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NHL deadline day: Trade grades

The 2020 NHL trade deadline day has come and passed, with some notable moves taking place. Sporting News hands out grades to each trade of significance that went down.

Rudi Schuller

Andreas Athanasiou trade grade

The Oilers have acquired another piece to set them up for a deep playoff run.

Jackie Spiegel

Senators trade deadline analysis

The Senators made a few deals on Monday before the NHL trade deadline

Steve Kournianos

Oilers superstar Connor McDavid returns from injury — and of course scores

The Edmonton Oilers' star got a goal and two assists in a 4-2 win over the Los Angeles Kings.

Sam Jarden

When is the NHL trade deadline 2020? Date, time, top targets

The trade deadline is fast approaching. Here's what to know, including biggest trade targets.

Jace Mallory

NHL trade deadline: Flames, Maple Leafs among Canadian teams expected to make deals

It's been a busy window already, and teams could still make more moves before the deadline passes Monday at 3 p.m. ET.

Sam Jarden

Ilya Kovalchuk trade grade: Capitals add offensive weapon from Canadiens

The veteran joins the Capitals as they prepare for another run at the Stanley Cup.

Sam Jarden

Could the Rangers trade Henrik Lundqvist?

Drafted in 2000, Lundqvist has done it all in New York but may need to head out of town to get the sports Holy Grail — the Stanley Cup.

Jackie Spiegel

How long is Connor McDavid out? Injury timeline, return date, latest updates on Edmonton Oilers star

McDavid underwent an MRI that revealed a quad injury unrelated to the leg injury that cut his season short last year.

Jace Mallory

Joel Ward on racism, importance of representation in hockey

Ward spent four seasons in Washington, D.C., and left a lasting impression after netting one of the biggest goals in franchise history.

Jackie Spiegel

Who is David Ayres? Everything you need to know about the EBUG that helped beat the Maple Leafs

Ayres, an occasional Zamboni driver, was forced into action on Saturday night after Carolina's two main goaltenders were injured.

Sam Jarden

David Ayres wins as Canes EBUG, Twitter goes wild

After losing goalies James Reimer and Petr Mrazek to injuries, the Carolina Hurricanes brought in a 42-year-old Toronto Marlies Zamboni driver to close out a 6-3 win.

Sam Ficarro

Ovi 700: Twitter reacts to milestone goal

Alex Ovechkin scored his 700th career goal Saturday against the New Jersey Devils and an outpouring of congratulations flooded Twitter.

Sam Ficarro

Ovechkin scores 700: Can 'The Great 8' catch Gretzky?

Ovechkin scored goal No. 700 Saturday against the Devils.

Jackie Spiegel

Alex Ovechkin 700: Capitals star nets milestone goal against Devils

The 34-year-old became the second-youngest player to reach the milestone.

Rudi Schuller

Ovechkin scores 700: Top 7 goals from Ovi's storied career

The Washington Capitals superstar has a laundry list of highlight-reel goals throughout this career.

Tommy McArdle

Craig Patrick remembers 'Miracle on Ice'

The United States defeated the Soviet Union and eventually won the gold medal at the 1980 Winter Olympics in Lake Placid, 40 years ago.

Tommy McArdle

Who plays on Hockey Night in Canada tonight? Time, TV channel and live stream for February 22

Winnipeg, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal and Vancouver all feature this weekend.

Sam Jarden

Detroit Red Wings approach trade deadline already eliminated from playoff contention

It has been a long, long season in the Motor City.

Sam Jarden

Ryan 'doing great' in recovering from alcohol problem

The 32-year-old says he has progressed in the player assistance program and is close to returning to the Senators' lineup.

Rudi Schuller

Latest rumors involving top trade bait ahead of deadline day

Could Chris Kreider, Sami Vatanen or Jean-Gabriel Pageau switch teams over the next few days? Sporting News rounds up the latest news and rumors on the NHL's top trade targets.

Lyle Richardson

Kings' Gabe Vilardi scores 10 seconds into first NHL shift

The 20-year-old battled through injuries to get an NHL opportunity, which he took beautifully.

Sam Jarden

Three takeaways from Leafs' win

Toronto followed up back-to-back losses with a shutout of Pittsburgh.

Jackie Spiegel

Foligno scores fancy goal

The Columbus captain became the latest star to net the highly skilled goal.

Jackie Spiegel

Ovechkin: No. 699

The legendary Capitals winger is now just one goal away from the 700 goals mark.

Sam Jarden

Sharp hones on trade deadline, Leafs, McDavid and Stanley Cup

It's that time of year when everyone's talking trades, playoffs and Cup contenders. Sharp gives his predictions and the one Canadian team he thinks can go all the way.

