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On Sep 8, 1971, Detroit Red Wings legend Gordie Howe announced his retirement. It's been 55 years since he made the announcement, and he was 43. Howe had nagging wrist injuries and dealt with other issues at the front office.

Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Red Wings On SI / August 31

Red Wings Mount Rushmore: The Four Faces of Hockeytown

The difficult part about constructing a Detroit Red Wings Mount Rushmore isn't finding four worthy players. It's figuring out which legends to leave off.

Soccer News / Oilersnation / August 4

Why NHL Expansion to 33 teams is a bad idea for hockey

I won’t beat around the bush. I am not in support of NHL expansion. A 33rd NHL team? Is there any good reason besides billions of dollars in expansion fees?

Macklin Celebrini News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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

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Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / July 30

Alex Ovechkin’s next record could arrive much sooner than anyone realizes

Here is the strange part about Alex Ovechkin breaking Wayne Gretzky’s goals record: He is already close to doing it again.

Patrick Kane's Blackhawks return must be more than a homecoming story

Macklin Celebrini contract extension confirms the NHL is changing

What is Matthew Schaefer going to make? His contract will shock people

The Torch: Naming the best player for every year in NHL history

The five most mediocre NHL teams of the past 10 years

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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 / Professor Press Box / May 19

How the Rebel WHA Forced the NHL to Evolve

The World Hockey Association lasted just seven chaotic, fascinating seasons from 1972 to 1979 — but its impact on hockey is still felt everywhere today.

NHL News / Oilersnation / April 17

Connor McDavid wins Art Ross Trophy for sixth time, tying him for second-most all-time

The best player in the world today is taking home some more hardware after another sensational season. When the final buzzer sounded on the 2025-26 regular season, Edmonton Oilers centre Connor McDavid won the Art Ross Trophy as the leading scorer in the NHL for the sixth time in his superb career.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 31

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin makes more NHL history with another 30-goal season

Washington Capitals superstar Alex Ovechkin is already the NHL's all-time leading goal-scorer, and he keeps adding to his list of personal milestones.

Igor Shesterkin, Jacob Markstrom throw punches during goalie fight

Sabres edge Islanders for franchise's 2,000th victory

Leafs HC Craig Berube breaks silence on his future after Brad Treliving firing

Former Maple Leafs player floated as GM candidate after Treliving firing

Stars make decision on Jim Nill

NHL Legend Pushes for Expansion Team in Houston

For years, Houstonians have been wishing and hoping for an NHL expansion team. Well, according to former league legend Marty Howe, they might get their wish sooner rather than later.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / February 4

What's the deal with all these hat tricks in the NHL this season?

Everyone loves a hat trick. Well, maybe not opposing teams. Or the arena maintenance crew. But everyone else does.

25 current NHL players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

The '2024-25 NHL points leaders' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / January 11

Alex Ovechkin reaches another big milestone for Capitals

Alex Ovechkin is already the NHL's all-time leading goal-scorer, but he still keeps finding ways to reach new personal milestones for the Washington Capitals. He did it again on Sunday night against the Nashville Predators.

What the Maple Leafs gained by letting Mitch Marner go

The tables have turned on the Marner Toronto-to-Vegas move

Trade rumors around Linus Ullmark started before off-ice drama

Brady Tkachuk did not hold back on dirty Senators rumors

Kings make multiple roster moves

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

Washington Capitals News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 18

Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin passes Gordie Howe in history with latest goal scoring feat

Washington Capitals superstar Alex Ovechkin is a legend in the game of hockey. He is the greatest goal scorer of all-time, and will be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame once his career is over.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 10

Kings’ Corey Perry reaches Gordie Howe territory with goal vs. Penguins

The Los Angeles Kings opened a six-game road trip with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday afternoon in Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh struck first midway through the opening period.

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NHL News / Yardbarker / October 25

Alex Ovechkin is close to previously unimaginable milestone

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin one goal away from previously unimaginable milestone

The Washington Capitals were 5-1 winners over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Friday night, with Alex Ovechkin contributing one of the goals.

