The term “rebuild” in sports carries a ton of negative connotations. It’s a word that goes hand-in-hand with losing and cheering for positioning in the draft rather than the playoffs. However, the unquestionably biggest positive thing to come from rebuilds are the young players that filter into the lineup over time. For a team that
The Detroit Red Wings have been one of the most active teams in free agency this year, signing eight new deals within the first two days of free agency alone. This has left the team with more depth than fans have seen in years, which should make for some stiff competition for roster spots come
Welcome to our daily rumours article brought to you by Betway Sports Would the Penguins bring Brian Boyle back? Dave Molinari of Pittsburgh Hockey Now: The Pittsburgh Penguins have plenty of bottom-six forwards already and are already over the salary cap ceiling, but it’s possible that they could bring back 37-year-old Brian Boyle. Dan Kingerski:
7:00 AM ET Nazem Kadri is a Stanley Cup champion who had 87 points in 71 games last season for the Colorado Avalanche. He hadn’t scored more than 61 points in a season previously, turns 32 in October and is seeking a hefty payday on a new contract. The combination of those factors make Kadri
The Milwaukee Admirals have signed defenseman Keaton Thompson to an American Hockey League contract for the 2022-23 season. Thompson spent the last three seasons with the AHL’s Iowa Wild, skating in 28 games in 2021-22 and recording one goal and three assists. In 275 career AHL games over six seasons with Iowa and San Diego,
EDMONTON – The Edmonton Oilers re-signed forward Jesse Puljujarvi to a one-year, US$3 million deal on Tuesday. Puljujarvi played 65 games this past season and set career highs in points (36) and assists (22). His 14 goals fell one short of his career high. The five-year veteran added another three points in 16 playoff games
Former NHL player and victims rights advocate Sheldon Kennedy has called for the resignation of Hockey Canada president and chief executive officer Scott Smith, his leadership team and the organization’s board of directors as scrutiny of the organization’s handling of sexual abuse allegations involving its players continues. Kennedy posted his demand on Twitter in a
One of the greatest defensemen of all time changed addresses after 17 seasons in his original home. Plus, one of the best returns on a dollar called it a career, and a talented group of players is celebrating a birthday. So, let’s begin our daily trip back in time and enjoy all the great moments
After a career-best 2021-22 season, Nazem Kadri entered free agency ready to sign a lucrative contract. In fact, there were reports that the 31-year-old could land a deal worth almost $10 million per season. However, now that we are nearing the end of July, it seems he and his agent misread the market and he
3:43 PM ET Associated Press VANCOUVER, British Columbia — A jury on Tuesday found former Vancouver Canucks forward Jake Virtanen not guilty of sexual assault after a week of salacious testimony. Virtanen, 25, wept openly when the verdict was read in the Supreme Court of British Columbia. He clutched his head in his hands and
The Tucson Roadrunners have signed forward Adam Cracknell to a one-year American Hockey League contract for the 2022-2023 season. Cracknell enters his 17th pro season after scoring 21 goals and adding 26 assists for 47 points in 58 games with the AHL’s Bakersfield Condors in 2021-22. The Prince Albert, Sask., native also skated for Canada
Former NHL player and victims rights advocate Sheldon Kennedy has called for the resignation of Hockey Canada president and chief executive officer Scott Smith, his leadership team and the organization’s board of directors as scrutiny of the organization’s handling of sexual abuse allegations involving its players continues. Kennedy posted his demand on Twitter in a
A 12-person jury has found former Vancouver Canucks forward Jake Virtanen not guilty of sexual assault. Virtanen was charged with one count of sexual assault in January following an investigation by Vancouver police. The Crown and defence counsel finished their closing arguments Monday by focusing on the reliability of the trial’s two witnesses and their
In this edition of Boston Bruins News & Rumors, fans are growing restless as Patrice Bergeron and David Krejci have yet to sign new deals. Meanwhile, the club did announce just days ago that they have re-signed Jack Studnicka to a multi-year deal. Last but certainly not least, newly hired head coach Jim Montgomery opened
In 2016, the New Jersey Devils selected Jesper Bratt in the sixth round of the annual Entry Draft. At the time, nobody expected him to make the NHL, let alone be a franchise player. After a career year in 2021-22, Bratt is still a restricted free agent. It’s safe to say that the Swedish native
Welcome to our daily rumours article brought to you by Betway Sports Oilers still looking to add. The higher the number for Puljujarvi, the harder to trade him Kurt Levins of the Edmonton Journal: The Edmonton Oilers could be able to make Patrick Kane‘s contract fit. If going to give up assets for someone, would
5:20 PM ET Canadian women’s national team players released an open letter to Hockey Canada on Monday to say they’ll be “part of the fight for the truth” into allegations of sexual assault made against men’s players as they seek a role in reforming the organization. “We join all Canadians in demanding a thorough and
The Ottawa Senators have signed forward Jayce Hawryluk to a one-year, two-way contract. Hawryluk spent the 2021-22 season with Skelleftea AIK in the Swedish Hockey League, recording eight goals and 11 assists in 39 games. Hawryluk previously played five seasons in North America, including 148 games in the AHL with the Springfield Thunderbirds where he