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Bobrovsky vs. Skinner: Who has the edge in net for the Stanley Cup Final?

Why Oilers will finally end Canada’s 32-year Stanley Cup drought

Aleksander Barkov wins Frank J. Selke Trophy, King Clancy Memorial Trophy

What cities should get NHL expansion teams?

The '2024-25 NHL points leaders' quiz

NHL News / NHL Rumors / May 2

Islanders center Mathew Barzal doesn't want out of New York

Kevin Weekes: Have been told that Western Michigan University head coach Pat Ferschweiler interviewed with the Philadelphia Flyers this week. Ferschweiler led WMU to their first NCAA Championship this season, and was a teammate of Keith Jones for two seasons.

Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 1

Pat Ferschweiler interviews for Flyers head coaching job

Western Michigan University head coach Pat Ferschweiler was interviewed by the Flyers this week for their head coaching position, ESPN’s Kevin Weekes said.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Multiple 50-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz

In the history of the NHL, a total of 46 players have scored 50 goals in a season more than once. How many of the 46 can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most points in one Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

The 'NHL's multiple Hart Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Multiple Stanley Cup Playoff hat tricks' quiz

Philadelphia Flyers News / Breakaway on SI / May 1

New Candidate Enters Flyers HC Search

The Philadelphia Flyers are in the middle of their search for a new head coach. After dismissing the veteran John Tortorella just before the 2024-2025 regular season concluded, the Flyers are one of eight NHL franchises in search of a new bench boss.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 21

The Sheet Blog: NHL coaching’s near-impossible feat

As the coaching carousel got wound up this weekend with the firings of Peter Laviolette in New York along with Anaheim Ducks bench boss Greg Cronin, I

NHL News / Athlon Sports / March 20

ESPN Analyst Drops Big Update on NHL Expansion

With less than a month left in the NHL regular season, the playoff race is heating up. Teams are battling for the final wild-card spots, while others fight for home-ice advantage.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / March 7

Sabres Negotiating Trade With Senators

The Buffalo Sabres and Ottawa Senators are reportedly finalizing the latest deal before the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline. Insider Kevin Weekes shared via his X account that the Senators and Sabres are working on a deal to swap top players.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 7

Sabres, Senators complete one of the biggest deals of trade deadline

The Ottawa Senators have confirmed one of the biggest deals of deadline day.

Capitals make surprising trade for rival's winger

Avalanche solidify status as Stanley Cup contender with Brock Nelson trade

Every Hart Trophy winner of the NHL's Expansion Era

The 'NHL All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

NHL News / NHL Rumors / February 28

Kings could show interest in Canucks forward Brock Boeser in free agency

David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period: The Krause group in Frosyth County in Georgia is proposing an entertainment district that includes plans for an 18,000 seat arena.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / February 27

Could the Kings take a run at Brock Boeser in free agency?

David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period: The Krause group in Frosyth County in Georgia is proposing an entertainment district that includes plans for an 18,000 seat arena.

NHL News / Habs Fanatics / February 6

Trade Rumblings Between the Canadiens and Sabres: New Update Has Emerged

We have an update regarding a proposed transaction speculated by some experts, involving the Montreal Canadiens and the Buffalo Sabres. We received an interesting clue yesterday when insider Kevin Weekes dropped information about Montreal's interest in young forward Dylan Cozens.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / February 5

Weekes: Maple Leafs among teams interested in Sabres’ Dylan Cozens

According to ESPN’s Kevin Weekes, the Toronto Maple Leafs are among several teams who have some level of trade interest in acquiring Buffalo Sabres centre Dylan Cozens.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pittsburgh Hockey Now / January 25

Penguins Blog: The Blockbuster, Decoding Weekes’ Tweet, Sullivan Gets Real

SEATTLE — The figurative ground beneath the hockey world shook later Friday night as the NHL trade season began with a thunderous starter’s pistol when

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The 'Golfers with multiple U.S. Open titles' quiz

The 'Most points off the bench in an NBA Finals game' quiz

The '50-goal NHL seasons since 2000-01' quiz

The '1,000-yard receivers in the 2024-25 NFL season' quiz

New Jersey Devils News / The Hockey Writers / January 23

Kevin Weekes Shares Update on Devils’ Jacob Markstrom Injury

The New Jersey Devils faced a devastating blow in their game against the Boston Bruins on Jan. 22. Jacob Markstrom exited the game earlier than anticipated after Justin Brazeau slammed into him.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / January 23

Should the Stars target Islanders center Brock Nelson?

Kevin Weekes: Have been told that Atlanta and Houston are emerging as the front-runners for NHL expansion. Many cities are interested but those two cities are progressing.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / January 21

Atlanta & Houston ‘Leading the Way’ for NHL Expansion

The NHL is working towards another expansion franchise with Atlanta and Houston leading the way as reported by ESPN’s Kevin Weekes. https://twitter.com/KevinWeekes/status/1881419907864400082

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / January 21

Report: Two Cities Leading Charge for NHL Expansion

The NHL continues to move towards another expansion with two key American cities leading the charge. According to ESPN’s Kevin Weekes, Houston and Atlanta continue to make progress towards NHL expansion.

NHL News / NY Rangers Insider / December 8

Ranger GM Chris Drury's addresses the media after Jacob Trouba claimed he threatened him

The former Rangers captain spoke with Kevin Weekes and John Buccigross and said GM Chris Drury utilized waivers as a threat to complete the trade. A messy look in the media for the Rangers GM.

Washington Capitals News / Blade of Steel / November 20

NHL Insider Kevin Weekes Drops Alarming Update: Alex Ovechkin's Injury Far Worse Than the Capitals are Saying

The Capitals officially placed Ovechkin on injured reserve today, listing him as week-to-week. This is devastating news for Capitals fans. Not only is the 39-year-old chasing down the all-time goal record, but he was red hot prior to the injury, scoring five goals in his last two games.

Boston Bruins News / NHL Trade Talk / November 5

Bruins’ Gritty Forward Getting Trade Interest From 'Several Teams'

ESPN analyst and NHL insider Kevin Weekes reported on X.com Tuesday: “In speaking to sources, several teams are interested in pending UFA (after this season) @NHLBruins Frederic.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / June 25

Betting on Joseph Woll was the right decision

Even though it can’t be made official until July 1st, as ESPN’s Kevin Weekes first reported on Monday morning, it sounds like the Leafs and Joseph Woll have all but found common ground on a three-year contract extension worth somewhere between $3.5-4 million per season.