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University of Denver head coach David Carle is no stranger to the NHL coaching rumour mill. Leading the Pioneers to three national championships in the last five years, he’s helped turn the Colorado college into one of the United States’ top hockey programs.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / August 12

How David Carle deals with constant NHL head coaching rumors

University of Denver head coach David Carle has established himself as one of the hottest names in the hockey coaching world, and for good reason. Having

NHL News / NHL Rumors / June 16

NHL Rumors: Players from other teams have concerns if Mike Babcock ends up in Edmonton; Golden Knights aren't afraid to make bold moves

Jason Gregor: A text from an NHL player agent when asked about the Edmonton Oilers coaching position, and Mike Babcock: “The opportunity to play with McDavid or Draisaitl is diminished with the potential to be coached by Babcock.

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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 / Daily Faceoff / May 7

Will a top five draft pick get traded this year?

While there are a couple of rising teams with high picks in the upcoming NHL Draft, some wonder whether those franchises are interested in trading those picks for more timely assets.

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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.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 17

NHL refs need more communication with off-ice officials

In an increasingly fast NHL, it’s harder than ever for referees to get calls right in real time, even with two referees and two linesmen on the ice at all times.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 13

Which drafted college prospects might make jump to NHL this spring?

Now that the NHL trade deadline has come and gone, there are plenty of teams either well outside the playoff picture or so securely in a playoff position that the rest of the regular season will feel a bit like playing out the string.

2026 NHL Mock Draft: Canadian teams busy in post-trade-deadline edition

Senators no longer forfeiting 2026 first-round pick

Blackhawks, Senators to play 2026 Global Series in Germany

Maple Leafs' lack of response to Radko Gudas hit disappointing, but not surprising

Blues GM Doug Armstrong Q&A: Trade Deadline, keeping Parayko/Thomas and more

Calgary Flames News / Daily Faceoff / April 1, 2025

Can flickering Flames still find their way to the playoffs?

The Calgary Flames pulled off another thrilling win on Monday night, coming back from down 2-0 in the third period to beat the Colorado Avalanche in the shootout.

Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / March 17, 2025

The Kings could cause trouble in the playoffs

Between the struggles of the Edmonton Oilers and the recent success of the Los Angeles Kings, the two are neck and neck fighting for home ice in what’s likely to be their fourth-straight first round matchup together.

Winnipeg Jets News / Daily Faceoff / November 11, 2024

The Jets don’t spend much time in the defensive zone – for a good reason

The Winnipeg Jets continue to win this season, and now they are the first team in NHL history to win 14 of their first 15 games of the season after a 4-1 win over the Dallas Stars.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / October 10, 2024

USHL president Glenn Hefferan gives insight into CHL/NCAA eligibililty

The president and commissioner of the United States Hockey League (USHL) Glenn Hefferan joined Jonny Lazarus and Colby Cohen on Morning Cuppa Hockey to discuss what has been happening between the Canadian Hockey League (CHL) and the NCAA.

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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.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / July 11, 2024

Colby Cohen: Edmonton has become a destination for unrestricted free agents

The Edmonton Oilers have been among the National Hockey League’s busiest teams thus far in the 2024 offseason, bringing in the likes of Jeff Skinner and Viktor Arvidsson in unrestricted free agency while also retaining virtually all of their own pending UFAs.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 13, 2024

Why David Quinn was a perfect hire by the Pittsburgh Penguins

Kyle Dubas and the Pittsburgh Penguins announced officially that they have brought former San Jose Sharks head coach David Quinn to their coaching staff.

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The 'Most 200-K MLB seasons' quiz

The '100-receiving-yard playoff debuts' quiz

The 'Multiple 30/30 MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Active NFL catch leaders' quiz

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 11, 2024

Panthers’ layered defense has stifled Oilers in Stanley Cup final

We’re now through two games of the Stanley Cup Final, and it has been all Florida Panthers. The Edmonton Oilers have been held to just one goal through two games, and while many are quick to blame the Oilers for their offensive struggles, it should instead be credit towards the Panthers strong defensive play so far this series.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / June 11, 2024

Oilers' margin for error is razor-thin heading home for Game 3

The Edmonton Oilers lost 4-1 to the Florida Panthers in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final Monday night, giving the Panthers a 2-0 series lead and pushing the Oilers further away from winning their sixth championship in franchise history.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 5, 2024

Daily Faceoff’s 2023-24 Stanley Cup Final picks

Two teams remain. No matter what happens in the 2023-24 Stanley Cup Final, it will feel historic. In spring of 1993, the Montreal Canadiens hoisted the Stanley Cup and, little did we know then, no Canadian team would do the same for the next three decades.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / May 28, 2024

What to make of Mitch Marner and Craig Berube’s offseason meeting

Welcome to the Toronto Maple Leafs 2024 offseason where the head coach and an assistant captain can’t have a coffee together without going viral. Yes, Leafs head coach Craig Berube has been making his rounds, trying to get to know his new players through one-on-one meetings.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / May 22, 2024

2024 Stanley Cup playoffs: Conference Final series picks

Four teams, inching toward Lord Stanley’s mug, some of whom have never won it at all, none of whom has captured it this century. The stakes feel extra high in both Conference Final matchups this spring.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 24, 2024

What’s going on with the Jets’ defensive play against the Avalanche?

The 2023-24 version of the Winnipeg Jets made it their trademark that their defensive style was among the best in hockey. It’s been documented that the Jets, who finished 52-24-6 with 110 points, second in the Central Division, went 35 straight games without allowing more than three goals in a game.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 20, 2024

2024 Stanley Cup playoff brackets: Daily Faceoff’s staff predictions

Close your eyes, throw those darts and hope you don’t embarrass yourself. That might as well be the mentality for making Stanley Cup playoff picks every year.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / March 7, 2024

A boatload of trades on Wednesday and how they affect the Maple Leafs

It’s debatable that Brad Treliving had his phone on during Wednesday when half the league decided to have an impromptu trade frenzy. And while it seems