Hockey

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: Rangers hope to continue road dominance on trip to Columbus

In two games since returning from injury, Vincent Trocheck is making an impact, and the New York Rangers are scoring at a high rate. The...

NHL: Devils star Jack Hughes (hand) out with non-hockey injury

Devils star Jack Hughes is being evaluated for a non-hockey hand injury, the team announced Friday, with ESPN and Sportsnet reporting Hughes suffered a...

NHL: Steven Stamkos gives Predators OT win over Pens in Stockholm

Steven Stamkos scored 44 seconds into overtime, and the Nashville Predators rallied for a 2-1 win against the Pittsburgh Penguins in the opener of...

NHL: Canadiens’ Alex Newhook out 4 months after ankle surgery

Montreal Canadiens forward Alex Newhook underwent surgery on his fractured ankle and is expected to be sidelined four months, the team announced Friday. The Canadiens...

NHL: Wild intend to force deliberate pace vs. speedy Ducks

The Minnesota Wild will try to avoid getting coerced into a fast-paced game when they host the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday evening. The Ducks are...

NHL: Lightning, Panthers set for testy first meeting of season

The Florida Panthers will be on high alert when an old foe travels south for a Saturday afternoon affair. The two-time defending Stanley Cup...