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ESPN NHL
Feb 24, 2026

Kraken reach extensions with Meyers, Winterton
The Kraken agreed to terms on two-year contract extensions Tuesday with forwards Ben Meyers and Ryan Winterton.

ESPN NHL
Feb 24, 2026

Panthers' Barkov targets season debut: 'Soon'
Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov, who has not played this season after needing surgery in September to repair two major ligaments in his right knee, has a target for what would be his season debut: "Soon."

ESPN NHL
Feb 24, 2026

U.S. men's hockey team stops by White House
The gold-medal-winning U.S. men's Olympic hockey team landed at Joint Base Andrews and visited President Donald Trump at the White House before attending his State of the Union address on Tuesday night.

ESPN NHL
Feb 24, 2026

NHL trade grades: What can Kulak do for the Avalanche?
Hockey trade season is heating up! Find grades for each GM involved in all the big swaps here.

ESPN NHL
Feb 24, 2026

Penguins send D Kulak to NHL-best Avalanche
Defenseman Brett Kulak, traded to the Penguins in December, was traded again, this time to the Avalanche, for Samuel Girard and a 2028 pick.

ESPN NHL
Feb 24, 2026

Stars' Rantanen out weeks after Olympic injury
Mikko Rantanen will be out for an extended time for the Dallas Stars after sustaining a lower-body injury in the Olympics.

ESPN NHL
Feb 24, 2026

Hughes talks Trump backlash over women's team
The Hughes brothers addressed the controversy over President Donald Trump's comment about the women's hockey team.

ESPN NHL
Feb 24, 2026

Hooked on hockey after the Olympics? An updated look at the NHL's playoff picture
With the medals awarded, the sprint is on to the end of the regular season.

ESPN NHL
Feb 23, 2026

Stars' Rantanen to miss time after injury in Italy
Mikko Rantanen is expected to miss some time for the Stars after returning from the Olympics, where he didn't play in Finland's win over Slovakia for the bronze medal because of a lower body injury.

ESPN NHL
Feb 23, 2026

Fantasy hockey pickups: Why Dostal, Laferriere are post-Olympics must-adds
The essential Monday guide to fantasy hockey pickups, with who to add and how to get set for the week ahead.

ESPN NHL
Feb 23, 2026

Olympic standouts, disappointments from all 32 NHL teams: Who starred in Milan Cortina?
It was an honor for every player to skate for their country. Some will come home happy, while others will be frustrated.

ESPN NHL
Feb 22, 2026

Crosby made call to sit as Canada misses its shot
Sidney Crosby was not in Canada's lineup for Sunday's men's hockey Olympic gold medal game.

ESPN NHL
Feb 22, 2026

Now it's a rivalry: How Team USA won a thriller against Canada, with eyes on 2030
Jack Hughes' goal in overtime sealed the victory. Here's what swung the game for both teams.

ESPN NHL
Feb 22, 2026

Who makes Team USA in men's hockey at the 2030 Olympics?
While the 2026 roster returns home with medals, here's who could represent the U.S. in the French Alps Games.

ESPN NHL
Feb 22, 2026

U.S. includes Gaudreau's kids for golden moment
After winning the gold in men's hockey, Team USA skated with the No. 13 jersey of the late Johnny Gaudreau before bringing his kids to the ice for a golden moment.

ESPN NHL
Feb 22, 2026

Canada captain Crosby made call to sit vs. U.S.
Sidney Crosby was not in Canada's lineup for Sunday's men's hockey Olympic gold medal game.

ESPN NHL
Feb 22, 2026

'LEGENDS': Tom Brady, Devin Booker lead reaction to USA men's hockey gold
Team USA men's ice hockey brought home the gold for the first time since the Miracle on Ice in 1980.

ESPN NHL
Feb 22, 2026

A gold medal 46 years in the making: Inside Team USA's epic win over Canada
Jack Hughes' goal in overtime sealed the victory. Here's what swung the game for both teams.

ESPN NHL
Feb 22, 2026

Hughes, Hellebuyck magic net gold for U.S. in OT
Jack Hughes scored the golden goal in 3-on-3 overtime, and Connor Hellebuyck stopped 41 shots as Team USA beat Canada to win the Olympic gold medal in hockey.

ESPN NHL
Feb 22, 2026

Updated men's hockey bubble watch: Who should make the field -- and who will sweat it out
With selection day right around the corner, we look at the top contenders for the 16-team bracket.

