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Werenski reiterates Blue Jackets' future tied to contending
Zach Werenski would like to remain with the Columbus Blue Jackets long term, even though there are two seasons left on his current contract.

Hockey Canada extends bans stemming from 2018 sexual assault case
Three of the five hockey players acquitted of sexual assault in the 2018 Canada world junior case had their international bans extended for at least another year.

2026 NHL free agency tracker: News, contracts, grades, buzz
Get up to speed on all the latest veteran additions teams are making beginning on June 30.

Penguins sign Ville Koivunen to 8-year deal worth $32M
The Pittsburgh Penguins made a significant investment in their future on Thursday, signing forward Ville Koivunen to an eight-year contract worth $4 million annually.

Graf stays with Sharks on 3-year deal worth $12.75 million
Forward Collin Graf, who had 21 goals and 25 assists in 81 games last season, re-signed with the Sharks on a three-year deal worth $12.75 million.

Penguins sign veteran forward Tommy Novak to a 3-year extension
The Pittsburgh Penguins signed dependable forward Tommy Novak to a three-year contract extension on Friday.

NHL rookie roundtable: Gavin McKenna and other top rookies answer burning questions
How would you want people to describe your game? Most embarrassing hockey story? We got the answers to those questions and more from some of the NHL's top rookies.

Swedish Elite League team rescinds Foote deal amid fan uproar
Färjestad BK of the Swedish Elite League announced Thursday it was not going to honor Cal Foote's contract after conversations with stakeholders.

IIHF says Russia still from 4 world tournaments in 2027
The International Ice Hockey Federation said Russia will not be allowed to participate in four tournaments next year after a review by the organization's council.

Vancouver Goldeneyes GM Cara Gardner Morey steps down to coach
Cara Gardner Morey is stepping down as the Vancouver Goldeneyes GM to fill the team's head-coaching vacancy, the PWHL announced on Thursday.

No. 1 2026 NHL draft pick Gavin McKenna sets rookie season goals
Gavin McKenna, the No. 1 pick of the 2026 NHL Draft, outlined his season goals on Wednesday at the NHLPA Rookie Showcase.

Sharks sign Macklin Celebrini to five-year, $94M extension
The $18.8 million average annual value on his five-year extension will make Macklin Celebrini the highest-paid player in the NHL.

Canucks' Cammi Granato shifts from assistant GM to adviser role
Hockey Hall of Fame player Cammi Granato is changing roles within the Canucks' front office.

Blue Jackets, Sillinger reach 3-year deal to avoid arbitration
The Blue Jackets avoided arbitration by reaching an agreement to sign forward Cole Sillinger to a three-year, $13.875 million contract.

Tortorella 'disappointed' by Vegas' decision, hopes for next job
John Tortorella admits he was "disappointed" by the Golden Knights' decision not to retain him after their surprising run to the Stanley Cup Final but says he is already thinking about another coaching opportunity.

Blue Jackets sign goaltender Jet Greaves to 3-year, $15M deal
The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed goaltender Jet Greaves to a three-year, $15 million contract through the 2028-29 season.

Patrick Kane returns to Blackhawks on two-year contract
The Blackhawks and Patrick Kane have agreed to a two-year deal with an average annual value of $8 million as the winger returns to the team where he became an NHL superstar.

Grading preseason bold predictions for all 32 NHL teams
Steve Yzerman "failing up?" Spot on. Rangers returning to the playoffs? Not so much.

Stars GM says signing Jason Robertson to long-term deal remains goal
Stars GM Jim Nill said signing winger Jason Robertson to a long-term contract remains his goal, after the two sides ended a contentious negotiation with a one-year deal this week.

Winnipeg Jets poke fun at Miami Heat's LeBron presser link mistake
The Miami Heat's late-night mistake led to an NHL franchise to make some jokes.