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German hockey: No NHL consultation on upcoming games
The NHL's plans to play its first regular-season games in Germany is not welcome news for the German Ice Hockey League, which says the planned games conflict with the schedules of 28 professional clubs there.
Burning preseason questions for all 32 NHL teams: Quinn Hughes' future, Sharks' playoff chances, Panthers' new faces
With training camps opening up around the league, here's the biggest storyline for every club.
'Not as bad as some of the others': NHL players react to their odd NHL 27 facial scans
We asked over a dozen players about their facial scans and those of teammates that went viral. Many players were impressed with their digital avatars. Others were not.
NHL's Daly says 3rd group seeks Atlanta expansion team
The NHL is in talks with a third group seeking to bring an expansion team to Atlanta, deputy commissioner Bill Daly told ESPN on Wednesday.
Formenton joins Oilers, latest acquitted Hockey Canada player back in NHL
Alex Formenton has signed with the Edmonton Oilers, becoming the third player acquitted in the Hockey Canada sexual assault case to receive an NHL contract since the trial ended in July 2025.
Belmont Cameli and NHL Phenom Macklin Celebrini Talk ‘Off Campus,’ Olympic Heartbreak and Handling the Hype
In THR’s new series, the breakout actor and the $94 million Sharks superstar get candid about fan obsession, tuning out the noise, newfound wealth — and the cameo that almost happened.
NHL on ESPN schedule: Where to watch 2026-27 games
ESPN's 2026-27 regular-season NHL schedule features 100 exclusive games.
NHL referee wins 4th Canadian Men's Mid-Amateur
NHL referee Garrett Rank won his fourth Canadian Men's Mid-Amateur Championship on Friday.
2027 NHL draft prospect watch list: Who are the top prospects heading into the season?
With the Hlinka Gretzky Cup complete, draft season is here. Here are the top skaters to watch for next June, with Landon DuPont leading the way so far.
Live NHL free agency tracker: Contract details for all the latest signings
Get up to speed on all the latest veteran additions teams are making beginning on June 30.
Prime Video Grabs Local Streaming Rights for Six NHL Teams
The Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes and Anaheim Ducks are among the teams moving to the streamer.
NHL rookie roundtable: Get to know Gavin McKenna and other top rookies
How would you want people to describe your game? Most embarrassing hockey story? We got the answers to those questions and more from some of the NHL's top rookies.
Kenan Thompson Reveals Which Movie Role Almost Made Him Quit Acting
The 'Saturday Night Live' star said the difficulty of learning how to ice skate for the hockey film made him rethink his career path when he was younger.
Electronic Arts admits to using AI voices in NHL 27: 'This process allows us to bring more variety to the game'
Electronic Arts has copped to using "AI voice technology" in the upcoming NHL 27, saying that doing so will "bring more variety to the game" and allow it to react more quickly to changes and feedback.
Start Your EA SPORTS NHL 27 Season Now With EA Play
Members can experience the all-new Connected Franchise mode, an overhauled broadcast package, and more for up to 10 hours in the early access trial.
NHL 27 Is Using AI-Generated Voiceover for In-Game Commentators, John Buccigross Says
EA Sports is using generative AI to create voiceover for its in-game commentators in NHL 27, according to veteran sports commentator John Buccigross.
NHL 27 announcer admits EA is using AI for some commentary
NHL 27 announcer John Buccigross has admitted that EA SPORTS has been using AI to generate some commentary in-game, but it is making mistakes that he has to fix.
EA Used AI To Clone John Buccigross’ Voice In NHL 27
Electronic Arts utilizes generative AI systems in its suite of development tools, and now another example has come to light.
Source: Avs GM Sakic plans to stay; no GM search scheduled
Avalanche president of hockey operations Joe Sakic will also remain general manager indefinitely with no GM search scheduled, a source told The Associated Press on Monday.
Kings' Fiala has further surgery on leg, to miss start of training camp
Kings forward Kevin Fiala will miss the start of training camp after undergoing follow-up surgery for the broken leg he sustained during the Milan Cortina Olympics.