Jackie Spiegel

Johnsson out 6 months after knee surgery

The Maple Leafs winger left Thursday's game after colliding with teammate Kasperi Kapanen.

Sam Jarden

Top NHL candidates to be moved, by position

Sporting News rounds up the best available players at each spot on the ice as the NHL trade deadline inches closer.

Lyle Richardson

Leafs' Auston Matthews takes Rocket Richard lead

Auston Matthews scored his 43rd goal Tuesday night against the Pittsburgh Penguins to take over as the league's leading goal scorer.

Sam Ficarro

Brenden Dillon trade grades

Capitals acquired the defenseman in preparation for another deep playoff run.

Sam Ficarro

NHL power rankings: 'Schitt's Creek' edition

In an ode to "Schitt's Creek," here are the latest NHL power rankings as we head down the stretch run.

Jackie Spiegel

Tyler Toffoli trade grade: Vancouver Canucks pay hefty price for offensive threat

The Vancouver Canucks made a big splash Monday night acquiring Tyler Toffoli from the Los Angeles Kings.

Sam Ficarro

NHL trade deadline: Do Flames still need a top-six forward after recent offensive outburst?

The Calgary Flames have scored at least three goals in five of their last six games. Is acquiring a top-six forward before the trade deadline a necessity?

Sam Ficarro

Shea Weber injury update: Montreal Canadiens defenseman practices, may play on Tuesday

Weber, 34, blocked a shot against the Devils on Feb. 4. He would play one more shift before ending his night without playing in the five-minute overtime.

Jace Mallory

New Jersey Devils, once thought of as contenders, move forward with rebuild

The Devils dealt away two more of their top players Sunday as they continue to look to the future.

Sam Jarden

Blake Coleman, Nolan Foote trade grades

New Jersey's roster dismantling began in earnest on Sunday.

Steve Kournianos

Bissonnette accuses Carcillo of racist behavior: What we know

Daniel Carcillo responded to Paul Bissonnette's accusations that the former called the latter the N-word while they were minor league teammates.

Sam Ficarro

Flames' Milan Lucic thought about retiring

Just 20 games into the season, the power forward was benched during a game and was contemplating retirement.

Jackie Spiegel

Paul Bissonnette draws Daniel Carcillo into 'mud' with claims of racist behavior

On Saturday night, Bissonnette and Carcillo exchanged tweets taking aim at each other.

Jace Mallory

Rocket Richard Trophy race

Matthews' career year continued in Ottawa Saturday night.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL Stadium Series 2021: Carolina Hurricanes to host, play in franchise's first-ever outdoor game

The 2021 Stadium Series is heading to Raleigh, North Carolina.

Jackie Spiegel

San Jose Sharks' Evander Kane criticizes NHL Department of Player Safety after receiving suspension

Kane was suspended three games for elbowing Neal Pionk in the head on Friday.

Jace Mallory

Sharks star Erik Karlsson to miss rest of season with broken thumb

Karlsson broke his left thumb during Friday's game against the Jets.

Tommy McArdle

Who plays on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight?

Four games are on the slate for Feb. 15 on Hockey Night in Canada. Here's what you need to know, including time and TV channel information.

Sam Ficarro

NHL trade rumors 2020: Devils expected to be active

New Jersey has not had the season it expected and is ready to be active ahead of the NHL trade deadline.

Sam Ficarro

NHL Stadium Series 2020: How to watch Kings vs. Avalanche

For the second time ever, Colorado will host an outdoor game as the Los Angeles Kings face the Colorado Avalanche.

Sam Ficarro

Kassian suspended seven games

It's the latest in a long line of discipline issues for Edmonton's Kassian.

Sam Jarden

By the numbers: Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews' career-best 41-goal season

Here's an in-depth look at Matthews' 41 goals in the 2019-20 season.

Jace Mallory

Minnesota Wild fire head coach Bruce Boudreau

Boudreau had coached the Wild since the start of the 2016-17 season.

Tommy McArdle

Jay Bouwmeester received 'life-saving' treatment immediately after collapse, Blues GM says

The game was postponed to a later date.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

Justin Bieber taught Jimmy Fallon how to play hockey on 'The Tonight Show'

The singer-comedian duo premiered a genius idea: "Backhanded shots and backhanded compliments."

Tommy McArdle

Alexander Radulov injury update: Dallas Stars place forward on IR

Radulov, 33, missed Saturday's game against the Blues with an upper-body injury but played Tuesday against the Hurricanes.

Jace Mallory

Twitter reacts to Sedins' jersey retirement ceremony

Henrik and Daniel Sedin had legendary careers with the Vancouver Canucks, and on Wednesday the team lifted their numbers to the rafters.

Rudi Schuller

Pastrnak scores hat trick, claims NHL goals lead

Boston's 23-year-old star now has 41 goals on the season.

