Hockey Hall of Fame tiers, 2026 edition: Which active NHL stars are headed for induction?
For the third consecutive year, The Athletic is looking at the top tier of NHL players, examining which…
How confident are you in each NHL team’s front office? Have your say in our annual fan survey
It’s that time of year again. Over the past decade, I’ve conducted an annual survey asking fans to…
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…
Michael Hutchinson Announces Retirement – Pro Hockey Rumors
According to an announcement from the Winnipeg Jets, goaltender Michael Hutchinson has hung up his skates. Hutchinson spent 11 years…
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…
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…
Are the Sabres and Jets a trade match? Breaking down fit, cost and more
The Winnipeg Jets have a Connor Hellebuyck problem on their hands. Notably, the Jets’ franchise goaltender is still…
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…