Golden Knights give Braeden Bowman 6-year extension
Golden Knights forward Braeden Bowman signed a six-year contract extension Thursday with an average annual value of $3.4 million in what could be his first full season in Vegas.
Ex-captain Larkin to be at Red Wings camp despite trade request
Longtime captain Dylan Larkin will be at Red Wings training camp despite requesting a trade this offseason. Though Larkin will be in attendance, the team said it will begin the season without a captain.
2026 Fantasy hockey draft guide: Rankings, picks and more
Your one-stop shop for everything fantasy hockey as you prepare for your draft.
Goaltender Ingram says he's retiring from hockey at 29
Goaltender Connor Ingram says he is retiring from hockey at age 29.
Busy Canadiens sign deal with St. Louis, welcome Kreider
It was a busy Monday for the Montreal Canadiens, who signed coach Martin St. Louis to a multiyear extension just before training camp opens, and also introduced veteran forward Chris Kreider, 35, who signed a one-year contract with the club on Saturday.
Sabres sign 22-year-old Ostlund to 8-year, $52.8M contract
The Sabres are banking on forward Noah Ostlund's potential by signing the 22-year-old to an eight-year, $52.8 million contract, the team announced Monday.
Kreider, 35, back in East, lands one-year deal with Canadiens
Veteran forward Chris Kreider, 35, who has 348 goals and 632 points in his career, agreed to a one-year contract with the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday after mutually terminating his previous deal with the Anaheim Ducks earlier in the week.
Grab these defenseman before their breakout year
Everyone's looking for a breakout season before it happens. Here are the defensemen with the right opportunities.
Breakout forwards: Why Quinn, Coronato should take the next step
Sean breaks down which fantasy hockey forwards have the right conditions to break out this season.
Haul of a deal: OHL's Steelheads net 17 picks for top hockey prospect
The Ontario Hockey League's Brampton Steelheads received 17 draft picks from the Sudbury Wolves for the rights to forward prospect Tanner Adams in a blockbuster trade.
Remembering Barry Melrose, 'the unquestioned face and voice of hockey in the U.S.'
For 27 years, the iconic analyst defined the sport for audiences, leaving a legacy for those he worked with and those who watched.
Golden Knights extend Stone with 2-year, $18M deal
Golden Knights captain Mark Stone has signed a two-year contract extension with a $9 million annual value that goes through the 2028-29 season.
Red facade "evoking a hedgehog" wraps ice hockey arena by Chybík + Krištof
A zigzagging red facade and rooftop running track are among the key features of Jihlava Municipal Arena, completed by architecture studio Chybík + Krištof in the Czech Republic.
Hughes: No pressure to rush into signing extension with Wild
Quinn Hughes said he doesn't feel pressure to rush into a contract extension with the Minnesota Wild -- but expects conversations to pick up with general manager Bill Guerin heading into training camp next week.
How to draft, play and win your fantasy hockey league like an expert
It's not just who you draft, it's everything that happens after. An expert guide to play fantasy hockey like the pros.
Barry Melrose, former coach and beloved ESPN hockey analyst, dies at 70
Barry Melrose, a former NHL player and coach who was a beloved, longtime hockey analyst for ESPN, has died, his wife, Cindy, told ESPN's Steve Levy.
Jackets' Werenski thinks fan reception will be fine after turbulent offseason
Zach Werenski expects a positive reception from Blue Jackets fans after a turbulent offseason that put his future with the franchise into question.
Ducks waive Kreider as forward eyes East move
The Ducks have waived Chris Kreider, with a source saying the veteran forward expressed a desire to play closer to the East Coast.
DeBrincat cool with Larkin staying with Wings
Alex DeBrincat would welcome Dylan Larkin back on the Wings despite his trade request.
