Oilers put G Smith on IR with lower-body injury
October 21, 2021 (00:45) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Mike Smith was hurt in Edmonton's win over Anaheim on Tuesday night. More...

How Seattle's NHL team became the Kraken
October 21, 2021 (00:45) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
When was the name decided upon? Who came up with the color scheme? What about the logo? Here's the full story on the NHL's newest club. More...

PHF games to air on ESPN+ in U.S. in 2021-22
October 20, 2021 (13:15) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
The Premier Hockey Federation's agreement with ESPN marks the first time the league will have all its games hosted on the same platform. More...

Unbeaten Blues lose F Buchnevich to suspension
October 20, 2021 (01:00) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
St. Louis Blues veteran winger Pavel Buchnevich, in his first season with the club after an offseason trade from the New York Rangers, has been suspended two games for headbutting Arizona Coyotes forward Lawson Crouse. More...

Hall of Famer Bossy diagnosed with lung cancer
October 20, 2021 (00:00) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Former New York Islanders forward Mike Bossy, inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1991 after a terrific career in which he was often on a line with fellow stars Bryan Trottier and Clark Gillies, revealed Tuesday he's been diagnosed with lung cancer. More...

Kotkaniemi expects Montreal return to 'be a blast'
October 19, 2021 (23:45) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
After signing a surprising offer sheet in restricted free agency -- and an eventual contract -- with the Carolina Hurricanes in August, Jesperi Kotkaniemi will meet his former team, the Montreal Canadiens, on Thursday. More...

Jets' Wheeler (COVID-19) out at least four games
October 19, 2021 (21:45) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
The Jets said before their game Tuesday at Minnesota that Winnipeg captain Blake Wheeler was symptomatic after testing positive for COVID-19, and that he will miss at least four games. More...

Fantasy hockey rankings update: Kucherov, Pacioretty, Stone injury impact
October 19, 2021 (17:30) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
With injuries to Nikita Kucherov, Max Pacioretty, and Mark Stone, Sean Allen looks at their future value this season, and what players may step into their roles. More...

Avs' MacKinnon clears protocol, can play vs. Caps
October 19, 2021 (15:15) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Avalanche star Nathan MacKinnon, tested positive for the coronavirus last week and had been in the league's COVID-19 protocols since Oct. 12, is eligible to play against the Capitals on Tuesday. More...

Viewer's guide to Capitals-Avalanche, Blackhawks-Islanders
October 19, 2021 (11:15) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Two early-season marquee matchups are on the ESPN schedule on Tuesday. Here's what you need to know. More...

Sharks' Kane out 21 games for violating protocol
October 18, 2021 (22:30) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Embattled San Jose forward Evander Kane, who did not participate with the Sharks at training camp, has been suspended for 21 games without by the NHL for an "established violation" of the NHL/NHLPA COVID-19 protocol. More...

Blue Jackets' Domi out 2-4 weeks with rib injury
October 18, 2021 (22:30) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Columbus Blue Jackets forward Max Domi will miss two to four weeks with a rib fracture. More...

Fantasy hockey waiver watch: Options to replace Nikita Kucherov
October 18, 2021 (20:15) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Victoria Matiash spotlights Nikita Kucherov's injury, and options to replace him. More...

Cooper: Kucherov injury 'not a day-to-day thing'
October 18, 2021 (17:15) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Lightning coach Jon Cooper said Monday that Nikita Kucherov's injury is expected to keep him out for a significant amount of time. More...

For a wrestling coach and a daughter of an NHL icon, 'ALS stands for A Love Story'
October 18, 2021 (13:15) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Randel McCoy and Brianna LaFontaine had been dating for about six months when a devastating diagnosis changed the future they had hoped to build. More...

Assessing NHL overreactions: Can McDavid score 200? Will the Sabres make the playoffs?
October 18, 2021 (13:00) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
With close to a week in the books, here are 10 early overreactions -- and whether they're delusional, or trends that will continue. More...

