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Dec 09, 2023

Shohei Ohtani surpasses biggest active contracts in MLB, NFL, NBA, NHL
Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Othani's massive deal crushes the other largest contracts across North American sports -- and it's not even close.

ESPN NHL
Dec 09, 2023

Blue Jackets put Jenner on IR with fractured jaw
The Columbus Blue Jackets placed center Boone Jenner, the club's captain who suffered a fractured jaw in Friday night's 5-2 win over the St. Louis Blues, on injured reserve Saturday, and he is expected to be sidelined six weeks, the team announced.

ESPN NHL
Dec 08, 2023

Islanders trade for Bortuzzo to beef up blue line
The Islanders acquired defenseman Robert Bortuzzo in a trade with the Blues on Friday. New York is sending a seventh-round pick back to St. Louis.

ESPN NHL
Dec 08, 2023

Goalie depth chart
Our updated goalie depth chart displays the starting and backup goalie situation for each team.

ESPN NHL
Dec 08, 2023

Fantasy hockey weekend watch: Notes on Kane, Woll, and more
What to watch for in the NHL this weekend with lineup picks, schedule advice, and adds/drops.

ESPN NHL
Dec 08, 2023

NHL Power Rankings: The fantasy MVP for all 32 teams
Can anyone dethrone the Rangers? Plus, we identify each team's fantasy MVP to this point -- and assess whether they'll keep the crown.

ESPN NHL
Dec 08, 2023

Kings win record 11th in row on road to start year
The Los Angeles Kings beat the Montreal Canadiens 4-0 Thursday night for their NHL record 11th road victory to open the season.

ESPN NHL
Dec 07, 2023

Wings' Kane returns, just misses goal in OT loss
Patrick Kane took the first shift at right wing with the Red Wings against the Sharks on Thursday night in his season debut and just missed on a shot that potentially could have made the difference in a 6-5 overtime loss.

ESPN NHL
Dec 07, 2023

Report: Senators' Chabot out at least 4 weeks
In his second game after returning from long-term injured reserve, Ottawa Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot suffered a leg injury and will miss a minimum of four weeks, per a TSN report Thursday.

ESPN NHL
Dec 07, 2023

Avalanche's Makar rejoining lineup vs. Jets
Avalanche star defenseman Cale Makar will return from a two-game absence when Colorado hosts the Winnipeg Jets on Thursday in Denver.

ESPN NHL
Dec 07, 2023

Islanders build two rinks outside arena for fans
The New York Islanders have built two public pond hockey rinks outside of UBS Arena that will host 4-on-4 tournaments and "learn to play" clinics.

ESPN NHL
Dec 07, 2023

'Gold is absolutely on our minds': What Tkachuk, Hughes, Matthews, other U.S. stars are saying about the Olympics
If the NHL sends its players in 2026, it will be a superstar-laden Team USA. Here's what those players have to say about their chance at gold.

ESPN NHL
Dec 07, 2023

'Gold is absolutely on our minds:' What Tkachuk, Hughes, Matthews, other U.S. stars are saying about the Olympics
If the NHL sends its players in 2026, it will be a superstar-laden Team USA. Here's what those players have to say about their chance at gold.

ESPN NHL
Dec 06, 2023

Sabres get forward Robinson from Blue Jackets
The slumping Sabres made a minor shake up to their lineup by acquiring fourth-line forward Eric Robinson in a trade with the Blue Jackets.

ESPN NHL
Dec 06, 2023

Leafs' Klingberg needs hip surgery, out for '23-24
Maple Leafs defenseman John Klingberg will have hip surgery at the end of month and miss the remainder of the season.

ESPN NHL
Dec 06, 2023

Kane to make Red Wings debut against Sharks
Patrick Kane will be in the Red Wings' lineup for the first time Thursday against the Sharks.

ESPN NHL
Dec 06, 2023

Stock watch: Look to Red Wings for goalie help
Notes, pickups, and trends from around the NHL to set your fantasy hockey lineups for the rest of the week.

