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Report: Kirill Kaprizov’s camp rejected record contract offer from Wild

Report: Kirill Kaprizov’s camp rejected record-breaking contract offer from Wild

The Wild are indeed prepared to make pending UFA winger Kirill Kaprizov the highest-paid player in NHL history, but even that may not be enough to get a contract extension across the finish line.

2025-2026 NHL team preview: Minnesota Wild
The 20 greatest nicknames in NHL history
The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / September 10
Maple Leafs HC paints ominous picture for Nick Robertson despite new deal

Maple Leafs HC paints ominous picture for Nick Robertson despite new deal

The Toronto Maple Leafs re-signed Nick Robertson, but it doesn't sound like that will ensure him playing time.

Craig Berube confirms Maple Leafs will not add a new assistant captain to replace Marner
The 20 greatest nicknames in NHL history
The '1961-64 Toronto Maple Leafs' quiz
St. Louis Blues News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 10
Blues prospect enters NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program

Blues prospect enters NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program

Blues prospect Zach Dean has entered the NHL/NHLPA Players’ Assistance Program and will be out indefinitely.

Which NHL teams have the longest current Stanley Cup droughts?
The 'Active NHL skaters with 1,000 games played' quiz
Utah Mammoth News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 10
Assessing the Mammoth's path to the NHL playoffs

Assessing the Mammoth's path to the NHL playoffs

The Utah Mammoth had an eventful second summer in their NHL journey, making significant progress to position the team as a playoff contender.

Which NHL teams have the longest current Stanley Cup droughts?
The 'Arizona Coyotes retired numbers' quiz
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker / September 9
Crosby doesn't slam door shut on trade rumors

Penguins' Sidney Crosby doesn't slam door shut on trade rumors

Sidney Crosby could've poured cold water over trade rumors on Monday night, but the three-time Stanley Cup champion went in a different direction. 

The Penguins' sale, and the difficulty of trading Erik Karlsson
Connor Bedard speaks out about extension talks with Blackhawks
NHL makes official decision on Oilers regarding LTIR usage
Biggest question facing each NHL East team ahead of training camp
Biggest question facing each NHL West team ahead of training camp
Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 10
Connor Bedard speaks out about extension talks with Blackhawks

Connor Bedard speaks out about contract extension talks with Blackhawks

Despite little mention of a new deal, it doesn’t seem Chicago Blackhawks fans have any reason to worry about not landing an agreement with their star.

Chicago Blackhawks’ 2025 preseason guide
The 31 longest postseason games in NHL history
The 'Stanley Cup winning Chicago Blackhawks' quiz
San Jose Sharks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 9
Pair of Sharks first-rounders were on the ice for team on Monday

Pair of Sharks first-rounders were on the ice for team on Monday

There was some concern for Sharks up-and-comer William Eklund’s health over the summer after he suffered a wrist laceration while playing in a pre-tournament game for Sweden at the World Championship.

Canadiens trade Carey Price’s contract to Sharks
Former NHLer Ryane Clowe steps down as Sharks assistant GM
Sharks’ 2025-26 has to be a prove-it season
Which NHL teams have the longest current Stanley Cup droughts?
The 'Conference champion San Jose Sharks' quiz
Evander Kane News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 10
NHL makes official decision on Oilers regarding LTIR usage

NHL makes official decision on Oilers regarding LTIR usage

The NHL’s investigation into the Oilers’ usage of long-term injured reserve last season regarding winger Evander Kane has been closed.

Which NHL teams have the longest current Stanley Cup droughts?
The 'Most goals in a Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz
Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 8
Kings in no rush to shop former No. 8 overall pick

Kings in no rush to shop former No. 8 overall pick

A front-office change brought sweeping change to the Los Angeles Kings’ blue line this summer.

