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Jan 6, 2026; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Islanders goaltender Ilya Sorokin (30) makes a save against the New Jersey Devils during the first period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images

Ilya Sorokin Sets Islanders’ Shutout Record in Devils Beatdown

The New Jersey Devils made NHL infamy, allowing the New York Islanders to put up a final score of 9-0 en route to goaltender Ilya Sorokin making franchise history.

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Rangers Place Star Goalie on Injured Reserve

World Juniors Offers Hope for Blackhawks' Rebuild

Brad Marchand Reveals Which Team He Almost Left Panthers For

Senators Recall Mads Søgaard for Two-Game Road Trip

Canadiens' Alexandre Texier Lone NHL Player on Team France

Bruins’ David Pastrnak Headlines Czechia’s Winter Olympics Roster

Blue Jackets' Elvis Merzlikins Set to Lead Team Latvia

Canadian Teenagers in NHL Prove Hockey Canada System Still Works

Jersey Shore Cast Shows Devils Support

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Apr 15, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Ilya Samsonov (35) guards his net against the Calgary Flames during the second period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

Three Landing Spots for Top Free Agent Goalie

Apr 17, 2025; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Carolina Hurricanes center Jack Roslovic (96) skates with the puck in the second period against the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-Imagn Images

Three Landing Spots for Top Free Agent Forward

Apr 30, 2024; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Evgeny Kuznetsov (92) scores a penalty shot goal against New York Islanders during the first period in game five of the first round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Canadiens Out on Former Stanley Cup Champion

Apr 11, 2025; Newark, New Jersey, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Matt Grzelcyk (24) shoots the puck during the first period against the New Jersey Devils at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

Three Landing Spots for Top Free Agent Defenseman

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Green Bay Gamblers forward Will Zellers (34) skates with the puck against the Waterloo Black Hawks on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the Resch Center in Ashwaubenon, Wis. Waterloo won the game, 6-3.
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Blues, Bruins Prospects Impressing at World Junior Championship

Oct 10, 2025; University Park, PA, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions forward Gavin McKenna (72) skates past Clarkson Golden Knights defenseman Noah Houle (3) during the third period at Pegula Ice Arena. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images

World Juniors Gives Gavin McKenna Chance to Silence Doubters

Oct 16, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers center Jett Luchanko (17) against the Winnipeg Jets at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Flyers Return Top Prospect to Junior Team

Sep 24, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers left wing Brennan Othmann (78) skates against the New York Islanders during the first period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-Imagn Images

Rangers Call Up AHL Forward Following Matt Rempe Injury

Sep 23, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov (44) celebrates his goal with center Noah Laba (42) during the second period of a preseason game against the Boston Bruins at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Rangers Forward Earns Preseason Rookie Award

Apr 2, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers right wing Gabe Perreault (94) takes the ice against the Minnesota Wild for his NHL debut at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Rangers Top Prospects Starting Season in AHL

Apr 8, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) and right wing Ville Koivunen (41) congratulate defenseman Erik Karlsson (65) on his 200th career NHL goal against the Chicago Blackhawks during the second period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Young Penguins Have Chance at NHL Roster

Apr 8, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Rutger McGroarty (2) shoots the puck as Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Connor Murphy (5) defends during the first period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Penguins Top Prospect Out Indefinitely

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Mar 18, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Evgeni Malkin (71) takes the ice against the New York Islanders at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Penguins Can Expect Huge Final Season from Evgeni Malkin

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

Penguins Star Should Keep Playing With Longtime Teammate

Oct 30, 2024; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks goalie Arturs Silovs (31) skates against the New Jersey Devils during the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Penguins Trade Bolsters Future of Goalie Position

Mar 30, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) looks on at the face-off circle against the Ottawa Senators during the first period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Penguins' Sidney Crosby Irritated by Trade Rumors

Jan 27, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins right winger Bryan Rust (17) advances the puck during the third period against the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Penguins Should Sell High on Veteran Forward

Apr 17, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust (17) celebrates his goal with the Penguins bench against the Washington Capitals during the first period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Penguins GM Outlines Offseason Plans

Cornell University Big Red Hockey practice at Lynah Rink on Wednesday, October 29, 2019.

