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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.

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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.

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Edmonton Oilers 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.

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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.

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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?

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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
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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.

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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.

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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
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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.

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Capitals sign Sheldon Rempal to one-year contract
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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
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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.

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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.

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Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 7
Flyers ink former first-round pick to five-year extension

Flyers ink former first-round pick to five-year extension

The Flyers have taken care of some internal business.

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The 'MLB active strikeout leaders' quiz
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NHL News / Yardbarker / July 7
Three NHL teams that are having the best offseason so far

Three NHL teams that are having the best offseason so far

While some NHL teams have mostly whiffed on their offseason performances so far, a few other teams have been crushing it and doing major work to improve their roster. Let's talk about three of the teams that have done the best job so far. 

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Five worst signings from the first day of NHL free agency
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Detroit Red Wings News / NHL Trade Talk / July 6
Oilers, Jets forwards among big misses by Red Wings GM

Oilers, Jets forwards among big misses by Red Wings GM

He is now staking his reputation squarely on the shoulders of the team’s young core.

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...and teams that have missed the mark
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No-trade clauses halt potential Edmonton moves as two players say no
Maple Leafs are reportedly interested in this free-agent center
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 6
Maple Leafs are reportedly interested in this free-agent center

Maple Leafs are reportedly interested in this free-agent center

Toronto’s desire for another top-nine forward is apparent as it takes a ’by committee’ approach to replacing Mitch Marner’s lost offense.

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NHL News / Yardbarker / July 6
Three NHL teams that have missed the mark this offseason

Three NHL teams that have missed the mark so far this offseason

There is still time for these teams to change their offseason, and one big trade can still impact things, but through the first week, these teams have dropped the ball. So far. 

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NHL News / Yardbarker / July 5
NHL Western Conference free-agency recap

NHL Western Conference free-agency recap

Here's how free agency has impacted every team in the Western Conference.

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Boston Bruins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 5
Longtime former Bruins enforcer Lyndon Byers dies at 61

Longtime former Bruins enforcer Lyndon Byers dies at 61

Following his playing career, Byers spent over 20 years as a radio personality in the Boston area.

Jordan Kyrou News / Athlon Sports / July 5
Maple Leafs reportedly interested in landing West All-Star

Maple Leafs reportedly interested in landing West All-Star

The Maple Leafs have been exploring different avenues to add to the team, and one route could see them potentially making a deal for an All-Star.

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Penn State Nittany Lions News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 7
Top prospect of 2026 NHL Draft commits to Penn State

Top prospect of 2026 NHL Draft commits to Penn State

Consider one of the best prospects in recent memory, he is undoubtedly the biggest get in Penn State program history and arguably the biggest prospect to commit to play in the NCAA.

Edmonton Oilers News / Hockey Latest / July 5
NHL legend has bold comments about Connor McDavid's future

NHL legend has bold comments about Connor McDavid's future with Oilers

Connor McDavid could potentially depart the Oilers within the next year.

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NHL News / House of Hockey / July 5
Three wingers who could be trade targets for Maple Leafs

Three talented wingers who could be trade targets for Toronto Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving has a clear mission this offseason: find the perfect running mate for Auston Matthews.

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Eastern Conference free-agency recap
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The '60-goal NHL seasons' quiz

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