Rudi Schuller

Weber out 4-6 weeks with ankle injury

The Canadiens announced Wednesday that the defenseman will be out four to six weeks.

Rudi Schuller

Why Winnipeg was right to extend Maurice's contract

The veteran head coach has been with the Jets for six years and just signed a long-term extension.

Sam Jarden

What the Canadiens need at the trade deadline

The Montreal Canadiens find themselves in a tricky spot nearing the trade deadline — they can either go all-in or fold.

Jace Mallory

Jets extend Maurice, colorful quotes here to stay

Maurice's contract was up at the end of 2019-20.

Jackie Spiegel

Buchnevich jokes about his, Kreider's placing on TSN's Trade Bait List

These New York Rangers are keeping it lighthearted as we near the trade deadline and rumors begin to swirl.

Sam Ficarro

Jeremy Roenick will not return to NBC Sports: 'I am very disappointed and angry'

Roenick was suspended indefinitely for comments he made on Barstool's 'Spittin' Chiclets' podcast in December.

Jace Mallory

Maple Leafs at the deadline

With Toronto on the playoff bubble, GM Kyle Dubas has less than two weeks to improve his roster before the trade deadline.

Sam Jarden

Detroit Red Wings' Brendan Perlini cut in face by skate, receives stitches after scary play

Perlini seems to have narrowly avoided a major injury on this scary play.

Tommy McArdle

Top five moments from Sedin twins

Two words: twin telepathy.

Tommy McArdle

The 10 players most likely to be moved at NHL trade deadline

With the deadline two weeks away, the trade market is bubbling to life.

Lyle Richardson

Flames' needs at trade deadline

The Flames might look to add a scoring winger and a defenseman in a tight Western Conference playoff race.

Sam Ficarro

What the Senators need at the trade deadline

The Senators are on the outside looking in yet again as the 2019-20 season starts to wrap up.

Jace Mallory

How long is Seth Jones out? Injury timeline, return date, latest updates on Columbus Blue Jackets' All-Star

Jones finished the game on Feb. 8 against the Colorado Avalanche after crashing into the net in the first period.

Jace Mallory

Frederik Anderson won't start vs. Arizona

Newly-acquired goaltender Jack Campbell set to start third straight game against Arizona on Tuesday.

Jackie Spiegel

Matthew Tkachuk's latest between-the-legs goal is a reminder of Flames winger's undeniable stardom

The 22-year-old added to his NHL highlight reel Monday with a ridiculous goal, and Calgary can expect many more to come.

Jace Mallory

Pens finally succeed in Jason Zucker pursuit

Pens GM Jim Rutherford has long coveted the 28-year-old winger, and on Monday he paid a steep price for his services.

Rudi Schuller

What the Jets need at the trade deadline

The Jets need some help on the back end — but should they merely obtain depth for a playoff run or approach the trade deadline thinking about a larger-scale, long-term move?

Tommy McArdle

McDavid injury 'nothing serious'

The 23-year-old captain was able to finish the team's game Saturday, but only briefly participated in Monday morning's practice.

Rudi Schuller

How long is Ilya Mikheyev out? Injury timeline, return date, latest updates on Toronto Maple Leafs rookie

The 25-year-old rookie underwent surgery on his right wrist on Dec. 27 after it was cut by a skate blade during a game against the New Jersey Devils.

Tommy McArdle

What the Oilers need at the trade deadline

Sporting News has some ideas about what Edmonton general manager Ken Holland should do ahead of the Feb. 24 trade deadline.

Tommy McArdle

Coronavirus' impact on life in China could potentially cause NHL stick shortage, per report

NBC Sports analyst Pierre Maguire first suggested during an NHL broadcast on Thursday that many players are worried where their next sticks could come from.

Tommy McArdle

NHL investigating Arizona Coyotes for allegedly 'fitness testing' draft-eligible prospects, per report

League rules mandate that teams may not conduct their own physical tests of players outside of the annual NHL draft combine.

Tommy McArdle

Kovalchuk pumped after scoring OT winner

Kovalchuk, 36, netted a rebound in overtime to push the Canadiens past the Maple Leafs 2-1 on Hockey Day in Canada.

Jace Mallory

Who plays on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight? Time, TV channel and live stream in Canada for February 8

Four games are on the slate for Feb. 8 on Hockey Night in Canada. Here's what you need to know, including time and TV channel information.

Rudi Schuller

What TV channel is Alexander Ovechkin’s next game? Schedule, time for Flyers vs. Capitals

Ovechkin is two goals shy of 700 for his career — and his insane scoring pace this season means he just may reach that milestone on Saturday against the Flyers.

Tommy McArdle

Matthews scores 40th goal of season

The 22-year-old sniper grabbed a share of the NHL scoring lead despite only having one hat trick this season.

