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Zucker brings veteran leadership to Sabres squad eyeing postseason

Now in his 14th NHL season, Jason Zucker brings leadership to a Buffalo Sabres squad that’s heating up and making headlines.

Chris LomonApr 2, 2026 • 4 min read

Player Features

International momentum continues to build as players look ahead to World Cup of Hockey 2028

The 2028 tournament will follow as part of a progression of international events that began a year ago with the wildly successful 4 Nations Face-Off.

Scott BurnsideMar 27, 2026 • 9 min read

Player Features

Minten’s rookie season consistency pays off for the young forward

Sitting among the top 10 for rookie scoring, Boston Bruins forward Fraser Minten speaks to his approach that has led to a breakout rookie season.

Chris LomonMar 26, 2026 • 5 min read

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New York Islanders plan to move their AHL affiliate to Hamilton, Ontario

The New York Islanders plan on moving their American Hockey League affiliate from Bridgeport, Connecticut, to Hamilton, Ontario, for next season, the franchise announced on Thursday.

The Canadian PressMar 19, 2026 • 1 min read

Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews undergoes knee surgery

Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews underwent successful knee surgery on Thursday in New York, the NHL team said.

The Canadian PressMar 19, 2026 • 1 min read

Oilers' Leon Draisaitl out for the rest of the regular season because of injury

Leon Draisaitl is expected to miss the rest of the NHL regular season because of a lower-body injury, the Edmonton Oilers said Tuesday, leaving the back-to-back defending Western Conference champions left to try to hold on to a playoff spot without one of the best hockey players in the world.

The Canadian PressMar 17, 2026 • 2 min read

Kings' Kopitar sets franchise points record with 2 goals against Devils

Anze Kopitar moved past Marcel Dionne and into the top spot on the Los Angeles Kings career points list with two goals in a 6-4 loss to the New Jersey Devils on Saturday night.

The Canadian PressMar 15, 2026 • 2 min read

Leafs forward Auston Matthews will miss rest of the NHL season due to knee injury

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews will miss the rest of the season after suffering a torn knee ligament in a game against the Anaheim Ducks, the NHL club said Friday.

The Canadian PressMar 14, 2026 • 2 min read

Seattle Kraken sign captain Jordan Eberle to two-year contract extension

SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle Kraken signed captain Jordan Eberle to a two-year contract extension through the 2027-28 season with an average annual value of $5.5

The Canadian PressMar 7, 2026 • 2 min read

Wild unite the Foligno brothers as loaded Western Conference teams stock up for the playoffs

Nick Foligno enjoyed a big jump in the Central Division standings with his move from Chicago to Minnesota at the trade deadline . Even better? A family reunion.

The Canadian PressMar 7, 2026 • 4 min read

Edmonton Oilers forward Mattias Janmark undergoes season-ending surgery

Head coach Kris Knoblauch says the 33-year-old forward has had surgery for an undisclosed injury and won't play again in the 2025-26 campaign, including playoffs.

The Canadian PressMar 6, 2026 • 1 min read

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