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New York Islanders News / Yardbarker / January 6
Halfway home: Evaluating the Islanders' season so far as playoff picture sharpens
Let’s take a look at the highs (and lows) of the season so far as the Isles march toward their first playoff push since 2023-24.
Carolina Hurricanes News / Daily Faceoff / January 6
Hurricanes need to take a big swing as East remains wide open
The Carolina Hurricanes have gotten off to a very strong start in the first half of 2025-26, going 25-14-3 with 53 points through their first 42 games, good for first in the Metropolitan Division and second in the Eastern Conference.
Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / January 6
Capitals continue to impress despite slight step back
The Washington Capitals were the surprise team of the 2024-25 NHL season, as they rebounded from barely sneaking in the year prior to powering their way to the top spot in the Metropolitan Division a year ago.
The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz
Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?
New Jersey Devils News / Daily Faceoff / January 6
Injuries continue to be the story for struggling Devils squad
With 46 points through 42 games, the Devils find themselves tied for second-last in the Metropolitan Division.
Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?
NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.
Igor Shesterkin News / Daily Faceoff / January 6
Does Igor Shesterkin's injury spell an end to the Rangers' season?
Igor Shesterkin picked up an injury and had to leave Monday night’s contest against the Utah Mammoth.
Brandon Carlo News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 6
Maple Leafs' Brandon Carlo set to return after long injury layoff
The Leafs have been without Carlo for the majority of the season.
Seth Jarvis News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 6
Hurricanes' Seth Jarvis set to return to play far sooner than expected
The Hurricanes felt Jarvis’ absence acutely. They’re 3-5-0 in those eight without him.
NHL News / Yardbarker / January 6
Four NHL draft prospects who raised their stock at 2026 World Juniors
Which prospects raised their stock at the 2026 World Junior tournament?
Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 5
Another free-agent domino falls with Flyers forward Christian Dvorak's five-year contract extension
Signed by the Flyers last summer on a one-year deal worth $5.4M, Dvorak has been a strong fit, with 25 points in 39 games so far this season.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 6
Sweden breaks gold-medal drought, beats Czechia to win 2026 World Juniors
With a 4-2 victory over Czechia at Grand Casino Arena on Monday, Sweden has finally won gold at the World Junior Championship for the first time since 2012.
Alexey Toropchenko News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 5
Blues reward winger Alexey Toropchenko with two-year contract extension
The Blues announced they’ve signed winger Alexey Toropchenko to a two-year contract extension.
Florida Panthers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 5
Panthers defenseman Seth Jones out week-to-week as injury threatens status for Olympics
Panthers defenseman Seth Jones is out week-to-week with the upper-body injury he suffered in last week’s Winter Classic.
New York Rangers News / Total Apex Sports / January 5
Igor Shesterkin injury update: Rangers hold breath after star goalie exits
The silence was deafening on Monday night when New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin collapsed to the ice at Madison Square Garden and didn’t get back up.
Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / January 5
How much longer can the Habs use the three-goalie system?
The Montreal Canadiens have entered the New Year using a three-goalie system as expected, as it is serving as a safety net in the case that Samuel Montembeault would still be struggling for the Habs.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / January 4
The Canucks’ top scorer now plays for the Maple Leafs
If irony were a hockey statistic, the Vancouver Canucks would be leading the league.
New York Islanders News / Daily Faceoff / January 5
Islanders sensation Matthew Schaefer gets shoutout from NFL legend Tom Brady
It’s hard to imagine New York Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer’s rookie season going any better, but getting kudos from the greatest quarterback in NFL history has got to make it a little sweeter.
Christopher Tanev News / Daily Faceoff / January 4
Leafs' Chris Tanev may miss rest of regular season with groin injury
Whether the Toronto Maple Leafs make the playoffs or not, they might have to get there without Chris Tanev.
Colorado Avalanche News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 4
Avalanche’s Gabriel Landeskog, Devon Toews to miss 'some time'
Both Landeskog and defenseman Devon Toews will have to miss “some time,” per head coach Jared Bednar.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 6
NHL suspends Jets' Logan Stanley in wake of Brady Tkachuk sucker-punch incident
Stanley and Tkachuk were engaged with one another, and Tkachuk ended up losing his helmet in the process.
Michael Hage News / Yardbarker / January 4
Canadiens draft pick Michael Hage faces tempered expectations
The 2024 first-round pick (21st overall) is showing good progress in his second year in the NCAA at Michigan, with 10 goals and 28 points after 20 games.
NHL News / Yardbarker / January 3
Four injury replacement options for Team USA at the Winter Olympics
Team USA will have myriad options in the event of an injury.
NHL News / Larry Brown Sports / January 5
Brady Tkachuk knocked down after wild Logan Stanley sucker punch
Ottawa Senators forward Brady Tkachuk was victimized by a punch he did not see coming during the second period of Saturday night’s game against the Winnipeg Jets.
NHL News / Yardbarker / January 3
What is Auston Matthews' ceiling after becoming Maple Leafs' all-time goal leader?
The Toronto Maple Leafs dropped a 4-3 OT decision against the New York Islanders on Saturday night, but there was one bright spot and a little bit of history for the franchise.
New York Rangers News / Daily Faceoff / January 3
Can the New York Rangers make the playoffs in 2026?
The New York Rangers have not quite had the season they have hoped for, but remain in contention for a Stanley Cup Playoff spot.
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