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NHL's 2025-26 opening night slate is a showcase opportunity for the league

NHL's 2025-26 opening night slate is a showcase opportunity for the league

The NHL released it's opening night slate for the 2025-26 season  — featuring the three biggest American markets, the defending Stanley Cup champions and several of the sports biggest superstars and rising stars.

Blackhawks’ Offseason Strategy Shows Next Stage of Rebuild Has Arrived
Rangers Shouldn’t Rush to Extend Artemi Panarin
The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 14
Oilers letting Jeff Skinner walk finalizes fix on two big missteps

Oilers letting Jeff Skinner walk finalizes fix on two big missteps

The San Jose Sharks signed former Oilers winger Jeff Skinner to a one-year, $3 million deal, officially ending a brief and lackluster stint in Edmonton.

Sharks sign forward Jeff Skinner to one-year contract
A look back at Jeff Skinner’s season trying to find a steady role with the Oilers
The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz
The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 14
Penguins, Maple Leafs could be trade partners for forward

Penguins, Maple Leafs could be trade partners in deal for $15M forward

The Toronto Maple Leafs continue to search for a top-six forward, and according to one source, the Pittsburgh Penguins may be the perfect trade partner.

Pittsburgh acquires goalie Arturs Silovs in trade with Canucks
Could these players be the centerpiece of a blockbuster Vancouver-Devils deal?
Analyst claims that Toronto's offseason hinges on one crucial move
Oilers letting Jeff Skinner walk finalizes fix on two big missteps
The Kraken’s offseason moves haven’t made a ton of sense
NHL News / Field Level Media / July 13
Penguins acquire goaltender Arturs Silovs in trade with Canucks

Penguins acquire goaltender Arturs Silovs in trade with Canucks

The Pittsburgh Penguins shored up the goaltending position on Sunday as the team acquired Arturs Silovs from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for forward Chase Stillman and a 2027 fourth-round pick.

Penguins, Maple Leafs could be trade partners in deal for $15M forward
The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time
The 'Stanley Cup-winning Pittsburgh Penguins' quiz
NHL News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?

The 'NHL Vezina Trophy winners' quiz
The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz
The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 13
Who could be centerpiece of blockbuster Canucks-Devils deal?

Could Quinn Hughes and Dougie Hamilton be centerpiece of blockbuster Canucks-Devils deal?

Speculation surrounding a potential reunion of the Hughes brothers in New Jersey continues to swirl. 

What exactly are the Canucks doing this summer?
What’s the likely return for the Canucks in an Arturs Silovs trade?
The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time
The '2002-03 New Jersey Devils' quiz
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / July 12
Maple Leafs' offseason hinges on one crucial move, says analyst

Maple Leafs' offseason hinges on one crucial move, says analyst

In a recent post for Daily Faceoff, NHL analyst Matt Larkin didn’t mince words when evaluating the Toronto Maple Leafs’ offseason.

Breaking down latest Maple Leafs news
Maple Leafs acquire young defenseman in trade with Sharks
Maple Leafs fans react to trade
Maple Leafs believed to have interest in these two players
Are any of the Maple Leafs’ rumored trade targets realistic?
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / July 12
Are any of the Maple Leafs’ rumored trade targets realistic?

Are any of the Maple Leafs’ rumored trade targets realistic?

Several big names have emerged as potential Maple Leafs targets in recent days, but how realistic are these options?

Maple Leafs acquire young defenseman from Sharks
Ryan Reaves speaks candidly about pressure he felt playing in Toronto
Mitch Marner seen as kindred spirit by Golden Knights star
The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time
The '2024-25 NHL points leaders' quiz
St. Louis Blues News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 11
Blues first-round pick will return to QMJHL

Blues first-round pick will return to QMJHL

St. Louis Blues first-round pick Justin Carbonneau has announced he will return to the QMJHL’s Blainville-Boisbriand Armada next season.

