Metropolitan Notes: Smits, Ryabkin, Blue Jackets – Pro Hockey Rumors
By Brian La Rose | at August 29, 2026 11:23 am The plans for Rangers defenseman Alberts Smits…
Connor Hellebuyck trade fits: 8 teams that could make a deal with the Jets
The top goalie in the world is hoping to be traded before NHL training camps open in September.…
NHL Pipeline Rankings 2026: From Sharks to Avalanche, the best prospects and under-23 players
Welcome to The Athletic’s 2026-27 edition of the NHL Pipeline Rankings, where we look at the future of…
East Notes: Nikishin, Blue Jackets, McCrate – Pro Hockey Rumors
Hurricanes defenseman Alexander Nikishin is one of the more notable restricted free agents around the NHL while he…
The NHL fan experience is changing: 20,000 fans weigh in on streaming, radio and more
Ten years ago, only one NHL player finished the regular season with more than 90 points. The Vegas…
Which NHL jerseys should make a comeback? One pick for every team
From Mats Sundin returning to the Toronto Maple Leafs in a front-office role to Patrick Kane returning to…
Blue Jackets Hire Don Granato As Assistant Coach – Pro Hockey Rumors
Don Granato will find his next coaching role behind the Columbus Blue Jackets bench. The club announced that…
Blue Jackets part ways with broadcaster Bob McElligott, move to simulcast model
After 17 years as the radio voice of the Columbus Blue Jackets, Bob McElligott will no longer be…
NHL contract efficiency rankings 2026: Which teams spend their money most wisely?
Every summer I take some time to dig into the NHL’s contract landscape. The best of the best,…
Every NHL team’s top-6 center duos, ranked from best to worst
Finding a dominant one-two punch at center is every NHL team’s dream. Elite centers are very difficult to acquire…
Latest On Adam Fantilli – Pro Hockey Rumors
Nearly a month into the beginning of free agency, Adam Fantilli of the Columbus Blue Jackets remains one…
Metro Notes: Holl, Eklund, Greaves – Pro Hockey Rumors
Despite spending most of the 2025-26 season in the AHL, veteran defenseman Justin Holl has a strong chance…