On Tuesday, the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) was officially announced, introducing its six inaugural franchises and a 24-game regular season set to start in January 2024. This new league will consist of three teams in the United States and three teams in Canada. In the U.S., the franchises are based in Boston, Minneapolis-St. Paul,
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In a recent announcement, the NFL’s Buffalo Bills and the NHL’s Buffalo Sabres revealed that they will be operating as separate entities going forward. The teams’ owner, Terry Pegula, made the decision to dissolve their parent company, Pegula Sports and Entertainment (PSE), in order to allow each organization to focus on its own efforts. This
In a groundbreaking announcement, the Toronto Maple Leafs’ star center, Auston Matthews, has signed a lucrative four-year contract extension worth $53 million. This extension, set to commence after the conclusion of his current five-year deal, solidifies Matthews’ position as the highest-paid player in the NHL. Surpassing the likes of Nathan MacKinnon, Matthews will now earn
The Anaheim Ducks made a significant move during the offseason, acquiring defenseman Ilya Lyubushkin in a trade with the Buffalo Sabres. In exchange for Lyubushkin, the Ducks sent a fourth-round draft choice in 2025 to Buffalo. This move comes as part of the team’s efforts to strengthen their defense and make a push for the
Rick Jeanneret, affectionately known as RJ, was an iconic figure in the world of hockey broadcasting. Over a career that spanned an impressive 51 years, Jeanneret became synonymous with the Buffalo Sabres. His voice resonated through arenas, captivating audiences and bringing the game to life. Sadly, on Thursday, at the age of 81, Jeanneret passed
The Carolina Hurricanes, an NHL team based in Raleigh, North Carolina, have recently extended the lease at their home arena, PNC Arena, for another 20 years. This lease extension, which will run through the 2043-44 NHL season, comes with exciting developments, including substantial renovations to the building and the surrounding land. In addition to upgrading
The Boston Bruins have been dealt a significant blow as David Krejci, one of their top centers, announces his retirement. This news comes just weeks after the retirement of team captain Patrice Bergeron. The departures of these two key players leave the Bruins without their top two centers, creating a void that will be difficult
The recent acquisition of Erik Karlsson by Pittsburgh has sent shockwaves throughout the NHL community. As the new multi-titled Grand Poobah of Pittsburgh, Kyle Benjamin Dubas has made his mark by finally securing a player he has reportedly coveted since his tenure with the Maple Leafs. While this move has raised many eyebrows, it is
The Arizona Coyotes are one step closer to building a new sports arena and entertainment district, with owner Alex Meruelo executing a letter of intent to purchase a parcel of land in northwest Mesa. This move comes after their temporary stint at Mullett Arena in Tempe, following the city council’s decision not to renew their
Defenseman Matt Dumba has agreed to a one-year, $3.9 million contract with the Arizona Coyotes, according to multiple reports. This move sees him joining a rebuilding team on a deal that could potentially lead to greater riches in the future. After playing 10 seasons with the Minnesota Wild, Dumba now embarks on a new chapter
In a surprising move, the San Jose Sharks have granted defenseman Erik Karlsson’s trade request, sending him to the Pittsburgh Penguins in a three-team deal that also involves the Montreal Canadiens. The Sharks receive veteran forward Mikael Granlund, defenseman Jan Rutta, winger Mike Hoffman, and a 2024 first-round pick. Meanwhile, the Penguins acquire forwards Rem
It was recently announced that Tom Wilson, the homegrown power forward, has signed a seven-year contract extension with the Washington Capitals. This deal, worth $45.5 million, ensures that Wilson will stay with the team for the foreseeable future, potentially even until the end of his NHL career. With this new agreement, Wilson will be prevented