Blues’ internal options available to replace Zachary Bolduc
The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time
The 'Active NHL skaters with 1,000 games played' quiz
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / July 11
Breaking down the latest Maple Leafs news, rumors

Breaking down the latest Maple Leafs news, rumors

The Toronto Maple Leafs continue to reshape their roster as the offseason unfolds.

Maple Leafs acquire young defenseman from Sharks
The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time
The '2024-25 NHL points leaders' quiz
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 11
Stars trade veteran defenseman, second-round pick to Penguins

Stars trade veteran defenseman, second-round pick to Penguins

Both teams have since announced the trade, which doesn’t include any salary retention.

Bruins linked to $25 million player amid push to reload around David Pastrnak
Oilers eye trade to clear space for 'biggest wild card' of 2025-26 season
Two-time Stanley Cup champion announces retirement from hockey
Insider skeptical about Oilers' goaltending plan amid uncertainty
25 greatest American-born hockey players of all time
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 10
Maple Leafs acquire young defenseman from Sharks

Maple Leafs acquire young defenseman from Sharks

The Sharks were in a position to thin out their defensive core after adding Dmitry Orlov and Nick Leddy last week

Sharks sign Jakub Skarek to one-year contract
Maple Leafs believed to have interest in Erik Karlsson and Dougie Hamilton
The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time
The 'Conference champion San Jose Sharks' quiz
Edmonton Oilers News / Blade of Steel / July 10
Insider skeptical about Oilers' goaltending plan

Elliotte Friedman skeptical about Oilers' goaltending plan amid Stuart Skinner uncertainty

After more Stuart Skinner inconsistencies, many Oilers fans have pushed for a big change in net.

Oilers eye trade to clear space for 'biggest wild card' of 2025-26 season
The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time
The 'Multiple 50-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz
Colorado Avalanche News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 10
Avalanche sign veteran defenseman to a two-year extension

Avalanche sign veteran defenseman to a two-year extension

The deal goes into effect next season and will keep him in Colorado through the 2027-28 campaign.

Avalanche hire Dave Hakstol as assistant coach
The best contracts signed in 2025 NHL free agency so far
Do rebuilds actually work in the NHL?
The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time
The '2000-01 Colorado Avalanche' quiz
Mattias Janmark News / NHL Trade Talk / July 10
Oilers eye trade to clear space for 'biggest wild card' of 2025-26 season

Oilers eye trade to clear space for 'biggest wild card' of 2025-26 season

So far this summer, the Oilers have added Andrew Mangiapane, Curtis Lazar and Isaac Howard. Roster spots are being filled, and cap space is becoming an issue.

Where Isaac Howard fits, competition for playing time on the Oilers, and more
‘Edmonton checked all those boxes’: Curtis Lazar excited to join contending team with Oilers
The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time
The 'Multiple 50-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 9
Teams maintain interest in pair of Penguins forwards

Teams maintain interest in pair of Penguins forwards

With the main wave of free agency behind them, teams that missed out on big-name signings may now be shifting their focus to the trade market.

Insider shares if Sidney Crosby could look to leave Penguins amid rebuild
Penguins sign Ben Kindel to three-year, entry-level contract
The 25 most memorable Stanley Cup-clinching moments
The 'Stanley Cup-winning Pittsburgh Penguins' quiz
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The 'Most recent cycle by MLB franchise' quiz
 The 'Most recent cycle by MLB franchise' quiz
The 'Total touchdown leaders by NFL season since 2000' quiz
 The 'Total touchdown leaders by NFL season since 2000' quiz
The 'Most points in a game by NBA team in 2024-25' quiz
 The 'Most points in a game by NBA team in 2024-25' quiz
The 'NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year winners' quiz
 The 'NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year winners' quiz
Vegas Golden Knights News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 9
Why Golden Knights are already working on Jack Eichel's deal

Why cap-strapped Golden Knights are already working on Jack Eichel's megadeal

Even with shrewd cap planning, Vegas has ended up $7.64M over the salary cap.