ESPN NHL
Feb 22, 2026

U.S. wins men's hockey gold medal on Jack Hughes' overtime goal
The two international superpowers collide on the biggest stage. Follow along for goals and top moments.

ESPN NHL
Feb 22, 2026

Follow live: U.S. holds 1-0 lead on Canada on Matt Boldy's incredible goal
The two international superpowers collide on the biggest stage. Follow along for goals and top moments.

ESPN NHL
Feb 22, 2026

Canada captain Crosby out for gold medal game
Sidney Crosby was not in Canada's lineup for Sunday's men's hockey Olympic gold medal game.

ESPN NHL
Feb 21, 2026

The cardiac Canadians? What we learned from another one-goal thriller for Canada
Down 2-0, the team clawed back to tie the game, then score the game winner with 35.2 seconds left.

ESPN NHL
Feb 21, 2026

Finland ices Slovakia 6-1 for men's hockey bronze
Finland won the bronze medal in men's hockey at the Olympics for a third consecutive time with NHL players participating, beating Slovakia 6-1 on Saturday at the Milan Cortina Games.

ESPN NHL
Feb 21, 2026

X factors, key players to watch and picks for the USA-Canada gold medal game
It has all come down to one game for ultimate glory in the 2026 Olympic men's hockey tournament.

ESPN NHL
Feb 21, 2026

Tkachuk on Canada rivalry: 'There's hatred there'
On the eve of the Olympic gold medal game, Brady Tkachuk said for the U.S. to win its ultimate goal, his teammates will have to take down Canada, the team they both envy and despise.

ESPN NHL
Feb 21, 2026

U.S. pays tribute to Gaudreau brothers at Games
The U.S. men's hockey team will play for gold against Canada and it has honored Johnny Gaudreau's memory along the way.

ESPN NHL
Feb 21, 2026

Ex-NHL great Jagr eyes retirement in 38th season
The storied hockey career of Jaromir Jagr might be coming to an end. Currently in his 38th season, with his hometown Kladno Knights in the Czech league, the former NHL great strongly suggested that fans might not get to see him on the ice anymore.

ESPN NHL
Feb 20, 2026

Red, white, blue and gold? Takeaways from Team USA's dominant win over Slovakia
The 6-2 win sets up a matchup against Canada with the gold medal on the line.

ESPN NHL
Feb 20, 2026

U.S. dominates Slovakia, faces Canada in gold medal game Sunday
Four teams remain in the mix for medals. Here are all the goals and top moments from the semifinal round.

ESPN NHL
Feb 20, 2026

U.S. cruises to set up 'exciting' Canada showdown
Jack Hughes scored two goals, and the U.S. rolled into the final by routing Slovakia 6-2 in the semifinals Friday night. The U.S. will meet tournament favorite and top-seeded Canada on Sunday for the title.

ESPN NHL
Feb 20, 2026

U.S. rolls by Slovakia to set up Canada showdown
Jack Hughes scored two goals and the U.S. rolled into the final by routing Slovakia 6-2 in the semifinals on Friday night. They'll meet tournament favorite and top-seeded Canada on Sunday for the title.

ESPN NHL
Feb 20, 2026

Live updates: USA pouring it on vs. Slovakia
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ESPN NHL
Feb 20, 2026

'Better chance' Crosby plays in gold medal game
Canada men's ice hockey coach Jon Cooper says team captain Sidney Crosby has "a lot better chance" of playing in the Olympic gold medal game after missing Friday's semifinal with an undisclosed injury.

ESPN NHL
Feb 20, 2026

Cardiac Canadians? What we learned from another one-goal thriller
Down 2-0, the team clawed back to tie the game, then score the game winner with 35.2 seconds left.

ESPN NHL
Feb 20, 2026

MacKinnon sends Canada to gold medal game
Nathan MacKinnon scored the go-ahead goal with 35.2 seconds left after Shea Theodore tied it midway through the third period, and Canada survived another scare at the Olympics, rallying to beat Finland 3-2 and advance to the men's gold medal game.

ESPN NHL
Feb 20, 2026

Crosby misses Canada's semi win over Finland
Canada team captain Sidney Crosby missed Friday's Olympic men's ice hockey semifinal win over Finland after suffering a lower-body injury in the quarterfinal round.

