NHL Rumors: Philadelphia Flyers, Artemi Panarin, and the New Jersey Devils

The Philadelphia Flyers and the New Jersey Devils are looking for a centerman. Could Artemi Panarin be thinking about heading back to Russia?

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Predators Scouting the Canadiens, Winnipeg Jets, and the Vancouver Canucks

The Predators have been scouting the Canadiens. Will the Jets look for a goalie? The Canucks are willing to listen to offers on veteran players.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: The Trade Market is Real Thin Right Now

There are only a couple of bad teams, and while there is talk about doing things, the trade market in the NHL is really thin to make a move.

Jim Biringer

NHL Injuries: Blackhawks, Blue Jackets, Panthers, Rangers, Senators, Lightning, Leafs, and More

Zach Werenski to be evaluated today. Brady Tkachuk to return "sooner than later." Auston Matthews and Matthew Knies are "close."

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: The Ottawa Senators Could be Looking to Make a Big Move

Just like the Carolina Hurricanes did last year with Mikko Rantanen, the Ottawa Senators could be looking to take a big swing this year.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: San Jose Sharks, Buffalo Sabres, Montreal Canadiens, and the Pittsburgh Penguins

The San Jose Sharks have pending UFAs they could move. Are the Montreal Canadiens looking at Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen? Would the Pittsburgh Penguins trade a goaltender?

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Ottawa Senators, Buffalo Sabres, and the Seattle Kraken

The Ottawa Senators are looking for a middle-six winger, while the Seattle Kraken could be looking for a top-six winger. Status quo with Alex Tuch.

Mark Easson

NHL News and Injuries: Canadiens, Sabres, Stars, Bruins, Canes, Blackhawks, Islanders and Jets

Alexander Romanov out for five-six months after shoulder surgery. Mikko Rantanen suspended but not for the actual hit. The Montreal Canadiens sign Alexandre Texier.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: The Anaheim Ducks Won’t be Pushed to Trade Pavel Mintyukov

With the Anaheim Ducks playing well, they won't be pushed into trading defenseman Pavel Mintyukov, who is looking for more playing time.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Andrei Svechnikov Had Been Open to a Trade Earlier This Season

Andrei Svechnikov struggled to start the season and his ice time was way down. He told the Carolina Hurricanes he was open to a trade if they wanted to move him.

Mark Easson

NHL Rumors: Montreal Canadiens, Alexandre Texier, and the Milan Arena

When Alexandre Texier clears waivers, the Montreal Canadiens are in the lead to sign the pending UFA. NHL, NHLPA will keep quiet about the Milan arena situation for the next month.

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)