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

NHL Rumors: Toronto Maple Leafs, and the Colorado Avalanche

The Toronto Maple Leafs don't have a lot to work with, and potential third-line center options for the Colorado Avalanche.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Could There Be Less Trades Than We Think

Even with the NHL on a quick pause the rumors will be ramping up again but does that mean there will be more movement?

Jim Biringer

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

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)