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Cornell Shocks Michigan State in Frozen Four Opener

Mar 11, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust (17) skates with the puck against the Vegas Golden Knights during the third period at PPG Paints Arena.

Penguins Forward Closing in on Elusive Milestone

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Dec 19, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche left wing Gabriel Landeskog (92) during the second period against the Winnipeg Jets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Pair of Avalanche Stars to Miss Time Following Injuries

Dec 27, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) prepares for the start of the second period against the New York Islanders at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Rangers Goalie Leaves Game After Collision

Dec 30, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Philadelphia Flyers forward Christian Dvorak (22) handles the puck against the Vancouver Canucks in the second period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Flyers Extend Veteran Forward to Five-Year Deal

Dec 29, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Washington Capitals right wing Tom Wilson (43) is congratulated by left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) after scoring a goal against the Florida Panthers during the first period at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Romance-Imagn Images

Capitals Dodge Bullet With Tom Wilson Injury

Nov 7, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; Minnesota Wild head coach John Hynes coaches against the New York Islanders during the first period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Wild HC Deserves To Be in Jack Adams Race

Jan 3, 2026; San Jose, California, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning right wing Nikita Kucherov (86) stands on the ice during the third period against the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

NHL’s Top Stars Highlight Exciting Week of Action

Jun 12, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Florida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk (19) celebrates scoring during the first period against the Edmonton Oilers in game four of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Panthers Star Could Finally Make Season Debut After Surgery

Dec 27, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Chris Tanev (8) passes the puck against the Ottawa Senators during the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs Face Major Setback With Chris Tanev Injury

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Dec 21, 2025; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) with Vegas Golden Knights goalie Carter Hart (79) are seen out on the ice during the first period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Walter Tychnowicz-Imagn Images

What is Wrong With the Pacific Division?

Jan 4, 2026; Newark, New Jersey, USA; New Jersey Devils goaltender Jake Allen (34) and New Jersey Devils defenseman Luke Hughes (43) react after Hughes scored in his own goal during the first period at Prudential Center. Carolina Hurricanes left wing Nikolaj Ehlers (27) (not shown) was credited with the goal. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images

Booing Luke Hughes Is Bad Look For Devils Fans

Jan 4, 2026; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Florida Panthers players celebrate with goaltender Daniil Tarasov (40) after the game against the Colorado Avalanche at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Panthers End Avalanche's Double-Digit Game Winning Streak

Dec 27, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; San Jose Sharks forward Macklin Celebrini (71) celebrates his goal against the Vancouver Canucks in the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

NHL Players React Following Olympic Roster Selection

Dec 29, 2025; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Winnipeg Jets head coach Scott Arniel talks to the media after a game against the Edmonton Oilers at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images

Jets' Scott Arniel on Hot Seat After Recent Skid

Jan 3, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon (29) celebrates after scoring an empty net goal with defenseman Cale Makar (8) and left wing Gabriel Landeskog (92) against the Carolina Hurricanes during the third period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Avalanche Breaks 45-Year-Old NHL Record

Jan 1, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews (34) celebrates with forwards Easton Cowan (53) and Nick Robertson (89) and defensemen Jake McCabe (22) and Troy Stecher (28) after scoring his third goal of the game against the Winnipeg Jets in the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Auston Matthews Cements Himself in Maple Leafs History

Jan 3, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) handles the puck during the third period against the Detroit Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bradshaw Sevald-Imagn Images

Smothering Speed Fueling Penguins' Winning Streak

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Jan 3, 2026; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer (48) celebrates after scoring the winning goal in overtime against the Toronto Maple Leafs at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Salus-Imagn Images

Islanders Phenom Chasing Down NHL Record

Dec 21, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars left wing Jason Robertson (21) skates against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the game at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Stars' Jason Robertson Breaks Silence on Olympic Roster Snub

Jan 3, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Yegor Chinakhov (59) scores a goal in the first period against the Detroit Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bradshaw Sevald-Imagn Images

New Penguins Winger Making Immediate Impact

Dec 27, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; San Jose Sharks forward Macklin Celebrini (71) during a stop in play against the Vancouver Canucks in the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Sharks' Macklin Celebrini Dominance Shown in Insane Stat

Nov 12, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Jack Roslovic (28) and Philadelphia Flyers right wing Travis Konecny (11) battle at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Flyers Seek to End Road Trip on Positive Note

