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Sharks Prospect Christian Kirsch Putting the Hockey World on Notice at Memorial Cup

For every young hockey player with their sights set on the NHL, the Memorial Cup is easily their first major proving ground. Every player on the ice is a champion in their own right, having won their league title to get there.

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Claude Lemieux's Friend Speaks Out On His Tragic Death at 60

A close friend of longtime NHL star Claude Lemieux is speaking out on his death this week. Lemieux, one of the best players in NHL history, died this week.

Claude Lemieux News / Daily Faceoff / May 31

Claude Lemieux’s brain to be donated for study on long-term CTE

The family of Claude Lemieux released a statement on Saturday night, announcing that they will be donating the four-time Stanley Cup champion’s brain to the UNITE Brain Bank to study the long-term effects of traumatic brain injuries and repetitive head impacts.

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The 'Playoff power play goal leaders by team' quiz

How many of the players with the most power play goals in the Stanley Cup Playoffs for each NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL active hat-trick leaders' quiz

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Collin Graf News / The Hockey Writers / May 30

Collin Graf May Be an Integral Piece of the Sharks’ Future

It’s probably too early to say that San Jose Sharks forward Collin Graf is one of the NHL’s most underrated players, but it is fair to say that his importance to the team is significantly undervalued throughout the league.

San Jose Sharks News / The Hockey Writers / May 30

Sharks Should Pass on Stenberg and Use Their Draft Pick to Get Chase Reid

The San Jose Sharks may not have made it to the playoffs this spring, but it was clear that general manager (GM) Mike Grier was building something special.

San Jose Sharks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 29

Sharks rumors: Macklin Celebrini destined for captaincy, says insider

Macklin Celebrini went from ultra-talented rookie to bonafide franchise cornerstone in the span of one season, earning legitimate Hart Trophy buzz throughout the 2025-26 campaign.

San Jose Sharks News / The Hockey Writers / May 29

Sharks Sign D Phillip Sinn to Entry-Level Deal

The San Jose Sharks announced on Thursday that they have signed defenseman Philip Sinn to a two-year, entry-level contract. At 22, Sinn had already made his mark in one of Europe’s most competitive leagues.

San Jose Sharks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 28

Darren McCarty honors NHL rival Claude Lemieux in emotional tribute

The death of Claude Lemieux has sent shock waves around the NHL. The former Conn Smythe Trophy winner was honored by the Montreal Canadiens prior to Monday’s Eastern Conference Final Game 3 against the Carolina Hurricanes as he carried the torch in the pregame ceremony at the Bell Center.

Claude Lemieux News / Larry Brown Sports / May 29

Cause of death revealed for Claude Lemieux

NHL veteran Claude Lemieux was found dead on Thursday at the age of 60.

NHL legend Claude Lemieux dies at 60

Remembering four-time Stanley Cup champion Claude Lemieux

Gary Bettman, Darren McCarty share thoughts on death of Claude Lemieux

Claude Lemieux News / Daily Faceoff / May 28

Remembering four-time Stanley Cup champion Claude Lemieux

The hockey world lost one of its most prominent and singular characters on Thursday, as NHL legend Claude Lemieux died at the age of 60.

Gary Bettman, Darren McCarty share thoughts on death of Claude Lemieux

Cause of death revealed for Claude Lemieux

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San Jose Sharks News / Field Level Media / May 28

Four-time Stanley Cup champ Claude Lemieux dies

Claude Lemieux, a four-time Stanley Cup champion who skated a fine line between being a clutch scorer and agitator, has died. He was 60. The NHL Alumni Association announced the news Thursday but did not disclose a cause or date of death.

NHL News / Larry Brown Sports / May 28

NHL legend Claude Lemieux dies at 60

Lemieux was selected at No. 26 overall by the Canadiens in the 1983 NHL Draft, and he played with the franchise until 1990, including being part of the Stanley Cup-winning team in 1986.

Gary Bettman, Darren McCarty share thoughts on death of Lemieux

Remembering four-time Stanley Cup champion Lemieux

Cause of death revealed for Lemieux

San Jose Sharks News / Daily Faceoff / May 28

Sharks sign Philip Sinn to entry-level contract

The San Jose Sharks have added some young depth to their defense. The team announced on Thursday that they have signed defenseman Philip Sinn to a two-year, entry-level contract.

San Jose Sharks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 28

Sharks Sign Phillip Sinn To Entry-Level Contract

The San Jose Sharks have looked towards Germany to reinforce their blue line. Defenseman Phillip Sinn has signed a two-year, entry-level contract with the Sharks set to begin next season.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 28

Canada Registers Sam Dickinson, Jack Ivankovic At World Championship

Team Canada will finish off the World Championship with the help of two top prospects. San Jose Sharks defenseman Sam Dickinson and Nashville Predators goalie prospect Jack Ivankovic have been registered for the remainder of the tournament per Steven Ellis of Daily Faceoff.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 27

Winners, losers from Wednesday's Stanley Cup playoffs: Hurricanes continue to smother Canadiens

The Carolina Hurricanes are one step closer to making their first return to the Stanley Cup Final since the 2005-06 season. Thanks to their 4-0 win over

Have the Carolina Hurricanes won the Mikko Rantanen trade?

Mitch Marner grateful for first Cup Final trip after enduring 'dark times in hockey'

How has John Tortorella impacted the Golden Knights?

Tortorella defends Jared Bednar in wake of West Final sweep

Penguins reportedly re-signed Evgeni Malkin for this one reason

San Jose Sharks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 27

Sharks Sign Jimmy Huntington To One-Year Extension

The San Jose Sharks shared earlier today that forward Jimmy Huntington has been re-signed on a one-year, two-way contract. Financial terms have not yet been reported, but as a two-way pact it automatically carries at least a league minimum $850k at the NHL level.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / May 26

Could There be a Fit for the St. Louis Blue and San Jose Sharks with the No. 2 Pick?

Jeremy Rutherford of The Athletic: The St. Louis Blues have three first-round picks this year, and 12 picks in total in the 2026 NHL draft. Scott Wheeler had the Blues’ prospect pool ranked 10th out of the 32, which makes one wonder if they’d consider trying to trade up in the first round?

Darnell Nurse News / NHL Trade Talk / May 20

Insider Speculates on Darnell Nurse Trade to San Jose for Young Forward

The San Jose Sharks are going to land a defenseman or two one way or another this offseason. Whether that comes through the draft—potentially with the second-overall pick—in free agency, or via the trade market remains to be seen.

Report: PWHL to announce San Jose expansion club

The Professional Women's Hockey League will announce San Jose, Calif., as the home of its 12th franchise on Tuesday, The Athletic reported Monday. It will be the fourth expansion team starting play in 2026-27, along with Detroit, Las Vegas and Hamilton, Ontario.

Macklin Celebrini News / Athlon Sports / May 10

Macklin Celebrini Earns Major Team Canada Honor After 2nd NHL Season

The San Jose Sharks rebuild was going very smoothly, and in 2024, the team landed superstar center Macklin Celebrini No. 1 overall, and already he has helped this franchise take several steps forward.