What we saw as Team USA took the ice for first men's Olympic hockey practice
Coach Mike Sullivan said foward lines and defense pairings are still a work in progress on Sunday as his team practice in Milan.
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9th February 2026
Charlie McAvoy's Olympic diary: On the opening ceremony, his jaw and, yes, his tweet
From dealing with a swollen face to preparing for Thursday's game, McAvoy chronicles his time with Team USA for The Athletic.
Canada names Sidney Crosby captain of Olympic men's hockey team
It's the fourth straight best-on-best men's tournament at which Crosby has captained Team Canada, and they've won the previous three.
8th February 2026
She quit hockey twice. Now, with no prior international experience, she's an Olympian
Defender Kati Tabin took a winding path to the national team, becoming the oldest player since 2002 to debut for Canada at the Olympics.
You don't have to like Bill Guerin's gutsy Olympic roster decisions to respect his choices
In two weeks, the American GM will either be the man who built the perfect roster or the one who squandered the golden age of U.S. hockey.
After 48-hour delay, Canada begins bid for Olympic hockey gold with win over Switzerland
The Canadians finally began their Olympic tournament on Saturday after a norovirus outbreak on Team Finland postponed their first game.
USA women's hockey defeats Finland, whose debut was delayed by norovirus outbreak
The Americans took a decisive 5-0 win Saturday in their second game at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics.
Czechia loses injured Bruins' Zacha for Games
Czechia has to do without Pavel Zacha at the Milan Cortina Games as the Boston Bruins center will not recover in time from injury for the Olympic hockey tournament in a blow for the Czechs.
Inside USA's Winter House in Milan, a private space for athletes to enjoy the Olympics
The Winter House is a joint venture between USA Hockey, U.S. Figure Skating and U.S. Speedskating.
7th February 2026
Seven NHL teams that need to make a move by the trade deadline
Here are the seven clubs — four buyers and three sellers — that are most likely to wheel and deal.
She raised 3 NHL stars. Now Ellen Hughes hopes to help the U.S. women's hockey team win gold
Hughes, mother to Quinn, Jack and Luke, is a player development consultant working with the U.S. women's team vying for gold in Milan.
What Russia's hockey team would look like and how its absence affects the Olympics
Russia would have been bronze medal favorites at the Olympics and the team most likely to upset Canada or the United States.
Behind the viral Canada fleece from ‘Heated Rivalry’ — even Olympians want it
From members of Parliament to Olympians in Milan, a Canada fleece jacket has become the hottest clothing item among fans of the show.
Swiss women's Olympic hockey team in isolation after player diagnosed with norovirus
Switzerland is scheduled to play Canada — whose Olympic debut was already delayed because of a norovirus outbreak — on Saturday.
Prosecutors withdraw felony assault charge against Gavin McKenna
Video evidence in the case against McKenna doesn't support the charge, the Centre County District Attorney's Office said in a media release.
NHL prospect McKenna has felony charge dropped
Penn State hockey star Gavin McKenna will have his felony aggravated assault charge dropped, the Centre County District Attorney's Office announced Friday.
How the Lightning reopened their Cup window and re-emerged as the NHL's 'modern-day dynasty'
After beating the back-to-back champs in another bloody, brutal Battle of Florida on Thursday, Tampa Bay hits the break on a 19-1-1 tear.
Five must-watch Olympic hockey games as the hunt for gold begins
Plus: Making sense of the Artemi Panarin trade and deals still to come.
NHL Power Rankings: Who needs to step up for each team after the Olympic break?
The Olympics are a chance to rest up, reflect and recharge for the stretch drive. Some guys really need it after the seasons they’ve had.
NHL Power Rankings: Updated 1-32 poll heading into Olympic break
A special set of Power Rankings as players get ready to head to the Milan Cortina Olympics.
6th February 2026
What happens when NHL goalies decide to fight — and is there an unwritten code?
It's not in goalies' nature to fight each other, but sometimes they drop the gloves. Here's how it often plays out.
Dark horse to medal in men's hockey at the Olympics? NHL players make their picks
In polling 118 NHL players, the Czech Republic was the top pick, with support also for Switzerland, Germany and Latvia.
