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Montreal Canadiens place two top assets on the trade block

Montreal Canadiens place two top assets on the trade block

The time is ripe for movement, and the Canadiens seem poised to participate.

25 great NHL teams that somehow didn't win the Stanley Cup
The '30-goal scorers in the 2024-25 NHL season' quiz
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 29
Five teams that could define the NHL's offseason

Five teams that could define the NHL's offseason

The countdown is on for the NHL Draft (June 27-28) and start of unrestricted free agency July 1, when an unexpectedly large salary-cap increase could mean greater-than-expected spending. 

NHL releases Cup Final schedule
Is Oilers' Connor McDavid finally getting his Stanley Cup moment?
The Panthers' three-year run rivaling any South Florida has seen
NHL trade idea sends Pens' Erik Karlsson to Maple Leafs in one-for-one deal
Montreal Canadiens place two top assets on the trade block
Josh Mahura News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 30
Kraken sign veteran defenseman to two-year contract

Kraken sign veteran defenseman to two-year contract

The Seattle Kraken announced they’ve signed defenseman Josh Mahura to a two-year contract through the 2026-27 NHL season.

Kraken sign John Hayden to two-year extension
Kraken hire former Leafs associate coach Lane Lambert as head coach
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NHL News / Yardbarker / May 30
Is this finally Connor McDavid's Stanley Cup moment?

Is this finally Connor McDavid's Stanley Cup moment?

Except for a few superstars, the toughest hardware for the greatest in sports to win is most often a team title. Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid knows the struggle.

Stars HC Peter DeBoer throws goalie Jake Oettinger under the bus after Game 5 loss
Stars-Oilers takeaways: Stanley Cup Final rematch set as Edmonton advances
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Panthers' three-year run rivaling any South Florida has seen
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The 'Most goals by an American in an NHL season' quiz

The 'Most goals by an American in an NHL season' quiz

In NHL history, a U.S. born NHL player has scored 40 or more goals on 77 occasions. How many of the 77 can you name in six minutes?

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The 'Most points in one Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

The 'Most points in one Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

How many of the players with the most points in one NHL postseason can you name?

New York Islanders News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 30
Islanders make first signings under new GM

Islanders make first signings under new GM

The two signings are the first of general manager Mathieu Darche’s tenure.

Kraken hire former Islanders HC Lane Lambert for same role
Islanders’ Bo Horvat out four to six weeks with ankle injury
Insider leaks details of failed blockbuster trade between Islanders and Jets
What cities should get NHL expansion teams?
The '1979-83 New York Islanders' quiz
NHL News / House of Hockey / May 29
Canadiens reportedly favorites to land 40-goal scorer in trade

Montreal Canadiens reportedly favorites to land 40-goal scorer in offseason trade

The Canadiens took a huge leap in 2024-25, and now it appears they could be looking to target a star winger.

Oilers’ Zach Hyman done for the season, requires surgery
NHL's divisional playoff format stinks – and it's time to move on
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Dallas Stars News / Yardbarker / May 30
Stars' DeBoer throws Oettinger under the bus after Game 5 loss

Stars HC Peter DeBoer throws goalie Jake Oettinger under the bus after Game 5 loss

Dallas Stars head coach Peter DeBoer made the shocking decision to pull his starting goalie, Jake Oettinger, just seven minutes into Thursday's Game 5 of the Western Conference Final.

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NHL News / Yardbarker / May 29
Stanley Cup Final rematch set as Oilers advance

Stars-Oilers takeaways: Stanley Cup Final rematch set as Edmonton advances

Thanks to the Edmonton Oilers' 6-3 win over the Dallas Stars on Thursday night, the 2025 Stanley Cup Final is officially set.

Connor McDavid is second-fastest player to 100 postseason assists
Watch: Jeff Skinner finally scores first career playoff goal in 15th season
Stars HC Peter DeBoer throws goalie Jake Oettinger under the bus
Kraken hire new head coach
Capitals accidentally start retirement rumor about Alex Ovechkin
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Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / May 29
Watch: Oilers' Skinner finally scores first career playoff goal

Watch: Oilers' Jeff Skinner finally scores first career playoff goal in 15th season

Edmonton Oilers forward Jeff Skinner waited longer to play in his first Stanley Cup playoff game than any player in NHL history. It took him until his 15th season in the league and 1,075 regular season games before finally getting the opportunity.

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Seattle Kraken News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 29
Kraken hire former Islanders HC Lane Lambert for same role

Kraken hire former Islanders HC Lane Lambert for same role

After a long search, the Seattle Kraken have found their new bench boss.

Kraken sign John Hayden to two-year extension
Kraken sign talented prospect to entry-level contract
What cities should get NHL expansion teams?
Can you name every player who was selected in the Seattle Kraken expansion draft?
NHL News / Athlon Sports / May 29
Maple Leafs' Mitch Marner rumors take intriguing new turn

Maple Leafs' Mitch Marner rumors take intriguing new turn

The biggest name heading to the open market is star Mitch Marner.

