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…
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…
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…
Which NHL player is the biggest on-ice villain in every team’s franchise history?
Every good story needs a villain. Does every good NHL team need one, too? Countless stars over the…
Jason Robertson settles with Stars, signs 1-year contract to avoid arbitration
Forward Jason Robertson has signed a one-year, $12 million contract to remain with the Dallas Stars, the team…
2027 NHL mock expansion draft: What would a 33rd team look like?
Would another NHL expansion draft dilute the rest of the league too much? Is it even possible to…
Which NHL teams improved the most this offseason?
While there are still some interesting names out there, we’ve reached the point of the offseason where player…
2026 NHL fan survey: Your thoughts on the current state of hockey and its future
Welcome to The Athletic’s 2026 NHL fan survey. Nathan Ray Seebeck / Imagn Images By The Athletic NHL…
Which of these 8 NHL fan bases should be most insulted by the offseason so far?
The NHL offseason has been in full swing for a few weeks now. Have you been mortally insulted…