Michael Traikos

By Michael Traikos The Hockey News The 2026-27 NHL season has not even begun and a couple of coaches are already on the hot seat.

After a whirlwind off-season, Simon Nemec is looking forward to making the most of his new opportunity with the Calgary Flames. He's also ready to show the New Jersey Devils they made a big mistake by trading him.

Hockey By Michael Traikos The Hockey News Updated August 24, 2026 10:23 AM

The Chicago Blackhawks will be without Connor Bedard to start the 2026-27 season, giving an opportunity for some of the team's young stars to claim the No. 1 center spot in his absence. 19-year-old Anton Frondell believes he can take on that role.

A 22-year-old who has never scored more than 15 goals in the NHL, or a teenager who spent most of last season playing left wing in Sweden?

After winning the No. 1 overall pick, newly hired GM John Chayka has a path back to the playoffs laid out in front of him: draft Gavin McKenna, acquire a

Florida Panthers forward Brad Marchand is no stranger to getting under the skin of his opponents, and his latest comments on Ottawa Senators forward Tim Stutzle have added another layer of animosity between both clubs ahead of the 2026-27 season.

Sidney Crosby's agent, Pat Brisson, and Pittsburgh Penguins GM Kyle Dubas have talked about a contract extension for the team's captain. However, there appears to be uncertainty around the logistics of a new deal for the 39-year-old.

With the Winnipeg Jets goalie on the market, Tage Thompson makes no secret that he would love for the Buffalo Sabres to go out and acquire a goalie who is "the best in the world."

After an off-season of speculation surrounding star defenseman Quinn Hughes' future with the Minnesota Wild, the 26-year-old has made it clear that a new deal will come when he feels ready.