ESPN NHL
Dec 06, 2023

How to watch NHL games on ESPN, ABC, ESPN and Hulu
The 2023-24 season is underway. Get the full listing of exclusive games on ESPN networks, and info on how to subscribe to ESPN .

ESPN NHL
Dec 06, 2023

'I truly believe he's going to shock the world:' Inside Patrick Kane's rehab and why he picked the Red Wings
The superstar winger had a sour taste in his mouth after last season. So he opted for offseason surgery, attacked his rehab and then picked Detroit as he looks to come back better than he was before.

ESPN NHL
Dec 06, 2023

Connor Bedard tracker: Goals, upcoming schedule for the NHL's top rookie
Follow along with every key moment in the first-year phenom's campaign for the Blackhawks.

ESPN NHL
Dec 06, 2023

Devils top Canucks in 'Hughes Bowl' as Jack stars
Playing in the same NHL game for the first time on Tuesday, New Jersey rookie defenseman Luke Hughes and center Jack Hughes played opposite their brother, Vancouver defenseman Quinn Hughes, in the Devils' 6-5 victory over the Canucks.

ESPN NHL
Dec 05, 2023

Flames goalie Markstrom out with broken finger
Calgary Flames goaltender Jacob Markstrom is week-to-week with a fractured finger.

ESPN NHL
Dec 05, 2023

NHL will host draft in Vegas, eyes Sphere as site
Speaking at the board of governors meeting Tuesday in Seattle, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said that next year's draft will be held in Las Vegas with the league finalizing plans to hold the event at the Sphere, a non-NHL venue.

ESPN NHL
Dec 05, 2023

Avalanche D Makar doubtful Tuesday vs. Ducks
Colorado defenseman Cale Makar is doubtful for a Tuesday night's game against the Anaheim Ducks due to a lower-body injury.

ESPN NHL
Dec 05, 2023

Sabres' Thompson back; Red Wings await Kane
Winger Tage Thompson will return to the Sabres' lineup Tuesday night against the Red Wings, who are still awaiting the debut of forward Patrick Kane.

ESPN NHL
Dec 05, 2023

Filip Forsberg on Predators, (not) meeting Messi, NHL All-Star draft, hot chicken, his famous mustache
The veteran forward is a big reason why the Preds are knocking on the playoff door, and made an appearance on "The Drop" this week to discuss many topics.

ESPN NHL
Dec 05, 2023

Fantasy hockey defenseman rankings: Six players expected to rise
Sean breaks down the top 25 fantasy hockey defensemen to figure out which will rise and fall for the rest of the NHL season.

ESPN NHL
Dec 04, 2023

Source: NHL cap likely to grow $4.2M to $87.7M
The NHL told its executives and owners during the board of governors meeting Monday in Seattle that the league is projecting it will raise next year's salary cap $4.2 million to a total of $87.7 million, a source told ESPN, confirming reports.

ESPN NHL
Dec 04, 2023

Week 8 preview: Power play time rising for these players
Notes, pickups and trends from around the NHL before your fantasy hockey lineups lock this week.

ESPN NHL
Dec 04, 2023

International hockey to mandate neck guards
The International Ice Hockey Federation announced Monday that it is making neck guards mandatory for all levels of competition in the tournaments it runs, including the Olympics and men's and women's world championships.

ESPN NHL
Dec 04, 2023

2023-24 Fantasy hockey top 250 player rankings
The top 250 fantasy hockey players, updated through the 2023-24 NHL season.

ESPN NHL
Dec 04, 2023

Jets sign Niederreiter to 3-year, $12M extension
The Jets signed forward Nino Niederreiter to a three-year extension worth $12 million on Monday.

ESPN NHL
Dec 04, 2023

NHL Awards Watch: Will a defenseman win the Hart?
Is this the year that a blueliner wins MVP? After polling a selection of PHWA voters, here are the current leaderboards for major awards.

ESPN NHL
Dec 03, 2023

Injured Makar sits out as Avalanche lose to Kings
Colorado Avalanche star defenseman Cale Makar, who missed the final 2:57 of the third period and overtime in a 4-3 shootout loss at the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday because of a lower-body injury, sat out his club's 4-1 loss to Los Angeles Kings on Sunday.

