NHL commissioner Gary Bettman breaks rule in favor of Florida Panthers. Bettman reportedly granted an exception to the Panthers team that's considered 'rare'. The NHL made two exceptions for players that would get their names on the cup with the #Panthers, despite not reaching the games played eligibility:. Jonah Gadjovich...

Gary Bettman violates NHL rule book in favor of the Florida Panthers' Cup win

Washington, DC

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The Kontinental Hockey League is becoming a more viable option for NHLers unhappy with their situation, and that’s exactly where former Washington Capitals star Evgeny Kuznetsov is heading.According to Arina Nuriakhmetova of Russian news outlet championat.com, Kuznetsov plans to terminate his NHL deal and sign a four-year contract with SKA Saint Petersburg.He has one year left on his current NHL contract with the Carolina Hurricanes that would pay him $7.8 million through the 2024-25 season.Kuznetsov is just the latest player to bolt to the KHL this offseason. San Jose Sharks forward Egor Afanasyev and former Philadelphia Flyers draft pick Wade Allison...

Ex-Capitals star reportedly heading back to Russian KHL

With Evgeny Kuznetsov potentially leaving the NHL for the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL), he leaves behind a legacy for being one of the best forwards in the Alex Ovechkin era. He was not around for the beginning seasons of Ovechkin’s time like Nicklas Backstrom was, but Kuznetsov showed up in 2013-14, and grew into a star Capitals fans were proud to see on the ice. He especially played a key role during Washington’s Stanley Cup championship in 2018. It was heartbreaking for fans when he was traded to the Carolina Hurricanes this past season, but he ended his time in Washington as one of the best to ever lace up the skates for the organization.

Former Capital Kuznetsov Provided Offensive Stability While in Washington

Pittsburgh, PA

The Pittsburgh Penguins are facing trade rumors regarding goaltender Tristan Jarry, with suggestions of a $26 million trade deal. However, despite speculation from various sources, including Mark Madden and Rob Rossi, NHL insider Elliotte Friedman, and Bleacher Report analyst Lyle Richardson, the likelihood of a trade seems unrealistic due to Jarry's inconsistent performance and challenging contract. Jarry, along with Alex Nedeljkovic, is expected to be the goalie tandem for the Penguins, while prospect Joel Blomqvist develops in the AHL. The presence of a no-trade clause in Jarry's contract further complicates any potential trade decisions.

NHL Rumors: Penguins Consider Trading Goaltender Tristan Jarry amid Extension Talks with Sidney Crosby

Utah State

Tampa, FL

Welcome to another edition of Full Press Hockey’s NHL Rumors! As the 2023-24 regular season has concluded, teams are already strategizing for next season. Free agency started on July 1st. The 32 NHL organizations made history by spending over a billion dollars on free agents, marking it as the most expensive offseason in NHL history. Some of the contracts given out were incredible moves for both the franchises and the players. What could these changes mean for the teams and their future performance? Let’s dive in.

NHL Rumors: Tampa Bay Lightning, Vegas Golden Knights, Utah Hockey Club

There has been a lot of smoke surrounding a potential Tristan Jarry trade away from the Pittsburgh Penguins since late June. On June 21, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review writer Mark Madden suggested that “it’s time” for the Penguins to part ways with their $26.875 million goaltender. “The re-signing of...

NHL Writer Shoots Down Penguins’ $26 Million Trade Rumor

This afternoon a new report has surfaced revealing that the Utah Hockey Club could be looking to trade one of their top young defensemen over the last several years. The Utah Hockey Club has started off its existence as a franchise with a bang. At the NHL Draft, they selected the son of former Hall of Fame player Jarome Iginla Tij Iginla. Then on day 2 of the NHL Draft GM Bill Armstrong made several major upgrades to their NHL roster trading for Mikhail Sergachev and John Marino.

Utah Hockey Club reportedly on the verge of trading young top-15 pick

Chicago, IL

Wake up, Chicago Wolves fans; the 2024-25 season schedule has been announced! The team on X announced their schedule with a plethora of wolf references across television and movies. Ranging from the cartooned Big Bad Wolf to Remus Lupin from Harry Potter, the Wolves did not waste any time letting people know that the Wolves are ready to hunt for the Calder Cup Playoffs once again.

Chicago Wolves Weekly: 2024-25 Schedule Release & Team’s Latest Signings

From dominant dynasties like the Blackhawks to miraculous underdog champions like the St. Louis Blues, we’ll delve into the defining moments and superstar players that propelled each title-winning team of the 21st century. Join us as we rank each Stanley Cup-winning squad since 2000.

