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Olympic Men’s Hockey Day 2 Preview: Canada and the United States kick off their gold medal chase

The men’s hockey tournament at the 2026 Winter Olympics is officially underway in Milan, with NHL players back at the marquee international competition.

NHL News / Stadium Rant / February 10

The United States’ Defense Is Gold-Medal Worthy If They Play It Right

With a roster built for scoring from forwards, the United States defenseman will have their own role to play that could surprise people. The American roster focuses on lockdown defense in addition to offensive production, two attributes the team will need if it hopes to medal in Milan.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / February 8

3 landing spots for Patrik Laine ahead of the trade deadline

Patrik Laine’s time with the Montreal Canadiens appears to be all but over. After just 57 games in the red, blue, and white, the Finnish sniper is widely expected to be on the move before the March 6 trade deadline, with reports suggesting the next time he takes the ice, it will be in a different jersey.

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Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / January 27

Hurricanes’ Nikolaj Ehlers Living up to Hype After Signing in Carolina

Heading into the 2025-26 season, Carolina Hurricanes forward Nikolaj Ehlers was seen as someone who could bring his dynamic skillset to Rod Brind’Amour’s team after 10 seasons in Winnipeg.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 24

3 Players on Denmark’s Men’s Team to Watch at the 2026 Winter Olympics

On Wednesday, Jan. 7, the Danish Ishockey Union announced its final roster for the 2026 Winter Olympics, which will be held in Milan-Cortina in February. Denmark’s first game will be on Thursday, Feb.

Carolina Hurricanes News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 17

Nikolaj Ehlers’ immediate reaction to 1st hat trick with Hurricanes

The Carolina Hurricanes didn’t hold back against a shorthanded Florida Panthers team on Friday night, demolishing the back-to-back defending Stanley Cup champions 9-1 at the Lenovo Center in Raleigh.

NHL News / Dose.ca / January 17

Top 5: Hurricanes defeat Panthers 9-1

It was another quiet Friday night in the National Hockey League yesterday, with only five games on the schedule. However, despite the small number of games, there were plenty of goals in all of them.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 17

Hurricanes, after 9-goal explosion, take aim at Devils

The Carolina Hurricanes will be hard pressed to equal their latest goal output when they face the New Jersey Devils on Saturday in Newark, N.J. It's a quick turnaround for the Hurricanes, who played a home game on Friday night.

NHL News / Yardbarker / January 17

Nikolaj Ehlers' hat trick helps Hurricanes dominate Panthers

The Carolina Hurricanes exorcised some demons on Friday night, demolishing the back-to-back defending champion Florida Panthers 9-1.

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NHL News / Field Level Media / January 16

Hurricanes exorcise demons in demolition of Panthers

Nikolaj Ehlers had a hat trick to help the Carolina Hurricanes finally break through against the Florida Panthers, winning 9-1 on Friday night at Raleigh, N.C.

Olympics News / Daily Faceoff / January 7

Denmark unveils men’s roster for 2026 Winter Olympics

One of the underdog nations heading into Italy has a roster that might spook a few teams in Milan. On Wednesday, the Danish Ice Hockey Federation revealed its roster for the 2026 Winter Olympics.

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.

Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / November 30

Bussi & Ehlers’ Combined Efforts Lead Hurricanes to 1-0 Overtime Win Over Flames

The Carolina Hurricanes hosted the Calgary Flames on Sunday, Nov. 30, as they wrapped up the second-to-last month of 2025. The Hurricanes were looking to build off their 5-1 win against the Winnipeg Jets on Friday, Nov.

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Carolina Hurricanes News / Field Level Media / November 30

Nikolaj Ehlers’ OT winner lifts Hurricanes past Flames in 1–0 duel

Nikolaj Ehlers scored with 2:08 remaining in overtime to give the Carolina Hurricanes a 1-0 victory against the Calgary Flames on Sunday in Raleigh, N.C.

Carolina Hurricanes News / The Hockey Writers / November 11

K’Andre Miller & Nikolaj Ehlers Showing Why the Hurricanes Targeted Them in the Offseason

After signing both K’Andre Miller and Nikolaj Ehlers, it seemed that the Carolina Hurricanes addressed what they needed to heading into the 2025-26 season.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 16

Fresh faces: Five players that will make the biggest impact on their new NHL team

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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 6

‘The city of Winnipeg is incredible’: Nikolaj Ehlers looks back at 10-year career with Jets

This story originally appeared on hockeysverige.se and has been translated from Swedish to English. After 10 seasons in Canada with the Winnipeg Jets, Nikolaj Ehlers is off to take on a new challenge.

Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / July 4

Ehlers Departs Winnipeg for Carolina: 3 Truths About His Jets Tenure

The Winnipeg Jets are now in their post-Nikolaj Ehlers era as the dynamic Danish forward signed a six-year deal worth $8.5 million per year with the Carolina Hurricanes on July 3.

NHL News / Field Level Media / July 3

Hurricanes sign F Nikolaj Ehlers to 6-year, $51M deal

The Carolina Hurricanes signed forward Nikolaj Ehlers on Thursday to a six-year, $51 million contract with an average annual value of $8.5 million through the 2030-31 season.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 3

Is Nikolaj Ehlers signing enough to put Hurricanes over the top?

The Carolina Hurricanes continued their strong offseason on Thursday by signing free agent forward Nikolaj Ehlers to a six-year, $51 million contract.

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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 3

Hurricanes sign Nikolaj Ehlers to six-year contract

The top remaining free agent is off the board. According to multiple reports, the Carolina Hurricanes have signed forward Nikolaj Ehlers to a six-year contract.

Winnipeg Jets News / Daily Faceoff / June 26

Report: Jets’ Nikolaj Ehlers expected to test free agency

Nikolaj Ehlers’ time with the Winnipeg Jets appears to be coming to a close. Per Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, Ehlers has informed the Jets that he will become an unrestricted free agent as of July 1.

Winnipeg Jets News / Daily Faceoff / June 17

Will Nikolaj Ehlers return to the Jets?

One of the lesser talked about free agents this summer, particularly on the higher end of the market, is Nikolaj Ehlers. The Danish winger has spent all ten seasons of his career with the Winnipeg Jets, but all signs seem to point to him going to market.