‘Smudge the Blades’ Isn’t Your ‘Heated Rivalry’-Style Canadian Hockey Drama
Cody Lightning’s feature film is all business on the ice — an underdog dramedy about a struggling Indigenous team fighting racism outside the rink.
Fantasy hockey defensemen tiers: Who to draft early and who to wait on
Use these defensemen tiers to help you plan out your fantasy hockey draft strategy.
Bruins sign forward Minten to 7-year, $50.4M deal
The Bruins have signed forward Fraser Minten to a seven-year, $50.4 million contract.
Winners and losers of Cale Makar's $163.2 million contract
The deal for Colorado's franchise defenseman set a new high benchmark for NHL players, with impacts around the league.
Former University of Michigan hockey players sue, alleging years of hazing, sexual abuse
The sixteen plaintiffs were members of the University of Michigan Men’s Hockey Team from 1984 to 2001.
Canucks defenseman Buium gets 8-year extension
The Canucks have signed defenseman Zeev Buium to an eight-year contract extension worth $9.38 million per season.
'New era': Philly arena design has Spectrum feel
The 76ers and Flyers have unveiled renderings of their new fully privately funded arena in South Philadelphia, which is targeted to open before the WNBA season in 2030.
Forward tier list: From McDavid to McMichael and every winger and center in between
Use these forward tiers to help you plan out your fantasy hockey draft strategy.
Attorney: 'Impartial' police, not ASU, should run hockey player collapse probe
The attorney representing the family of the Arizona State hockey player who collapsed during a workout has asked campus police to transfer its investigation to an impartial agency, according to a letter obtained by ESPN Thursday.
16 ex-Michigan hockey players sue over alleged sexual hazing
Sixteen former Michigan hockey players sued the university Wednesday, alleging that the team's former coaches and other school leaders turned a blind eye to decades of ritualized hazing that was sexual in nature.
MacKinnon? Celebrini? Breaking down the four candidates to go No. 1 overall
Picking first? Here are the players you should consider with the No. 1 overall pick in fantasy hockey drafts.
ASU player collapsed from heat stroke, lawyer says
Matthew Mayich, the Arizona State hockey player and Blues draft pick who collapsed in an offseason workout, suffered exertional heat stroke that reduced the flow of oxygen to his brain, his attorney told ESPN.
Blues name Thomas captain after trade rumors
The Blues have named center Robert Thomas as the 25th captain in franchise history just months after his name was heavily circulated in trade rumors.
Devils acquire Preds' Evangelista for 2 high picks
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Barry Melrose, Entertaining ESPN Hockey Analyst, Dies at 70
After 11 pro seasons as a rugged player, he led the L.A. Kings to the Stanley Cup Final in his first season as an NHL coach, then handled colorful commentary from 1994-2022.
Barry Melrose Dies: Gretzky-Era L.A. Kings Coach And Longtime ESPN Hockey Analyst Was 70
Barry Melrose, who coached the Wayne Gretzky-led Los Angeles Kings team that helped put the NHL and hockey on the map in the U.S., and who later became ESPN’s signature hockey analyst for almost two decades, died Wednesday.
Ducks to retire former captain Getzlaf's No. 15
The Anaheim Ducks will retire the number of longtime captain Ryan Getzlaf, who retired in April 2022 after a 17-year NHL career spent entirely with the same organization, during a ceremony Jan. 30.
Which fantasy hockey league is right for you?
Roto vs H2H points? Dynasty vs redraft? With all the scoring settings, roster setup and more, here's your first stop when signing up for an ESPN Fantasy Hockey league.
Populous and Moody Nolan design 76ers and Flyers arena as "landmark" for Philadelphia
Architecture studios Populous and Moody Nolan have released designs for a professional basketball and hockey arena based on the shape of Philadelphia's iconic Spectrum arena.
Barry Melrose, Former ESPN Analyst and Hockey Pro, Dies at 70
Barry Melrose, a former NHL player, coach and longtime ESPN analyst, died Wednesday.
