NHL Power Rankings: Updated 1-32 list
NHL Season Update: Early Trends and Surprises We’re just a little more than two weeks into the NHL season, and, wow, it’s been quite the ride. There’s a lot of hockey still ahead, but we’re already starting to see some trends. They look encouraging for certain Stanley Cup contenders, while fans of other teams might […]
Anaheim Ducks’ Roger McQueen celebrates his Disney ties during his first solo lap in the NHL.
Roger McQueen is really leaning into the “Cars” theme, making quite the splash as he prepared for his NHL debut on Tuesday night. Like all rookies, he had to take his solo lap around the ice, which turned out to be a special nod to the Disney Pixar character, Lightning McQueen. Derek Lee from The […]
6 insights we’ve gained from the NHL season up to now, featuring takeaways about the Stars, Flames, and Maple Leafs
The 2026-27 NHL season is still in its infancy, yet a few interesting trends are beginning to surface. From successful free agency moves to emerging prospects and teams that seem to be struggling, there’s certainly a lot happening that merits attention as we move forward. One of the standout surprises so far has been the […]
Alex Ovechkin’s children present him at the Washington Capitals’ home opener during his last NHL season.
A Lot Has Changed for Alex Ovechkin in 22 Seasons That much was evident during his final home opener. Ovechkin’s sons, Sergei and Ilya, had the honor of introducing him on the ice, and the veteran player received a heartfelt standing ovation as the Washington Capitals secured a 5-3 victory against the Pittsburgh Penguins on […]
Rangers bring back rookie who enjoyed his time on the fourth line during NHL debut
Rangers Call Up Cole Beaudoin to Fill Center Position The Rangers have decided to bring Cole Beaudoin into the fold to fill their center vacancy. After just two games in his professional career with Hartford, Beaudoin was called up Tuesday for the game against the Islanders at Madison Square Garden. At just 20 years old, […]
NHL starts ‘Hot for Hockey’ campaign to explore ‘hockey romance’ culture — and the outcomes are strange
NHL Seeks to Attract New Fans Through Romance Themes The NHL has announced that it has reached what it considers peak fandom and is actively looking for fresh methods to draw in more viewers. One potential strategy is to tap into the rising popularity of hockey-themed romance novels and television shows, which might appeal to […]
NHL forecasts for the 2026-27 season: Analysts share their Stanley Cup choices
The Post’s Mollie Walker, Ethan Sears, and Andrew Crane share their predictions for the 2026-27 NHL season: Mollie Walker Eastern Conference Metro 1. Carolina 2. Washington 3. New Jersey Atlantic 1. Montreal 2. Tampa Bay 3. Florida Wild cards Rangers Buffalo Western Conference Central 1. Colorado 2. Dallas 3. Minnesota Pacific 1. Vegas 2. Anaheim […]
NHL clarifies its most perplexing team history, and it remains quite puzzling
The NHL has officially clarified a rather tangled chapter in its team histories by merging the records of both versions of the Winnipeg Jets. While this move does clear some waters, it adds an extra layer of complexity to an already confusing narrative. On Wednesday, the Jets and the league announced they would be consolidating […]
NHL Player Alex Ovechkin Explains His Role in Pro-Putin Video: ‘I Stand by My Country’
Ovechkin Expresses Support for Russia Amid Political Controversy Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin publicly voiced his support for Russia on Thursday, appearing in a video that promotes President Vladimir Putin’s United Russia party in light of the upcoming parliamentary elections. When questioned about his participation, Ovechkin stated, “I’m Russian. I support my country.” The video […]
Republican congressman questions NHL about Alex Ovechkin’s role in Putin’s campaign advertisement
Representative Joe Wilson from South Carolina has expressed his concern regarding Alex Ovechkin’s involvement in a campaign ad for the United Russia party, which is backed by Vladimir Putin. He is urging NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman to take action on this issue. In a letter sent to Bettman on Tuesday, Wilson labeled Ovechkin’s participation as […]