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Red Wings Trade Goalie Prospect Sebastian Cossa to Utah in Deal for 2026 First-Round Pick
Detroit sent top goaltending prospect Sebastian Cossa to Utah in exchange for the 23rd pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, a significant move for both clubs.
NHL Tonight Spotlights Chase Reid as Jamison Coyle Interview Adds Context to League Coverage
NHL.com’s latest NHL Tonight segment featuring Chase Reid and Jamison Coyle highlights the league’s ongoing offseason coverage and analysis.
Islanders Explore Trades During NHL Draft as Night One Features Active Market
The Islanders explored multiple trade possibilities before and during night one of the NHL Draft, reflecting an active market and ongoing roster reshaping.
Bruins, Rangers and Blues Highlight NHL Draft Night Trades as Peterka, Dorofeyev and McTavish Change Teams
Boston, New York and St. Louis were among the busiest teams on NHL draft night, landing key forwards in a flurry of reported trades.
Maple Leafs Select Penn State Forward Gavin McKenna No. 1 Overall in NHL Draft
Toronto made Gavin McKenna the first overall pick in the NHL draft, landing the Penn State forward as the centerpiece of a franchise-altering decision.
Nashville Predators Sunday Recap Raises Big Offseason Questions for NHL Club
A Sunday recap from The Hockey News focused on the Nashville Predators and the larger questions facing the team as the offseason approaches.
Brady Tkachuk Traded to Panthers in Blockbuster Move, Reunited With Brother Matthew
Brady Tkachuk has been traded to the Panthers in a major NHL shakeup, joining brother Matthew in Florida and reshaping the roster picture.
Mason McTavish Trade Rumors Put Ducks at Center of NHL Draft and Free Agency Watch
Trade speculation around Mason McTavish has become a major Anaheim Ducks storyline as the NHL draft and free agency approach, raising questions about the t
Jonathan Toews Retires After Decorated NHL Career with Blackhawks
Jonathan Toews has retired after a career defined by three Stanley Cups, a Conn Smythe Trophy and a decade as the face of the Blackhawks.
Leafs Hire Hiller as Head Coach Ahead of NHL Draft
The Toronto Maple Leafs have hired Hiller as head coach as the club prepares for the NHL draft and the pressure of a top pick.
Toronto and Vegas Hire New Coaches as NHL Offseason Opens With First Trades
Toronto and Vegas have filled their coaching vacancies as the NHL offseason began, while the first trades signaled an active summer ahead.
CBC’s Hockey Night in Canada NHL Broadcasts Won’t Return Next Fall
CBC will not carry Hockey Night in Canada’s NHL broadcasts next fall, marking a major shift in one of Canada’s longest-running sports TV traditions.
Seth Jarvis Scores in Overtime as Hurricanes Beat Golden Knights to Even Stanley Cup Final
Seth Jarvis scored in overtime as Carolina beat Vegas in Game 2, tying the Stanley Cup Final and shifting the series back to even.
Hurricanes Rally Past Opponent in Stanley Cup Final as Seth Jarvis Delivers Overtime Winner
Seth Jarvis scored the overtime goal as the Hurricanes completed a stunning comeback in the Stanley Cup Final, turning the series with late resilience.