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Celebrini’s poise and play earns respect of his peers at just 19 years old

With the respect of his peers and maturity beyond his years on and off the ice, Macklin Celebrini is captaining the Canadian men’s squad at the world championship as a Ted Lindsay Award finalist at just 19 years old.

Chris LomonMay 22, 2026 • 5 min read

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Foligno Face-Off to support breast cancer research grant amid special postseason run for brothers

Despite wearing different jerseys to start the season, Nick and Marcus Foligno have always been on the same team when it comes to raising awareness and funds for breast cancer in honour of their late mother, Janis.

Chris LomonMay 11, 2026 • 6 min read

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LaCombe credits diverse Ducks group, Olympic experience for playoff success

From Stanley Cup champions to players making postseason debuts, Jackson LaCombe credits a mix of youthful energy and veteran experience for the Ducks’ playoff success to date.

Chris LomonMay 8, 2026 • 4 min read

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Washington Capitals re-sign Timothy Liljegren to a 2-year, $6.5 million contract

The Washington Capitals re-signed defenseman Timothy Liljegren to a two-year contract worth $6.5 million.

The Canadian PressMay 20, 2026 • 1 min read

Sabres reward coach Lindy Ruff with 2-year extension after breakthrough season

Having transformed the Buffalo Sabres into contenders again, Lindy Ruff will have the opportunity to build on the team’s breakthrough season by continuing his second stint as coach.

The Canadian PressMay 20, 2026 • 3 min read

Golden Knights docked 2nd-round pick, John Tortorella fined $100K for breaking media rules

The NHL docked the Vegas Golden Knights a second-round pick in next month's draft and fined coach John Tortorella $100,000 on Friday for violating media access rules after their series-clinching Game 6 victory at Anaheim on Thursday night.

The Canadian PressMay 15, 2026 • 1 min read

Vancouver Canucks name Johnson GM, Sedins co-presidents of hockey operations

Daniel and Henrik Sedin played every single one of their NHL games for the Vancouver Canucks. Now the Hall of Fame forwards have moved into the franchise's front office.

The Canadian PressMay 15, 2026 • 5 min read

Islanders defenceman Matthew Schaefer unanimous choice for Calder Trophy

New York Islanders defenceman Matthew Schaefer has been awarded the Calder Memorial Trophy as the NHL's top rookie.

The Canadian PressMay 13, 2026 • 1 min read

Hurricanes sign forward Mark Jankowski to 2-year extension through 2027-28 season

The Carolina Hurricanes used some of their extra time off between rounds of the NHL playoffs to get a deal done with forward Mark Jankowski.

The Canadian PressMay 11, 2026 • 2 min read

Islanders donating to open a child support center in honor of Matthew Schaefer's late mother

The New York Islanders will donate $150,000 to create a child support center in honor of Matthew Schaefer’s late mother, Jennifer, who died of breast cancer in February 2024, the team said Monday.

The Canadian PressMay 11, 2026 • 2 min read

Lightning captain Victor Hedman says his personal leave this season was to address mental health

Tampa Bay Lightning captain Victor Hedman revealed Tuesday that his absence in the final weeks of the season was caused by a need to address his mental health.

The Canadian PressMay 5, 2026 • 2 min read

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