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NHL News / Field Level Media / October 16
Banged-up Sharks aim to shed 'losing mentality' at Mammoth
The San Jose Sharks will be without one veteran defenseman, and possibly two, when they visit the Utah Mammoth on Friday night in Salt Lake City. Timothy Liljegren is definitely out and John Klingberg may also miss the game.
San Jose Sharks News / Daily Faceoff / October 15
Sharks’ Liljegren, Klingberg day-to-day with injuries
The San Jose Sharks were without two of their defenseman at Wednesday’s practice, and head coach Ryan Warsofsky provided an update on their status. Swedish
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 27
Ducks' C Jansen Harkins injured, to miss approximately eight weeks
Having just locked up Mason McTavish, the Anaheim Ducks have more news affecting their forward core.
The 'NHL Norris Trophy winners' quiz
Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then?
NHL News / Oilersnation / September 24
Buying Atro Leppänen stock because of his elite puck skills
I won’t wax lyrical here about my intense study of preseason hockey. I’ll spare you. I didn’t watch live on Sunday because it interfered with my staunch religious beliefs (NFL football and my sad-sack New York Giants) and only chunks of each game afterward.
Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?
NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.
San Jose Sharks News / Daily Faceoff / September 23
Sharks’ Colin White out for couple weeks; John Klingberg day-to-day
NHL training camps are open, and preseason schedules are underway. With that comes injury news and updates as clubs look to take stock of their rosters and figure out what their Opening Night lineups will look like.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 31
Have the Oilers actually improved this offseason?
Few teams have experienced as much movement this offseason as the Edmonton Oilers. After two consecutive Stanley Cup Finals losses, it was expected that management would make some adjustments, but most fans probably hoped those changes would focus on the goaltending.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / July 20
Oilers 2024-25 Report Cards: John Klingberg
As the offseason rolls on, so do the Edmonton Oilers’ player grades. The last report card graded Viktor Arvidsson, and now we turn our attention to another Swede in John Klingberg.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / July 1
Sharks sign former Oilers defenceman John Klingberg
John Klingberg is headed to the West Coast. According to Brennan Klak, the right-handed defender has agreed to a one-year deal with the San Jose Sharks.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 20
John Klingberg’s comeback tale with the Oilers could turn into a redemption story in series vs. the Stars
John Klingberg’s playoff run with the Edmonton Oilers has been nothing short of a remarkable comeback story. The 32-year-old underwent hip surgery in December 2023, and after a lengthy rehab, the Oilers signed him back in January to a one-year deal.
Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / May 10
Oilers’ Klingberg Has Been Pleasant Surprise in Playoffs
On Thursday (May 8), the Edmonton Oilers took a 2-0 lead in their second-round series of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs with a 5-4 overtime victory over the Vegas Golden Knights.
Edmonton Oilers News / Trade Talk Sports / May 10
Klingberg’s Hip Surgery Has Improved the Oilers’ Cup Prospects
The Edmonton Oilers’ John Klingberg saw his play decline in recent seasons. However, it wasn’t just about form—it was physical. The issue was chronic hip pain that crept into his everyday life.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 7
John Klingberg’s new hips have people taking notice: ‘A lot of people kind of wrote him off’
To say it’s been a rough road for John Klingberg might be an understatement. Since he was drafted into the league, issues with his hips plagued him, but it never held him back from being one of the game’s premier offensive defencemen.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / April 27
A look at John Klingberg’s playoff history and coming through in clutch moments
Edmonton Oilers defenceman John Klingberg missed the last 10 games of the regular season after blocking a shot in March and suffered an ankle injury. He recorded four points in the 11 regular-season games he played in, though his game had its ups and downs.
Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / April 20
Oilers make surprising blue line decision for Game 1 vs. Kings
In what might be seen as a surprising move ahead of Game 1 against the Kings, the Oilers are turning to Josh Brown as part of their blue line corps.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilers Daily / January 27
John Klingberg return to Oilers lineup delayed due to off-ice issue
The Edmonton Oilers are eagerly awaiting the addition of defenceman John Klingberg to their lineup, but unfortunately an immigration issue is holding up his return to play.
Edmonton Oilers News / Oilers Daily / January 25
John Klingberg debut game revealed by Edmonton Oilers insider
The Edmonton Oilers have a wild card joining their lineup with the addition of John Klingberg, who should enter the lineup for the team's game against the Detroit Red Wings.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / January 17
Oilers’ Salary Cap Plan and Next Move After Klingberg’s Contract
The Edmonton Oilers have signed defenseman John Klingberg to a one-year deal worth $1.35 million on Friday — $1 million plus a $350K signing bonus. But, it’s not as simple as just saying his cap hit is $1.35 million against the team’s total cap this season.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 17
Oilers Sign Defender John Klingberg to 1-Year Contract
On Friday (Jan. 17), it was revealed that defender John Klingberg was joining the Edmonton Oilers on a one-year contract worth $1 million (pro-rated) with a $350,000 bonus.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 17
Edmonton Oilers sign John Klingberg
As per TSN insider Darren Dreger, the Edmonton Oilers are singing defenseman John Klingberg. Details of the contract have not yet been released. Klingberg had recently expressed interest in returning to the National Hockey League with teams like Edmonton, the Toronto Maple Leafs, and the Ottawa Senators.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / January 15
Maple Leafs don’t need a second look at John Klingberg
Someone in the Leafs organization really wants to believe in a good comeback story. Matt Murray is presently living out his attempt to return to the NHL, with some success at the AHL level that hasn’t translated to NHL success, and now the Leafs are contemplating round two of John Klingberg to see if a newly shaved hip can revitalize his career.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / January 15
Oilers Leading Charge to Sign Klingberg, Working UFA Loophole
As per NHL insider Darren Dreger, there is an update on the talk of John Klingberg trying to make an NHL comeback. On Tuesday, Dreger reported that 5-7 teams were in the mix.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / January 15
Why a potential John Klingberg reunion makes sense for the Leafs
The Toronto Maple Leafs are reportedly in the running to bring back defenceman John Klingberg. TSN’s Darren Dreger reported Tuesday that the Leafs were one of the five-to-seven teams that expressed interest in acquiring his services, and a decision is expected within the next two weeks.
NHL News / Canucksarmy / January 14
Canucks ‘kicked tires’ on John Klingberg, not as keen as other NHL teams: report
Defenceman John Klingberg appears to be looking to make a return to the NHL, and the Vancouver Canucks are one of the teams taking a look at bringing him onto their team.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / January 14
Dreger: Maple Leafs reportedly interested in a reunion with John Klingberg
TSN’s Darren Dreger reported Tuesday morning that the Toronto Maple Leafs are reportedly interested in a reunion with defenceman John Klingberg. The Maple
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 21
John Klingberg hoping to resume NHL career
Unrestricted free agent defenseman John Klingberg will resume skating shortly after the holiday break in hopes of continuing his NHL career, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports Saturday.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / June 1, 2024
Should the Maple Leafs circle back on John Klingberg?
When John Klingberg signed a one-year $4.5-million contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs last July, he was supposed to help quarterback their power play, provide some depth on defence and help contribute to some secondary scoring.
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