When it comes to NHL rebuilds, there are teams who seemingly live in denial, like the Ducks. Every now and then, a team such as the Coyotes actually exceeds expectations. Then there’s the Sharks, a team that (deep down) might prefer to rebuild, but could just be flat-out stuck.
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Pierre Dorion expects Senators to win: ‘The rebuild is done’
Armed with a brand-new extension, Ottawa Senators general manager Pierre Dorion made some waves during his celebratory press conference with a bold proclamation.
Marko Dano Signs In Czech Republic
Pro Hockey Rumors Marko Dano’s time in North America has come to an end, at least for now. The 26-year-old is off to the Czech…
Salary Cap Deep Dive: Vancouver Canucks
Navigating the salary cap is one of the more important tasks for any GM. Teams that can avoid total cap chaos by walking the tightrope of inking players to deals that match their value (or compensate for future value without breaking the bank) remain successful. Those that don’t see struggles and front office changes.
Montreal Canadiens Held A Press Conference Discussing The Loss Of Jesperi Kotkaniemi
Pro Hockey Rumors The Montreal Canadiens held a press conference this morning with general manager Marc Bergevin to discuss the loss of Jesperi Kotkaniemi and the subsequent acquisition of Christian Dvorak. Bergevin gave…
Hurricanes GM: Jesperi Kotkaniemi offer sheet ‘was not revenge’ for Sebastian Aho
Despite the Carolina Hurricanes' numerous references suggesting otherwise, general manager Don Waddell insists the Jesperi Kotkaniemi offer sheet wasn't about getting back at the Montreal Canadiens for doing the same to Sebastian Aho two years ago.
Four rule changes that would make the NHL better and richer
It’s nearing the end of the NHL offseason, with fans starting to think about what the return to the ice will look like, which makes it the best time to discuss changes to the league’s rules. My colleagues over at The Athletic Hockey Show got that conversation going last week. The difference between this piece and what they focused on — and ideas presented in most other articles you’ll read — is that I want the focus here to be specific: proposals that will improve the game but in ways that make the league more profitable.
5 biggest winners of the 2021 NHL Offseason, Ranked
After a busy start to the NHL offseason, most teams around the league have been relatively quiet over the last few weeks. As a result, it’s a good time to reflect on the offseason so far and determine which teams have set themselves up for success.
Coyotes trade Christian Dvorak to Canadiens for 2 picks
The Arizona Coyotes dealt forward Christian Dvorak to the Montreal Canadiens for a pair of draft picks Saturday.
Canadiens Decline To Match Jesperi Kotkaniemi Offer Sheet
The Montreal Canadiens are saying goodbye to one of their most promising young players. The team announced today that they won’t be matching the one-year, $6.1MM offer sheet tendered by the Carolina Hurricanes last weekend.
Why ‘good’ shouldn’t be good enough for full-rebuild teams like Maple Leafs
One of the best things to happen to happen to sports coverage in a long time is the success of Netflix’s Drive to Survive, a docuseries focused on F1 racing that takes noobs like myself with almost no interest in the sport behind the scenes and lays out the myriad storylines.
Filip Hronek signs three-year contract with Red Wings
The Score Filip Hronek signed a three-year contract with the Detroit Red Wings on Friday. Financial terms were not disclosed. CONTINUE TO SITE
7 2022 NHL Restricted Free Agents Who Could Use a Change of Scenery
The Carolina Hurricanes signed Montreal Canadiens center Jesperi Kotkaniemi to a one-year, $6.1 million offer sheet on Saturday, bringing some welcome excitement to the dog days of the NHL offseason. The move also likely caught the attention of several players slated to become restricted free agents next summer.
With Drake Batherson signed long-term, Senators’ focus shifts to Brady Tkachuk
The Ottawa Senators locked up a key part of their future on Friday by signing forward Drake Batherson to a six-year, $29.8 million contract.
OHL suspends Habs first-round pick Logan Mailloux indefinitely
The Ontario Hockey League has suspended London Knights defenceman Logan Mailloux indefinitely, commissioner David Branch announced Thursday.
Pittsburgh Penguins sign veteran Louis Domingue to one-year deal
The Pittsburgh Penguins signed journeyman goaltender Louis Domingue to a one-year, two-way deal worth $750,000 at the NHL level Thursday.
Zach Parise confirms agreement to join Islanders
Veteran free-agent forward Zach Parise confirmed that he agreed to terms on a contract with the New York Islanders earlier this summer, according to The Athletic's Michael Russo.
Colton Parayko gets 8-year contract extension with Blues
The St. Louis Blues are making sure Colton Parayko isn’t going anywhere. He and the franchise agreed to an 8-year contract extension on Wednesday, per the Blues website.
Avalanche signs veteran defenseman Jack Johnson to PTO contract
efenseman Jack Johnson, the No. 3 selection of the 2005 NHL draft who is 10 games shy of 1,000 for his career, agreed to a professional tryout contract with the Avalanche on Wednesday, a team spokesman confirmed.
Every NHL Team’s Best Free-Agent Signing of the Cap Era
Another year. Another shot at redemption.
Blackhawks extend Connor Murphy on four-year, $17.6M deal
The Chicago Blackhawks signed defenceman Connor Murphy to a four-year, $17.6 million contract extension on Tuesday.
Seattle Kraken, donors step in to help reinstate University of Alaska Anchorage’s hockey program
Hockey is returning to the University of Alaska Anchorage after donors, including the NHL's newest team, raised over $3 million after the program was eliminated.
Jimmy Hayes gets a special goodbye from youth hockey players lining the streets
The funeral for Jimmy Hayes was coming to an end now, and soon the procession would be making its way from St. Ann’s Church in Dorchester down Gallivan Boulevard and onto Hallet Street, passing by Florian Hall.
Preds ink Eeli Tolvanen to three-year, $4.35M deal
The Nashville Predators' power-play goals leader is back in the fold.
NHL’s Top 10 RFAs still unsigned: Latest rumours and reports
It’s a youth-driven league, folks, and the quality of the NHL's restricted free agents this summer is deep.
Sabres, Jack Eichel met with NHL, NHLPA to discuss injury dispute
With NHL training camps opening in just under one month, the Buffalo Sabres and captain Jack Eichel remain at an impasse. And even the league and players' association have not been able to help find a resolution, yet.
Leafs-Sabres outdoor game in the works for Hamilton
The NHL is eyeing a matinee NHL Heritage Classic game between the Buffalo Sabres and Toronto Maple Leafs in Hamilton, Ontario, this season, according to Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News.