Rangers hire Blake Wheeler, three others to hockey operations roles
...and hire Ryane Clowe for assistant GM role after suddenly leaving Sharks
Adam Fantilli’s camp wants to wait on extension talks with Blue Jackets
Predators sign veteran to PTO
What should Maple Leafs do with these depth players?
Adam Fantilli News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 8
Fantilli’s camp wants to wait on extension talks with Blue Jackets

Adam Fantilli’s camp wants to wait on extension talks with Blue Jackets

Last month, Columbus Blue Jackets general manager Don Waddell said he planned to initiate extension talks with center Adam Fantilli’s camp as he enters the final season of his entry-level contract. However, he wasn’t successful in doing so.

Which NHL teams have the longest current Stanley Cup droughts?
New York Rangers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 8
Rangers hire Ryane Clowe, promote Jim Sullivan and Ryan Martin

Rangers hire Ryane Clowe, promote Jim Sullivan and Ryan Martin

This news comes on the heels of Clowe’s sudden, and surprising, resignation from the San Jose Sharks’ assistant GM role.

Former NHLer Clowe steps down as Sharks assistant GM
Rangers hire Blake Wheeler, three others to hockey operations roles
New York Rangers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 8
Rangers hire Blake Wheeler, three others to hockey operations roles

Rangers hire Blake Wheeler, three others to hockey operations roles

This news will mark the beginning of Wheeler’s career behind the bench, after playing through 16 seasons in the NHL.

Rangers hire Ryane Clowe, promote Jim Sullivan and Ryan Martin
Which NHL teams have the longest current Stanley Cup droughts?
The '1,000 games player for NHL Original Six franchises' quiz
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Trade Talk Sports / September 8
What should Maple Leafs do with these depth players?

What should Maple Leafs do with these depth players?

With the new CBA and playoff salary cap coming into play faster than expected, the Toronto Maple Leafs have some tricky decisions ahead.

Easton Cowan determined to make the Maple Leafs roster out of training camp
What does a successful 2025-26 season look like for Steven Lorentz?
Which NHL teams have the longest current Stanley Cup droughts?
The '1961-64 Toronto Maple Leafs' quiz
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 7
Can Penguins defenseman Kris Letang rediscover his game?

Can Penguins defenseman Kris Letang rediscover his game?

Kris Letang has been a polarizing figure amongst Pittsburgh Penguins fans since breaking into the NHL in October 2006.

Ken Dryden's impact on NHL went beyond his playing career
Former NHLer Ryane Clowe steps down as Sharks assistant GM
Four second-year NHL players destined for breakout seasons
What should the Maple Leafs do with these depth players?
NHL trade deadline set for March 6
Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / September 6
Ken Dryden's impact on NHL went beyond his playing career

Ken Dryden's impact on NHL went beyond his playing career

Each sport has its share of figures whose impact on the game extends well beyond their playing or coaching careers. National Hockey League Hall of Fame goaltender Ken Dryden was one of those people.

Dryden dies at 78
Dryden remembered for off-ice exploits as much as six Cup wins
Statement from Maple Leafs GM on the passing of Dryden
Tributes pour in for Dryden
Dryden's journey in photos
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 5
Canadiens trade Carey Price's contract, get a player in return

Canadiens actually trade away Carey Price's contract — and get a player in return

The Montreal Canadiens have traded Carey Price’s contract.

Oilers star speaks out about his future in Edmonton amid uncertainty
Biggest question facing each NHL East team ahead of training camp
Biggest question facing each NHL West team ahead of training camp
Four second-year NHL players destined for breakout seasons
10-year NHL veteran retires
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The 'Multiple TD passes in an NFL debut' quiz
 The 'Multiple TD passes in an NFL debut' quiz
The 'Two passing and rushing touchdowns NFL games' quiz
 The 'Two passing and rushing touchdowns NFL games' quiz
The 'Longest receptions of the 2024 NFL season' quiz
 The 'Longest receptions of the 2024 NFL season' quiz
The 'College football FBS nicknames' quiz
 The 'College football FBS nicknames' quiz
Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 5
Oilers star speaks out about his future in Edmonton amid uncertainty

Oilers star speaks out about his future in Edmonton amid uncertainty

The Edmonton Oilers’ next summer will be clouded by record-setting contract negotiations.