Where would a Russian team finish in Olympic men's hockey? NHL player poll
"The goaltending is so good it doesn't even matter about the rest of the players,” said one of the 118 players we polled.
The NHL's long and surprisingly weird history of players scoring 8 points in a game
In honor of the 50th anniversary of Darryl Sittler's memorable night, here are the 15 times someone came close to matching him.
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.
Seth Jarvis shifts focus to Olympics after late Team Canada addition
Jarvis has 25 goals and 43 points in 49 games this year, and he was part of Canada’s gold medal-winning team at the 4 Nations Face-Off.
Thompson, Dubois return, lift Caps before break
The Capitals activated forward Pierre-Luc Dubois and goalie Logan Thompson from the injured list prior to Thursday night's matchup with Nashville, their final game before the Olympic break.
Jarvis replaces ailing Point for Canadian team
Team Canada's Brayden Point will not participate in the Milan Cortina Olympics due to a lower-body injury, with Hurricanes forward Seth Jarvis named as his replacement Thursday.
Hurricanes' Seth Jarvis to replace Lightning's Brayden Point on Team Canada at Olympics
Jarvis secured a late invite to join Team Canada at the Olympics after Point was forced to pull out of the event due to a knee injury.
Police details of Gavin McKenna's arrest outlined in criminal complaint
A probable cause affidavit alleges that McKenna punched a man twice after "an exchange of words.".
Leon Draisaitl calls out Oilers after loss to Flames: 'It starts with coaches'
Draisaitl vented his frustration by calling out to his team and coaching staff after a 4-3 loss to the Flames on Wednesday.
USA downs Czech Republic on Day 1 of Olympic women’s hockey headlined by norovirus outbreak
With Canada's game versus Finland postponed due to a norovirus outbreak, the U.S. and Czechia opened the Olympic women's hockey tournament.
Flames' Jonathan Huberdeau to have hip resurfacing surgery, will miss rest of season
The forward scored 10 goals and 25 points in 50 games with the Flames this season, including a goal versus Edmonton on Wednesday night.
Laila Edwards becomes first Black woman to play for USA at Olympic hockey tournament
Edwards has broken a barrier that had stood since women's hockey debuted at the Olympics in 1998.
Team Canada's Brad Marchand 'ready to go' for Olympics as Brayden Point decision looms
"There’s no rush to this right now, so we’re not rushing,’’ Team Canada GM Doug Armstrong said of making a final call on Point.
Jack Hughes expected to be available for Team USA at Olympics: Sources
Hughes suffered a minor lower-body injury last month.
5th February 2026
Finland-Canada Olympic women's hockey game postponed after norovirus outbreak
A women’s Olympic hockey game between Canada and Finland was postponed Thursday after members of the Finland team contracted norovirus.
Awards Watch: Kucherov gaining on MacKinnon for MVP?
We polled PHWA voters to find out who's ahead in the major races as some new names entered the conversation.
Olympics women's hockey must-watches: Ranking the best forwards and defenders in Milan
The quest for Olympic gold in women’s hockey begins on Thursday. These are the top 25 players at the Milano Cortina Games.
'Miracle: The Boys of '80' brings previously unaired footage of the historic U.S. hockey team to Netflix
The documentary creators discuss how they took a oft-told story about the gold-medal run and made it feel fresh.
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.
2026 Winter Olympics Guide: How to Watch, Schedule, and Top Events
The best athletes in the world on snow and ice get their quadrennial moment this month at the 2026 Winter Games in Italy.
Blue Jackets' Werenski enters Games on hot streak
Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski recorded his seventh-straight game with a point in Columbus' 4-0 win over the Blackhawks on Wednesday.
Top NHL prospect McKenna charged with assault
Penn State forward Gavin McKenna, a top NHL prospect, has been charged with felony aggravated assault and other counts, according to Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court documents.
Pens' Jones banned 20 games for PED violation
Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Caleb Jones has been suspended 20 games for violating the terms of the NHL/NHLPA Performance Enhancing Substances Program.
Top NHL Draft prospect Gavin McKenna charged with felony aggravated assault
McKenna, who turned 18 on Dec. 20, is also facing a misdemeanor assault charge and summary charges of harassment and disorderly conduct.
