NHL goalie fight review from two heavyweights: ‘Swing and hope it hits’
The Bruins' resident fighting experts offer their analysis of Jeremy Swayman's bout with the Lightning's Andre Vasilevskiy.
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4th February 2026
Why haven't Rangers traded Artemi Panarin yet? Latest updates as NHL roster freeze nears
The situation surrounding the 34-year-old star winger is complex and fluid.
Sam Bennett to replace injured Anthony Cirelli on Team Canada roster
The Florida Panthers center was one of the more surprising omissions from the original 25-man roster named in late December.
Sources: Canada adds Bennett for injured Cirelli
Panthers center Sam Bennett has been named an Olympic injury replacement for Lightning center Anthony Cirelli on Team Canada, sources told ESPN on Tuesday.
Leafs' Matthew Knies reveals extent of his injury: 'It sucks when you don’t feel like yourself'
Knies revealed the reason for the three missed games in November was due to a knee injury sustained earlier this season.
Finland taps Korpisalo as replacement goalie
Finland named Joonas Korpisalo as an injury replacement in its Olympics roster on Tuesday, with the Boston goaltender taking the place of Buffalo's Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen.
Sabres' Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen out for Olympics, will be replaced by Bruins' Joonas Korpisalo
Team Finland announced Tuesday that Luukkonen will miss the Olympics with a lower-body injury.
Was the Bruins-Lightning Stadium Series the best NHL outdoor game ever?
Plus: What the heck is going on in Nashville?.
3rd February 2026
Kirill Kaprizov nears franchise goals record, delivers OT win: Wild takeaways
Kaprizov is three goals away from becoming the Wild's all-time goals leader after scoring twice in Monday's home win over Montreal.
Olympic hockey bold predictions: Jordan Binnington's excellence, USA’s medal hopes and more
With puck drop around the corner, The Athletic asked its hockey staff for their bold predictions for the Milan Cortina Olympics.
A history of hockey's international superpowers and their paths to gold in 2026
Here are five questions regarding the current state of each participating Big Six hockey nation ahead of the Olympics.
The scariest walk in the NHL: Tales from the terrifying ceiling-high Calgary catwalk
The Scotiabank Saddledome is one of the oldest rinks in the NHL. The catwalk atop of the arena has struck fear in many broadcasters.
NHL 2025-26 Stanley Cup playoff chances and projected standings
Welcome to our 2025-26 NHL projections where you will find each team’s projected point total and chances of winning the Stanley Cup.
Three Alberta junior hockey players killed in crash
Three Southern Alberta Mustangs junior hockey players -- JJ Wright, Cameron Casorso and Caden Fine -- were killed Monday morning in a vehicle crash while heading to practice.
Three junior hockey players killed in motor vehicle crash south of Calgary
“There are no words that can adequately express the depth of our grief,” the Southern Alberta Mustangs said in a statement.
Panthers reveal custom 'Vamos Gatos' uniforms designed by Jonathan 'Rekal' Torres
The Panthers' uniforms they'll wear against Buffalo were designed by Jonathan "Rekal" Torres.
Pickups: Justin Sourdif, Sam Rinzel seeing power play minutes
The essential Monday guide to fantasy hockey pickups, with who to add and how to get set for the week ahead.
Preds' Trotz retiring, staying until new GM found
Barry Trotz is retiring as general manager of the Nashville Predators after just under three years on the job but will stay on until a successor is found and will play a role in that process.
How do Olympic 'snubs' react to not making the teams?
Why do some players use a 'snub' to lift their play? Plus, what to watch in the NHL this week.
Barry Trotz stepping down as Nashville Predators general manager
Trotz, 63, who became GM of the team in 2023, will stay on until his successor is hired.
2nd February 2026
Inside the goalie fight that changed a Lightning-Bruins outdoor game for the ages
When the Lightning's Vasilevskiy and Bruins' Swayman dropped the gloves, Tampa Bay woke up and turned the game into a classic.
Cale Makar, Nathan MacKinnon ready to bring the NHL's greatest show to hockey's biggest stage
A new audience will experience the Avs stars at the Olympics. Prepare for them to be wowed: "It’s a nightmare when you play against them.".
The origin story of the Columbus Blue Jackets' loved, loathed and loud arena cannon
When the Blue Jackets score a goal, everyone in Nationwide Arena hears about it.
NHL weekend rankings: It's not too early to imagine a dream first playoff round
Matthew Schaefer vs. Sidney Crosby? What about Leo Carlsson or Macklin Celebrini vs. Nathan MacKinnon? It could very well happen.
What we learned around the NHL in January: Consistency is king, but don't discount rebounds
Plus: Vegas Golden Knights try to maximize Mitch Marner's switch to center and the potential ripple effects of Jack Hughes' minor injury.
