped the offseason signing of Andrew Mangiapane would give them scoring depth, but it hasn't worked out for either side.

Mark Easson

NHL Injuries: Ducks, Hurricanes, Blackhawks, Islanders, Penguins, Sharks, Blues, Mammoth and Jets

Hurricanes Pyotr Kochetkov to have surgery and likely done for the year. Blackhawks Connor Bedard back on the ice, same with Jets Josh Morrissey.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Could Morgan Rielly’s Name Pop Up Again if Things Continue to go Sideways

Morgan Rielly was approached during the offseason by the Toronto Maple Leafs, and it may not be a surprise if they do so again if their season continues to spiral

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: The Ottawa Senators are Still Looking for Help Up Front

The Ottawa Senators are still looking at the trade market for some scoring help for their second-line, and have kicked tires on Kiefer Sherwood and Brayden Schenn.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Chicago Blackhawks, and Matchmaker for Marchessault, Murphy, Chinakhov, and Fleury

Building from within for the Chicago Blackhawks, and remaining patient. Playing matchmaker for some of the trade targets and a UFA.

Mark Easson

NHL Injuries: Sabres, Werenski, Stars, Panthers, Rangers, Senators, Leafs, Golden Knights, and More

Matthew Tkachuk returns to Panthers practice for the first time this year. Jack Eichel ruled out tonight. Adam Fox is back practicing.

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)