The NHL Contention Cycle: Where does each team stand going into 2026-27 and in the future?
Welcome back to another year of the NHL Contention Cycle, our annual exercise that shows where each team…
Every NHL team’s biggest burning question heading into training camp
Will Adam Fantilli sign a contract in time? When will Quinn Hughes sign an extension? What will happen…
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…
West Notes: Hughes, Smith, Marsh, Tuomaala – Pro Hockey Rumors
By Brian La Rose | at August 15, 2026 2:55 pm One of the big storylines at this…
Central Notes: Hughes, Makar, Snuggerud – Pro Hockey Rumors
Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes became eligible to sign a contract extension back on July 1st. While a long-term…
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…
News of the day: Mississauga trucker charged after getting wedged in ‘hairpin turn’ in Caledon
It’s Wednesday, July 29. Here are the top stories we’re following today: Mississauga trucker charged after getting wedged…
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…
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…
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…