Canucks sign first-round pick
Connor McDavid's wife all-but-confirms his next contract with Oilers
Two-time Stanley Cup champion announces retirement from hockey
Former first-round pick retires after 12 seasons in the NHL
25 greatest American-born hockey players of all time
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 9
Two-time Stanley Cup champion announces retirement

Two-time Stanley Cup champion announces retirement

His last professional game was on Dec. 12 with the Boston Bruins against the Seattle Kraken.

Rangers re-sign former first-round pick
Flyers ink this former first-round pick to a five-year extension
Mammoth sign forward to a five-year contract avoiding arbitration
No-trade clauses halt potential Oilers moves as two players say no
Three NHL teams that are having the best offseason so far
...and three teams that missed the mark
New York Rangers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 9
Former first-round pick retires after 12 NHL seasons

Former first-round pick retires after 12 NHL seasons

Longtime depth center Riley Nash has retired from the NHL.

The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time
The '1,000 games player for NHL Original Six franchises' quiz
Edmonton Oilers News / House of Hockey / July 8
Connor McDavid's wife Lauren Kyle all-but-confirms his next contract with the Edmonton Oilers

Connor McDavid's wife Lauren Kyle all-but-confirms his next contract with the Edmonton Oilers

Connor McDavid's future in Edmonton has been up in the air in recent months.

No-trade clauses halt potential Oilers moves as two players say no
The 25 most memorable Stanley Cup-clinching moments
The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / July 8
Insider shares if Crosby could leave Pens amid rebuild

Insider shares if Sidney Crosby could look to leave Penguins amid rebuild

It's difficult to imagine Sidney Crosby in another uniform besides the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Connor McDavid's wife all-but-confirms his next contract with the Oilers
Lightning, Oilers pull off late-night trade involving recent first-round picks
Two-time Stanley Cup champion announces retirement from hockey
Gavin McKenna's PSU commitment is seismic move for hockey world
Three NHL teams that have missed the mark so far this offseason
Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 8
Strategic drafting will keep Capitals competitive for years to come

Strategic drafting will keep Capitals competitive for years to come

The Washington Capitals seemed well on their way towards reclusion a few seasons ago. They managed to win the first Stanley Cup in franchise history in 2018 — but by 2022, only eight members of the Cup-winning roster were still in Washington.

Capitals tried to sign a big-name free agent
Capitals sign Sheldon Rempal to one-year contract
The 25 most memorable Stanley Cup-clinching moments
The 'Most 30-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 8
Lightning, Oilers pull off late-night trade involving recent first-round picks

Lightning, Oilers pull off late-night trade involving recent first-round picks

In a late-night deal, the Tampa Bay Lightning and Edmonton Oilers are swapping recent first-round picks

Two-time Stanley Cup champion announces retirement
Connor McDavid's wife Lauren Kyle all-but-confirms his next contract with the Edmonton Oilers
The 25 most memorable Stanley Cup-clinching moments
The '2003-04 Tampa Bay Lightning' quiz
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 8
No-trade clauses halt potential Oilers moves

No-trade clauses halt potential Oilers moves as two players say no

The Oilers are trying to make the adjustments that will put them over the top after back-to-back Stanley Cup Final losses, but at least two veteran players expressed no desire to waive their no-trade clauses.

Analyzing what the Oilers can expect from Andrew Mangiapane in 2024-25
NHL Western Conference free-agency recap
Every NHL player to score 500 goals
The 'NHL's multiple Hart Trophy winners' quiz
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / July 8
Gavin McKenna's Penn State commitment is seismic move for NCAA hockey, player development

Gavin McKenna's Penn State commitment is seismic move for NCAA hockey, player development

The entire saga may have changed the long-term outlook for both the CHL and the NCAA. 

The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time
New York Rangers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 8
Rangers re-sign former first-round pick

Rangers re-sign former first-round pick

The Rangers have taken care of one of their remaining restricted free agents.

Three NHL teams that have missed the mark so far this offseason
The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time
The 'NHL goalie all-time save percentage leaders' quiz

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