Rudi Schuller

What the Canucks need at the trade deadline

With Feb. 24 fast approaching, GM Jim Benning has some decisions to make. Sporting News has some ideas on what the Canucks need ahead of the deadline.

Rudi Schuller

Kings should go all in, trade Martinez and Toffoli

The Kings traded goaltender Jack Campbell and forward Kyle Clifford to the Toronto Maple Leafs on Wednesday.

Jace Mallory

Sharks' Hertl out for the season with knee injury

The 26-year-old forward left the game against Vancouver on Jan. 29 in the first period.

Rudi Schuller

Maple Leafs trade grade: Toronto adds needed goaltending, grit

The deal came through about an hour after the Leafs lost their second consecutive game.

Jackie Spiegel

Maple Leafs acquire Kings' Campbell, Clifford

Toronto sent forward Trevor Moore and a pair of third-round draft picks to Los Angeles.

Rudi Schuller

NHL power rankings: Contenders and pretenders

Who is trending up? Who is, unfortunately, trending down? Here are the latest NHL power rankings as we head into the stretch run.

Jackie Spiegel

Rising Stars: A look at the impact of Dallas' young talent

Miro Heiskanen, Roope Hintz and Denis Gurianov quickly became integral pieces for the Dallas Stars, all before their 24th birthdays.

Jace Mallory

Joe Thornton records 1,500th point

The 40-year-old forward had a pair of assists to help power San Jose past Calgary on Tuesday.

Rudi Schuller

Ovi scores 40th of the year, takes lead in goal scoring race

The 34-year-old sniper scored the game's final three goals as Washington defeated the LA Kings on Tuesday.

Rudi Schuller

NHL teams that could weaponize their cap space

Montreal, Anaheim and other clubs may use the pressure-filled trade deadline to target contenders looking to free up cap space.

Lyle Richardson

IIHF Hall of Fame: Canada's Ryan Smyth highlights Class of 2020 inductees

Alexei Yashin, Mark Streit, Kimmo Timonen, Mathias Seger and Ryan Smyth are joined by Mong-Won Chung as inductees into the IIHF Hall of Fame.

Jace Mallory

Three positives to take from Toronto Maple Leafs loss to Florida Panthers

Toronto couldn't hold a 3-1 lead in the third and lost 5-3 to the Florida Panthers.

Jackie Spiegel

Jets, Dustin Byfuglien reportedly working to mutually terminate contract

Byfuglien has not played at all for the Jets this season and reportedly has not yet started skating again as part of his rehab from an October ankle surgery.

Tommy McArdle

Kapanen was scratched due to arriving late for practice

Kapanen told reporters on Monday that he has previously overslept and arrived late for a practice in the past when he played in the AHL.

Tommy McArdle

Panthers believe Barkov's lower-body injury 'not serious'

Barkov left Saturday's 4-0 loss to the Montreal Canadiens in the second period with a lower-body injury.

Tommy McArdle

Philadelphia police end investigation into Flyers mascot Gritty after assault allegation

The incident reportedly happened at an event for season ticket holders at the WellsFargo Center in November.

Tommy McArdle

Edmonton Oilers star Leon Draisatil calls Calgary Flames goalie David Rittich's stick toss 'disrespectful'

Draisaitl still appeared bothered by Rittich's celebration on Wednesday even after the Oilers scored six goals on him during Edmonton's 8-3 win on Saturday.

Tommy McArdle

Edmonton Oilers vs. Calgary Flames final score: Goalie fight headlines Oilers’ blowout win in intense ‘Battle of Alberta’ game

Mike Smith and Cam Talbot went after each other during a second-period brawl that will come to define the 'Battle of Alberta' this season.

Tommy McArdle

Goalie fight headlines latest 'Battle of Alberta'

Another crazy meeting between the Edmonton Oilers and Calgary Flames took place Saturday, with the goaltenders stealing the spotlight.

Rudi Schuller

Dustin Byfuglien unlikely to play this season

The veteran blueliner has missed all 53 games this season as he mulls his future.

Rudi Schuller

Who plays on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight? Time, TV channel and live stream in Canada for February 1

Three games are on the slate for Feb. 1 on Hockey Night in Canada. Here's what you need to know, including time and TV channel information.

Rudi Schuller

What TV channel is Edmonton Oilers vs. Calgary Flames on today? Schedule, time for 'Battle of Alberta'

The intra-province rivalry continues at the Saddledome.

Jackie Spiegel

Ovechkin passes Messier for eighth-most goals in NHL history

The 34-year-old sniper scored twice against the Ottawa Senators to earn 695 career goals.

Rudi Schuller

Treliving: Giordano-McDavid collision a 'non-issue'

McDavid was shown yelling at on-ice officials shortly after Giordano tripped him up during a race to the puck on Wednesday.

