NHL Rumors: The Montreal Canadiens Looking for a Physical, Scoring Middle-Six Forward

The Montreal Canadiens aren't in a rush, but they are looking for physical, scoring middle-six forward like Blake Coleman or Kiefer Sherwood.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Vancouver Canucks, New York Rangers, and the Winnipeg Jets

The New York Rangers are looking for Canucks Kiefer Sherwood, and Winnipeg Jets Luke Schenn may welcome a change of scenery.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: The Columbus Blue Jackets and Edmonton Oilers

The Columbus Blue Jackets aren't looking to start selling just yet, but if they do, the Edmonton Oilers might have their eye on someone.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: The Pittsburgh Penguins, and the Philadelphia Flyers

The Pittsburgh Penguins and Philadelphia Flyers could move a couple of pieces despite being in the playoff race.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Winnipeg Jets, and Will There be a Trade Push Before the Olympics?

What assets would the Winnipeg Jets want to move for scoring help? Teams may wait until after the Olympic break to make moves.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Montreal Canadiens Want To Add But at What Cost?

The Montreal Canadiens want to add to their roster but as GM Kent Hughes told the media what will the cost be given the standings.

Jim Biringer

NHL Injuries: Ducks, Sabres, Oilers, Kings, Wild, Devils, Rangers, Blues, Canucks, and More

Alex Lyon could return in seven to 10 days. J.T. Miller likely to return tonight. Elias Pettersson will likely have to deal with a nagging issue all season.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Vancouver Canucks, and the Winnipeg Jets

Some wondered if Christian Dvorak's extension will push Kiefer Sherwood talks forward. The Winnipeg Jets are looking for scoring help.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Brad Marchand Had Been Thinking Maple Leafs, and the Blue Line Priority

Brad Marchand said it was either the Florida Panthers or Toronto Maple Leafs in free agency last offseason. The blue line is the priority for the Maple Leafs.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Anaheim Ducks, San Jose Sharks, and Utah Mammoth

The rumors are starting to heat up around the NHL as the Utah Mammoth, San Jose Sharks, and Anaheim Ducks are looking to add.

Jim Biringer

NHL Rumors: Toronto Maple Leafs – Mangiapane, and their Blue Line

The Toronto Maple Leafs await further word on the long-term status of Chris Tanev. Is he done for the year? How do they replace him?

Mark Easson

2025-26 Critical Dates

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)