Dec 29, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes (43) warms up before a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Quinn Hughes Already Setting New Records with Wild

Dec 29, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon (29) during the second period against the Los Angeles Kings at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Avalanche's Nathan MacKinnon Chasing Elusive Career Goal

Dec 31, 2025; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse (25) celebrates a gaol with left winger Zach Hyman (18) and center Connor McDavid (97) against the Boston Bruins during the first period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Walter Tychnowicz-Imagn Images

Oilers Look to Bounce Back Against Flyers Behind Hot Scorers

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Jan 2, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; New York Rangers center Mika Zibanejad (93) passes the puck defended by Florida Panthers center Sam Reinhart (13) during the second period in the 2026 Winter Classic ice hockey game at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images

Rangers Win 2026 Winter Classic Thanks to Mika Magic

Jan 2, 2026; St. Paul, Minnesota, UNITED STATES; United States forward Ryker Lee (17) and Finland defenseman Mitja Jokinen (2) compete for the puck during the third period in the quarterfinals of the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Team USA Exits World Juniors Early After Loss to Finland

Which NHL Squads Lead Team USA, Canada Rosters?

May 21, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen (4) and center Roope Hintz (24) and defenseman Esa Lindell (23) and center Mikael Granlund (64) and right wing Mikko Rantanen (96) celebrates the empty net goal scored by Lindell against the Edmonton Oilers in game one of the Western Conference Final of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Finland’s Olympic Hopes Fueled by Quartet of Stars

Dec 30, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Montreal Canadiens center Nick Suzuki (14) looks on after scoring against the Florida Panthers during the third period at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Canadiens Head Coach Reacts to Nick Suzuki Making Team Canada

Dec 2, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Islanders center Bo Horvat (14) celebrates his goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the second period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Islanders Lose Leading Scorer to Injury

Oct 21, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; New Jersey Devils forward Jack Hughes (86) scores against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Hockey Fans React to Team USA Roster Snubs

Dec 21, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars left wing Jason Robertson (21) skates against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the game at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Stars Forward Snubbed Once Again By Team USA

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Feb 17, 2025; Boston, MA, USA; [Imagn Images direct customers only] Team Sweden celebrates after defeating Team USA during a 4 Nations Face-Off ice hockey game at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

Sweden Loads Championship-Caliber Roster for 2026 Olympics

Nov 16, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers defenseman Adam Fox (23) looks to pass the puck against the Detroit Red Wings during the first period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

Team USA GM Denies One Play Cost Adam Fox Olympic Roster Spot

USA's Laila Edwards points towards a teammate after scoring a hat-trick against Finland at the Adirondack Bank Center in Utica, NY on Saturday, April 13, 2024.

16 PWHL Players Named to Team USA Olympics Roster

Feb 13, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; [Imagn Images direct customers only] Team Finland forward Mikko Rantanen (96) looks on in warm-up before a game against Team USA during a 4 Nations Face-Off ice hockey game at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Finland Unveils 2026 Winter Olympics Roster

Feb 20, 2025; Boston, MA, USA; [Imagn Images direct customers only] United States forward Jack Eichel (9) during the 4 Nations Face-Off ice hockey championship game against Canada at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

Team USA Announces 2026 Winter Olympics Roster

May 26, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Florida Panthers center Aleksander Barkov (16) controls the puck during the first period against the Carolina Hurricanes in game four of the Eastern Conference Final of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Panthers Stars Providing Boost Before Return

Dec 23, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Montréal Canadiens center Nick Suzuki (14) stickhandles with the puck prior to a game against the Boston Bruins at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

Canadiens Captain Used 4 Nations Snub as Olympic Motivation

Dec 31, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini (71) looks to pass against the Minnesota Wild during the second period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-Imagn Images

Sharks' Macklin Celebrini Fulfills Childhood Dream With Olympic Selection

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Oct 30, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; New Jersey Devils center Jack Hughes (86) waits for play to resume in the second period against the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Devils' Jack Hughes Chosen to Unveil Team USA Rosters

Dec 31, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, UNITED STATES; Canada forward Tij Iginla (11) celebrates his goal against Finland during the second period in group play during the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship at 3M Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Top Mammoth Prospect Following in Father's Footsteps at WJC