Tommy McArdle

Ducks goaltender John Gibson to wear Kobe Bryant-inspired mask

The mask features Bryant's Nos. 24 and 8, as well as the names of the victims of Sunday's tragedy.

Rudi Schuller

Buffalo Sabres fan unleashes wild tirade against franchise owner on radio show

Duane, a devoted Sabres fan, is fed up.

Tommy McArdle

Boston Bruins' David Backes won't play in AHL even though he is healthy

General manager Don Sweeney said in a statement that the decision not to have Backes play with the Providence Bruins was made "in order to preserve all potential options" for both sides moving forward.

Tommy McArdle

'The Battle of Alberta' reignites: Everything to know about the Matthew Tkachuk-Zack Kassian feud

Zack Kassian's suspension ends just in time for him to play in the Oilers and Flames' next rivalry game.

Tommy McArdle

Parody account releases fake report of Devils hiring Gerard Gallant

A fake New Jersey Devils account reported former Vegas Golden Knights head coach Gerard Gallant had been hired by the New Jersey Devils.

Jace Mallory

Twitter reacts to Tkachuk-Kassian fight

The highly-anticipated match-up left some a little disappointed but it was entertaining nonetheless.

Jackie Spiegel

Quinn Hughes showing he fits in with NHL elite

Playing in just his first NHL All-Star Game, the Vancouver Canucks defenseman showcased a high level of skill that has already impressed fellow players and alumni.

Jackie Spiegel

Vancouver Canucks' Jacob Markstrom makes highlight-reel save in win over San Jose Sharks

It was one of Markstrom's 38 saves, and it was a beaut.

Jackie Spiegel

Battle of Alberta

This edition of the "Battle of Alberta" had it all, with the each team getting critical points amid a tight Pacific Division race.

Jackie Spiegel

Edmonton Oilers' Zack Kassian, Calgary Flames' Matthew Tkachuk drop the gloves in rematch

Fans at Rogers Place got what they had hoped for: a boiling rivalry that spilled over into a two-man tussle between Zack Kassian and Matthew Tkachuk.

Jace Mallory

Edmonton Oilers' Zack Kassian receives four-year contract extension

Kassian was set to become an unrestricted free agent after this season.

Jace Mallory

Washington Capitals' Alexander Ovechkin honors Kobe Bryant, wears No. 24

Ovechkin honored the late Lakers great by switching numbers during warmups.

Jackie Spiegel

Kassian focused on winning first, Tkachuk second

The 29-year-old veteran stressed the importance of Edmonton taking two points from Calgary when the Battle of Alberta resumes on Wednesday night.

Rudi Schuller

What TV channel is Calgary Flames vs. Edmonton Oilers on today? Schedule, time for 'Battle of Alberta'

The intra-province rivalry has been ramped up due to recent hostilities between Edmonton's Zack Kassian and Matthew Tkachuk of the Flames.

Rudi Schuller

NHL trade rumors 2020: Bruins, Hurricanes interested in San Jose Sharks' Brenden Dillon

Dillon, 29, is set to become an unrestricted free agent on July 1.

Jace Mallory

Top 10 trade candidates coming out of the NHL All-Star break

Here's a look at the top 10 trade candidates and their potential suitors ahead of the 2020 deadline.

Lyle Richardson

Canadiens prospect Caufield continues to elevate his game in NCAA

On Friday, Caufield recorded the first hat trick of his NCAA career to propel his rebuilding Badgers to a 6-4 win in hostile territory.

Steve Kournianos

San Jose Sharks' Patrick Marleau first player to score 1,100 points with franchise

Marleau reached the franchise milestone with a goal against the Anaheim Ducks on Monday.

Tommy McArdle

Toronto Maple Leafs rookie Rasmus Sandin scores first NHL goal

Sandin also tossed a beautiful, long-range pass to William Nylander for an assist on the game's opening score.

Tommy McArdle

World Juniors 2021: Canada names André Tourigny head coach in preparation for gold medal defense

Tourigny served as an assistant coach under Dale Hunter for Canada's gold medal win at the 2020 IIHF World Junior Championship.

Jace Mallory

Toronto Maple Leafs' Jake Muzzin says he'd love to re-sign with team

"The organization, the way they look after us, the guys here, the buzz in the city about hockey is huge."

Tommy McArdle

Vladimir Tarasenko injury update: St. Louis Blues GM says team will have better recovery timeline before trade deadline

The 27-year-old underwent surgery on his shoulder in October, but Doug Armstrong says Tarasenko's recovery timetable has him on pace to return in early April.

Tommy McArdle

Ontario Reign's Martin Frk breaks Zdeno Chara's hardest shot record in AHL skills competition

Frk unleashed a 109.2 mph slap shot to set a professional record.

