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Dec 16, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse (25) and center Leon Draisaitl (29) warm up before the game against the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
4 hours ago | By Daniel Lucente

All signs point to the Edmonton Oilers saying goodbye to their expensive veteran
May 4, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA; Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka speaks to the media during an introductory news conference at Real Sports Bar and Grill. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images
5 hours ago | By Daniel Lucente

The Toronto Maple Leafs have found their coach and are waiting for his confirmation
Jun 2, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Vegas Golden Knights center Tomas Hertl (48) celebrates scoring during the third period against the Carolina Hurricanes in game one of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images
7 hours ago | By Daniel Lucente

A surprising lineup decision is the real Game 2 story
Jun 11, 2022; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning head coach Jon Cooper and New York Rangers head coach Gerard Gallant shake hands after game six of the Eastern Conference Final of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-Imagn Images
8 hours ago | By Daniel Lucente

Phone silence says everything for frustrated award winning coach hoping to get back behind NHL bench
Apr 11, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; St. Louis Blues right wing Jordan Kyrou (25) celebrates with teammates after scoring against the Chicago Blackhawks during the second period at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
9 hours ago | By Daniel Lucente

Star player's no-trade clause could decide everything for the St. Louis Blues this offseason
May 25, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Former player Claude Lemieux carries the torch before game three of the Eastern Conference Final of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs between the Carolina Hurricanes and Montreal Canadiens at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
10 hours ago | By Daniel Lucente

Claude Lemieux's standing ovation masked a deeper pain revealed by close friends
Jan 23, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Vegas Golden Knights right wing Mitch Marner (93) looks to pass the puck as Toronto Maple Leafs left wing Matias MacCelli (63) tries to defend during the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images
12 hours ago | By Daniel Lucente

Former Maple Leaf calls Mitch Marner a mouse live on air adding more to the drama
Mar 28, 2026; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Islanders head coach Patrick Roy reacts as he coaches against the Florida Panthers during the first period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
Jun 3 | By Daniel Lucente

Patrick Roy's leaked interview buzz tells us more than what was intended
Jan 14, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; Ottawa Senators left wing Brady Tkachuk (7) checks New York Islanders left wing Anders Lee (27) into the boards during the first period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images
Jun 3 | By Daniel Lucente

Contract gap that was always inevitable has forced team captain to walk away from the New York Islanders
Aug 12, 2020; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Montreal Canadiens head coach Claude Julien looks on from behind the bench against the Philadelphia Flyers in the third period in game one of the first round of the 2020 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images
Jun 3 | By Daniel Lucente

Stanley Cup winning coach Claude Julien is back behind the bench with two-year contract
Mar 19, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Florida Panthers forward A.J. Greer (10) celebrates with teammates after scoirng a goal during the first period against the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images
Jun 3 | By Daniel Lucente

Stanley Cup champion has informed Florida Panthers he will not return next season
May 4, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA; Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka speaks to the media at Real Sports Bar. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images
Jun 3 | By Daniel Lucente

Two iconic coaches appear to be the final two battling to take over the Toronto Maple Leafs
May 27, 2019; Boston, MA, USA; NHL commissioner Gary Bettman (right) and deputy commissioner Bill Daly (left) at a press conference before game one of the 2019 Stanley Cup Final between the Boston Bruins and the St. Louis Blues at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images
Jun 3 | By Daniel Lucente

Gary Bettman and Bill Daly step in over Vegas blocking Bruce Cassidy
Dec 21, 2024; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens forward Patrik Laine (92) celebrates with teammates including forward Cole Caufield (13) and forward Juraj Slafkovsky (20) and defenseman Lane Hutson (48) and forward Nick Suzuki (14) after scoring a goal against the Detroit Red Wings during the first period at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
Jun 3 | By Daniel Lucente

Three big-name players say goodbye to the Montreal Canadiens as they won't be back next season
Apr 23, 2026; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; NHL commissioner Gary Bettman speaks to the media prior to game between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Ottawa Senators in game three of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-Imagn
Jun 2 | By Daniel Lucente

Gary Bettman provides big update on his future as commissioner of the NHL
Jan 2, 2025; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey (44) and Anaheim Ducks center Mason McTavish (23) follow a flying puck in the first period at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images
Jun 2 | By Daniel Lucente

Winnipeg Jets linked to star Anaheim Ducks player by trusted insider
Jan 19, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar looks on in the first period against the Washington Capitals at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
Jun 2 | By Daniel Lucente

Jared Bednar officially finds out whether he will be staying in Colorado
Mar 15, 2026; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Morgan Rielly (44) celebrates his goal against the Minnesota Wild during the second period at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images
Jun 2 | By Daniel Lucente

Updated trade board has surprising names listed with a top Maple Leafs defenseman at number one
Apr 29, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Montreal Canadiens right wing Brendan Gallagher (11) reacts after scoring a goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning in the first period during game five of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
Jun 2 | By Daniel Lucente

Montreal Canadiens didn't just move on from long-time veteran, they made sure it hurt
Dec 7, 2024; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers defensemen Mattias Ekholm (14) knocks a puck away from St. Louis Blues forward Dylan Holloway (81) during the second period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images
Jun 2 | By Daniel Lucente

A player's new deal just made Stan Bowman and Edmonton's worst mistake permanent
Apr 26, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens right wing Cole Caufield (13) celebrates with center Nick Suzuki (14) and left wing Juraj Slafkovsky (20) his goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the second period in game four of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
Jun 2 | By Daniel Lucente

Things take a turn for the worse after Canadiens players and coaches get caught partying: "Inappropriate"
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