ESPN NHL
Dec 03, 2023

Injured D Makar out as Avalanche take on Kings
Colorado Avalanche star defenseman Cale Makar, who missed the final 2:57 of the third period and overtime in a 4-3 shootout loss at the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday because of a lower-body injury, will not play against the Los Angeles Kings on Sunday night.

ESPN NHL
Dec 03, 2023

Habs' Newhook (ankle) out for up to 3 months
Canadiens center Alex Newhook is expected to miss approximately 10 to 12 weeks with a high ankle sprain.

ESPN NHL
Dec 02, 2023

Habs lose Newhook (ankle) for up to 3 months
Canadiens center Alex Newhook is expected to miss approximately 10 to 12 weeks with a high ankle sprain.

ESPN NHL
Dec 01, 2023

Devils lose Hamilton indefinitely after pec surgery
Dougie Hamilton, the Devils' top defenseman, is out indefinitely after having surgery to repair a torn left pectoral muscle on Friday.

ESPN NHL
Dec 01, 2023

Kraken's Schwartz (upper body) out 6 weeks
Seattle Kraken center Jaden Schwartz will miss six weeks due to an upper-body injury, the team announced Friday.

ESPN NHL
Dec 01, 2023

Fantasy hockey weekend watch: Connor Ingram and other goalies to watch
What to watch for in the NHL this weekend with lineup picks, schedule advice, and adds/drops.

ESPN NHL
Dec 01, 2023

Habs sign G Montembeault to 3-year extension
The Montreal Canadiens have signed goaltender Sam Montembeault to a three-year, $9.45 million contract extension.

ESPN NHL
Dec 01, 2023

NHL Power Rankings: A new No. 1, plus each team's most interesting game in December
The final month of the calendar year will include many gifts for hockey fans. Plus, which team knocked the Bruins off the throne atop the list?

ESPN NHL
Nov 30, 2023

Jarry makes Penguins history with goal vs. Bolts
Tristan Jarry scored an empty-net goal in the Penguins' 4-2 comeback victory over the Lightning on Thursday night -- the 17th by a goalie in NHL history and the first by a Penguins netminder.

ESPN NHL
Nov 30, 2023

Flames trade Zadorov to Canucks for two picks
The Flames traded defenseman Nikita Zadorov to the Canucks for a 2024 fifth-round pick and a 2026 third-round pick.

ESPN NHL
Nov 30, 2023

'Embarrassed' Perry apologizes to Blackhawks
Corey Perry said Thursday he has begun working with mental health and substance abuse experts to discuss his struggles with alcohol after the Blackhawks terminated his contract for engaging "in conduct that is unacceptable."

ESPN NHL
Nov 30, 2023

Category specialists: Meet Nick Seeler, blocked shot expert
In H2H Category or Roto leagues, fantasy managers must always be on the lookout for pickups that specialize in blocks, faceoffs, penalty minutes and more. Here are the category giants available on your waiver wire.

ESPN NHL
Nov 30, 2023

Sens D-man Chabot returning from long-term IR
Defenseman Thomas Chabot is slated to return to the Ottawa Senators' lineup Friday.

ESPN NHL
Nov 30, 2023

Kraken's Schwartz on IR after taking shot off foot
Kraken center Jaden Schwartz was put on injured reserve after taking a shot of his foot earlier this week.

ESPN NHL
Nov 30, 2023

Leafs D Giordano breaks finger, week-to-week
Maple Leafs defenseman Mark Giordano is week-to-week with a broken finger, according to coach Sheldon Keefe.

ESPN NHL
Nov 30, 2023

Grading our preseason bold predictions for every NHL team: What we nailed, what we missed
Connor Bedard scoring 35 goals? Looking solid. Patrick Kane signing in Florida? Not so much. We put our prognostications under the microscope.