Tommy McArdle

Ottawa Senators All-Star Anthony Duclair having a breakout season: 'want to keep things going'

Duclair suited up for his first NHL All-Star Game and collected five points on the night.

Jackie Spiegel

Pressing pause on Battle of Alberta results in profitable All-Star Game victory for Flames, Oilers

Calgary and Edmonton players were civil as they represented the Pacific Division in St. Louis. The truce is over now that All-Star Weekend has concluded.

Ryan Fagan

NHL All-Star Game: Hertl, Draisaitl lead Pacific to victory

The league's annual midseason showcase took place Saturday in St. Louis, with Team Pacific claiming victory.

Rudi Schuller

Five forwards who could move by NHL trade deadline

The trade deadline is Feb. 24.

Tommy McArdle

NHL All-Star Skills competition 2020: Shea Weber returns, wins Hardest Shot once again

Weber came back at age 34 and captured his fourth Hardest Shot title.

Jackie Spiegel

How to watch NHL All-Star Game today: Time, TV channel, storylines

The NHL's stars convene in St. Louis on Saturday night for an inter-division 3-on-3 tournament.

Tommy McArdle

NHL All-Star Skills: Winners, event by event

Sporting News tracked all the action from Friday's events, which saw the St. Louis goaltender win his competition on home ice.

Rudi Schuller

Panthers to host 2021 NHL All-Star Game

The league is officially announced the Panthers' successful bid at the 2020 NHL All-Star Weekend in St. Louis.

Rudi Schuller

All-Star Matthew Tkachuk's chippy controversy no surprise to Blues who watched him grow up

The feisty demeanor the left winger and his brother have on the NHL ice now was very evident when they were kiddos tagging along with their father.

Ryan Fagan

NHL playoff picture: Breaking down potential first-round matchups at the All-Star Break

If the season ended today, round one would feature a rematch of last year's Hurricanes/Capitals series as well as an all-Canada matchup in the West.

Jace Mallory

How to watch NHL All-Star Skills Competition today: Time, TV channel, storylines

The stars arrive in St. Louis for a night of entertaining events on Jan. 24.

Tommy McArdle

Charitable Battle of Alberta

The feud between Calgary Flames forward Matthew Tkachuk and Edmonton Oilers forward Zack Kassian has sparked donations to a number of charitable organizations.

Jace Mallory

NHL All-Star Game 2020: Captains, rosters, coaches for 65th annual game

Connor McDavid, Matthew Tkachuk and David Pastrnak are among the NHL's stars set to participate in the 2020 edition.

Jackie Spiegel

HL All-Star 2020: Elite Women's 3-on-3

The United States and Canada will go head-to-head in a 20-minute game during the NHL's All-Star Skills Competition.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL All-Star Skills Competition 2020: Start time, participants, events, TV channel

The 2020 NHL All-Star Skills Competition is right around the corner. Here's everything to know including TV information and the events that will take place.

Jackie Spiegel

Penguins interested in Wild forward Jason Zucker

Zucker, 28, nearly joined the Penguins in a trade for now-Arizona Coyote Phil Kessel last May, per reports.

Jace Mallory

NHL All-Star Game 2020

The 2020 NHL All-Star Game is right around the corner. Here's everything to know about hockey's midseason celebration in St. Louis, including TV information and complete rosters.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL trade rumors 2020: Detroit Red Wings' Trevor Daley reportedly desires move to playoff contender

Daley, 36, won the Stanley Cup with Pittsburgh Penguins in 2016 and 2017.

Tommy McArdle

Toronto Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews receiving treatment for sore wrist, will not participate in All-Star Weekend

The Maple Leafs forward will be replaced by Ottawa Senators' Brady Tkachuk.

Jace Mallory

Toronto Maple Leafs' Mitch Marner, Oilers' Leon Draisaitl highlight full NHL All-Star Weekend rosters

Division captains David Pastrnak, Nathan MacKinnon and Connor McDavid were selected via a fan vote earlier this month.

Tommy McArdle

Bakersfield Condors' Brandon Manning suspended by AHL for directing racial slur at opponent

Manning's comments earned him a game misconduct for unsportsmanlike conduct on Monday.

Jace Mallory

NHL trade rumors 2020: Boston Bruins seek New York Rangers' Chris Kreider as top deadline target

Kreider is considered one of the top names on the market as the league approaches its Feb. 24 deadline.

Tommy McArdle

Hurricanes play dodgeball after defeating Winnipeg

No wrenches were spotted as the Hurricanes recreated the classic 2004 Ben Stiller comedy on ice.

Rudi Schuller

Chicago Blackhawks teammates Jonathan Toews, Duncan Keith scrap during morning skate

Toews downplayed the incident to reporters, calling it "just some friendly wrestling."