Dec 20, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Florida Panthers center Sam Bennett (9) moves the puck against the St. Louis Blues during the second period at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Panthers Forward is Biggest Snub from Team Canada

Nov 23, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Islanders center Bo Horvat (14) celebrates after scoring a goal during a shootout in overtime against the Seattle Kraken at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Islanders Center is Biggest Surprise on Team Canada

Dec 31, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Nashville Predators center Steven Stamkos (91) warms up before the start of a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

How Predators Veteran Rediscovered His Scoring Touch

Dec 3, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Buffalo Sabres right wing Josh Doan (91) against the Philadelphia Flyers at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Sabres Forward Reaching New Level

Dec 16, 2025; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes (43) skates with the puck during the first period against the Washington Capitals at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Team USA Reveals Roster Announcement Details

Dec 27, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; San Jose Sharks forward Macklin Celebrini (71) celebrates his goal against the Vancouver Canucks in the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Team Canada Officially Unveils Olympic Roster

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Dec 27, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; San Jose Sharks forward Macklin Celebrini (71) during a stop in play against the Vancouver Canucks in the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Sharks Rookie Makes Team Canada's Olympic Roster

Oct 10, 2025; University Park, PA, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions forward Gavin McKenna (72) controls the puck in the first period of a game against the Clarkson Golden Knights at Pegula Ice Arena. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images

Gavin McKenna Silencing Critics at 2026 World Juniors

Dec 28, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs left wing Matias MacCelli (63) skates with the puck in the third period against the Detroit Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs Injury Crisis Continues to Grow

Dec 23, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Montréal Canadiens right wing Ivan Demidov (93) controls the puck over the blue line during the second period against the Boston Bruins at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

Canadiens Rookie Running Away With Calder Trophy

Dec 29, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Buffalo Sabres goaltender Alex Lyon (34) celebrates with defenseman Michael Kesselring (8) and defenseman Rasmus Dahlin (26) after the Sabres defeated the St. Louis Blues at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Sabres Right Back in Playoff Race With Win Streak

Dec 1, 2025; Newark, New Jersey, USA; New Jersey Devils left wing Paul Cotter (47) and Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Brendan Smith (7) fight during the second period at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images

Devils' Paul Cotter Expects Fireworks in New Year’s Eve Showdown

Dec 4, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington (50) slips on his goalie mask during the third period against the Boston Bruins at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

Blues Goalie Perfect Stopgap for Hurricanes

Oct 26, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets right wing Yegor Chinakhov (59) looks to pass the puck in overtime against the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Casey Gower-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets Trade Talented Winger to Penguins

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Dec 18, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (93) is congratulated at the bench after scoring against the Boston Bruins during the first period at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins Two Assists Away From Oilers Milestone

Nov 22, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Anthony Mantha (39) skates with the puck against pressure from Seattle Kraken defenseman Ryan Lindgren (55) during the first period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Pair of Penguins' Forwards Becoming Top Trade Targets

Dec 9, 2025; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Ottawa Senators goalie Linus Ullmark (35) follows the puck in the second period against the New Jersey Devils at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-IMAGN Images

Senators' Playoff Hopes Take Hit After Goalie's Leave of Absence

Jun 17, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Florida Panthers left wing Matthew Tkachuk (19) controls the puck against the Edmonton Oilers during the second period in game six of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Injury Timeline Still Unclear for Panthers Star

Dec 31, 2023; Dallas, Texas, USA; A view of the Dallas city skyline and Reunion Tower and fireworks during the Dallas New Year s Eve celebration after the game between the Dallas Stars and the Chicago Blackhawks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Sirens' Forward Records First Hat Trick in PWHL Matchup

Dec 27, 2025; Buffalo, New York, USA; Buffalo Sabres center Tage Thompson (72) skates with the puck during the first period against the Boston Bruins at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Tage Thompson Leading Red-Hot Sabres

Dec 27, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Islanders goaltender David Rittich (33) skates away from the net after making save on penalty shot on goal attempt in the third period against the New York Rangers at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Special Guest Rocks National Anthem at Islanders Game

Michigan State's Porter Martone moves the puck against Michigan during the third period on Friday, Dec. 5, 2025, at Munn Ice Arena in East Lansing.

Team Canada's Porter Martone Apologizes for End-of-Game Behavior

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