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NHL season preparations and draft scheduling

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: NHL and collegiate hockey prepare for 2026-27 season

The National Hockey League (NHL) is managing preparations for the upcoming 2026-27 season and long-term scheduling. The league has announced that the 2027 Draft will take place on June 25-26 using a decentralized format,

NHL player contract and compensation developments

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: NHL players Leo Carlsson and Kole Lind make headlines

Reports indicate significant movement regarding NHL player contracts and roster evaluations. Specifically, Leo Carlsson has reportedly received an $18-million-per-year offer sheet. This contract valuation has prompted di

Patrik Laine NHL free agency status

8 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: NHL veterans including Patrik Laine remain without contracts

Patrik Laine remains an unrestricted free agent as the 2026-27 NHL season approaches. Following a difficult stint with the Montreal Canadiens, where he played only five games due to knee surgery, Laine continues to be li

Victor Hedman mental health leave and return

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Victor Hedman discusses mental health leave and return to Lightning

Tampa Bay Lightning captain Victor Hedman has addressed his mid-season hiatus from the previous NHL season, explaining that his absence was driven by mental health challenges. Hedman described experiencing intense perfor

Cal Foote Färjestad BK contract controversy

3 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Färjestad BK faces heavy costs after terminating Cal Foote contract

In late July 2026, former NHL defenseman Cal Foote signed a one‑year contract with Swedish SHL club Färjestad BK after a solid AHL season with the Chicago Wolves. The deal revived his career but also revived public memor