'So much swag': Why Andrei Vasilevskiy, the 'Big Cat,' is a big fan of felines
The Lightning's star goalie is a proud cat guy and always has been, inspiring both his signature goalie mask design and his nickname.
Bruins outdoors are the same as inside: Completely and utterly undisciplined
Bruins unravel as Lightning claw back from 5-1 deficit to take shootout win in outdoor game.
Lightning say goalie fight key in historic comeback
The Lightning credited the first goalie fight in an NHL outdoor game -- between Andrei Vasilevskiy and Jeremy Swayman -- for helping to spark their historic Stadium Series comeback win over the Bruins on Sunday.
Pastrnak vents about nullified OT goal: 'A joke'
David Pastrnak said it was "a joke" that his apparent winning overtime goal was nullified by a penalty in the Bruins' eventual 6-5 shootout loss to the Lightning on Sunday.
Lightning stun Bruins with historic four-goal rall...
Tampa Bay's four-goal comeback is the largest in NHL outdoor game history and the largest comeback victory in franchise history.
Another NHL goalie fight! Jeremy Swayman and Andrei Vasilevskiy drop gloves during Stadium Series matchup
ASSOCIATED PRESSNHL goaltenders are getting increasingly feisty! . Sunday's matchup between the Boston Bruins and Tampa Bay Lightning figured to be memorable for being played in the outdoor "Stadium Series" setting at Raymond James Stadium.
Goalie fight: Andrei Vasilevskiy, Jeremy Swayman throw down in NHL Stadium Series
The two goalies duked it out at center ice during the NHL Stadium Series at Tampa's Raymond James Stadium.
Hagel sets outdoor record with goal 11 seconds in
Lightning winger Brandon Hagel scored 11 seconds into his team's Stadium Series game against the Bruins at Raymond James Stadium on Sunday, the fastest anyone has scored in an NHL outdoor game.
Bucs vs. Patriots on ice? Lightning, Bruins arrive at Stadium Series in full uniform
Lightning players posed the idea to Baker Mayfield, who said, "No problem. Let me just get back from the Bahamas" — and led the procession.
Edmonton Oilers place goalie Calvin Pickard on waivers
The 33-year-old is now the third goalie behind Tristan Jarry and Connor Ingram despite going 7-1 last postseason.
Snow in Tampa? Flurries and more top scenes from t...
The NHL's annual Stadium Series game is in Tampa, Florida.
Arrrrgh!!!! What to watch in the pirate-themed Sta...
The Bruins and Lightning take it outdoors on ESPN (6:30 p.m. ET). Here's everything you need to know.
1st February 2026
NHL arenas of yore: Here are some of the fun quirks and features we miss
These old barns might not have had many modern conveniences, but they were quite memorable.
Inside Linus Ullmark's return to Senators: 'It's been a battle coming back'
Ullmark was named first star in his return to the crease after stepping away from the team on personal leave for mental health reasons.
NHL 2025-26 Stanley Cup playoff chances and projected standings
Welcome to our 2025-26 NHL projections where you will find each team’s projected point total and chances of winning the Stanley Cup.
Bruins and Lightning excited for colder-than-expec...
Game-time temperatures below 40 degrees will give the Stadium Series a decidedly non-Floridian feel.
Chuck Lefley, 2-time Cup champion, dies at 76
Chuck Lefley, a two-time Stanley Cup champion center with the Montreal Canadiens who also played for the St. Louis Blues, has died at the age of 76.
Sidney Crosby gets emotional as Penguins honor 2016 Stanley Cup championship team
The 38-year-old Penguins captain broke into tears while watching the video tribute honoring the 2016 team on Saturday.
Santa Clarita Lady Flyers youth hockey team involved in deadly crash in Colorado
A snowplow driver lost control, breaking through the median of Interstate 70 about 60 miles west of Denver, the Colorado State Patrol said.
Pens' Letang (broken foot) out at least 4 weeks
Penguins defenseman Kris Letang will miss at least four weeks after suffering a broken foot, the team said Saturday.
Lightning expect Hedman OK for Stadium Series
Lightning defenseman Victor Hedman is expected to return to the lineup for Sunday's Stadium Series game against the Bruins. Hedman has been out since early December due to an elbow injury.
Senators' Linus Ullmark to make first start since returning from personal leave
The Ottawa goalie hasn't played since Dec. 27 and stepped away from the team for mental health reasons.
31st January 2026
'You can still do this': Connor Ingram's journey from 'dark days' and waivers to the Oilers net
After entering the player assistance program last year and then being traded, Connor Ingram has a 6-3-1 record for the Oilers.