ESPN NHL
Feb 20, 2026

Live updates: Canada pulls even with Finland in men's hockey semifinals
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ESPN NHL
Feb 20, 2026

Live updates: Canada faces Finland in men's hockey semifinals
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ESPN NHL
Feb 20, 2026

Canada's Crosby out for Olympic semi vs. Finland
Canada team captain Sidney Crosby has been ruled out for Friday's Olympic men's ice hockey semifinal matchup vs. Finland after suffering a lower-body injury in the quarterfinal round.

ESPN NHL
Feb 20, 2026

?? Power Rankings: Olympic break assessments
A special set of Power Rankings as players get ready to head to the Milan Cortina Olympics.

ESPN NHL
Feb 20, 2026

NCAA men's hockey bubble watch: Who should make the field -- and who will sweat it out
With selection day right around the corner, we look at the top contenders for the 16-team bracket.

ESPN NHL
Feb 19, 2026

Olympics men's hockey daily: Canada-Finland, U.S.-Slovakia on tap
Find the full schedule, scoring and goaltending leaders and knockout round bracket here.

ESPN NHL
Feb 19, 2026

On tour with 'Shoresy' star Jared Keeso
The creator of the Hulu hit kept a diary of the live tour. He shares it ahead of the Season 5 U.S. debut.

ESPN NHL
Feb 19, 2026

Olympics men's hockey daily: Semifinal matchups are set
Find the full schedule, scoring and goaltending leaders and knockout round bracket here.

ESPN NHL
Feb 19, 2026

Crosby 'by no means' out of Games, Cooper says
Canada is taking Sidney Crosby's injury "day by day," coach Jon Cooper said, as the team prepares for its Olympic semifinal against Finland.

ESPN NHL
Feb 18, 2026

Fly high, free bird! Postgame takeaways, grades and more from Team USA's OT thriller
The victory over Sweden puts the U.S. into the Olympic semifinals against Slovakia.

ESPN NHL
Feb 18, 2026

Hughes' OT winner sends USA into hockey semis
The U.S. men are moving on to the semifinals at the Olympics, after needing extra hockey to get through the quarterfinals Wednesday against Sweden.

ESPN NHL
Feb 18, 2026

'Just relief': U.S. survives OT thriller to reach semis
The U.S. men are moving on to the semifinals at the Olympics thanks to Quinn Hughes, after needing extra hockey to get through the quarterfinals Wednesday against Sweden.

ESPN NHL
Feb 18, 2026

U.S. beats Sweden 2-1 in overtime: Top moments from Olympic hockey quarterfinals
Here are the goals and top moments as the U.S. moves on to the semifinals.

ESPN NHL
Feb 18, 2026

U.S. up 1-0 as third period begins: Live updates from Olympic hockey quarterfinals
Who will move on to the semifinals? Follow along here with goals and top moments from the Milan Cortina Games.

ESPN NHL
Feb 18, 2026

Sources: Canada's injured Crosby to get imaging
Team Canada's Sidney Crosby will undergo imaging, sources told ESPN, to determine the severity of his lower-body injury suffered in the Olympic hockey quarterfinals.

ESPN NHL
Feb 18, 2026

Marner saves Canada with OT goal vs. Czechia
Nick Suzuki tied it with 3:27 left, Mitch Marner scored in OT and Canada rallied to beat Czechia 4-3 to avoid a stunning quarterfinal exit at the Olympics.

ESPN NHL
Feb 18, 2026

No Crosby, no problem? What we learned in Canada's thrilling 4-3 win over Czechia
The overwhelming tournament favorites needed a late tying goal and overtime to win, but they made the semis.

ESPN NHL
Feb 18, 2026

Olympics men's hockey daily: Canada survives Czechia, U.S.-Sweden up next
Find the full schedule, scoring and goaltending leaders and knockout round bracket here.

ESPN NHL
Feb 18, 2026

Olympics men's hockey daily: Canada, Czechia tied up in the third period
Find the full schedule, scoring and goaltending leaders and knockout round bracket here.

ESPN NHL
Feb 18, 2026

Follow live: Canada gets even with Czechia in Olympics elimination game
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ESPN NHL
Feb 18, 2026

Canada's Crosby leaves with injury, ruled out
Sidney Crosby left Canada's Olympic quarterfinal hockey matchup against Czechia in the second period because of injury and will not return to the game.

ESPN NHL
Feb 18, 2026

Olympics men's hockey daily: USA-Sweden, Canada-Czechia highlight quarterfinals
Find the full schedule, scoring and goaltending leaders and knockout round bracket here.

