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Connor Bedard closing in on return to BlackhawksSportsnet Hockey (all hockey) · 2026-10-12
Canadiens’ Special Teams Need Plenty of WorkThe Montreal Canadiens got a small monkey off their back on Saturday night with a narrow 1-0 victory over the visiting Detroit Red Wings, earned through a myriad of peculiar circumstances, most…The Hockey Writers · 2026-10-12
Stars Lose Duchene, 2 Veteran UFAs Could Emerge as ReplacementsThe post Stars Lose Duchene, 2 Veteran UFAs Could Emerge as Replacements appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. With untimely loss of Matt Duchene for three months, might the Dallas Stars look at a couple of UFA forwards?…NHL Trade Talk · 2026-10-12
‘Durham is such a positive team’: Germany goalkeeper Mali Wichmann on her hockey goalsRising German goalkeeper Mali Wichmann once conducted an interview as a junior player with her old club side Bremer HC headlined Auf der Sonnenseite. It has proved apt. ‘On the Sunny Side’ is how she views her own daily…The Hockey Paper · 2026-10-12
Blackhawks make much needed powerplay changeConnor Bedard is back practicing with the Blackhawks for the second day in a row, taking part in both 5-on-5 line rushes and powerplay drills. The Blackhawks powerplay has struggled early on, only converting once on 14…Draft Prospects Hockey · 2026-10-12
Leafs’ Matthews named NHL’s first star of the weekToronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews is the NHL's first star of the week.Global News NHL · 2026-10-12
Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews named NHL’s 1st star of the weekToronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews is putting the league on notice, quite literally. Matthews was named the NHL’s first star of the week, after registering three goals and nine points over a three-game span.…The Leafs Nation · 2026-10-12
Blues Already Reaping Rewards of Mason McTavish Trade With DucksThe St. Louis Blues decided to make a big splash in the offseason. Armed with solid draft capital in the years ahead, the Blues used some of it to trade with the Anaheim Ducks for Mason McTavish. McTavish had already…Heavy NHL · 2026-10-12
Goaltender Leevi Merilainen getting chance to showcase skills with CanucksWith Thatcher Demko still sidelined, and Kevin Lankinen struggling, Leevi Merilainen is getting the opportunity to showcase his skills.Sportsnet Hockey (all hockey) · 2026-10-12
Dallas Stars veteran forward Matt Duchene will miss about 3 months after surgeryFRISCO, Texas (AP) — Dallas Stars veteran forward Matt Duchene is expected to miss about three months after the team said Monday that he had surgery to repair a core injury. Duchene hasn't played in a game this season…Yahoo Sports · 2026-10-12
Stars’ Matt Duchene injury update reveals long absence after surgeryThe Dallas Stars made three straight Western Conference Finals from 2023 through 2025, but last year fell in the first round to the Minnesota Wild. The early exit from the playoffs was disappointing, but players like…ClutchPoints NHL · 2026-10-12
Matt Duchene Injury Update from the Dallas StarsThe Dallas Stars have some tough news to break on this holiday Monday. From general manager Jim Nill, it seems the veteran forward Matt Duchene injury update is in, and it isn't great. The 35-year-old is set to miss…Last Word On Hockey · 2026-10-12
Evaluating the Flyers’ reluctance to trade Tyson FoersterThe Flyers justifiably like Tyson Foerster, but are they potentially overrating his long-term value?Broad Street Hockey · 2026-10-12
Report: Avalanche Assistant Dave Hakstol Reportedly Nearing Exit for Arizona StateAvalanche assistant Dave Hakstol is reportedly finalizing a deal to become Arizona State’s interim head coach, potentially ending his brief tenure in Colorado as the team continues to struggle on the power play.Yahoo Sports · 2026-10-12
NHL Rumors: Larkin Talks Montreal, Predators Trades, Rangers’ Plans, Tocchet Hot SeatIn today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Nashville Predators could have several big-name veterans available if their season continues to unravel, while the Detroit Red Wings are working with Simon Edvinsson.…The Hockey Writers · 2026-10-12