Tommy McArdle

All quiet in NHL CBA talks: League, players association reportedly haven't held face-to-face meetings in months

The longer the NHL and the players' association go without extending the current CBA, the more fans and pundits will fear another lengthy labor spat in the fall of 2022.

Lyle Richardson

NHL trade rumors 2020: Five potential landing spots for New York Rangers forward Chris Kreider

Kreider, 28, is in the final year of his contract with the New York Rangers.

Jace Mallory

NHL power rankings: All-Star edition

Who is trending up? Who is, unfortunately, trending down? Here are the latest NHL power rankings as we head into the All-Star Break.

Jackie Spiegel

Diving into Corsi: Limitations, applications of hockey's 'fancy stat'

A deeper dive into the most well-known hockey analytics concept that's driving hockey today.

Mike Murphy

Connor Brown taking game to new heights with Ottawa

The former Toronto Maple Leafs forward is on the verge of setting new career highs in assists and points thanks to increased opportunity in Ottawa.

Murray Pam

Carolina Hurricanes' Justin Williams scores shootout winner in return

Williams, 38, re-signed with the Hurricanes on Jan. 7 after missing the first part of the season to mull over his NHL future.

Jace Mallory

Bruins' 2013 Game 7 comeback vs. Leafs named NHL's game of the decade

A wild third period reversed the fortunes of both teams in dramatic fashion.

Rudi Schuller

When is each NHL team's bye week? Dates, time off for all 31 teams

The first NHL bye weeks start on Jan. 18.

Tommy McArdle

Akim Aliu opens up about hazing experiences in the NHL on 'Hockey Night in Canada' interview with Ron MacLean

Aliu's allegations about former Calgary Flames head coach Bill Peters using a racial slur directed toward him led to his resigning and new NHL procedures for abusive behavior.

Jace Mallory

Edmonton Oilers' Connor McDavid moves into ninth place on franchise all-time scoring list

McDavid's 26th and 27th goals of the season helped him move up the all-time franchise leaderboard.

Tommy McArdle

Ovechkin's hat trick places him tied for ninth all-time

The man never stops scoring.

Tommy McArdle

NHL trade rumors 2020: Toronto Maple Leafs have reportedly inquired about New York Rangers goaltender Alexandar Georgiev

Georgiev's stock has risen in New York this season, but it seems he's the odd man out among the Rangers' goaltenders.

Tommy McArdle

Mathieu Perreault slams NHL player safety department

Perreault took an elbow to the face from Vancouver Canucks forward Jake Virtanen on Tuesday. Now, he's threatening to swing his stick at the next player to throw a high hit his way.

Tommy McArdle

Hamilton out indefinitely after surgery

Hamilton was in the middle of an All-Star worthy season for the Hurricanes prior to his injury on Jan. 16.

Tommy McArdle

CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game standouts

Forty of the best players in the Canadian Hockey League hit the ice for the annual event on Thursday.

Steve Kournianos

Marchand mocks himself on Twitter

Two misplays with the puck in the same week led to some self-deprecating humor from the Bruins forward.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL scrambling to ease tensions between Oilers, Flames

NHL Department of Player Safety head George Parros will reportedly attend the next "Battle of Alberta" matchup Jan. 29.

Tommy McArdle

Arizona Coyotes' Rick Tocchet replaces fired Gerard Gallant as Pacific Division coach at NHL All-Star Game

The 2020 event will be Tocchet's fourth appearance at an All-Star Game, his first as a coach.

Jackie Spiegel

Vegas Golden Knights fire coach Gerard Gallant, hire Peter DeBoer

The Golden Knights have struggled to be consistent in 2019-20.

Jackie Spiegel

Toronto Maple Leafs rookie Rasmus Sandin makes most of his opportunity after being recalled Monday

Sandin, 19, recorded two primary assists Tuesday in the Maple Leafs' 7-4 win over the New Jersey Devils.

Jace Mallory

Sidney Crosby scores, records three assists in return for Pittsburgh Penguins

The Penguins captain missed 28 games while recovering from surgery to repair a sports hernia.

Jace Mallory

Boston Bruins' Tuuka Rask takes blow to the head, leaves game vs. Blue Jackets

Rask will not return after leaving just one minute and 12 seconds into the game on Tuesday night.

Jace Mallory

Edmonton Oilers' Zack Kassian on Matthew Tkachuk: 'He messed with the wrong guy'

The Edmonton Oilers and Calgary Flames will meet again on Jan. 29 and Feb. 1.

Jace Mallory

NHL's list of sellers growing

The NHL's trade deadline is Feb. 24.

