The Montreal Canadiens' goaltending situation is an interesting NHL tidbit to watch. The most experienced goalie, Samuel Montembeault, is injured and coming off a poor season. Jakub Dobes is lacking confidence to start the 2026-27 NHL campaign, and Jacob Fowler has unexpectedly stepped up.
Recent reports suggest Connor Hellebuyck might end his holdout and return to the Winnipeg Jets, but it appears they've already moved on without him.
Former Philadelphia Flyers enforcer Dave Schultz is making positive strides after suffering a stroke and has made his first public appearance. He talked and joked with his teammates about his playing days before shifting the focus to the Flyers' current state.
When the Minnesota Wild acquired star defenseman Quinn Hughes from the Vancouver Canucks last season, there was a clear risk that Hughes wouldn't stick around beyond the term of his current contract. Where do both teams stand nearly one year after the blockbuster trade?
The Columbus Blue Jackets are already off to a subpar start to the 2026-27 NHL season. And coach Rick Bowness has already torn into his team. This isn't the first time Bowness has ripped his Jackets players. But are Bowness' outbursts helping or hurting his team?
The NHL season is just a few weeks old but we already have a few teams that have started as if the pursuit of the first-overall pick next June is the only thing that matters to them. The reality is that no team wants to be winless to start the season and even when teams are intentionally rebuilding, the losing is tough.
In this edition of The Hockey News Morning Skate, Eric Cruikshank and Michael Traikos break down the biggest storylines from the NHL's Frozen Frenzy, including Brady and Matthew Tkachuk's standout performance, Alex DeBrincat's seven-year extension, and more.
The Colorado Avalanche arguably have the best roster on paper in the NHL, but they still appear to have goaltending issues. Although they committed long-term to MacKenzie Blackwood, Scott Wedgewood, the veteran on a short-term deal, continues to shine brighter.
The Toronto Maple Leafs got bad news when star center John Tavares suffered a major injury Thursday against Buffalo. But while the Buds will miss Tavares, other Leafs players now have a golden chance to step up and contribute meaningfully. Which Leafs will make the most of increased opportunities?
You don't hire Peter Laviolette and expect to struggle, but as the Kings' misery continues into mid-October, all options have to be on the table.
A devastating injury to Igor Shesterkin and Connor Hellebuyck’s ongoing holdout have ignited a wide-open race, sending shockwaves through the betting odds for the NHL’s top goaltender.
Despite a gritty comeback and a rejuvenated attack, Philadelphia lost 3-2 in an overtime shootout to the Seattle Kraken. “I thought from a game aspect, tonight was kind of our best in the sense of how we want to play and the energy,” said defenseman Travis Sanheim.
Devon Levi is settling in comfortably in his new role with the Edmonton Oilers. Is his high level of play lately enough to call him the Oilers' goaltender of the future?
Trade rumors continue to swirl around Detroit Red Wings defenseman Simon Edvinsson and Carolina Hurricanes blueliner Alexander Nikishin, but are either players close to getting moved?
The Ottawa Senators have gotten off to a strong start to the 2026-27 regular-season, and a key reason for that is the play of star center Tim Stutzle. Could he be in the conversation for the Hart Trophy as the NHL's MVP at season's end?