ESPN NHL
Nov 29, 2023

Kane: Could make Red Wings debut next week
Newly signed Patrick Kane said Wednesday he could make his Red Wings debut as early as next week in his hometown of Buffalo against the Sabres.

ESPN NHL
Nov 29, 2023

Stock watch: What to expect from Patrick Kane
Notes, pickups, and trends from around the NHL to set your fantasy hockey lineups for the rest of the week.

ESPN NHL
Nov 29, 2023

Philadelphia Flyers sign 9-year-old with cancer for Hockey Fights Cancer Night
Nine-year-old Owen Micciche, who has been living with cancer since he was 6 months old, read out the team's lineup and hung out on the bench Tuesday night.

ESPN NHL
Nov 29, 2023

Philadelphia Flyers sign 9-year-old cancer patient for Hockey Fights Cancer Night
Nine-year-old Owen Micciche, who has been living with cancer since he was six months old, read out the team's lineup and hung out on the bench on Tuesday night.

ESPN NHL
Nov 29, 2023

Wild win first game under Hynes to end slide
Joel Eriksson Ek and Frederick Gaudreau scored in the first period and Minnesota ended a seven-game slide by beating St. Louis on Tuesday.

ESPN NHL
Nov 28, 2023

Red Wings sign 9-time All-Star Kane to 1-yr. deal
Patrick Kane has agreed to a one-year deal with the Red Wings.

ESPN NHL
Nov 28, 2023

GM: Blackhawks cut Perry for 'workplace matter'
The Blackhawks said veteran winger Corey Perry engaged in unacceptable conduct and took a step Tuesday toward terminating his contract.

ESPN NHL
Nov 28, 2023

Blackhawks cut Perry for 'unacceptable' conduct
The Blackhawks said veteran winger Corey Perry engaged in unacceptable conduct and took a step Tuesday toward terminating his contract.

ESPN NHL
Nov 28, 2023

PWHL to start inaugural sked on New Year's Day
The PWHL will open its inaugural schedule on New Year's Day.

ESPN NHL
Nov 28, 2023

Goalie rankings: Which goalies avoid negative points?
It's rough picking which goalie to start, especially when you lose points for each goal surrendered. Sean looks at the top 24 goalies and how reliable they are at avoiding negative game scores.

ESPN NHL
Nov 28, 2023

Grading the Patrick Kane signing for the Detroit Red Wings
Does the deal make sense? Where does the veteran scorer fit in to the lineup? Here are the big takeaways following the move.

ESPN NHL
Nov 28, 2023

Sources: Red Wings to sign 9-time All-Star Kane
Patrick Kane is signing with the Red Wings, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NHL
Nov 28, 2023

Grades for all 32 NHL teams at the quarter mark: Avs, Knights, Rangers lead the way
From multiple A's to several D's and one F, here's what has gone right (and wrong) for every club thus far, as well as an overall grade for the quarter.

ESPN NHL
Nov 27, 2023

NHL reinstalls player draft prior to All-Star Game
The NHL's All-Star Weekend, which will be held in Toronto next February, will include a player draft the Thursday before the game, bringing back an event that includes celebrities selecting teams alongside the player captains.

ESPN NHL
Nov 27, 2023

Wild's Hartman suspended two games for tripping
Minnesota Wild forward Ryan Hartman has been suspended two games for a dangerous trip of Detroit's Alex DeBrincat.

ESPN NHL
Nov 27, 2023

Struggling Wild fire Evason as coach, hire Hynes
Mired in a seven-game losing streak, the Minnesota Wild fired coach Dean Evason on Monday and replaced him, an NHL source confirmed to ESPN's Greg Wyshynski, with John Hynes, who previously coached the Nashville Predators and the New Jersey Devils.

ESPN NHL
Nov 27, 2023

Week 7 preview: Important line changes in New York, Colorado
Notes, pickups and trends from around the NHL before your fantasy hockey lineups lock this week.

ESPN NHL
Nov 27, 2023

Wyshynski: Why the NHL Thanksgiving standings trend may not continue this season
Since 2013-14, 76.6% of the teams in a playoff spot on U.S. Thanksgiving ended up advancing to the postseason. Are we in for upheaval in 2023-24?

