NHL News & Highlights (page 48 of 89)
The latest NHL news, game recaps and previews.
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Florida Panthers Renew Operating Agreement, Ensuring Presence in Broward County Through 2033 and Beyond
The Florida Panthers and Broward County extend their deal by 5 years, keeping the team through 2033. The county invests $25M yearly; the team donates $11.7M to local causes and youth hockey.
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Flyers Stand Their Ground in Alexei Kolosov Contract Dispute Amid Goalie Prospect Standoff
The Flyers and goalie Alexei Kolosov are in a contract dispute. Kolosov prefers to play in Russia, but the Flyers want him in the NHL or AHL and won't loan him to the KHL.
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NHL Veteran Defenseman Chris Wideman Announces Retirement After Six Seasons Due to Injury
Veteran defenseman Chris Wideman retired from the NHL on Tuesday after six seasons. Wideman, 34, played last with the Montreal Canadiens, totaling 78 points in 291 career games.
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Peyton Krebs Signs Two-Year Contract Extension with Buffalo Sabres
Peyton Krebs, a restricted free agent forward, signed a two-year, $2.9 million deal with the Buffalo Sabres. Acquired from Vegas in the Eichel trade, he had 17 points and 67 PIM in 80 games.
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Detroit Red Wings Ink Lucas Raymond to Generous Eight-Year Deal
Lucas Raymond, a key Detroit Red Wings forward, signed an 8-year, $64.6M extension. The 22-year-old led the team in scoring for the 2023-24 season with 72 points.
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Calgary Flames Transform Memorial Items to Celebrate Gaudreau Brothers and Aid Local Charities
The Calgary Flames repurpose items from Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau's memorial to fund local charities. Sticks become benches, jerseys turn into blankets, and Skittles donations are matched.
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Sidney Crosby Signs Two-Year Extension with Pittsburgh Penguins, Ensuring NHL Future
Sidney Crosby signs a two-year, $8.7M AAV extension with the Pittsburgh Penguins. The three-time Stanley Cup champ enters his 20th NHL season, securing his future with the team.
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Columbus Blue Jackets Add James van Riemsdyk for Enhanced Depth, Veteran Leadership, and Playoff Experience
The Columbus Blue Jackets signed veteran forward James van Riemsdyk to a one-year deal, adding his experience and leadership to their lineup.
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Blue Jackets Seek Solace in Hockey After Tragic Loss in Gaudreau Family
Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell watches a prospects game in Buffalo, grieving Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew. Despite the loss, Waddell stresses focusing on hockey and the future, inspired by Johnny's wife's words.
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Driver Charged in Fatal Crash Involving NHL Star Johnny Gaudreau and Brother, Blood Alcohol Exceeds Legal Limit
Driver charged with killing NHL player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother had a blood alcohol level of .087%, over the legal limit in NJ, a prosecutor said. They were killed on August 29.
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Former Washington Capitals Enforcer Stephen Peat Tragically Dies in Accident
Ex-Capitals forward Stephen Peat has passed after an accident. He played 130 NHL games, netting 8 goals, 2 assists, and amassing 234 penalty minutes before retiring in 2007.
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Injury Report: New Jersey Devils' Luke Hughes Sidelined for 6-8 Weeks, Will Miss Preseason and Season Opener
New Jersey Devils defenseman Luke Hughes is out for 6-8 weeks due to a shoulder injury. He will miss the preseason and the first eight regular-season games.
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Seattle Kraken Secure Adam Larsson with Four-Year, $21 Million Deal
Seattle Kraken sign defenseman Adam Larsson to a 4-year, $21M deal, keeping him with the team through the 2026-27 season.
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Maple Leafs Secure Robertson's Re-Signing, Resolving Trade Impasse
Toronto Maple Leafs re-sign Nick Robertson to a one-year, $875K deal after his June trade request. Robertson hit career highs in points, goals, and assists last season.
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Sidney Crosby Anticipates Contract Extension, Stays Optimistic About Revamping Penguins
Sidney Crosby plans to sign a contract extension with the Penguins soon, optimistic about the positive negotiations and aware of the challenges of retooling an aging core.
