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Report: Leafs sign Nick Blankenburg to PTO

Report: Leafs sign Nick Blankenburg to PTO

The Toronto Maple Leafs are bringing another defenseman into the mix for training camp. According to a report from the Boston Globe’s Kevin Paul Dupont, the Leafs have signed defenseman Nick Blankenburg to a professional tryout contract.

Artturi Lehkonen News / Colorado Avalanche On SI / September 12
Avalanche Could Have Difficult Artturi Lehkonen Decision Coming

Avalanche Could Have Difficult Artturi Lehkonen Decision Coming

The Colorado Avalanche have quite a few decision ahead as they continue trying to build a roster that is capable of bringing another Stanley Cup home to Denver.

T.J. Hughes News / Colorado Avalanche On SI / September 10
What T.J. Hughes Could Bring to Avalanche Rookie Faceoff

What T.J. Hughes Could Bring to Avalanche Rookie Faceoff

According to reports, T.J. Hughes could very well be a budding star for the Colorado Avalanche. Heading to the 2026 Rookie Camp Faceoff, Hughes has already cemented himself as one to watch.

Colorado Avalanche News / Colorado Avalanche On SI / September 10
3 Avalanche Prospects With the Most to Gain at Rookie Faceoff

3 Avalanche Prospects With the Most to Gain at Rookie Faceoff

The Colorado Avalanche aren’t waiting until training camp starts to evaluate some of their young players. The 2026 version of the Rookie Faceoff, happening September 12 through the 15, will provide the first look.

Macklin Celebrini News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz
The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz
The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz
NHL News / Yardbarker / September 9
Leo Carlsson gives wild comment about team waiving Chris Kreider

Ducks' Leo Carlsson gives wild comment about team waiving Chris Kreider

There might not have been a more impactful contract signed in the NHL this offseason than the five-year, $90 million offer sheet Leo Carlsson signed with the Philadelphia Flyers in restricted free agency.

Ducks place Chris Kreider on waivers to terminate contract
Chris Kreider termination gives Ducks more flexibility amid Cutter Gauthier negotiations
Evan Bouchard’s contract is aging well amid the NHL’s salary cap boom
Veteran goaltender Ilya Samsonov returns to NHL on two-way contract
It may be time to end the speculation of Sidney Crosby playing elsewhere
The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz
NHL News / Yardbarker
The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Colorado Avalanche News / Colorado Avalanche On SI / September 9
Avalanche Participate in Second Annual Youth Development Camp

Avalanche Participate in Second Annual Youth Development Camp

Brock Nelson, Logan O’Connor and Josh Manson of the Colorado Avalanche were recently on the ice as guest coaches for the second annual Colorado Avalanche Youth Development Camp.

Colorado Avalanche News / Colorado Avalanche On SI / September 9
Avalanche Are About to Enter Their Most Expensive Era Yet

Avalanche Are About to Enter Their Most Expensive Era Yet

The Colorado Avalanche have spent years assembling one of hockey's most enviable collections of superstar talent. Now comes the fun part, which is keeping enough talent around them to win another Stanley Cup.

Colorado Avalanche News / Colorado Avalanche On SI / September 8
Avalanche Have 100 Points of Offense They Need to Replace

Avalanche Have 100 Points of Offense They Need to Replace

It’s laughable to say anything about the Colorado Avalanche struggling. They certainly didn’t struggle offensively last season. Finding the back of the net was not a problem.

Mitchell Heard News / Inside The Rink / September 8

ECHL: Trenton Signs Mitchell Heard, Trades Strand To Reading

The Trenton Ironhawks have announced that they’ve signed forward Mitchell Heard for the 2026-27 season. This is a solid signing for Trenton, as the get a player who can bring physicality to their lineup and has a plethora of experience under his belt.

Colorado Avalanche News / Daily Faceoff / September 8
What are the Avalanche’s plans in net?

What are the Avalanche’s plans in net?

As the Colorado Avalanche try to improve on a Presidents’ Trophy-winning 2025-26 campaign that saw them get swept by the Vegas Golden Knights in the third round, some are wondering where the Avalanche stand in the crease.

Colorado Avalanche News / Daily Faceoff / September 9
How hot is Jared Bednar's seat with Avalanche?

How hot is Jared Bednar's seat with Avalanche?

As we prepare for the 2026-27 NHL season, eyes will be on the Colorado Avalanche as they try to bounce back after a campaign that saw them win the Presidents’ Trophy, but were swept in the third round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

What are the Avalanche’s plans in net?
The 'Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz
NHL News / Yardbarker
The defining figure for every NHL franchise

The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Colorado Avalanche News / Colorado Avalanche On SI / September 7
Avalanche Have a Goaltending Decision They Didn't Expect to Make

Avalanche Have a Goaltending Decision They Didn't Expect to Make

For several years, it seemed like the Colorado Avalanche couldn’t figure out the answer for the goal. Now, they might have more answers than they know what to do with.

Gabriel Landeskog News / Colorado Avalanche On SI / September 6
Avalanche Could See a Very Different Gabriel Landeskog This Season

Avalanche Could See a Very Different Gabriel Landeskog This Season

For the last several years, the conversation surrounding Gabriel Landeskog has been about his health. Could he come back? Could he stand a full season of NHL action?