ESPN NHL
Nov 26, 2023

Avs' Girard to enter program, cites alcohol abuse
Colorado defenseman Samuel Girard, 25, who had been away from the Avalanche for personal reasons and did not play in either of their past two games, has left the team so that he can receive care from the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program.

ESPN NHL
Nov 26, 2023

Islanders put defenseman Pelech on long-term IR
New York Islanders defenseman Adam Pelech has been placed on long-term injured reserve Saturday, one day after he sustained an upper-body injury in a game against the Ottawa Senators.

ESPN NHL
Nov 26, 2023

Rangers' Trouba draws $5K fine for high-sticking
Rangers captain Jacob Trouba on Saturday was fined $5,000, the maximum allowable under the collective bargaining agreement, for a high-sticking infraction on Boston Bruins forward Trent Frederic during New York's 7-4 victory on Saturday.

ESPN NHL
Nov 26, 2023

Rangers D Trouba draws $5k fine for high-sticking
Rangers captain Jacob Trouba on Saturday was fined $5,000, the maximum allowable under the collective bargaining agreement, for a high-sticking infraction on Boston Bruins forward Trent Frederic during New York's 7-4 victory on Saturday.

ESPN NHL
Nov 25, 2023

Rangers 'enjoy the day,' top B's in East elite battle
In an early-season matchup of two of the best teams in the NHL's Eastern Conference, the New York Rangers outhustled the Boston Bruins en route to a 7-4 victory on Saturday afternoon at Madison Square Garden.

ESPN NHL
Nov 25, 2023

Blackhawks vet Perry away from team indefinitely
Blackhawks veteran forward Corey Perry will be away from the team for "the foreseeable future," GM Kyle Davidson said Saturday.

ESPN NHL
Nov 25, 2023

Islanders place Pelech on long-term IR
New York Islanders defenseman Adam Pelech has been placed on long-term injured reserve Saturday, one day after he sustained an upper-body injury in a game against the Ottawa Senators.

ESPN NHL
Nov 25, 2023

'Comfortable' Bowness back on bench as Jets win
Winnipeg coach Rick Bowness, 68, who has been away from the Jets since Oct. 23, one day after his wife, Judy Bowness, had a seizure, returned to the bench Saturday night in his club's 3-0 victory over the Florida Panthers, his 270th career win.

ESPN NHL
Nov 25, 2023

Bolts' Vasilevskiy wins in 'perfect' season debut
Tampa Bay goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy said his season debut "couldn't be more perfect, as he made 22 saves in an 8-2 win over the Hurricanes.

ESPN NHL
Nov 24, 2023

Despite ban, Fleury wears Native American mask
Minnesota Wild goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury wore a custom Native American Heritage night mask in warmups on Friday despite the NHL having forbidden him from doing so because it violated league policy on players wearing specialty equipment on theme nights.

ESPN NHL
Nov 24, 2023

Avs' Girard to enter program, cites 'alcohol abuse'
Colorado defenseman Samuel Girard, 25, who had been away from the Avalanche for personal reasons and did not play in either of their past two games, has left the team so that he can receive care from the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program.

ESPN NHL
Nov 24, 2023

Fleury's mask honoring Native Americans nixed
The NHL has denied a request by Minnesota Wild goalie Marc-Andre Fleury to wear a custom mask for the team's Native American Heritage night, his agent said Friday.

ESPN NHL
Nov 24, 2023

Bolts' Vasilevskiy to make season debut vs. Canes
Lightning goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy was activated off injured reserve Friday and will make his season debut against the host Carolina Hurricanes later in the night, coach Jon Cooper announced.

ESPN NHL
Nov 24, 2023

Jets coach Bowness back after leave of absence
Winnipeg Jets head coach Rick Bowness returned to the team Friday after taking a leave of absence to attend to his wife.

ESPN NHL
Nov 24, 2023

NHL Power Rankings: Where every team stands vs. preseason expectations
The Capitals and Jets make a jump in the rankings this week. Plus, which teams are most ahead of (or behind) their expected points pace?