Montreal Canadiens reportedly favorites to land 40-goal scorer in offseason trade
Two-time Stanley Cup champion could be on the move after his team missed playoffs
NHL's divisional playoff format stinks – and it's time to move on
25 great NHL teams that somehow didn't win the Stanley Cup
The '2024-25 NHL points leaders' quiz
Washington Capitals News / Larry Brown Sports / May 29
Capitals accidentally start Alex Ovechkin retirement rumor

Capitals accidentally start Alex Ovechkin retirement rumor

The Capitals are in damage control mode after accidentally claiming that next season will be Alex Ovechkin’s last. 

NHL's divisional playoff format stinks – and it's time to move on
25 great NHL teams that somehow didn't win the Stanley Cup
The 'All-time points leaders by NHL franchise' quiz
Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 29
Four-time All-Star center '100 percent committed' to NHL comeback

Four-time All-Star center '100 percent committed' to NHL comeback

Jonathan Toews hasn’t played since 2023 due to Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome and long COVID.

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The 'NHL Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz
NHL News / Athlon Sports / May 29
Trade idea sends Erik Karlsson to Leafs in one-for-one deal

NHL trade idea sends Penguins' Erik Karlsson to Maple Leafs in one-for-one deal

With another early playoff exit behind them, the Toronto Maple Leafs are expected to consider significant changes this offseason. 

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Florida Panthers News / Yardbarker / May 29
Panthers' three-year run rivaling any South Florida has seen

Panthers' three-year run rivaling any South Florida has seen

The Florida Panthers have reached their third Stanley Cup Final, and their current run is rivaling anything sports fans in South Florida have seen.

Carter Verhaeghe's key goal launches Panthers into third straight Stanley Cup Final
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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / May 28
NHL's divisional playoff format stinks – and it's time to move on

NHL's divisional playoff format stinks – and it's time to move on

It’s never been clearer that the divisional playoff format needs to go, especially after what we’ve seen this season.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 29
'Devastated for him': Connor McDavid talks Hyman injury

'Devastated for him': Oilers captain Connor McDavid talks Hyman injury, Perry's age and more ahead of Game 5

Beyond Zach Hyman himself, there may not be anybody more broken up by the winger’s wrist injury than his center iceman, Connor McDavid.

Zach Hyman injury puts even more pressure on Oilers star Connor McDavid
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Detroit Red Wings News / House of Hockey / May 28
Two-time Stanley Cup champion could be on the move

Two-time Stanley Cup champion could be on the move after his team missed playoffs

While he's frustrated with his role, he also didn't perform as well as expected either.

Red Wings defenseman likely to be traded as rift with team grows quickly
Maple Leafs' Mitch Marner rumors take intriguing new turn
Canadiens goalie leaves North America to sign massive five-year deal
Bruins reportedly shopping top forward in potential offseason shake-up
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NHL News / Yardbarker / May 29
Verhaeghe launches Panthers into third straight Stanley Cup Final

Carter Verhaeghe's key goal launches Panthers into third straight Stanley Cup Final

On Wednesday night, the Carolina Hurricanes showcased plenty of resilience in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Final, but the Florida Panthers proved they're the far better team.

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Mammoth stay busy, ink another former first-round pick to entry-level contract
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Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / May 28
Lessons learned from the NHL's conference finalists

Lessons learned from the NHL's conference finalists

Regardless of the outcome, there are lessons to learn from the NHL conference finalists Dallas, Edmonton, Florida and Carolina. 

Zach Hyman injury puts even more pressure on Oilers star Connor McDavid
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Utah Mammoth News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 28
Mammoth ink another former first-round pick to entry-level contract

Mammoth stay busy, ink another former first-round pick to entry-level contract

Defenseman Dmitri Simashev isn’t the only top Mammoth prospect to get his entry-level deal Wednesday.

Mammoth sign former No. 6 overall pick to entry-level contract
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Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / May 28
Zach Hyman injury puts even more pressure on Connor McDavid

Zach Hyman injury puts even more pressure on Oilers star Connor McDavid

The Edmonton Oilers will likely be without a key player as they look to bring home the franchise's first Stanley Cup in 35 years.

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NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 28
Insider leaks details of failed trade between Islanders, Jets

Insider leaks details of failed blockbuster trade between Islanders and Jets

New York can rest happy with how things ended up, but acquiring one of Winnipeg’s top names would have been just as lucrative.

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NHL's divisional playoff format stinks – and it's time to move on
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Utah Mammoth News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 28
Mammoth sign former No. 6 overall pick to entry-level contract

Mammoth sign former No. 6 overall pick to entry-level contract

The Mammoth announced today they’ve signed their top defense prospect to a three-year entry-level contract.

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