Outdoor hockey in Tampa? How the NHL is making the Lightning's dream reality
The challenge of building an outdoor rink in Tampa was a unique one for the NHL, given the sunshine, heat and humidity.
From 'Olé Olé' to 'Yeet the Fish': The most memorable local traditions in NHL arenas
If you attend a game in one of these arenas, you're likely to remember these fun gimmicks.
Identifying the biggest need for all 32 teams ahead of 2026 NHL trade deadline
What does your favorite NHL team need at the deadline? A No. 1 center? A scoring winger? Depth? Future assets? Here are the picks.
What's behind Buffalo Sabres' sudden surge? 6 key reasons for their turnaround
The Sabres are on a 20-3-1 stretch and have climbed from last place in the Eastern Conference to a playoff spot.
J.T. Miller trade, one year later: Why the real winner isn't the Rangers or Canucks
Since the trade, two teams hit rock bottom while one surprising winner emerged: Who actually won last year's blockbuster?.
Mark Carney Meets ‘Heated Rivalry’ Star Hudson Williams
Only one thing could make the TV show and cultural phenomenon “Heated Rivalry” more Canadian: pairing one of its stars, Hudson Williams, with Prime Minister Mark Carney in the nation’s capital.
Sports leagues will use 'USA 250' patches to commemorate United States' birthday
NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL and others will have participants wear patches recognizing the 250th anniversary of the founding of the U.S. in 2026.
The stars, slumps and stories shaping NHL's road to the playoffs
Plus: Can teams change their goalies on the fly? The answer will amuse you.
NHL Power Rankings: A top 10 shuffle for Haiku Week
It’s that time of year. No analysis or facts. Yeah, it’s more haikus.
30th January 2026
Key matchups, stats to know for Avalanche-Red Wing...
It's an NHL doubleheader Saturday on ABC and the ESPN app. Here's how to tune in, and what to watch.
NHL Power Rankings: Updated 1-32 poll, each team's biggest February game
How high will the Sabres climb? Plus, here are the upcoming dates to circle on the calendar.
Want to call an NHL game between the benches? Better get a helmet
The risks associated with one of the most unique jobs in sports broadcasting are outweighed by having the "greatest seat in the house.".
Under-the-radar NHL trade candidates: 10 players who are falling out of favor
Playoff teams may be able to offer these players a chance to flourish with a change of scenery.
NHL 2025-26 Stanley Cup playoff chances and projected standings
Welcome to our 2025-26 NHL projections where you will find each team’s projected point total and chances of winning the Stanley Cup.
Canes score 3 in final 1:59 to shock Mammoth
With three late goals, the Hurricanes became the first team in more than 30 years and third overall to rally from two goals down in the final two minutes to win in regulation, beating the Mammoth, 5-4.
Kane passes Modano, sets U.S.-born points mark
Patrick Kane passed Mike Modano on Thursday night to become the highest-scoring U.S.-born player in NHL history.
January sets new NHL record for most hat tricks in a month
The previous record of 29 had stood for over 40 years before an offensive flurry to start 2026.
Jack Hughes leaves Devils game in first period two weeks before Olympics
Team USA is scheduled to begin Olympic play on Feb. 12 in a preliminary game against Latvia on the tournament's second day.
Red Wings' Patrick Kane breaks NHL record for most points by American-born player
Kane recorded his 1,375th career point, passing Mike Modano for the most ever by an American-born player.
Devils' Hughes exits game early with injury
New Jersey Devils center Jack Hughes left the team's game against Nashville in the first period and did not return at the start of the second.
Canadiens vs. Nordiques? Battle of Quebec returns as Avalanche wear throwback jerseys
The Canadiens-Nordiques rivalry was one of the most heated in NHL history, and memories of the Battle of Quebec still resonate.
Brad Treliving defends Maple Leafs' approach to sports science
The GM responded to criticism over the vacant director of performance role, saying the Leafs have more staff working hands-on with players.
NHL leans into pirate theme for outdoor game in Tampa during Gasparilla
Mark LoMoglio via Getty ImagesSunday's NHL Stadium Series game at Raymond James Stadium between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Boston Bruins might feature the most unique design surrounding the rink.
29th January 2026
Gold or bust? X factors for all 12 men's Olympic hockey teams
Who's going to win at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics? How these specific players perform could make the difference.
New USA Hockey policy restricts transgender player access to certain programs
USA Hockey has approved a new policy that will prohibit transgender athletes from participating in hockey programs that are classified by sex, including adult recreational “beer” leagues. The new participant eligibility policy, which was approved on Nov.
16 stats: Lane Hutson's strong side, Evan Bouchard's dominance and Matthew Tkachuk's return
The Canadiens need to figure out where to play Hutson, Tkachuk is not fully up to speed and goal difference matters less this season.