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The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz
 The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz
The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz
 The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz
The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz
 The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz
The 'NFL's active passing-leaders' quiz
 The 'NFL's active passing-leaders' quiz
Colorado Avalanche News / Daily Faceoff / September 6
What do Avalanche need to do to win Stanley Cup again?

What do Avalanche need to do to win Stanley Cup again?

The Colorado Avalanche saw one of the best seasons in recent NHL memory come to a crushing end in the Stanley Cup Playoffs when they get swept out of the Western Conference Final by the Vegas Golden Knights.

Artturi Lehkonen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 5
Extending Artturi Lehkonen Will Be A Challenge For The Avalanche

Extending Artturi Lehkonen Will Be A Challenge For The Avalanche

Heading into the summer, there were two prominent pending unrestricted free agents that Avalanche GM Joe Sakic had to contend with in terms of working

Colorado Avalanche News / Colorado Avalanche On SI / September 5
Avalanche Prospects Have Something to Prove After Brutal NHL Ranking

Avalanche Prospects Have Something to Prove After Brutal NHL Ranking

The Colorado Avalanche have been criticized lately for their prospect pool. The young crew should now have some opportunities to change that narrative.

Colorado Avalanche News / Daily Faceoff / September 5
Is Avalanche’s current core good enough?

Is Avalanche’s current core good enough?

The Colorado Avalanche were the toast of the NHL for most of last season after a historically hot start to the regular season culminated in a Presidents’ Trophy win by eight points over the next-closest team.

Colorado Avalanche News / Colorado Avalanche On SI / September 4
Avalanche Reveal Rookie Camp Roster With Several Intriguing Names

Avalanche Reveal Rookie Camp Roster With Several Intriguing Names

The Colorado Avalanche have released their 2026 Rookie Camp Roster. This development comes as the Colorado Avalanche will also be heading to the 2026 Rookie Faceoff, hosted by the San Jose Sharks organization.

Colorado Avalanche News / Colorado Avalanche On SI / September 4
Key Dates for Colorado Avalanche Training Camp Revealed

Key Dates for Colorado Avalanche Training Camp Revealed

After a long off-season, the 2026/27 campaign for some teams begins in September, and one of those teams is the Colorado Avalanche, who will open their season on TNT against the Los Angeles Kings on September 30th.

Colorado Avalanche News / The Hockey Writers / September 2
Avalanche’s Joe Sakic Has Much Smaller Margin for Error Thanks to Big Contracts

Avalanche’s Joe Sakic Has Much Smaller Margin for Error Thanks to Big Contracts

Building a winning team in the NHL might be fun and games, but when it comes time to keep that team together, business becomes much more difficult. Just ask the Colorado Avalanche, who handed out a record contract extension to superstar defenseman Cale Makar last week.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 1
Stan Kroenke will bring championship pedigree to Angels as new owner

Stan Kroenke will bring championship pedigree to Angels as new owner

Adding another Los Angeles-based franchised to his portfolio, Kroenke has reached an agreement to purchase the Los Angeles Angels.

Angels may finally have a chance to contend after owner Arte Moreno agrees to sale
Yanks could use sweet homecoming for Gerrit Cole vs. Angels
Walbert Urena shines as Angels down Yankees, end 7-game skid
The 'Active MLB 1K-hit club' quiz
Cale Makar News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 31
Cale Makar’s Negotiations Focused On Avalanche’s Long-Term Success

Cale Makar’s Negotiations Focused On Avalanche’s Long-Term Success

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar and general manager Joe Sakic sat down for questions following a record-breaking contract extension on Friday.

NHL News / Yardbarker / August 28
Cale Makar signs record-setting extension with Avalanche

Cale Makar signs record-setting extension with Avalanche

There was never a question as to whether or not the Colorado Avalanche would sign defenseman Cale Makar to a long-term contract extension. The question was always a matter of when it would get done, how many years it would be worth, and how much money it would involve.

Six potential trade destinations for Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck
Will Auston Matthews find a second gear later in his career?
Four under-the-radar PTO candidates for NHL teams to consider
Ranking the Western Conference's biggest winners this summer
Ranking the Eastern Conference's biggest winners this summer
Nick Blankenburg News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 28
Free Agent Profile: Nick Blankenburg

Free Agent Profile: Nick Blankenburg

This summer has featured a somewhat unusual free agency period. The sharp rise in the salary cap has pushed player price tags up in a general sense, but that windfall hasn’t extended to every point in the player market.

Artturi Lehkonen News / Yardbarker / August 12
Avalanche face a dilemma with longtime playoff hero

Avalanche face a dilemma with longtime playoff hero

The Colorado Avalanche know exactly what they have in Artturi Lehkonen. That doesn't mean a decision on his future will be an easy one.

Devils’ goaltending gamble could define their 2026-27 season
If Patrik Laine goes to the Maple Leafs, who leaves?
Ranking the Western Conference's biggest losers this summer
Ranking the Eastern Conference's biggest losers this summer
The top five remaining NHL restricted free agents

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