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2025 NHL Draft winners, losers

2025 NHL Draft winners, losers: Big night for Islanders but not for the fans

The first round of the 2025 NHL Draft is, finally, a wrap. There were, as always, winners and losers — teams, players and fans alike. 

Why Isles drafting Matthew Schaefer with No. 1 pick is a bit of a gamble
Future is bright for Sharks after selecting latest star prospect
Bruins may have gotten steal of the draft with No. 7 pick
Flyers make surprising selection after acquiring 12th overall pick 
Penguins draft son of longtime Oiler
The NHL announces a historic honor for Stars GM Jim Nill
New York Rangers News / TheLeafsnation / June 28
Rangers draft top-ranked best available player on Day 2

Rangers select top-ranked best available player on second day of 2025 NHL Draft

The Rangers got major value early in the second round.

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Jordan Kyrou News / NHL Trade Talk / June 28
Canadiens trade talks for Jordan Kyrou intensifying

Canadiens trade talks for Jordan Kyrou intensifying

The Montreal Canadiens appear far from finished after Friday’s blockbuster deal for defenseman Noah Dobson.

Noah Dobson trade a rare win-win for Islanders, Canadiens
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NHL News / Blade of Steel / June 28
Elliotte Friedman strongly hints at Mitch Marner's next team

Elliotte Friedman strongly hints at Mitch Marner's next team: 'I'm going to stick with that until I'm proven wrong'

Mitch Marner is the biggest name on the free-agent market this summer.

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David Pastrnak rumored to be 'heavily pursued' by the Florida Panthers, per source
2025 NHL Draft winners, losers: Big night for Islanders but not for the fans
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The 'Most goals in a Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

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How many of the 18 NHL players since the 2000 Stanley Cup Playoffs to score 10 goals in multiple postseason runs can you name in five minutes?

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Kyle Dubas News / Yardbarker / June 28
Kyle Dubas is rapidly rebuilding Penguins' barren farm system

Kyle Dubas is rapidly rebuilding Penguins' barren farm system

The vision of the Penguins' front office is starting to play out as they rapidly increase the talent level in their farm system. 

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NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / June 28
Tampering concerns cast shadow over Marner, Marchand in free agency

Tampering concerns cast shadow over Mitch Marner, Brad Marchand in free agency

With the NHL reinforcing its stance on tampering ahead of the July 1 free agency window, all eyes are on how it could affect the league’s top available name: Mitch Marner.

Maple Leafs sign star forward to four-year extension
Stanley Cup playoffs MVP re-signs with Panthers on risky contract
Every NHL player to score 500 goals
The '2024-25 NHL points leaders' quiz
NHL News / Blade of Steel / June 28
David Pastrnak rumored to be 'heavily pursued' by Panthers

David Pastrnak rumored to be 'heavily pursued' by the Florida Panthers, per source

The latest rumor surrounding Bruins superstar David Pastrnak is that he is being heavily pursued by Panthers GM Bill Zito.

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Noah Dobson trade a rare win-win for Islanders, Canadiens
Sabres' asking price from Canucks for Bowen Byram has been revealed
Florida Panthers News / Yardbarker / June 28
Stanley Cup playoffs MVP re-signs with Panthers on risky contract

Stanley Cup playoffs MVP re-signs with Panthers on risky contract

Nobody is going to blame the Panthers in the moment for doing this. That does not mean it is not without its risks. 

David Pastrnak rumored to be 'heavily pursued' by Panthers, per source
Sidney Crosby's agent has strong words for trade buzz amid Penguins rebuild
Noah Dobson trade a rare win-win for Islanders, Canadiens
Blue Jackets, Avalanche pull off huge trade involving players, draft picks
Tampering concerns casting shadow over Mitch Marner, Brad Marchand
Sabres' asking price from Canucks for Bowen Byram has been revealed
Dallas Stars News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 27
NHL announces historic honor for Stars GM Jim Nill

NHL announces historic honor for Stars GM Jim Nill

Dallas Stars GM Jim Nill has been named the 2024-25 Jim Gregory General Manager of the Year, per a league announcement. Nill has now won the award three consecutive years, becoming the first GM to achieve the three-peat.

Stanley Cup playoffs MVP re-signs with Panthers on risky contract
David Pastrnak rumored to be 'heavily pursued' by Panthers, per source
Sidney Crosby's agent has strong words for trade buzz amid Penguins rebuild
Noah Dobson trade a rare win-win for Islanders, Canadiens
Blue Jackets, Avalanche pull off huge trade involving players, draft picks
Tampering concerns casting shadow over Mitch Marner, Brad Marchand
Sabres' asking price from Canucks for Bowen Byram has been revealed
NHL News / Yardbarker / June 27
Noah Dobson trade a rare win-win for Islanders, Canadiens

Noah Dobson trade a rare win-win for Islanders, Canadiens

Here's how we would grade the Noah Dobson trade from both the Isles and Candiens' perspective.

David Pastrnak rumored to be 'heavily pursued' by Panthers, per source
Tampering concerns casting shadow over Mitch Marner, Brad Marchand
Bruins make announcement on new captaincy following Marchand's exit
Blue Jackets, Avalanche pull off huge trade involving players, draft picks
Sabres' asking price from Canucks for Bowen Byram has been revealed
NHL News / Hockey Latest / June 27
Sabres' asking price from Canucks for Bowen Byram revealed

Sabres' asking price from Canucks for Bowen Byram has been revealed

Byram, 24, is one of the most discussed trade candidates in the league this summer.

