Maple Leafs Win NHL Draft Lottery, First Selection in 2026 NHL Draft

SECAUCUS, N.J. — The Toronto Maple Leafs and San Jose Sharks made moves up the order of selection for the First Round of the 2026 Upper Deck NHL Draft as a result of the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery, conducted this … Continue reading

Demidov, Schaefer and Sennecke Voted Calder Trophy Finalists

NEW YORK  – Montreal Canadiens right wing Ivan Demidov, New York Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer and Anaheim Ducks right wing Beckett Sennecke are the three finalists for the 2025‑26 Calder Memorial Trophy, awarded “to the player selected as the most … Continue reading

Hedman stepped away from Lightning because of mental health

Victor Hedman said he stepped away from the Tampa Bay Lightning this season to focus on his mental health.1 “I’ve spent most of my life in this game, and nearly all of my career with this organization,” Hedman said in … Continue reading

NHL Draft Lottery drama to play out in real time

For the second straight year, the drama of the NHL Draft Lottery will play out in real time for all to see. Like the lottery in 2025, instead of watching a countdown from 16 to 1 after the lottery balls … Continue reading

Modern Innovations in Hockey: Analytics, Strategy, and Team Dynamics Revolutionizing the Game

Professional hockey has evolved dramatically over the past decade. Once defined solely by physical prowess and instinctual play, today’s sport embraces advanced analytics, strategic planning, and an increasing emphasis on team dynamics. Practitioners, analysts, and devoted fans all witness how … Continue reading

Recap of Stanley Cup Playoffs from 4 May 2026

Taylor Hall scored his first career playoff overtime goal to cap Carolina’s eighth multi-goal comeback win in team postseason history as the Hurricanes improved to 6-0 to begin the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. * Close games continue to be a … Continue reading