Devastating Update On Matt Duchene From GM Jim Nill.An injury in training camp has just become a nightmare for the Stars.Hockey Feed · 2026-10-12
Maple Leafs' NHL Prospect Roundup: Getting A Feel For 2026-27The first edition of the Toronto Maple Leafs' NHL prospect roundup is here. Early in the 2026-27 campaign, here is where some of the most notable Leafs prospects stand, all across the world and in several different…The Hockey News - Maple Leafs · 2026-10-12
Flyers Solution to Problems Could Be 146-Goal Former Philly StarThe Philadelphia Flyers are off to a historically bad start to the season. There are all sorts of things that could be blamed, from head coach Rick Tocchet to an odd playing time strategy with Porter Martone. But the…Heavy NHL · 2026-10-12
How Cowan and McKenna have improved Maple Leafs’ puck movementElliotte Friedman joins The FAN Hockey Show to discuss Easton Cowan’s improved play and Gavin McKenna’s arrival has impacted the Toronto Maple Leafs’ offence, saying the team is moving the puck a lot cleaner than last…Sportsnet Hockey (all hockey) · 2026-10-12
The Dylan Garand Era Has Begun On A High NoteThe scary, unnecessary mania over Igor Shesterkin's injury is a barometer of how desperate both the Rangers media – and fans – are for a winner.The Hockey News - New York Rangers · 2026-10-12
Capitals Notebook: Dubois Remains Out With Illness & Won't Travel, Roy Update As Holl Recalled, LinesARLINGTON, V.A. — The Washington Capitals will remain without Pierre-Luc Dubois for at least the first game of their upcoming back-to-back series, as he won't travel and will miss Tuesday's tilt with the Carolina…The Hockey News - Washington Capitals · 2026-10-12
Duchene opéré avec succès et absent pour trois moisLes Stars ont annoncé lundi que Duchene avait été opéré avec succès pour réparer une blessure aux muscles du tronc et qu’il serait absent pour une période d’approximativement trois mois.RDS - LNH · 2026-10-12
Captain Jordan Staal Sidelined With Potential InjuryCarolina's veteran leader missed Sunday's victory in Philadelphia after a last-minute scratch.The Hockey News - Carolina Hurricanes · 2026-10-12
Why trading for Hellebuyck wouldn’t make sense for RangersElliotte Friedman joins The FAN Hockey Show to discuss Igor Shesterkin’s season-ending injury and how the Rangers trading for Connor Hellebuyck wouldn’t make sense for the team right now.Sportsnet Hockey (all hockey) · 2026-10-12- Struggling Sabres change lineup again versus PanthersBUFFALO – After sitting out Saturday’s 4-0 loss to the Utah Mammoth as healthy scratches, forwards Konsta Helenius and Jiri Kulich are in the lineup for this afternoon’s game against the Florida Panthers. To make, room…Buffalo Hockey Beat · 2026-10-12
- Struggling Sabres change lineup again by inserting young forwardsBUFFALO – After sitting out Saturday’s 4-0 loss to the Utah Mammoth as healthy scratches, forwards Konsta Helenius and Jiri Kulich are in the lineup for this afternoon’s game against the Florida Panthers. To make, room…Buffalo Hockey Beat · 2026-10-12
A Look Back on the 5 Worst Teams in NHL HistoryThe San Jose Sharks made headlines to start the 2023-24 season, losing their first 11 games. While this start was one of the worst in NHL history, they were able…The Hockey Writers · 2026-10-12
Cole Caufield passe un message à Kent Hughes : il ne fera plus de cadeau au CanadienLe Canadien profite actuellement de contrats qui pourraient devenir de véritables aubaines, mais Cole Caufield vient de passer un message.Rumeurs de Transaction · 2026-10-12
Canucks Head Coach Manny Malhotra Reveals Why Jamie Oleksiak Was A Healthy Scratch Against The RangersJamie Oleksiak was a healthy scratch for the Canucks on Sunday.The Hockey News - Vancouver Canucks · 2026-10-12
Fantasy Hockey Who's Hot, Who's Not: Matthews, Nylander Lift The Maple Leafs, Panthers Stars StruggleIn this week's fantasy hockey roundup, the Maple Leafs have found their scoring touch and the Stars and Panthers continue to struggle. Meanwhile, Dylan Garand takes over Broadway.The Hockey News · 2026-10-12