Will John Tortorella Stay On in Vegas Following the Season?

The Vegas Golden Knights hired John Tortorella to help them reach their ultimate goal of another Stanley Cup, but is he the long-term plan?

Jim Biringer

Has Brady Tkachuk Played his Last Game with the Ottawa Senators?

Brady Tkachuk and the Ottawa Senators didn't have the first round that they wanted too. Speculation will start on whether Tkachuk's future will be with the Senators or elsewhere.

Mark Easson

Will Steve Yzerman Change the Detroit Red Wings Roster This Summer?

The Detroit Red Wings have a big offseason ahead as General Manager Steve Yzerman is feeling the pressure looking to bring in the right players.

Jim Biringer

Arber Xhekaj Continues Show Growth in the Stanley Cup Playoffs

Montreal defenseman Arber Xhekaj is showing maturity and growth during providing exactly what the Canadiens need in the playoffs.

Jim Biringer

2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs First Round Schedule and Results

The first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup playoffs is underway. Results and remaining schedule can be found here.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Washington Capitals, Florida Panthers, and the Winnipeg Jets

The Capitals have a plan for if Alex Ovechkin comes back and one if he doesn't. Will the Panthers and Bobrovsky be able to find common ground? Options for the Winnipeg Jets and their need for a center.

Mark Easson

Evgeni Malkin and Maple Leafs Candidates Wondering About Auston Matthews

Evegeni Malkin wants to play next season, and to finish his career with the Penguins. People the Toronto Maple Leafs are interviewing are asking about Auston Matthews future.

Mark Easson

Toronto Maple Leafs – What’s Going on With the Mats Sundin and Mike Gillis Speculation

There has been lots of speculation about the potential involvement of Mats Sundin with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Mike Gillis speculation is lingering too.

Mark Easson

Coaching Changes in Columbus, A Winter Classic in Utah, and Injury Updates

The Columbus Blue Jackets make some changes to their coach staff. The Utah Mammoth host the Colorado Avalanche in next years Winter Classic, and some injury updates from around the league.

Mark Easson

Francesco Aquilini Hopes to name a Vancouver Canucks GM by the Draft Lottery?

It sounds like Francesco Aquilini will be the one deciding who will be the next Vancouver Canucks GM, and that he hopes to have someone in place by the draft lottery.

Mark Easson

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

Andrew Brunette is confident he'll be back, and Jonathan Marchessault owns his bad year. There will likely be some St. Louis Blues players back in the rumor mill this offseason.

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)