Why did the Maple Leafs eliminate a job designed to keep players healthy?
Former director of sports science and performance Jeremy Bettle: "It’s absolutely why they have more injuries.".
Macklin Celebrini signing hockey cards with weird nickname Steph Curry gave him
Put on the spot on NHL Draft night, Curry's attempt to nickname Celebrini has lived on.
Gary Bettman praised ‘Heated Rivalry’ and NHL Pride Nights. The leaguewide reality doesn’t match
Four teams have gone away from having a specifically designated Pride Night this season.
What’s the future best and worst case for Luke Hughes and Simon Edvinsson?
Taken two picks apart in the 2021 draft, the defensemen are trending opposite ways. What do player comps have to say about future outlook?.
Ranking all 32 NHL teams' home rinks, from Montreal to MSG and more
We determine which arenas provide the best experience, based on a vote of fans and writers in four categories.
Sources: Rangers sidelining Panarin until freeze
It's likely Artemi Panarin has played his final game with the Rangers as they work to facilitate a trade, sources said.
Rangers to hold Artemi Panarin out of lineup indefinitely ahead of Olympic break
It's not yet clear if a trade is in the works or if the Rangers are protecting their biggest asset from injury concerns ahead of a move.
PWHL reduces Girard's suspension to 3 games
Sirens forward Taylor Girard's four-game suspension for leaving the bench to join an altercation was reduced to three games following an appeal.
Why Islanders pulled off pair of cross-town trades for Carson Soucy, Ondřej Palát
“I want to reward them for where the team is at this stage of the season.” Islanders GM Mathieu Darche said of this week's trades.
Caps' Duhaime fined $2,500 for poke from bench
Capitals forward Brandon Duhaime was fined $2,500 for unsportsmanlike conduct for poking Seattle's Jacob Melanson while on the bench during Tuesday night's game.
Flyers activate Czech Olympian Vladar off IR
The Flyers activated goaltender Dan Vladar, who was chosen to play for Czechia in the Olympics, off injured reserve following a lower-body injury.
Habs fire goalie coach Raymond; Marciano interim
The Montreal Canadiens fired goaltending coach Eric Raymond on Wednesday.
Wings sign Chiarot to 3-year, $11.55M extension
The Detroit Red Wings on Wednesday signed veteran defenseman Ben Chiarot to a three-year contract extension worth $11.55 million.
28th January 2026
NHL trade board 5.0: The latest on all the top targets as the sellers begin to sell
There's been a steady drip of action as the NHL marches toward the Olympic trade freeze, and the teams shipping out players aren't done.
NHL rumblings: Landeskog's timeline, Point's status and a swing team for the trade deadline
Also, why the Canadiens won't force another trade ahead of the deadline despite their recent struggles.
NHL 2025-26 Stanley Cup playoff chances and projected standings
Welcome to our 2025-26 NHL projections where you will find each team’s projected point total and chances of winning the Stanley Cup.
Devils trade Palat, picks to Islanders for Tsyplak...
The Devils traded 34-year-old winger Ondrej Palat, a 2026 third-round pick and a 2027 sixth-rounder to the division rival Islanders on Tuesday night for 27-year-old Maxim Tsyplakov.
Kane ties Modano for U.S.-born NHL points mark
Patrick Kane of the Detroit Red Wings has tied Dallas' Mike Modano as the highest-scoring U.S.-born players in NHL history.
NHL trade grades: Devils clear cap space with Palat trade, Islanders get depth, draft capital
Both Ondrej Palat and Maxim Tsyplakov might be better off with a change of scenery and a fresh start.
Devils trade Ondrej Palat, 2 draft picks to Islanders for Maxim Tsyplakov
Palat was held out of a home game against the Winnipeg Jets for roster-management reasons Tuesday.
Devils hold out Palat vs. Jets amid trade rumors
The New Jersey Devils appear to be close to trading veteran winger Ondrej Palat.
NHL passes discipline calls to Player Safety dept....
The NHL Department of Player Safety will now determine supplemental discipline for players who violate all league rules rather than just those who commit physical infractions.
Devon Levi, Rochester resident? Sabres prospect goes viral for TV news appearance
Levi was unknowingly interviewed by a local Rochester TV station over the weekend to give his thoughts on the winter storm.
NHL's Department of Player Safety will now handle all player discipline calls
Instead of handling only physical incidents, the DoPS will now determine supplemental discipline for all league rule violations.
Canucks goalie Thatcher Demko to have season-ending hip surgery
Demko, 30, hasn't played since Jan. 10 and has struggled with injuries for the last two years.
Penguins' Rust suspended 3 games for Boeser hit
Penguins forward Bryan Rust has been suspended three games for an illegal check to the head of Canucks center Brock Boeser.