The Last 23 Stanley Cup Winners, Ranked From Worst to Best

Philadelphia, PA

When Garnet Hathaway signed a two-year deal with the Flyers last summer, not even two months after the organization publicly embraced a rebuild, nobody really knew if this would be more than a brief marriage. The Flyers were in a significant transition with an emphasis on youth and development. Hathaway...

Hathaway committed to Flyers' future, wants to see it ‘take off'

Raleigh, NC

The hockey world is officially in the part of summer where the news slows down considerably after a hectic couple of weeks with the 2024 NHL Entry Draft and free agency being so close together. Now fans are just waiting nervously if their team will make any moves over the next few weeks before training camps start in September. However, the 2024-25 schedules are officially out so that will be a topic of discussion for some fanbases.

StormWatch: A Way-Too-Early Roster Prediction for the Hurricanes

Last year at about this time, I wrote a piece arguing that the Ottawa Senators needed to be bigger, badder but mostly meaner to make the playoffs. Just as Toronto Maple Leafs general manager (GM) Brad Treliving had done last summer by adding Tyler Bertuzzi, Max Domi and Ryan Reaves to his squad, I made the case that then-Senators’ GM Pierre Dorion needed to “add more snot” to his roster. He didn’t and that’s one of the reasons the Senators hit the golf links early this spring.

Senators’ Staios Adds Much-Needed Grit to Roster

New York Post

It is going to be the same kind of late June crunch schedule next year, too, with the Four Nations tournament coming up in February, the regular season ending April 17, at least two weeks too late. It will be the same in 2025-26 when the NHL returns to the Olympic Games in Milan.

There will be no time to breathe between the Cup Final and the draft, then no time to breathe between the draft and free agency. The compressed schedule has as much to do with cost as the elimination of the centralized draft. Well, almost as much. Well,...

NHL’s dizzying calendar crunch leaves teams no room to breathe

New Jersey State

According to a report out of Russia, New Jersey Devils division rival, the Carolina Hurricanes, are losing center Evgeny Kuznetsov. Per championat.com, Kuznetsov is terminating his contract with the Hurricanes and returning to the KHL where he will sign a four-year contract with SKA St. Petersburg. The Hurricanes took a...

Metropolitan Division: Hurricanes Center to Terminate Contract, Sign in KHL

Dallas, TX

Dallas Stars forward Joe Pavelski continued his red-hot play at the American Century Championship on Saturday at Edgewood Tahoe at Lake Tahoe. After a 21-point first round on Friday, the NHL veteran scored 28 points, an astounding round for the Stableford format tournament which awards a certain number of points per hole instead of straight stroke play.

Pavelski moves up to 2nd place at American Century Championship

Seattle, WA

Fired former Seattle Kraken coach Dave Hakstol reflects on the areas where the team fell short during the non-playoffs 2023-24 season, citing chemistry challenges. Despite past successes, including leading the team to 46 wins and the second round of the playoffs, Hakstol faced unexpected dismissal amidst NHL coaching changes. Hakstol...

Former Seattle Kraken Coach Dave Hakstol Reflects on Team’s Shortcomings and Future in NHL

Three NHL superstars are poised to sign long-term contract extensions with their current teams, following the recent free agency period. Sidney Crosby, at age 37, continues to shine for the Pittsburgh Penguins, leading the team in scoring with 94 points in the previous season. His new deal is expected to range between $10-12 million annually over three to four years. The New York Rangers' standout goaltender Igor Shesterkin, coming off a Vezina win and consistent stellar performance, is set to become the league's highest-paid netminder as he negotiates a new contract with a significant salary increase. Mikko Rantanen, a top performer for the Colorado Avalanche, is likely to secure a deal surpassing $10 million annually for six to eight years, positioning him just below his teammate Nathan MacKinnon's salary.

Three NHL Stars Poised for Lucrative Contract Extensions

Breakaway On SI

Arguably the greatest player to ever wear a Tampa Bay Lightning sweater is gone, and it still doesn't feel real.

Steven Stamkos Leaves Unforgettable Legacy With Lightning

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Connor McDavid Could Be Third-Fastest to 1,000 Points

After a dominant 132-point season capped off by a 42-point playoff run, there is no question that Connor McDavid is one of the most talented hockey...

Connor McDavid Could Be Third-Fastest to 1,000 Points

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