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…
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…
Bowen Byram Had A Bigger Offer On The Table This Offseason – Pro Hockey Rumors
When the Blackhawks acquired defenseman Bowen Byram from the Sabres before the draft, there was some sticker shock…
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…
The Blackhawks Have Unfinished Business This Summer – Pro Hockey Rumors
The Chicago Blackhawks took care of a major piece of summer business this past weekend, signing franchise star…
More NHL teams than ever are without a captain. Does wearing the ‘C’ still matter?
Claude Giroux was 25 when he was named captain of the Philadelphia Flyers. Saddled with the front-facing responsibilities…
Connor Bedard hoping for Patrick Kane, Blackhawks reunion: ‘Would make us a way better team’
There are plenty of reasons why Patrick Kane might choose to return to the Chicago Blackhawks this summer.…
NHL news: Chicago Blackhawks star Connor Bedard agrees to $75 million, 5-year contract extension deal
CHICAGO — Blackhawks star Connor Bedard has agreed to a $75 million, five-year contract, completing a major offseason…
Patrick Kane Between Sabres And Blackhawks As Free Agent Destinations – Pro Hockey Rumors
According to The Fourth Period, Patrick Kane might not re-sign with the Detroit Red Wings, but could find…
Top 100 drafted NHL prospects ranking: McKenna, Stenberg, Martone lead summer 2026 list
Welcome to the summer 2026 edition of my ranking of the NHL’s best prospects at The Athletic. This…