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NHL News / Blade of Steel / June 26
Bruins make announcement regarding new captaincy

Boston Bruins make announcement regarding new captaincy following Marchand's exit

The Boston Bruins moved on from captain Brad Marchand at the deadline, and now they've revealed how they'll replace him.

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Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / June 28
Sidney Crosby's agent has strong words for trade buzz

Sidney Crosby's agent has strong words for trade buzz amid Penguins rebuild

With the Penguins on the front edge of a full-scale rebuild, there has been some speculation as to what it might mean for Sidney Crosby.

Stanley Cup playoffs MVP re-signs with Panthers on risky contract
Noah Dobson trade a rare win-win for Islanders, Canadiens
David Pastrnak rumored to be 'heavily pursued' by Panthers, per source
Tampering concerns casting shadow over Mitch Marner, Brad Marchand
Bruins make announcement on new captaincy following Marchand's exit
Blue Jackets, Avalanche pull off huge trade involving players, draft picks
Sabres' asking price from Canucks for Bowen Byram has been revealed
San Jose Sharks News / Yardbarker / June 27
Future is bright for Sharks after selecting star prospect

Future is bright for Sharks after selecting latest star prospect

The San Jose Sharks may have finally turned the page.

Blackhawks receive ultimatum from draft pick Anton Frondell
Bruins may have gotten steal of the draft with No. 7 pick
Flyers make surprising selection after acquiring 12th overall pick 
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Boston Bruins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 27
Bruins may have gotten steal of the draft with No. 7 pick

Bruins may have gotten steal of the draft with No. 7 pick

James Hagens is staying in Boston, as the Bruins have selected him with the seventh overall pick.

Islanders select Matthew Schaefer No. 1 overall in 2025 NHL Draft
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New York Islanders News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 27
Why Islanders drafting Matthew Schaefer is a bit of a gamble

Why Islanders drafting Matthew Schaefer with No. 1 overall pick is a bit of a gamble

As expected, the New York Islanders have selected defenseman Matthew Schaefer.

Sharks use No. 2 overall pick to add to their young, talented forward group
Future is bright for Sharks after selecting latest star prospect
Blackhawks add another high-end forward with No. 3 overall pick
Bruins may have gotten steal of the draft with No. 7 pick
Flyers make surprising selection after acquiring 12th overall pick 
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 28
Latest NHL expansion update is bad news for Canadian hockey fans

Latest NHL expansion update is bad news for Canadian hockey fans

Where should the NHL expand?

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NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 27
Blue Jackets, Avalanche pull off massive trade involving three players, multiple draft picks

Blue Jackets, Avalanche pull off massive trade involving three players, multiple draft picks

Columbus will land a much-needed second-line center through this move.

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The 'NHL All-Star Game MVPs' quiz
John Tavares News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 27
Maple Leafs sign star forward to four-year extension

Maple Leafs sign star forward to four-year extension

Toronto gets an important piece of business accomplished, for a price well under what many Leafs fans expected.

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NHL News / House of Hockey / June 26
Three teams had trade talks with Blackhawks for No. 3 pick

Three NHL teams confirmed to have had trade talks with Blackhawks for third overall pick

The Chicago Blackhawks hold the No. 3 overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, and according to reports, several teams are trying to move up.

Maple Leafs scouting director Mark Leach outlines ‘best player available’ approach ahead of NHL Draft
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NHL News / Yardbarker / June 26
NHL mock draft 2025: Projecting the first 10 picks

NHL mock draft 2025: Projecting the first 10 picks

Thirty-two prospects will hear their name called in the first round of the NHL Draft on Friday (7 p.m. ET on ESPN, ESPN+, Disney + from Los Angeles). 

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Carolina Hurricanes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 26
Former Stanley Cup champion eyeing NHL comeback

Former Stanley Cup champion eyeing NHL comeback

He has 743 career NHL appearances, notching 173 goals and 402 assists over that span. Will a team bite?

Avalanche reportedly have already made decision on star Martin Necas
Boston Bruins make announcement regarding new captaincy following Marchand's exit
Three NHL teams confirmed to have had trade talks with Blackhawks for third overall pick
Several Canadiens players to leave the organization by Tuesday
The 25 most memorable Stanley Cup-clinching moments
The 'Active Stanley Cup Playoffs points leaders' quiz
Colorado Avalanche News / House of Hockey / June 26
Avalanche reportedly have already made decision on star Martin Necas

Avalanche reportedly have already made decision on star Martin Necas

With a talent-heavy group of forwards already on board, Colorado is once again mentioned as a team to pay attention to.

Boston Bruins make announcement regarding new captaincy following Marchand's exit
Three NHL teams confirmed to have had trade talks with Blackhawks for third overall pick
Several Canadiens players to leave the organization by Tuesday
Mitch Marner's five-word message after former Maple Leaf calls it a career
NHL mock draft 2025: Projecting the first 10 picks
NHL News / Yardbarker / June 26
NHL should shorten regular season, not extend it

NHL should shorten regular season, not extend it

Instead of adding games, the NHL should consider reducing the number of regular-season contests.

NHL's CBA extension puts league in rare position
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Anonymous NHL player Q&A: How do they really feel about the new CBA?
The 25 most memorable Stanley Cup-clinching moments
The 'Most goals in a Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / June 26
Several Canadiens players to leave the organization by Tuesday

Several Canadiens players to leave the organization by Tuesday

Only three players will be eligible for full autonomy on Tuesday.

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Boston Bruins make announcement regarding new captaincy following Marchand's exit
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The 25 most memorable Stanley Cup-clinching moments

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