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The 2025 NHL Entry Draft format is a memory of the past. On Saturday Headlines, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported that it is expected there will be big changes to the 2026 NHL Entry Draft after fan, team, and media feedback following the 2025 event.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 22

ECHL Players Release Statement, Strike Looming

Amidst ongoing negotiations for a new Collective Bargaining Agreement, the ECHL Players released a statement, shared through the Professional Hockey Players’ Association (Twitter Link).

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / December 20

Former-Canadiens Boss Joining Buffalo Sabres As Associate GM

Elliotte Friedman reported on Saturday night that the Buffalo Sabres have hired former Montreal Canadiens general manager Marc Bergevin as their next associate GM.

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Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / December 20

Elliotte Friedman reveals Edmonton Oilers goalie contingency plan after Tristan Jarry injury

The Edmonton Oilers are only a week removed from a major move at their crease but already the organization is being forced to think several moves ahead.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 19

Friedman: Maple Leafs are headed towards some ‘very uncomfortable conversations’ barring turnaround

The Toronto Maple Leafs reached what was probably their lowest point of the 2025-26 season thus far with a 4-0 loss to the Washington Capitals on Thursday night.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 19

Oilers rumors: The Sabres goalie Elliotte Friedman says could be traded to Edmonton

The Buffalo Sabres are about to undergo a slight overhaul with Jarmo Kekalainen in charge. One of the first things on his to-do list will be sorting out the three-goaltender situation, and it seems like the Edmonton Oilers might do some more adding after their Tristan Jarry acquisition.

Winnipeg Jets News / NHL Trade Talk / December 18

Friedman on the Winnipeg Jets?: They Miss Nikolaj Ehlers

On a recent edition of the FAN Hockey Show, NHL insider Elliotte Friedman broke down what he believes is going wrong with the Winnipeg Jets this season.

Vancouver Canucks News / Breakaway on SI / December 17

Canucks Defenseman Predicted to Reach Elite Heights

The Vancouver Canucks got an immediate glimpse of what they received in the Quinn Hughes blockbuster trade when their new defenseman scored a goal and added an assist in his first period wearing a Canucks uniform.

NHL News / Oilersnation / December 16

Oilers vs. Senators in Germany? Friedman believes it makes ‘too much sense’

Could the Edmonton Oilers play a game overseas in the near future? Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman believes there’s a strong chance. In his 32 Thoughts

NHL News / Oilersnation / December 16

Pagnotta talks Jarry trade, the Oilers’ backup goaltender, and a GM change in Buffalo

NHL insider David Pagnotta believes the Edmonton Oilers got to the point where they were willing to “suck it up” and include Stuart Skinner and Brett Kulak in the move to acquire Tristan Jarry, despite wanting to keep both of them.

NHL News / Oilersnation / December 12

Friedman: Oilers ‘poked around’ Sabres goaltender Alex Lyon ahead of Jarry trade

Tristan Jarry wasn’t the only goalie the Edmonton Oilers were interested in. According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman’s 32 Thoughts blog, posted Thursday night before the Jarry acquisition Friday morning, general manager Stan Bowman was looking at one of the Buffalo Sabres netminders — Alex Lyon.

Los Angeles Kings News / Dose.ca / December 12

Phillip Danault: Elliotte Friedman pours cold water on the rumors

Last night, Frank Seravalli reported that the Habs were in the thick of the race for Phillip Danault’s services. And the tipster, on top of it all, added that the whole thing could possibly be settled by December 20.

New York Islanders News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 12

Islanders rumors: Elliotte Friedman says teams ‘poking around’ for Maxim Tsyplakov trade

The New York Islanders are 5-1 in their last six games, sitting at third place in the Metropolitan Division. On Thursday, they seemingly avoided the worst-case scenario with Bo Horvat’s injury scare.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 12

Friedman: Leafs’ Matias Maccelli worth monitoring in potential trade

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matias Maccelli could soon be on the move, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reports. Maccelli was listed as a player to keep an eye on in trades and has not played since November 28.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / December 12

Friedman: ‘Talks are underway’ for the Canucks on a Quinn Hughes trade

Everything had just been rumours surrounding the Quinn Hughes trade chatter. But Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman’s latest article may have proved otherwise.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / December 11

Friedman: Brock Boeser expected to play for Canucks against Sabres following appendix issue

After some concerns that Brock Boeser would miss Thursday’s game against the Buffalo Sabres due to an issue with his appendix, it appears that he will be playing for the Vancouver Canucks anyways, according to Sportsnet NHL insider Elliotte Friedman.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / December 11

NHL Rumors: Teams Laying The Groundwork for a Potential Trade

The subject Quinn Hughes is not going away. It might ramp up even more as we approach this weekend, as the Vancouver Canucks take on the New Jersey Devils.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 8

Canucks, Red Wings have reportedly spoken about Quinn Hughes

Following up on his report from Saturday Headlines, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman has reported on another team that has spoken to the Vancouver Canucks regarding a potential trade for star defenseman Quinn Hughes.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / December 6

Devils and Canucks Trade Conversation Confirmed By Insider

Elliotte Friedman reports that the Devils and Canucks have discussed a trade that would bring defenseman Quinn Hughes to New Jersey. It’s important to note that the NHL insider stressed nothing is imminent.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / December 6

Friedman: Canucks and Devils had a conversation about Quinn Hughes

After the Vancouver Canucks sent out a memo informing teams that they’ve made their veterans – not Quinn Hughes, at this point – available for trade, Patrik Allvin and Jim Rutherford have received plenty of phone calls.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / December 1

Friedman: ‘Keep an eye on Philly’ as a destination for Canucks trades

Trade partners are starting to emerge for the Vancouver Canucks, and one that has sparked news recently is the Philadelphia Flyers. Sportsnet’s Elliotte

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / November 30

Insider Squashes Trade Request Rumor and Report of Oilers Lateral Move

In the latest 32 Thoughts, Elliotte Friedman hinted that the Edmonton Oilers were reaching a breaking point. He said that in a podcast that the Oilers might have to ask, “Is it just best for everyone to move on?” On Saturday night, Friedman got the answer to his question and updated his theory.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / November 27

Elliotte Friedman Urges Oilers to Make Goalie Move After Loss to Stars

The Edmonton Oilers’ goalie situation is under intense scrutiny once again after Tuesday’s 8–3 loss to the Dallas Stars. Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman believes the pressure to act is mounting, and he shared his view of Edmonton's netminding issues and what might come next on Wednesday's "32 Thoughts" column.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / November 22

Elliotte Friedman Sees the Canadiens Ready to Make a Move

There’s an old saying that Elliotte Friedman’s grandmother used to roll out whenever life veered sideways: “You can plan all you want—God just laughs.” If you’re a Montreal Canadiens fan right now, watching this early-season slide and a goaltending carousel that looks more like a guessing game, that line probably feels a little too true.

Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 16