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Apr 25, 2025; Newark, New Jersey, USA; New Jersey Devils defenseman Simon Nemec (17) celebrates his game winning goal against the Carolina Hurricanes during the second overtime in game three of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images

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Key offseason additions put Devils on track for a playoff breakthrough

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Subtle changes keep Avalanche firmly in Stanley Cup hunt

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Decentralized NHL Draft might be here to stay

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Gavin McKenna’s Penn State commitment could change the landscape of the NCAA

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Apr 11, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson (4) against the Minnesota Wild during the second period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

Flames take a risk staying quiet this offseason with playoffs on the line

Apr 17, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Calgary Flames left wing Dryden Hunt (15), defenseman Zayne Parekh (89) and center Nazem Kadri (91) celebrate after a goal in the third period against the Los Angeles Kings at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

The Flames may have struck gold with Zayne Parekh

Apr 16, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens right wing Ivan Demidov (93) plays the puck against Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Domenick Fensore (89) in the first period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

3 NHL rookies who could take the league by storm in 2025-26

Washington Capitals v Montreal Canadiens - Game Four

Canadiens goaltender Dobes earns new contract for 2025-26 season

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2025 NHL Draft

Islanders' Kashawn Aitcheson could become a franchise defenseman

Dynamic Winger, Nikolaj Ehlers, was signed by the Carolina Hurricanes on July 3rd, 2025, to a 6-year contract with a $8.5 million AAV.

The reality of the Nikolaj Ehlers signing

Feb 25, 2024; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; \Winnipeg Jets left wing Kyle Connor (81) celebrates his overtime goal with Winnipeg Jets left wing Nikolaj Ehlers (27) against the Arizona Coyotes at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images

Nikolaj Ehlers signing elevates the Hurricanes to new heights

Anaheim Ducks v Columbus Blue Jackets

Red Wings have a busy week transforming roster for 2025-26 season

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Apr 10, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Vancouver Canucks defenseman Quinn Hughes (43) and right wing Brock Boeser (6) in the first period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Canucks’ offseason strategy must convince Quinn Hughes they can win

2022 Upper Deck NHL Draft - Round 2-7

Sharks, Grier keep adding key pieces for future success

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Kraken reload organization for upcoming season with playoff hopes rising

Edmonton Oilers v Los Angeles Kings - Game Five

Los Angeles Kings are all-in after aggressive free agency haul

2024 Upper Deck NHL Draft, Rounds 2-7

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The NHL Draft's weirdest moments are better than fiction

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Edmonton Oilers v Vegas Golden Knights

The star-studded 2026 NHL free agent class could reshape the entire league

Dec 17, 2024; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram (4) plays the puck against the Montreal Canadiens during the first period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Bowen Byram hints at an exit from the Sabres, and these teams are thrilled

Toronto Maple Leafs v Vegas Golden Knights

Mitch Marner linked to a surprising team in new rumors ahead of free agency

Montreal Canadiens v New York Islanders

Could a Noah Dobson trade help Islanders draft a hometown prospect?

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Matthew Knies, a power forward, recently received a 6-year contract extension with a $7.75 million AAV.

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The most questionable restricted free agent deals of the NHL offseason

Guy's Night Out With Victor Cruz And Justin Tuck at Lord & Taylor

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What Don LaGreca brings to the New Jersey Devils' broadcast booth

NHL, NHLPA Joint Media Availability

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What we already know about the NHL's new CBA agreement

Kirby Dach was once seen as apart of the future of the Canadien's top six, but his injury history has garnered speculations if he can ever play again to his true potential.

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Revisiting the memorable three-way trade during the 2022 NHL Draft

Brock Boeser was given a 7 year contract, on July 1st, 2025, to stay in Vancouver at a $7.25 million AAV.

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The best contracts of the NHL offseason (so far)

Mar 20, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Hockey Club goaltender Karel Vejmelka (70) and defenseman Ian Cole (28) celebrate a win over the Buffalo Sabres after the game at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

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Free agency report cards reveal NHL's winners and losers so far

Ken Holland, current general manager of the Los Angeles Kings, made some interesting signings that left analysts scratching their heads.

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Worst contracts of the NHL offseason (so far)

May 7, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs right wing Mitch Marner (16) scores a goal and celebrates with defenseman Chris Tanev (8) against the Florida Panthers during the third period in game two of the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

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The highest-paid NHL superstars who signed during a crazy offseason so far

Carolina Hurricanes v Florida Panthers - Game Four

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NHL free agent frenzy proves that the tax debate is nonsense

Apr 11, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; New Jersey Devils goalie Jake Allen (34) makes a glove save as Toronto Maple Leafs forward John Tavares (91) looks for a rebound in the first period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

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These team-friendly deals are the real wins of NHL free agency

Dallas Stars v Phoenix Coyotes

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Stars made a bold coaching choice and it says a lot about the team's direction

Apr 8, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Vancouver Canucks goaltender Thatcher Demko (35) and right wing Brock Boeser (6) celebrate the victory over the Dallas Stars at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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The biggest free agent target is officially off the market in surprise signing