Hayes family: Fentanyl was in ex-NHLer's system
October 17, 2021 (22:00) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Former NHL player Jimmy Hayes had cocaine and fentanyl in his system when he died, his family told The Boston Globe on Sunday. They hope sharing his story "can save someone's life." More...

Golden Knights lose Pacioretty, Stone to injuries
October 16, 2021 (23:45) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
The Vegas Golden Knights, off to a bit of a sluggish start at 1-1, lost two more players when forward Max Pacioretty and captain Mark Stone were injured Thursday against the Los Angeles Kings, adding key names to a long list of inactives. More...

Red Wings' Larkin suspended 1 game for punch
October 15, 2021 (21:30) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
The NHL says Dylan Larkin was suspended for retaliating to Mathieu Joseph's hit from behind with a punch in the face when the opponent was not suspecting it. More...

Fantasy hockey: Forecaster for the week of Oct. 18 to Oct. 24
October 15, 2021 (21:15) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Your essential guide to setting fantasy hockey lineups that take full advantage of every NHL team's strength of schedule. More...

PHF updates transgender, non-binary policy
October 15, 2021 (16:15) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
The Premier Hockey Federation has updated its policy for transgender and non-binary athletes, providing - among other information - guidance on hormone use for transitioning male athletes. More...

Source: Bruins, McAvoy reach 8-year, $76M deal
October 15, 2021 (14:30) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy, who inherited the No. 1 defenseman role for Boston last season, has agreed to an eight-year, $76 million contract extension, a source told ESPN. More...

Viewers guide to Wild-Ducks on ESPN+
October 15, 2021 (11:15) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
We've got a captivating early-season matchup as Kirill Kaprizov & Co. head out west to take on John Gibson and the feisty Ducks. More...

Avs' Landeskog suspended 2 games for boarding
October 14, 2021 (23:00) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Avalanche forward Gabriel Landeskog has been suspended without pay for boarding Blackhawks forward Kirby Dach in the season opener. More...

Senators sign Tkachuk to 7-year, $57.5M deal
October 14, 2021 (16:00) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
The Senators have signed forward Brady Tkachuk -- their scoring leader the past two seasons -- to a seven-year, $57.5 million contract. More...

Maple Leafs tops NHL's most valued list at $2B
October 14, 2021 (13:30) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Original Six teams, led by the Maple Leafs at $2 billion, make up top five of NHL's most valued teams, according to data compiled by Sportico. More...

Wyshynski: Why the Islanders will win the Stanley Cup
October 14, 2021 (12:30) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
After appraising all 32 NHL teams ahead of the 2021-22 season, our senior writer believes the Cup will be headed back to Nassau County. More...

'Am I going to be all right?' Blue Jackets' Merzlikins tries to move on after death of Kivlenieks
October 14, 2021 (12:15) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Countrymen, teammates and fellow goalies, Elvis Merzlikins and Matiss Kivlenieks were more than best friends. After Kivlenieks' death in a fireworks accident this offseason, Merzlikins must carry on without his "little brother." More...

Ovechkin gets career goal 732, now 5th all-time
October 14, 2021 (02:30) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Alex Ovechkin scored twice in Washington's 5-1 win over the Rangers. His 732 career goals rank No. 5 all-time in the NHL. More...

Leafs agree to helmet decal deal with TikTok
October 14, 2021 (00:00) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
The Toronto Maple Leafs sported TikTok decals on their helmets Wednesday night after the team's parent company agreed to a one-year deal with the social media platform. More...

Preds sign Ekholm to 4-year, $25M extension
October 13, 2021 (20:00) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
The Predators signed defenseman Mattias Ekholm to a four-year, $25 million extension on Wednesday. More...

Caps' Ovi game-time decision for opener vs. NY
October 13, 2021 (17:15) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Caps' star winger Alex Ovechkin was back at practice Wednesday after being out with a lower-body injury, but he'll remain a game time decision for Washington's season opener against the New York Rangers. More...