ESPN NHL
Nov 23, 2023

Blackhawks lose Hall for season to ACL surgery
Taylor Hall will undergo surgery on his right knee and is expected to miss the rest of the season, the Blackhawks announced Thursday.

ESPN NHL
Nov 23, 2023

Blackhawks lose Hall for season to knee injury
Taylor Hall will undergo surgery on his right knee and is expected to miss the rest of the season, the Blackhawks announced Thursday.

ESPN NHL
Nov 22, 2023

Stock watch: Thanksgiving week schedule preview
Notes, pickups, and trends from around the NHL to set your fantasy hockey lineups for the rest of the week.

ESPN NHL
Nov 22, 2023

Making history: Vegas, Seattle get Classic looks
Being two of the newer teams in the NHL, Vegas and Seattle will wear jerseys based more on imagination than nostalgia during the Winter Classic on Jan. 1.

ESPN NHL
Nov 22, 2023

NBA, NHL, MLB unveil ad on responsible betting
The NBA, NHL and Major League Baseball have joined forces to produce a 30-second ad promoting responsible sports betting.

ESPN NHL
Nov 22, 2023

Lightning eye Vasilevskiy's return on road trip
Lightning coach Jon Cooper says there is "a really good chance" that star goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy will return from back surgery during a three-game road trip that starts Friday night.

ESPN NHL
Nov 22, 2023

NHL rookie rankings: Connor Bedard, Luke Hughes, Logan Cooley lead loaded class
The Blackhawks center is living up to expectations. But how do others stack up in what looks like a memorable first-year group?

ESPN NHL
Nov 21, 2023

Habs' Harvey-Pinard, Harris sidelined by injuries
Canadiens forward Rafael Harvey-Pinard will be sidelined eight weeks and defenseman Jordan Harris is out indefinitely due to their respective lower-body injuries.

ESPN NHL
Nov 21, 2023

Real or not real: Drop or keep these struggling fantasy hockey players
Sean and Victoria take you into the quarter mark of the season with a look at these struggling fantasy hockey players on your roster. Should you be patient, or drop them for someone contributing now.

ESPN NHL
Nov 21, 2023

Royalty on ice: Prince Harry drops puck at Vancouver Canucks game
Ahead of the Vancouver Canucks' matchup against the San Jose Sharks, Prince Harry dropped the puck with royal style.

ESPN NHL
Nov 21, 2023

Jackets D Severson (oblique) likely out 6 weeks
Blue Jackets defenseman Damon Severson is expected to miss six weeks with an oblique injury. He has eight points for Columbus, which has lost nine straight.

ESPN NHL
Nov 21, 2023

Bruins' Lucic pleads not guilty to assaulting wife
Boston Bruins forward Milan Lucic was released on personal recognizance bail Tuesday after pleading not guilty to assaulting his wife.

ESPN NHL
Nov 21, 2023

How five struggling NHL contenders can get back in the playoff mix
As we approach Thanksgiving, the Oilers, Wild and others have seen playoff hopes diminished. Here are the biggest problems, as well as solutions.

ESPN NHL
Nov 20, 2023

Sources: NHL aims for 4-nation tourney in 2025
An NHL-supported international hockey tournament scheduled for 2025 would feature just four nations: the United States, Canada, Sweden and Finland, sources told ESPN's Greg Wyshynski.

ESPN NHL
Nov 20, 2023

Bruins' Lucic to be arraigned on assault charge
Bruins forward Milan Lucic is scheduled to be arraigned on an assault charge in connection with his arrest this weekend after his wife called police to their home and said he tried to choke her.

ESPN NHL
Nov 20, 2023

Lightning's Koepke decides to wear neck guard
Cole Koepke of the Lightning has decided to wear a neck guard after the death of player Adam Johnson.

ESPN NHL
Nov 20, 2023

Week 6 preview: Stock watch, waiver wire streamers
Notes, pickups and trends from around the NHL before your fantasy hockey lineups lock this week.

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