There are groups who have aspirations of franchises in Atlanta and Houston, among other places. … [Read more...] about Expansion not discussed at the NHL’s Board of Governors meeting, Gary Bettman says
Jeff Blashill gets his first win as coach of the Chicago Blackhawks
Jeff Blashill’s first three games with the Chicago Blackhawks were one-goal losses decided in the third period or overtime. His fourth one was a long-awaited victory. … [Read more...] about Jeff Blashill gets his first win as coach of the Chicago Blackhawks
Montreal Canadiens sign 2025 rookie of the year Lane Hutson to 8-year, $70.8M contract extension
The extension kicks in for the 2026-27 season after Lane Hutson’s rookie contract expires and runs through 2033-34. … [Read more...] about Montreal Canadiens sign 2025 rookie of the year Lane Hutson to 8-year, $70.8M contract extension
Panthers extend Jonah Gadjovich’s contract on his birthday, securing him through 2027-28
Gadjovich has six goals and three assists in 84 games over parts of three seasons with the Panthers He also had two goals — one of them against Toronto in a Game 7 win — and an assist in last season’s Stanley Cup playoffs. … [Read more...] about Panthers extend Jonah Gadjovich’s contract on his birthday, securing him through 2027-28
Matthew Schaefer turned 18 last month. The Islanders rookie hardly looked his age in his NHL debut
Matthew Schaefer jumped onto the darkened ice at PPG Paints Arena and, along with New York Islanders teammate Max Shabanov, took the traditional solo lap every player makes before their NHL debut. It’s the only time the 18-year-old Schaefer looked like a rookie all night. … [Read more...] about Matthew Schaefer turned 18 last month. The Islanders rookie hardly looked his age in his NHL debut