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By Myrtle Davies Weekly Episodes Air on Sportsnet in Canada and Stream on Max in the U.S.   NEW YORK (Dec. 11, 2024) – The second episode of “Road To The Discover NHL Winter Classic® presented by Enterprise” premieres tonight at 6 p.m. ET on TNT and simulcast on Max. Fans in Canada will be able to watch…

By Myrtle Davies NEW YORK (Dec. 11, 2024) – National Hockey League Commissioner Gary Bettman today released the following statement regarding the passing of David Bonderman:   “David Bonderman lived a life that was astounding in its breadth of achievement, unflinching in its commitment to excellence and relentless in its passion for improving lives – particularly in his adopted…

By Myrtle Davies * NHL Coast to Coast, the live whip-around show available to viewers on Prime Video Canada starting at 7 p.m. ET, returns as 28 teams hit the ice during Thursday’s slate which includes several streaks, homecomings and Stanley Cup Final rematches. Only the Hurricanes, Rangers, Sabres and Senators are idle. * Claude Giroux is set to join NHL Coast to Coast during…

By Myrtle Davies Scotiabank Joins as the First-Ever Presenting Sponsor of NHL in ASL in Canada   NEW YORK (Dec. 12, 2024) – The National Hockey League (NHL) and P-X-P announced today that NHL in ASL, an alternate telecast dedicated completely to the Deaf community using American Sign Language (ASL), will be returning for season two, beginning…

By Myrtle Davies Scott Laughton, one of three players with a hat trick Thursday, became the first Flyers skater to net four goals in a game in more than two decades.   * The Lightning and Penguins were two of three road teams to score seven or more goals. The only day in NHL history to feature more teams doing so…

By Myrtle Davies NEW YORK (December 13, 2024) – Ottawa Senators forward Josh Norris has been fined $2,000 as supplementary discipline under NHL Rule 64 (Diving/Embellishment), the National Hockey League announced today.   NHL Rule 64 is designed to bring attention to and more seriously penalize players (and teams) who repeatedly dive and embellish in an attempt to…

By Joe Coopersmith NOV. 15, 2024 II NATIONWIDE ARENA II VS. PITTSBURGH PENGUINS   BROADCAST INFORMATION TV:  FanDuel Sports Network Steve Mears (play-by-play), Jody Shelley (analyst), Jean-Luc Grand-Pierre (analyst), Dave Maetzold (reporter), Brian Giesenschlag (Host) Radio:  93.3 THE BUS  Bob McElligott (play-by-play), Dylan Tyrer (host) Penguins to Watch C Sidney Crosby is tied for the team lead in goals and ranks…

By Joe Coopersmith ARLINGTON, VA – To commemorate the Washington Capitals 50th Anniversary, the Capitals will wear their special black screaming eagle jersey for six home games during the 2024-25 season. The jersey features a blue, black, and bronze color scheme, with the Capitol Building displayed on the shoulder. The design is reminiscent of the Capitals’…

By Joe Coopersmith   Caps Alumni Game and Rock the Red Carpet events to take place leading up to a special Opening Night   ARLINGTON, VA – The Washington Capitals have announced an exciting lineup of special events and initiatives to celebrate the club’s 50th anniversary during the 2024-25 NHL season. Plans include fan celebrations,…

By Joe Coopersmith   September 18, 2024 ARLINGTON, Va. – Washington Capitals alternate captain T.J. Oshie completed his medical exam today, and his status is listed as injured. Oshie is expected to be placed on the long-term injury reserve list during the 2024-25 season. Oshie and Capitals Senior Vice President and General Manager Chris Patrick…

By Joe Coopersmith   2024 third-round pick signs three-year entry-level contract   9 27 2024   ARLINGTON, Va. – The Washington Capitals have signed forward Eriks Mateiko to a three-year entry-level contract, senior vice president and general manager Chris Patrick announced today. Mateiko’s contract will carry an average annual value of $889,167. The Capitals selected…

By Joe Coopersmith   Blues assign 8 players to junior teams Team also releases two players in training camp as tryouts   September 24, 2024 St. Louis Blues President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Doug Armstrong announced today the team has assigned eight players to their juniors teams. Players assigned are defensemen Quinton Burns…

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By Charles Hollister NEW YORK (Aug. 14, 2024) – Ryan Getzlaf, whose decorated NHL career with the Anaheim Ducks included a Stanley Cup championship, three NHL All-Star Game appearances, a host of franchise records, a legacy of philanthropy in Orange County and beyond, and two Olympic gold medals for Canada, has joined the National Hockey League’s Department…

By Charles Hollister NEW YORK (Aug. 6, 2024) – The National Hockey League announced today the 2024-25 composite preseason schedule, a 15-day, 106-game slate played across 40 NHL and neutral-site venues in North America and Europe from Sept. 21 to Oct. 5.   Preseason highlights include the Utah Hockey Club making its NHL debut; the Buffalo Sabres traveling overseas for an…

By Charles Hollister NEW YORK (July 29, 2024) – The National Hockey League today issued the following statement regarding the passing of Murray Costello:   “The National Hockey League mourns the passing of Murray Costello, whose service to hockey, both in Canada and at the international level, over a seven-decade career fundamentally impacted the game. Following a…

By Joe Coopersmith AUGUST 19, 2024   COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets have acquired defenseman Jordan Harris from the Montreal Canadiens in exchange for forward Patrik Laine and a 2026 second-round selection, club President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Don Waddell announced today. “We want players that want to be Blue Jackets and Patrik…

By Cord Rankin     NHL Public Relations | NHLPA July 25, 2024 $250,000 Granted by NHLF to 11 Life-Changing Programs; NHL, NHLPA and 32 Clubs Have Raised Over $36 Million for Hockey Fights Cancer Since 1998   NEW YORK/TORONTO (July 25, 2024) – As part of the year-long celebration of Hockey Fights Cancer™, the National Hockey…

By Cord Rankin   NHL Public Relations July 9, 2024 Multiyear Agreement Begins in the 2024-25 NHL Season, with New Era Producing Caps and Apparel for All 32 NHL Teams     BUFFALO, N.Y. (July 9, 2024) – The National Hockey League (NHL) and New Era Cap, LLC, the international sports and lifestyle brand, today announced…

By Stretch Jenkinson   NHL Public Relations July 2, 2024 The NHL announced the 2024-25 regular-season schedule, which includes Florida’s banner-raising night against Boston, games in Europe to start the season (and another visit a month later), outdoor games in Chicago and Columbus, along with the 4 Nations Face-Off in February. Additional key dates are…