Mattias Ekholm reveals injury that kept defender out during Oilers’ first three playoff rounds
Canadiens actually trade away Carey Price's contract — and get a player in return
Which NHL teams have the longest current Stanley Cup droughts?
The 'NHL's multiple Hart Trophy winners' quiz
NHL News / Yardbarker / September 5
Four second-year NHL players destined for breakout seasons

Four second-year NHL players destined for breakout seasons

Which second-year players are on the rise and poised for a breakout year? Let's take a look at four names.

10-year NHL veteran announces retirement
Flyers acquire Tucker Robertson from Kraken for Jon-Randall Avon
Breaking down the six remaining NHL restricted free agents
Forgotten NHL players of the 1990s who deserve more recognition
The '1,000 games player for NHL Original Six franchises' quiz
Calgary Flames News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 5
Flames sign young center to three-year extension

Flames sign young center to three-year extension

The Flames are getting their final RFA under contract. They’re putting the finishing touches on a three-year contract with forward Connor Zary worth just under $3.775M per season.

Biggest question facing each NHL Western Conference team ahead of training camp
Which NHL teams have the longest current Stanley Cup droughts?
The '1988-89 Stanley Cup-winning Calgary Flames' quiz
Edmonton Oilers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 5
10-year NHL veteran announces retirement

10-year NHL veteran announces retirement

Center Derek Ryan has decided on retirement, he told Bob Stauffer of Oilers Now on 880 CHED on Thursday.

Which NHL teams have the longest current Stanley Cup droughts?
The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz
Scott Laughton News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 4
Veteran forward hopeful for an extension with Maple Leafs

Veteran forward hopeful for an extension with Maple Leafs

During last deadline season, the Maple Leafs acquired him from the Philadelphia Flyers for a 2027 first-round pick and Nikita Grebenkin.

Scott Laughton has enjoyed living out his childhood dream with Maple Leafs
Maple Leafs GM Brad Treliving speaks out in wake of Mitch Marner's safety concerns
Which NHL teams have the longest current Stanley Cup droughts?
The '1961-64 Toronto Maple Leafs' quiz
Colorado Avalanche News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 4
Avalanche defenseman to miss up to six months after hip surgery

Avalanche defenseman to miss up to six months after hip surgery

The Colorado Avalanche have already lost one of their defenseman for a decent chunk of the 2025-26 season.

Biggest question facing each NHL Western Conference team ahead of training camp
Forgotten NHL players of the 1990s who deserve more recognition
The '2000-01 Colorado Avalanche' quiz
NHL News / Yardbarker / September 4
Biggest question facing each NHL Western Conference team ahead of training camp

Biggest question facing each NHL Western Conference team ahead of training camp

Training camp for all NHL teams will open later this month. No team will enter 2025-26 without questions, so here's the biggest one facing each team in the Western Conference.

Biggest question facing each NHL Eastern Conference team ahead of training camp
Top five most improved NHL prospects from 2024-25
Which NHL teams have the longest current Stanley Cup droughts?
The '2024-25 NHL points leaders' quiz
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 4
'Captain America' among U.S. Hockey's 2025 Hall of Fame class

Beloved 'Captain America' among U.S. Hockey's 2025 Hall of Fame class

Longtime NHL forwards Joe Pavelski, Scott Gomez and Zach Parise are the headliners of the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame’s 2025 induction class, the organization announced Wednesday.

Canadiens GM addresses potentially trading Carey Price
Leafs GM Brad Treliving speaks out in wake of Mitch Marner's safety concerns
Biggest question facing each East team ahead of training camp
Cruise Ship? Banff? Seven fun locations for future NHL Drafts
Forgotten NHL players of the 1990s who deserve more recognition
Ottawa Senators News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 3
Senators sign one of their last remaining restricted free agents

Senators sign one of their last remaining restricted free agents

A one-year extension could be exactly what the young blueliner needs to build on his momentum from the breakout year.

Senators unveil new red alternate jerseys for 2025-26 season
Biggest question facing each NHL Eastern Conference team ahead of training camp
Which NHL teams have the longest current Stanley Cup droughts?
The 'NHL All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

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