Makar: Pressure of record deal only will push me
Avs star Cale Makar said he welcomes the pressure that comes with signing a record $163.2 million, eight-year extension.
Shuman joins Isles' ownership as limited partner
David Shuman has joined the New York Islanders' ownership group as a limited partner, subject to NHL approval.
Jets star goalie Hellebuyck confirms trade request
Three-time Vezina Trophy-winning goaltender Connor Hellebuyck publicly confirmed Thursday that he asked the Winnipeg Jets to trade him.
Blackhawks, Korchinski agree on two-year contract
On Saturday, the Chicago Blackhawks agreed to a two-year contract with defenseman Kevin Korchinski, 22, a restricted free agent who played in 53 games with Rockford of the American Hockey League last season after being the No. 7 pick in the 2022 draft.
ASU investigates workout where player collapsed
Arizona State is investigating the circumstances of a workout in which hockey player Matthew Mayich collapsed.
Scripps, PWHL Ink Media Rights Deal for 2026-27
The agreement is the first season-long TV deal for the women's hockey league.
Missing PWHL trophy found, returned to Victoire
The Montreal Victoire's missing Walter Cup championship trophy has been found after being lost during shipment and reunited with the team, the PWHL announced Monday.
Sakic 'confident' Avs lock up Makar before season
Speaking at an Avalanche alumni game, Colorado general manager Joe Sakic on Sunday reiterated the confidence he has in that a contract extension for star defenseman Cale Makar, a two-time Norris Trophy winner, will "be signed before the season starts."
Trump-Carney AI hockey video stirs anger while racking up views
A video shared by a popular account supportive of President Trump on the social platform X that depicts him repeatedly beating Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney with a hockey stick has gained traction this week amid an escalating trade fight between the U.S.
Replica of PWHL's championship trophy missing
A replica of the Walter Cup, the trophy that belongs to the Professional Women's Hockey League champion Montreal Victoire, is missing, the league told The Associated Press on Friday.
Islanders announce 'Navy Lighthouse' design as winner of fan-voted third jersey contest
The New York Islanders put the fate of their third jersey design in the hands of their fans -- and they've landed on a winning concept.
How a Sweet, Horny Hockey Show Rewrote the Rules of Independent TV
Accent Aigu Entertainment turned a $200,000 lowball offer and a rabid BookTok fandom into the game-changing global hit ‘Heated Rivalry.'
‘Heated Rivalry’ Season 2 Is on Its Way. Here’s Everything We Know So Far
Here’s everything we know so far about the second outing of everyone’s favorite gay hockey show—including its expected air date.
Austria women ice hockey team fight for future generations
Austria are getting ready for their first Women's Ice Hockey World Championship. But preparations have been overshadowed by a dispute about conditions, pay and getting men's cast-off kit. A solution now looks in sight.
Werenski reiterates Jackets' future tied to playoffs
Zach Werenski would like to remain with the Columbus Blue Jackets long term, even though there are two seasons left on his current contract.
Bruins, Oilers each get pair of Germany games
The Bruins and Oilers will each play two regular-season games in Germany in the 2027-28 season with opponents to be determined.
Hockey Canada extends international bans for 3
Three of the five hockey players acquitted of sexual assault in the 2018 Canada world junior case had their international bans extended for at least another year.
Pens sign Koivunen to 8-year deal worth $32M
The Pittsburgh Penguins made a significant investment in their future on Thursday, signing forward Ville Koivunen to an eight-year contract worth $4 million annually.
Sharks reward Graf's breakout with 3-year deal
Forward Collin Graf, who had 21 goals and 25 assists in 81 games last season, re-signed with the Sharks on a three-year deal worth $12.75 million.
Penguins sign Novak to 3-year contract extension
The Pittsburgh Penguins signed dependable forward Tommy Novak to a three-year contract extension on Friday.
Swedish team rescinds Foote deal amid fan uproar
Färjestad BK of the Swedish Elite League announced Thursday it was not going to honor Cal Foote's contract after conversations with stakeholders.