In a groundbreaking move, Leon Draisaitl, star center for the Edmonton Oilers, has signed an eight-year contract extension that has set a new standard in the NHL. The deal, which will come into effect from the 2025-26 season, will see Draisaitl earn an average annual value of $14 million, totaling $112 million over the course
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The hockey community is in mourning following the tragic deaths of NHL player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew. The brothers were killed by a suspected drunken driver while riding their bikes in New Jersey. The accident occurred last week in Oldmans Township, where the driver struck them from behind, resulting in their untimely deaths.
The widow of Columbus Blue Jackets forward Johnny Gaudreau recently took to social media to pay tribute to her late husband and express her deep love for him. In a heartfelt Instagram post, Meredith Gaudreau shared family photos and memories of Johnny, praising him as the “best dad” to their young children. Despite the tragic
The Carolina Hurricanes have solidified their commitment to the future by signing forward Seth Jarvis to an eight-year, $63.2 million contract. This move ensures that the team retains a top young forward who has shown immense potential and skill on the ice. General manager Eric Tulsky emphasized Jarvis’ importance to the franchise, calling him “a
The widow of Columbus Blue Jackets forward Johnny Gaudreau recently took to social media to pay tribute to her late husband. In a heartfelt post, she expressed her eternal love for him and described him as the “best dad” to their young children. The post was accompanied by family photos of Johnny celebrating his 31st
The hockey world was shaken by the devastating news of the untimely passing of Columbus Blue Jackets winger Johnny Gaudreau and his brother, Matthew. The tragic accident, which occurred in New Jersey, where the brothers were attending their sister’s wedding, has left a void in the hearts of everyone who knew them. The incident, involving
The Anaheim Ducks have recently made the decision to transition their local game broadcasts from a regional sports network to a combination of direct-to-consumer streaming and local over-the-air broadcasts. This shift in their broadcasting model is part of a larger trend in the NHL, with several teams making similar moves this offseason. The Ducks announced
Yaroslav Askarov, a highly touted goaltending prospect in the NHL, was recently traded to the San Jose Sharks in a move that signifies a significant development in the league’s rebuilding landscape. The trade involved the Sharks acquiring Askarov, forward Nolan Burke, and a 2025 third-round pick from the Nashville Predators. In return, the Predators received
The world of hockey is no stranger to siblings making a mark on the ice, but the Hughes brothers have taken it to a whole new level. EA Sports made a bold move by featuring not just one, but three brothers from the same family on the cover of NHL 25. Jack and Luke Hughes,
The acquisition of Patrik Laine by the Montreal Canadiens in exchange for defenseman Jordan Harris and a second-round pick has the potential to be a game-changer for the team. Laine has the ability to provide the offensive firepower that the Canadiens have been lacking and can give a much-needed veteran presence to the team’s forward
The Edmonton Oilers made a strategic move on Sunday by acquiring forward Vasily Podkolzin in a trade with the Vancouver Canucks. Podkolzin, the No. 10 pick in 2019, is a promising young player who could potentially address some of the team’s roster concerns. The Oilers traded a 2025 fourth-round pick from the Ottawa Senators to
Bill Zito, the general manager and president of hockey operations for the Florida Panthers, recently made a nostalgic visit to his roots in Milwaukee. During his teenage years, Zito worked as a clubhouse attendant for the Milwaukee Brewers, a role that held significant meaning for him. Bringing the Stanley Cup to the Brewers’ clubhouse was