ESPN NHL
Feb 18, 2026

How NHL GMs are handling the Olympic break
We spoke to execs around the league to learn what they're up to while many players are in Milan Cortina.

ESPN NHL
Feb 17, 2026

Wyshynski predicts the Olympic bracket: Picks for each game, medal winners
As the knockout round rolls, here's how the bracket will play out -- including a star-filled final.

ESPN NHL
Feb 17, 2026

The biggest surprises of the Olympic men's hockey tournament
Heading into the knockout round, here's who has over- or underperformed for their nation.

ESPN NHL
Feb 17, 2026

Sweden to face U.S. in men's hockey quarters
Sweden avoided an early exit in this year's Winter Olympics, beating Latvia 5-1 to set up a quarterfinal matchup vs. the United States.

ESPN NHL
Feb 17, 2026

Sharks' Skinner clears waivers after forward cut
Veteran forward Jeff Skinner cleared waivers Tuesday after the San Jose Sharks waived him the day before.

ESPN NHL
Feb 17, 2026

The biggest surprises of the men's Olympic hockey tournament
Heading into the knockout round, here's who has over- or underperformed for their nation.

ESPN NHL
Feb 17, 2026

Olympic hockey arena lightens color of boards
The hockey boards at Santagiulia Arena have been changed to a lighter color beginning Tuesday at the Olympics after getting feedback from teams and federations.

ESPN NHL
Feb 17, 2026

Olympics men's hockey daily: Qualification round up next
Find the full schedule, scoring and goaltending leaders and knockout round bracket here.

ESPN NHL
Feb 17, 2026

Standouts, disappointments and surprises from the men's Olympic hockey tournament
Heading into the knockout round, here's who has over- or underperformed for their nation.

ESPN NHL
Feb 16, 2026

Hurricanes sign Bussi to 3-year, $5.7M extension
The Hurricanes announced Brandon Bussi's deal Monday, the latest chapter in his unlikely rise to prominence for the Eastern Conference contender.

ESPN NHL
Feb 16, 2026

Olympic hockey arena to lighten color of boards
The hockey boards at Santagiulia Arena will be changed to a lighter color beginning Tuesday at the Olympics after getting feedback from teams and federations.

ESPN NHL
Feb 16, 2026

French hockey player who fought Wilson banned
France's Pierre Crinon, who fought Canada's Tom Wilson at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, was suspended Monday by the French ice hockey federation.

ESPN NHL
Feb 15, 2026

Fiala surgery successful, out for rest of season
Kevin Fiala's leg surgery following his injury in the Olympics while playing for Switzerland was successful, the Kings announced Sunday, and the 29-year-old star forward will sit out the rest of the regular season as L.A. battles for a playoff spot.

ESPN NHL
Feb 15, 2026

U.S. men stay unbeaten; 2-seed for knockouts
Auston Matthews scored twice and set up Zach Werenski's goal with a textbook pass, Connor Hellebuyck stopped 23 of the 24 shots he faced, and the U.S. defeated Germany 5-1 on Sunday night to finish group play at the Olympics unbeaten.

ESPN NHL
Feb 15, 2026

Grades, lessons learned and big questions from Team USA's 5-1 win over Germany
An American win seemed inevitable, sending the team through to the quarterfinals. Here's what stood out the most.

ESPN NHL
Feb 15, 2026

U.S. stays unbeaten, is No. 2 seed for knockouts
Auston Matthews scored twice and set up Zach Werenski's goal with a textbook pass, Connor Hellebuyck stopped 23 of the 24 shots he faced and the U.S. defeated Germany 5-1 on Sunday night to finish group play at the Olympics unbeaten.

ESPN NHL
Feb 15, 2026

Follow live: USA in complete control against Germany in group stage
The U.S. needs one more win to clinch a spot in the quarterfinals.

ESPN NHL
Feb 15, 2026

Crosby, McDavid lead Canada in rout of France
Sidney Crosby and Connor McDavid each had a goal and two assists as Canada dismantled France 10-2 on Sunday.

ESPN NHL
Feb 15, 2026

Wilson drops gloves in rare Olympic hockey fight
Tom Wilson dropped the gloves late in Canada's game against France on Sunday, going after the player who delivered a forearm to the head of teammate Nathan MacKinnon minutes earlier.

ESPN NHL
Feb 15, 2026

Perfect through three games: Grades, takeaways and top players from Canada's 10-2 win
With the blowout win, Canada likely earned the top seed for the next round. Here's how it happened, and what's next.

