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NHL: Report: Houston or Austin could get NHL team by 2029-30

It appears Houston or Austin could land the NHL's next expansion franchise -- possibly by the end of 2026 -- and potentially begin play in 2029-30, The Athletic reported...

NHL: Blue Jackets G Elvis Merzlikins undergoes shoulder surgery

Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Elvis Merzlikins is sidelined indefinitely after undergoing surgery earlier this week to repair an...

NHL: Bruins and Oilers to play games in Germany in 2027-28 season

The Edmonton Oilers and Boston Bruins each will play two regular-season games in Germany in 2027-28, the league...

NHL: Rangers re-sign D Scott Morrow to 1-year contract

The New York Rangers agreed to terms with defenseman Scott Morrow on Wednesday to a one-year deal. Morrow, 23,...

NHL: Start of season in doubt for Panthers F Brad Marchand

Florida Panthers forward Brad Marchand is recovering from offseason surgery and could miss the start of the 2026-27...

NHL: Slumping Jets look to beat Flames for third time this season

The Winnipeg Jets have one shot to spin some positive into their road trip when they face the Calgary Flames on Saturday. After a 5-3...

NHL: East-leading Devils take on Capitals after Jack Hughes’ ‘fluke’ injury

The New Jersey Devils have spent the first month-plus of the season picking up where they left off last year. Maintaining that pace might...

NHL: Road-warrior Kings, home-success Senators set for Ottawa clash

The Los Angeles Kings will be laying their three-game win streak on the line when they face a difficult road test against the Ottawa...

NHL: Bruins, Habs both looking to bounce back in showdown of rivals

The recipe for a good rivalry typically does not need another dash of spice. With both teams coming off hard losses and sitting tied atop...

NHL: Red Wings ‘took the test,’ now seek another passing grade vs. Sabres

The Detroit Red Wings snapped a three-game losing streak on Thursday with a strong outing against Anaheim. They'll hope for a carryover effect when...

NHL: Slumping Maple Leafs hope to snap skid against youth-led Blackhawks

While the slumping Toronto Maple Leafs sense a level of urgency amid a four-game losing streak, coach Craig Berube insists the club is not...