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NHL executive says a Texas expansion team could be approved and announced by year’s end
The NHL is hoping to award an expansion franchise to Texas as soon as the end of this year, deputy commissioner Bill Daly told The Athletic this week.
Hockey Canada extends bans of all but one player acquitted of sexual assault in 2018 case
Three of the five players acquitted of sexual assault in the high-profile 2018 Canada world junior case have had their international play suspensions get extended for at least another year, with only one set for immediate reinstatement.
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The Boston Bruins and Edmonton Oilers will each play two regular-season games in Germany next year as part of the NHL and NHLPA's efforts to grow hockey in the country, the league announced Thursday.
Norris Trophy winner Werenski ties his future with Blue Jackets to playoff push after trade veto
Zach Werenski would like to remain with the Columbus Blue Jackets long-term, even though there are two seasons left on his current contract.
IIHF says Russia will remain barred from four world championship tournaments in 2027
The International Ice Hockey Federation said Thursday that Russia will not be allowed to participate in four tournaments next year after a review by the organization's council.
Victoire’s Daniele Sauvageau to reprise her role as Canada’s national women’s hockey team GM
Hockey Canada is turning to a familiar face to oversee the next generation of its women's team by naming Daniele Sauvageau as general manager on Wednesday.
Macklin Celebrini gets 5-year, $94M extension from the Sharks in the NHL’s richest deal ever
San Jose Sharks superstar Macklin Celebrini signed a five-year, $94 million extension Wednesday that will make him the highest-paid player in the NHL.
Traffic to start flowing Monday across new bridge between Canada and U.S.
Traffic is set to start flowing Monday across a new bridge over the Detroit River that will serve as a critical route for trade, jobs and tourism between Canada and the U.S.
St. Louis Blues sign Connor McMichael to a 6-year, $40.5 million contract
Connor McMichael has signed a six-year, $40.5 million contract with the St. Louis Blues.
Hurricanes to open the NHL season against the Panthers, raise their Stanley Cup banner on Sept. 29
The Carolina Hurricanes will raise their second Stanley Cup championship banner on Sept. 29 before hosting the Florida Panthers to kick off the NHL season.
Anaheim Ducks keep Leo Carlsson, matching Flyers’ $90 million offer sheet for young center
The Anaheim Ducks have matched the Philadelphia Flyers' offer sheet for center Leo Carlsson, keeping their rising young star at an extraordinary cost.
Mammoth match Devils’ offer sheet to Barrett Hayton, sign him for $4.775 million for next season
The Utah Mammoth said Wednesday they have matched New Jersey's offer sheet to Barrett Hayton, signing the 26-year-old center to a $4.775 million contract for next season.