Devils adding ads from Black-owned businesses
October 13, 2021 (12:15) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
The Devils will have helmet ads from Black-owned businesses for 13 games this season through an arrangement with Prudential. It's the first time an NHL helmet sponsor has donated that space. More...

NHL Opening Night 2021 -- Best moments from Tampa Bay Lightning's banner raising, the Seattle Kraken's first game and more
October 13, 2021 (01:45) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
The NHL is back and the 2021 regular season kicks off with a doubleheader featuring a championship team and a fresh new franchise in their first season. More...

Bettman says only four NHL players unvaccinated
October 13, 2021 (00:45) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said the league has just four unvaccinated players as the season begins. More...

Avs' MacKinnon to miss opener with COVID-19
October 12, 2021 (22:00) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Avalanche star Nathan McKinnon will miss Wednesday's season opener against the Blackhawks with a breakthrough case of COVID-19. More...

NHL Opening Day 2021 -- Best moments from Tampa Bay Lightning's banner raising, the Seattle Kraken's first game and more
October 12, 2021 (21:45) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
The NHL is back and the 2021 regular season kicks off with a doubleheader featuring a championship team and a fresh new franchise in their first season. More...

Caps' Ovechkin questionable for opener vs. NYR
October 12, 2021 (17:45) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin is questionable to play in Wednesday's season opener against the New York Rangers. More...

Canadiens, rising star Suzuki have $63M deal
October 12, 2021 (14:30) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
The Canadiens have reached agreement on an eight-year, $63 million deal with Nick Suzuki. More...

Answering the biggest questions of the 2021-22 NHL season
October 12, 2021 (13:30) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Can the Lightning do it again? How will the Kraken fare? Who will surprise (and disappoint) and who will win it all? Our experts weigh in. More...

Best bets for the 2021-22 NHL season
October 12, 2021 (12:30) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
The NHL is ready for a full season of games. Our betting experts offer best bets and props for the NHL season. More...

Viewer's guide to NHL opening night: Key intel for Lightning-Penguins, Knights-Kraken
October 12, 2021 (11:00) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Get ready for ESPN's opening-night doubleheader with intel on how to watch, players to monitor, statistical insights and more. More...

2021-22 NHL season picks: Stanley Cup, division winners and awards
October 12, 2021 (11:00) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Who will win the Stanley Cup? Who are the favorites for the Hart, Norris and Vezina? Here are our picks. More...

Penguins captain Crosby (wrist) to miss opener
October 12, 2021 (02:45) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Sidney Crosby is still recovering from a September wrist surgery and will miss the Penguins season opener against Tampa on Tuesday. More...

Fantasy hockey training camp wrap up: Notes from all 32 teams
October 11, 2021 (21:00) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Before the puck drops on ESPN tomorrow night, catch up with the latest news and notes from training camp as Victoria Matiash goes inside each team's roster moves. More...

Kraken have 5 in COVID protocol prior to debut
October 11, 2021 (20:45) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
Jared McCann, Joonas Donskoi, Marcus Johansson and Jamie Oleksiak have joined Calle Jarnkrok on the NHL's COVID-19 protocol list prior to the expansion Seattle Kraken playing in its first-ever game Tuesday. More...

Blackhawks bring back defenseman Gustafsson
October 11, 2021 (17:15) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
The Blackhawks brought back Erik Gustafsson on Monday, agreeing to a one-year contract with the defenseman. More...

Women set to officiate AHL games for first time
October 11, 2021 (15:45) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
The AHL will have 10 women officiating games this season -- a historic move that could pave the way for a woman to one day officiate an NHL game. More...

How to bet on hockey: The ins and outs of wagering on the NHL
October 11, 2021 (14:30) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
How popular is NHL betting? What are the options for wagers? We're here to provide some clarity. More...

Lightning give coach Cooper 3-year extension
October 11, 2021 (13:30) [ Indexed from ESPN.com ]
The Lightning have signed coach Jon Cooper to a three-year extension. More...