Oilers’ Newcomers Playing with Connor McDavid at Training Camp
Drama around Connor McDavid‘s contract situation has left a bad taste in the mouths of some Edmonton Oilers fans, but Day 1 of training camp provides much-needed positivity. So far,…
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Calgary Flames Extend Mikael Backlund to 2-Year Deal
Forward Mikael Backlund, now 36 years old, has spent his entire NHL career with the Calgary Flames. Set to become a free agent on July 1, 2026, the captain had…
3 Flyers Making a Push at 2025–26 Training Camp
On Sept. 16, the Philadelphia Flyers released their 57-player training camp roster. With a new coaching staff watching, everyone has a chance to make a good first impression. Which three…
Rangers Name J.T. Miller 29th Captain in Franchise History
Following a deal that sent defenseman Jacob Trouba to the Anaheim Ducks last December, the New York Rangers have been without a captain. That changed on Sept. 16 when they…
Oilers’ Jake Walman Extension Will Come After Connor McDavid’s
Recently, Edmonton Oilers insider Bob Stauffer reported that defenceman Jake Walman could be getting a six-year extension from the team when the time comes. But don’t expect it to come…
Flyers Should Pursue a Bump-Zegras-Michkov First Line
The Philadelphia Flyers are poised to further embrace their youth movement. Players like Denver Barkey, Alex Bump, and Nikita Grebenkin were all terrific in a two-game Rookie Series versus the…
6 Flyers Standouts in 2025 Rookie Series vs. Rangers
On Sept. 12 and 13, Philadelphia Flyers hockey (sort of) returned. The team participated in its annual two-game Rookie Series versus the New York Rangers, with both teams claiming victory…
Kings’ Corey Perry Out 6–8 Weeks Following Knee Surgery
On Sept. 12, Los Angeles Kings forward Corey Perry suffered a knee injury while practicing at Toyota Sports Performance Center. The next morning, the team announced his successful surgery, which…
Oilers May Extend 2 Notable Skaters to Multi-Year Deals
The Edmonton Oilers may be handing out extensions to a couple of notable skaters. On Oilers NOW, insider Bob Stauffer said that winger Vasily Podkolzin could be getting a three-year…
Connor McDavid’s Contract Situation Acknowledged by Canadian Prime Minister
For the first time in his NHL career, Edmonton Oilers superstar Connor McDavid can test free agency—his eight-year, $100 million contract expires at the end of 2025–26. While that’s a…