Lyle Richardson

NHL power rankings

Who is trending up? Who is, unfortunately, trending down? Here's the latest NHL power rankings as we head into the proverbial midway point.

Jackie Spiegel

Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby is back: 'I'm playing tonight' vs. Minnesota Wild

The NHL star missed the last 28 games after core muscle surgery on Nov. 14.

Jackie Spiegel

Brad Marchand overskates puck in shootout

The veteran forward didn't even manage to register a shot on the play.

Rudi Schuller

Ovechkin passes Selanne on all-time goals leaderboard

Ovechkin now has 686 goals in his career.

Tommy McArdle

Hogberg aims to prove future is now with Ottawa Senators

The 25-year-old netminder is turning heads in a recent slew of starts.

Murray Pam

Kassian suspended two games for altercation with Tkachuk

Kassian will conveniently return to the Oilers in time for their next meeting with Tkachuk and the Flames.

Tommy McArdle

Chara becomes sixth skater to play 1,000 games for Bruins

Chara sits at 18th all-time on the NHL's most games played list.

Tommy McArdle

Leafs recall Rasmus Sandin in wake of Morgan Rielly injury

Sandin played six games for the Maple Leafs earlier this season before he was sent down to the AHL.

Tommy McArdle

NHL All-Star Game to include women's 3-on-3 exhibition

The NHL reportedly expects to announce the new event later this week.

Tommy McArdle

New Jersey Devils fire general manager Ray Shero

The longtime NHL executive had served as Devils' GM since May 2015.

Rudi Schuller

How long is Sidney Crosby out? Injury timeline, return date, latest updates on Pittsburgh Penguins star

The 32-year-old has been playing through a sports hernia since training camp.

Sammi Silber

Edmonton Oilers' Zack Kassian to have hearing Monday; Calgary Flames forward Matthew Tkachuk's hits ruled clean

An enraged Kassian attempted to fight Tkachuk after the Flames forward threw multiple controversial hits during Calgary's 4-3 Saturday.

Tommy McArdle

Patrick Marleau's 1700-game milestone shares spotlight with Joe Pavelski's return to San Jose

Patrick Marleau is just the fifth skater in NHL history to play in 1700 games.

Jace Mallory

Edmonton Oilers' Connor McDavid showed off speed skater quickness for latest sensational goal

Sportsnet clocked McDavid at 44.2 kilometers per hour (27.5 miles per hour) during his breakaway goal against the Flames.

Tommy McArdle

Edmonton Oilers' Zack Kassian calls out Flames' Matthew Tkachuk after wild beatdown

Kassian felt Tkachuk's hits on him throughout Saturday's game were predatory and hinted at further retribution in the next edition of the Battle of Alberta.

Tommy McArdle

Jeremy Roenick apologizes for 'insensitive comments' that led to NBC Sports suspension

Roenick was suspended indefinitely on Dec. 23 for his comments on the podcast regarding co-hosts Kathryn Tappen, Patrick Sharp and Anson Carter.

Jace Mallory

Marlies assistant coach suffers seizure

Davison, 39, was released from a Texas hospital on Saturday and will be away from the team indefinitely.

Rudi Schuller

What TV channel is Edmonton Oilers vs. Calgary Flames on? Schedule, time for Battle of Alberta matchup

The marquee game of Saturday's "Hockey Night in Canada" lineup features the two Alberta teams.

Rudi Schuller

Who plays on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight? Time, TV channel and live stream in Canada for January 11

Four games are on the slate for Jan. 11 on Hockey Night in Canada. Here's what you need to know, including time and TV channel information.

Rudi Schuller

The top performances from draft-eligible WJC players

Although most of the notable teenage participants in this year’s tournament are already official property of NHL teams, it was those who remain eligible for the draft who were going to be the focus of the league’s scouting community.

Steve Kournianos

Predators goalie Pekka Rinne scores vs. Blackhawks

The 14-year veteran became the second-oldest goaltender to score an NHL goal.

Rudi Schuller

How long is Logan Couture out? Injury timeline, return date, latest updates on Sharks' star

Couture, 30, was injured in the second period against the Blues on Jan. 7. He leads the Sharks with 36 points (14 goals, 22 assists).

Jace Mallory

Comedian Larry David criticizes David Quinn for benching rookie Kaapo Kakko, New York Rangers head coach claps back

"Benching him isn’t going to do anything — they need another goal!”

Tommy McArdle

Justin Williams officially returns to Carolina Hurricanes; veteran's first game back still to be determined

Williams, 38, has not played this season after officially stepping away from the game in September 2019.

Jace Mallory

Colorado Avalanche's Nazem Kadri takes exception to big hit on teammate; Rangers' Ryan Lindgren will not face suspension

“There’s no call. We have to take care of ourselves," said Avalanche coach Jared Bednar.

Tommy McArdle

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