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NHL Community Grieves the Heartbreaking Loss of Beloved Siblings John and Matthew Gaudreau
NHL stars and loved ones gathered to remember the Gaudreau brothers, victims of a suspected drunk driver. Emotional eulogies were shared by family, wives, players, and executives.
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2024 U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Inductees: Celebrating Olympic Gold Medalists, NHL Legends, and Paralympic Champions
Five inductees, including Olympic hero Brianna Decker and ex-NHL stars Kevin Stevens and Matt Cullen, are set to enter the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame in December.
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Marc Staal Retires After 17 NHL Seasons, Takes on Player Development Role with Rangers
Marc Staal, retired NHL defenseman, joins the New York Rangers as a player development assistant. He played 17 seasons with the Rangers, Red Wings, Panthers, and Flyers.
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Heartbreaking Farewell: Funeral for Gaudreau Brothers Scheduled for Monday As NHL and Hockey Community Grieve
Tragedy strikes hockey as brothers John and Matthew Gaudreau perish in an accident. Funerals announced; tributes flood from fans and NHL players alike.
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Maple Leafs Sign Defenseman Marshall Rifai to Two-Year Extension
Toronto Maple Leafs' Marshall Rifai signs a 2-year extension at $775K AAV. After his NHL debut, he's played 57 games with the AHL's Marlies, earning 19 points.
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Matt Rempe: Transitioning from Enforcer to Versatile NHL Forward in Pursuit of a Steady Roster Spot
Matt Rempe, 6'9" forward, aims to be a smarter player in his first full NHL season with the Rangers. Fans loved his 71 penalty minutes in 17 games, but Rempe wants to do more. He improved over summer, aspiring to secure a spot in the Rangers' bottom-six.
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Tragic Loss: Columbus Blue Jackets Honor Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau in Touching Vigil
Columbus Blue Jackets fans and players held a candlelight vigil for Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau at Nationwide Arena. Around 1,000 people observed silence and shared memories. The team vows continued support.
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Tragic Loss in the Hockey World: Johnny Gaudreau and Brother Matthew Honored
Tributes pour in for NHL player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew after their tragic suspected DUI accident. Donations support Matthew's pregnant widow as the hockey community mourns.
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Heartbreaking Loss for Hockey: Columbus Blue Jackets' Johnny Gaudreau and Brother Perish in Car Accident
Tragic news: Johnny Gaudreau and brother Matthew were killed in a car crash while cycling in New Jersey for their sister's wedding. The driver faces charges. Tributes pour in.
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Hurricanes Sign Seth Jarvis to Long-Term $63.2 Million Deal
The Carolina Hurricanes signed Seth Jarvis to an 8-year, $63.2M extension, keeping the 22-year-old forward through the 2031-32 season. He had 33 goals and 67 points in 80 games last year.
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Carolina Hurricanes' Forward Jesper Fast Out for the Season After Neck Surgery
Carolina Hurricanes' Jesper Fast to miss season after neck surgery. The 32-year-old was injured in the regular season finale and missed the playoffs.
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Blackhawks Goalie Laurent Brossoit Out for Training Camp Following Knee Surgery
Blackhawks goalie Laurent Brossoit, 31, will miss the start of training camp after right knee surgery. Expected to return in 5-7 weeks, he will back up Petr Mrazek this season.
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Anaheim Ducks Transform Broadcast Approach: Direct-to-Consumer Streaming and Free Over-the-Air Games
The Anaheim Ducks will air 65 games over-the-air in Los Angeles and stream all games for free on Victory+ in their regional territory, replacing regional sports networks.
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San Jose Sharks Fast-Track Rebuild by Acquiring Elite Goaltending Prospect Yaroslav Askarov
The San Jose Sharks traded for goalie prospect Yaroslav Askarov from the Nashville Predators. Askarov, the 11th pick in the 2020 NHL Draft, will vie for a starting role.
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Evgeny Kuznetsov Heads to Russia, Signs with SKA Saint Petersburg in the KHL
Evgeny Kuznetsov heads back to Russia after ending his contract with the Carolina Hurricanes. The ex-Capitals center signs a four-year deal with SKA Saint Petersburg in the KHL.