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Washington Capitals put playoff hero Smith-Pelly on waivers
The Washington Capitals placed playoff hero Devante Smith-Pelly on waivers Wednesday ahead of next week's NHL trade deadline.
Ducks retire Hall of Fame defenceman Niedermayer's No. 27
Scott Niedermayer accomplished a lot during his 18-year NHL career. The Hall of Fame defenceman added one more to the list on Sunday night when he became the ninth player to have his number retired by two teams.
Oilers acquire Anthony Stolarz from Flyers for Cam Talbot
The Edmonton Oilers have acquired goaltender Anthony Stolarz from the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for netminder Cam Talbot.
Devils get local F Kenny Agostino on waivers from Montreal
The New Jersey Devils have been awarded forward Kenny Agostino on waivers from Montreal.
Canadiens acquire veteran centre Nate Thompson from Kings
The Montreal Canadiens have acquired centre Nate Thompson and a fifth-round pick in 2019 from Los Angeles in exchange for a fourth-round pick in 2019.
Blackhawks goalie Collin Delia agrees to 3-year extension
Blackhawks goaltender Collin Delia has agreed to a three-year contract extension through the 2021-22 season. The average annual value is $1 million.
Ducks fire coach Randy Carlyle amid 7-game losing streak
Anaheim Ducks general manager Bob Murray tried to give Randy Carlyle as much time as possible to turn things around.
Canadiens acquire defenceman Folin, forward Weise in trade with Flyers
The Montreal Canadiens acquired forward Dale Weise and defenceman Christian Folin from the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday in exchange for David Schlemko and Byron Froese.
Wild captain Koivu to miss rest of season with knee injury
Minnesota Wild captain Mikko Koivu will miss the rest of the season after tearing a ligament and cartilage in his right knee in an on-ice collision.
Predators make 2 trades to add Boyle, bring back McLeod
The Nashville Predators have made a pair of trades, adding size and toughness trying in an attempt to fill the void created by the absence of a trio of players.
Andre Boudrias, one of the Vancouver Canucks' first offensive stars, dies at 75
Andre Boudrias, one of the Vancouver Canucks' first offensive stars and a former team captain, has died at age 75.
Predators acquire Brian Boyle from Devils for draft pick
The Nashville Predators have acquired veteran forward Brian Boyle from the New Jersey Devils for a second-round pick in the June NHL draft.
Julie Turris, Ida Bjornstad offer new perspective in hockey family podcast
When Ida Bjornstad first approached Julie Turris about starting a podcast to discuss the lives of hockey families outside the rink, Turris was apprehensive.
Capitals sign goalie Pheonix Copley to $3.3M, 3-year deal
The Washington Capitals have signed backup goaltender Pheonix Copley to a $3.3 million, three-year extension.
Sabres place Elie on waivers; Maple Leafs waive Marincin
The Buffalo Sabres have placed under-performing forward Remi Elie on waivers, and the Toronto Maple Leafs pared their defensive depth by waiving Martin Marincin.
Penguins turn to youth, land Bjugstad, McCann from Panthers
The Pittsburgh Penguins acquired forwards Nick Bjugstad and Jared McCann from the Florida Panthers on Friday for forward Derick Brassard, Riley Sheahan and three 2019 draft picks.
Antoine Vermette retires after 14 NHL seasons
Antoine Vermette has announced his retirement today from the National Hockey League (NHL) following 14 seasons.
Watson placed in Stage Two of NHL/NHLPA SABH
Austin Watson has been placed in Stage Two of the Substance Abuse and Behavioral Health Program (SABH) of the NHL and NHLPA for treatment related exclusively to his ongoing issues with alcohol abuse.
Wild give backup goalie Stalock 3-year contract extension
The Minnesota Wild and backup goalie Alex Stalock have agreed to terms on a three-year, $2.355 million contract extension.
Carolina signs Martinook to 2-year, $4M extension
The Carolina Hurricanes have signed forward Jordan Martinook to a two-year contract extension worth an average of $2 million per season.