ESPN NHL
Feb 15, 2026

Olympics men's hockey daily: U.S., Canada back in action Sunday
Find the full schedule, scoring and goaltending leaders and group standings here.

ESPN NHL
Feb 14, 2026

Eichel, Tkachuk rally unbeaten U.S. past Denmark
The U.S. men's Olympic hockey team rode its top line to a 6-3 win over Denmark and remain tied with also-unbeaten Canada going into the final day of the preliminary round.

ESPN NHL
Feb 14, 2026

USA defeats Denmark 6-3: Top moments from Olympic men's hockey
After some drama, the United States runs its tournament record to 2-0-0-0.

ESPN NHL
Feb 14, 2026

Two games, two wins: Grades, big questions after Team USA's dramatic win over Denmark
It was closer than many predicted, but a win is a win. Here's how it went down, and what comes next.

ESPN NHL
Feb 14, 2026

USA takes lead with three second-period goals: Live updates from Olympic men's hockey
With one win under its belt, the U.S. is looking for a second to take command of Group C.

ESPN NHL
Feb 14, 2026

Live updates from USA-Denmark men's hockey at the 2026 Olympics
With one win under its belt, the U.S. is looking for a second, this time against Denmark.

ESPN NHL
Feb 14, 2026

Source: Fiala's season likely over after surgery
Kings star Kevin Fiala's leg injury suffered in Switzerland's loss to Canada is likely season-ending, an NHL source told ESPN.

ESPN NHL
Feb 14, 2026

Late goal in loss aids Slovakia; Finland rolls 11-0
Dalibor Dvorsky's goal with 39 seconds left might have sent Slovakia to the quarterfinals in men's hockey at the Olympics even after losing to Sweden 5-3.

ESPN NHL
Feb 14, 2026

Even in loss, late goal may be key for Slovakia
Dalibor Dvorsky's goal with 39 seconds left might have sent Slovakia to the quarterfinals in men's hockey at the Olympics even after losing to Sweden 5-3.

ESPN NHL
Feb 14, 2026

Olympics men's hockey daily: U.S back in action against Denmark
Find the full schedule, scoring and goaltending leaders and group standings here.

ESPN NHL
Feb 13, 2026

Kings F Fiala injures leg, ruled out of Olympics
Switzerland forward Kevin Fiala has been ruled out for the rest of the Milan Cortina Olympics with an injury to his left leg.

ESPN NHL
Feb 13, 2026

Kings F Fiala injures leg, carted off in Swiss loss
Switzerland forward Kevin Fiala, a 12-year NHL veteran who plays for the Kings, was taken off the ice on a stretcher during a 5-1 loss to Canada.

ESPN NHL
Feb 13, 2026

?? Ranking the top 50 players in the Olympics
As 12 teams face off for gold in Milan Cortina, here are the players who will have the biggest impact.

ESPN NHL
Feb 13, 2026

Finland outduels Sweden in hockey; Canada wins
Finland's men's hockey team revived its Olympic campaign by outmuscling archrival Sweden in a 4-1 group-stage victory Friday -- 20 years after the sides squared off in the gold medal game at the Turin Games.

ESPN NHL
Feb 13, 2026

A super-sized Big Mac attack: Grades, takeaways from Canada's 5-1 win over Switzerland
Canada has two victories and a 10-1 goal differential in the tournament. Here's how Game 2 was won.

ESPN NHL
Feb 13, 2026

A supersized Big Mac attack: Grades, takeaways from Canada's 5-1 win over Switzerland
Canada has two victories and a 10-1 goal differential in the tournament. Here's how Game 2 was won.

ESPN NHL
Feb 13, 2026

As good as advertised: Grades from Canada's big win over Czechia
It was a dominant start for the tournament's gold-medal favorite. Here's how they rolled -- and what's next.

ESPN NHL
Feb 13, 2026

'He's the truth': Inside Macklin Celebrini's rise to stardom for the Sharks, Team Canada
Scoring the opening Olympic goal for his country was the latest milestone on the phenom's meteoric rise.

ESPN NHL
Feb 13, 2026

Olympics men's hockey daily: Finland upends Sweden, Canada vs. Switzerland
Find the full schedule, scoring and goaltending leaders and group standings here.

ESPN NHL
Feb 13, 2026

Olympics men's hockey daily: Finland upends Sweden, Canada-Switzerland on tap
Plus, Canada and Switzerland square off (3:10 p.m. ET) for early bragging rights atop Group A.

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