Leafs failed to trade Nick Robertson for Blue Jackets star

Joseph Woll returning to Maple Leafs from personal leave

Sharks have correct stance on struggling goalie Yaroslav Askarov

Canucks acquire Blackhawks forward in exchange for draft pick

Contender or pretender? Analyzing five surprisingly hot NHL starts

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The 20 most memorable defunct NHL teams

In the rich, storied history of the National Hockey League, there have been plenty of memorable teams to grace the ice. Especially those who no longer exist.

NHL News / Yardbarker

25 great NHL teams that somehow didn't win the Stanley Cup

Often, the presumed best team during one particular NHL season isn't the one to hoist the Stanley Cup when the campaign ends. Here's our list, in chronological order, of 25 noteworthy teams who were good enough to win it all -- but did not.

Five bounce-back candidates for 2025-26

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Best fits for fringe NHL playoff teams to complete their roster

25 best NHL teams of the 2010s

The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 21, 2025

Canadian Prime Minister and former NCAA goalie Mark Carney joins Oilers during practice

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney joined the Edmonton Oilers on the ice for practice on Thursday as the team skated at Rogers Place. No, the 60-year-old

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / February 19, 2025

Two-time Hart Trophy winner Bobby Hull posthumously diagnosed with CTE

BOSTON — Hockey Hall of Famer and two-time Hart Trophy winner Bobby Hull was posthumously diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), marking the most prominent former NHL player afflicted by the debilitating brain disease caused only by repeated blows to the head.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / November 30, 2024

Five Fascinating Facts About Gordie Howe, 'Mr. Hockey'

Gordie Howe was more than just a hockey player—he embodied the sport of hockey. With a career that transcended decades and a character that left an indelible mark on everyone he met, Howe remains a legendary figure whose life and legacy inspire hockey fans worldwide.

NHL News / Detroit Hockey Now / June 9, 2024

Former Red Wings Forward Wochy Subject of NHL Productions Documentary

Former Detroit Red Wings forward Steve Wochy is the Timex watch of the NHL. He just keeps on ticking. Not only is he the oldest living player in NHL history, he’s the first Red Wings player to celebrate his 100th birthday.

Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Hockey Now / June 5, 2024

Red Wings Icon Howe Was Multi-Sport Sensation

Imagine Detroit Red Wings legend Gordie Howe as a slugger on the diamond. Or perhaps driving the ball with authority off the tee on the links of a golf course.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 4, 2024

Who were the Oilers three stars from their first round series?

The first round of the playoffs was nothing but a formality for the Edmonton Oilers, bringing regicide to the L.A. Kings. The Oilers showed little stutter in the series.

Detroit Red Wings News / Detroit Hockey Now / December 25, 2023

Red Wings Mr. Hockey Was NHL’s Mr. Christmas

Through his quarter century of play with the Detroit Red Wings, there were many remarkable achievements reached by Gordie Howe, and numerous historic nights recorded.

Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / January 14, 2023

Captials' Alex Ovechkin tied another NHL mark against Flyers

Late in the first period, Ovechkin put a backhander by Flyers goaltender Carter Hart, securing the 17th 30-goal season of his illustrious career. Ovechkin matches Hall of Famer Mike Gartner for the most 30-plus goal campaigns in NHL history.

Flyers remain hot, trip up Capitals 3-1

Capitals look for revenge against Flyers, red-hot Travis Konecny

NHL roundup: Flyers stay hot behind Travis Konecny's hat trick

Every NHL player to score 500 goals

The 'Most goals for every NHL franchise' quiz

Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / December 23, 2022

Ovechkin scores goal No. 802 to pass Howe for second all-time

Alex Ovechkin begrudgingly scores goal No. 802, passing Gordie Howe for second all-time

After tying Gordie Howe with goal No. 801 earlier in the game, Alex Ovechkin passed the Hall of Famer, tallying an empty-net goal late in the Washington Capitals' 4-1 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Friday night.

Watch Ovi score goal No. 801 earlier

Capitals celebrates Ovechkin becoming second all-time in goals scored

Winnipeg Jets players wait after game's conclusion to congratulation Ovechkin

Ovechkin also set NHL shots record in win over Senators on Thursday

The 'Most goals for every franchise' quiz

Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / November 3, 2022