Devils acquire Bjugstad from Blues before freeze
The New Devils acquired forward Nick Bjugstad in a trade with the Blues on Wednesday that was completed just before the Olympic roster freeze.
Penguins' Caleb Jones suspended 20 games for performance-enhancing substance violation
The Penguins signed Jones, who will be eligible to return versus Tampa Bay on April 2, to a two-year, $1.8 million contract last summer.
Artemi Panarin’s Rangers legacy after trade defined by electric playmaking, hollow ending
Panarin's hockey wizardry made him a largely beloved Ranger, but his story is more complicated than that.
NHL trade grades: Artemi Panarin is the offensive threat the Kings needed
The Rangers had a lot working against them in an Artemi Panarin trade but the return from the Kings is still underwhelming.
Rangers' Panarin traded to Kings, gets extension
The Rangers on Wednesday traded forward Artemi Panarin to the Kings, who gave him a two-year, $22 million extension.
Artemi Panarin signs 2-year, $22M extension with Kings after trade from Rangers
Ric Tapia via Getty ImagesAhead of Wednesday's NHL Olympic roster freeze, the New York Rangers finally dealt forward Artemi Panarin to the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for a conditional 2026 third-round draft pick and prospect Liam Greentree.
NHL’s trade freeze is in effect. What now? Rules for roster moves during 2026 Olympics
No trades can be made until 11:59 p.m. Eastern on Feb. 22, but re-signings and demotions can be — and trade talk is likely to explode.
Rangers trade Artemi Panarin to Kings for conditional third-round pick, prospect
Panarin is the Rangers' franchise leader in points per game and twice finished in the top five in Hart Trophy voting in New York.
Blues trade center Nick Bjugstad to Devils: What it means for both teams
Bjugstad has six goals and seven points in 35 games this season for the Blues.
Islanders' Bo Horvat startled by bird on the ice: 'Ran into him behind the net, poor guy'
Bo Horvat and the Islanders were playing against the Penguins on Tuesday but it was a different bird that became an obstacle on the ice.
Oilers' Draisaitl to carry German flag after vote
Oilers center Leon Draisaitl has been named as one of Germany's flag-bearers for the Milan Cortina opening ceremony after he won both an internal poll of German athletes and a public vote.
Panthers’ Sam Bennett on last-minute Olympic call: ‘Really meant the world’
"In the end, it worked out for me. I’m very grateful for that," Bennett said of joining Team Canada for the Olympics.
4th February 2026
The Olympics are about to start ... and the hockey arena is still under construction
MILAN — On June 24, 2019, the International Olympic Committee voted to award Italy the right to host the 2026 Winter Games. Nearly 2,500 days later, the Italians are still frantically racing to complete the arena that will host the most anticipated Olympic ice hockey competition in over a decade.
Remembering 10 NHL stars who lost their best Olympic opportunity in 2018 and 2022
With all the excitement around the NHL returning to the Olympics, let's take a moment to remember those who never got the chance.
Olympic women’s hockey predictions: Gold medal winner? MVP? Canada vs. USA?
The women's tournament brings high stakes, incredible talent and one of the best rivalries in sports to Milan. Who will come out on top?.
NHL player poll: Next expansion city? How big is too big? Fan Venmo requests? Worst chirps?
In polling 118 players, a familiar name was the top pick for worst chirps, while one city has emerged as the runaway favorite for expansion.
What should NHL teams spend more money on, other than salaries? Here's what players say
Polling 118 NHL players, there was one area they overwhelmingly think teams should invest in.
NHL trade board 6.0: Could we get a blockbuster before the Olympic freeze?
The clock is now ticking loudly on pending trades with the Olympic freeze set to take effect at 3 p.m. ET on Wednesday.
Olympic women's hockey cheat sheet: Canada vs. USA, schedules, watch guide
Everything you need to know about the latest edition of international best-on-best women's hockey in Milan.
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.
Utah bill would allow concealed firearms permit holders to bring guns to Jazz, Mammoth games
The politician who introduced the bill said its aim is to foster "a constructive dialogue" around constitutional rights and public funding.
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.
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.
Canada adds Bennett to replace injured Cirelli
Panthers center Sam Bennett has been named an Olympic injury replacement for Lightning center Anthony Cirelli on Team Canada.
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.".
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.
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.
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.