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Macklin Celebrini hit

March 8

Macklin Celebrini calls out officials after dirty hit to the head

Jun 15, 2024; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Sportsnet host David Amber (left) and NHL Insider Elliotte Friedman (right) prior to the game between the Edmonton Oilers and the Florida Panthers in game four of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

March 7

Friedman confirms failed blockbuster trade involving multiple teams at the deadline

Oct 25, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; St. Louis Blues defenseman Colton Parayko (55) and Detroit Red Wings right wing Michael Brandsegg-Nygård (28) go after the puck in the second period at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

March 5

Major complications surfaces on imminent trade involving Parayko

Dec 30, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) looks on against the Carolina Hurricanes during the first period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

March 5

Penguins provide important update on Sidney Crosby ahead of the trade deadline

Dec 31, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; St. Louis Blues center Robert Thomas (18) in the third period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

March 4

Robert Thomas on the move after eight years with the St. Louis Blues: Insider shares the details in the update

Mar 2, 2026; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Elias Pettersson (40) skates in warm up prior to a game against the Dallas Stars at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

March 3

Fake blockbuster trade involving $11.6 million player fools the media

Jan 6, 2026; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Vegas Golden Knights forward Mark Stone (61) and Winnipeg Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck (37) look for the puck during the first period at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: Terrence Lee-Imagn Images

March 3

Hockey fans are furious with Mark Stone and they are sending a clear message to the NHL

Oct 21, 2023; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens center Nick Suzuki (14) and defenseman Johnathan Kovacevic (26) against the Washington Capitals during the third period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

March 3

Kent Hughes and the Canadiens could potentially bring back a defenseman in a trade

Oct 2, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues center Robert Thomas (18) controls the puck against the Ottawa Senators during the second period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

March 1

Roster transaction confirmed for top NHL trade target Robert Thomas

Jan 31, 2026; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Elias Pettersson (40) during a stop in play against the Toronto Maple Leafs in the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

March 1

Elias Pettersson situation takes a wild turn in Vancouver as Canucks prepare for deadline

The Maple Leafs and Senators engaged in a full-blown line brawl after Anthony Stolarz is clipped

March 1

Violent line brawl ensues after Anthony Stolarz clipped by feisty Senators forward

May 1, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon (29) celebrates his go ahead goal with defenseman Samuel Girard (49), left wing Artturi Lehkonen (62),center Martin Necas (88) and defenseman Sam Malinski (70) in the third period against the Dallas Stars against the Dallas Stars in game six of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

February 28

Update on Colorado Avalanche investigation and the verdict is quickly answered

Jan 6, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Florida Panthers head coach Paul Maurice watches the play against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

February 28

Paul Maurice facing $50K fine after Friday officiating freakout

Feb 22, 2026; Milan, Italy; Quinn Hughes (43) of the United States and Jack Hughes (86) of the United States celebrate after defeating Canada in the mens ice hockey gold medal game during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

February 27

Quinn Hughes trashed immediately after the Olympic final

Stick and puck

February 26

The hockey world is in mourning as important NHL figure passes away

Feb 13, 2026; Milan, Italy; Sidney Crosby of Canada during the warm up before the match against Switzerland in mens ice hockey group A play during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

February 25

Sidney Crosby breaks silence on horrible Radko Gudas hit

Oct 21, 2023; Buffalo, New York, USA; New York Islanders right wing Julien Gauthier (16) prepares for a faceoff in the third period against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

February 24

The first post-Olympic break NHL trade has been completed

Feb 3, 2026; Elmont, New York, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) shoots the puck against the New York Islanders during the first period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

February 23

Penguins spark massive concern with vague Sidney Crosby injury update

Jan 10, 2026; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard (98) skates with the puck against the Nashville Predators during the second period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

February 23

Massive roster regret for Team Canada settling for silver without Connor Bedard

Feb 22, 2026; Milan, Italy; Quinn Hughes (43) of the United States and Jack Hughes (86) of the United States celebrate after defeating Canada in the mens ice hockey gold medal game during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

February 22

Quinn Hughes Destroys Critics In Massive Defense Of Brother Jack After Gold

Feb 13, 2026; Milan, Italy; Sidney Crosby of Canada in action with Akira Schmid of Switzerland in mens ice hockey group A play during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

February 22

Sidney Crosby Officially Ruled Out For Gold Medal Game

[US, Mexico Canada customers only] Feb 20, 2026; Milan, Italy; United States players celebrate after defeating Slovakia in a mens ice hockey semifinal during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: David W Cerny/Reuters via Imagn Images

February 21

Official update on the incident that struck the game after Team Canada and Team USA’s wins on Friday

Feb 20, 2026; Milan, Italy; Tage Thompson (72) of the United States celebrates after scoring a goal during the first period against Slovakia in a mens ice hockey semifinal during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Lang-Imagn Images

February 21

Team USA gets a massive injury update on star forward Tage Thompson ahead of gold medal game

Nov 27, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) and center Evgeni Malkin (71) talk before a face-off against the Vancouver Canucks during the third period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

February 20

Penguins and Evgeni Malkin expected to discuss a contract extension