Two major sponsors of the men's world championship said they would review their involvement if Russia is allowed to take part, escalating pressure on the IIHF.
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Canadian PM Mark Carney said Russia will not play at the upcoming world junior tournament, amid a widening boycott by leading hockey nations ahead of the men's worlds.
Kucherov recorded two assists in Tampa Bay's 4-2 win over Detroit in his first home game since asking the Lightning for a trade, drawing warm fan support.
Texas voters rejected authorizing taxes to help repay $700 million in bonds for a proposed $3 billion development that includes an arena for the Stars.
Dylan Samberg scored in overtime as Winnipeg ended a nine-game losing streak by rallying from a four-goal deficit to beat Montreal 5-4.
Nashville sent Wood to Seattle in exchange for Wright, a swap of young forwards.
An NHL insider reported that Dylan Larkin listing Buffalo among trade destinations would not work, keeping his future in Detroit in focus.
The Jets' projected playoff odds dropped below 10 percent during a nine-game losing streak before Tuesday's comeback win over Montreal.
Signing Alexander Nikishin to a $3 million deal did not resolve speculation about Carolina's roster plans and possible trades.
The Athletic published its latest 2026 Stanley Cup playoff bracket and seeding projections.
An analysis argues that adding NHL teams should prompt a larger, better-structured postseason field.
Daily Faceoff assessed which head coaches face the most job pressure early in the season.
A Brock Faber injury update alters Minnesota's blue line plans, and a pundit walked back his prediction that the Wild would miss the playoffs.
A Montreal-focused roundup covered Kucherov trade speculation plus injuries and waiver notes.
ESPN ranked the 32 Hometown Remix jerseys and detailed how Florida's 'pink' design came together.
Sportsbooks posted 2027 Stanley Cup futures, with Carolina listed at +600 to win the title.
A DAZN analysis weighed whether Connor McDavid is the clear frontrunner for the Hart Trophy.
A DAZN breakdown compared the season's top scoring contenders.
ESPN recommended consistent fantasy producers and adds including Travis Konecny for the week ahead.
NHL.com compiled the best goals from the season's fifth week.