NHL Rumors: New York Islanders, Vancouver Canucks, and Calgary Flames

The rumors in the NHL continues to swirl surrounding the Vancouver Canucks, New York Islanders, and Calgary Flames.

Jim Biringer

NHL Rumors: New Jersey Devils, Vancouver Canucks, and the Montreal Canadiens

The Canucks have a few options that might interest the Devils. The Canadiens will need to make some big decisions on their blue line.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Vancouver Canucks, and NHL Trade Tiers

Canucks Kiefer Sherwood knows he's in the rumor mill and is taking it day by day. Creating trade tiers for players who could be on the move.

Mark Easson

NHL Injuries: Ducks, Bruins, Sabres, Blackhawks, Red Wings, Oilers, Kings, Wild, Kraken, and Leafs

Lukas Dostal will be out for two to three weeks. David Pastrnak misses yesterday's game. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins returned to the lineup.

Mark Easson

NHL News: Calgary Flames Extend Craig Conroy and Management Group

The Calgary Flames officially announced the two-year extension for General Manager Craig Conroy. Putting pen to paper ✍️ ?: https://t.co/1iDXgq5zo6 pic.twitter.com/DdOBh39EK2 — Calgary Flames (@NHLFlames) November 28, 2025 In addition to Conroy, the Flames announced that President of Hockey Operations Don…

Jim Biringer

NHL News: Montreal Canadiens Extend Mike Matheson

The Montreal Canadiens announced late Friday morning that they have extended defenseman Mike Matheson to a five-year deal worth $30 million. The Canadiens have agreed to terms on a five-year contract extension (2026-27 to 2030-31) with defenseman Mike Matheson News…

Jim Biringer

NHL Rumors: Nashville Predators, and the Calgary Flames

The Nashville Predators deny things are toxic. Blake Coleman knows he and other Calgary Flames are in the rumor mill.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Do the Vancouver Canucks Have the Pieces to Acquire a Second-Line Center?

It's well known that the Vancouver Canucks are searching for a second-line center. They have a position of strength to work with, and could Conor Garland be enough?

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Is Andrew Brunette on the Hot Seat in Nashville?

The Nashville Predators are not where they want to be right now and all signs point to Andrew Brunette being on the hot seat.

Jim Biringer

NHL Rumors: Tristan Jarry Is Available, but the Edmonton Oilers Would Have Injury Concerns

Tristan Jarry is one goaltender who has played well this season that is available, but his injury history would be a concern for the Edmonton Oilers.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: What Veterans Can the Vancouver Canucks Actually Move?

The Vancouver Canucks are looking to change their mix again, but what players can actually move that don't have trade protection?

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)