NHL

Jackets win, work late magic in Bowness' debut

Rick Bowness, 70, who was enjoying time on his boat in Florida when he received a call from Ohio on Monday, was officially welcomed as the new coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday, and later, he led the team to a 5-3 win over the Calgary Flames. ... Continue Reading

👀 What players are saying about Olympic ice rink

While the rink won't be perfect, there's also an overwhelming sentiment shared by all stakeholders: The men's Olympic hockey tournament will go on. ... Continue Reading

Sick Bedard sits for Blackhawks; Teravainen hurt

Blackhawks forward Connor Bedard didn't play in Monday night's loss to Edmonton because of an illness. Teuvo Teravainen departed in the first period because of an upper-body injury. ... Continue Reading

Fedorov honored, says leaving Detroit a 'mistake'

Sergei Fedorov said leaving the Red Wings was "a huge mistake" as the franchise retired his jersey Monday night. ... Continue Reading

NHL, NHLPA pleased with Olympic arena ice test

There was an Olympic ice testing event in Milan last week, at Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena, and the NHL and NHLPA said in a statement they were pleased, adding that it was a "a good trial run and provided important insight" as next month's Games near. ... Continue Reading

NHL returns to Buffalo, picks Sabres to host draft

The Buffalo Sabres will host the 2026 NHL draft at their home arena, KeyBank Center, on June 26-27. ... Continue Reading

NHL moves Panthers start time for CFP title game

The start time of Florida's game against San Jose on Jan. 19 has been moved up to 6 p.m., one hour ahead of the previously scheduled puck drop in Sunrise. ... Continue Reading

Pens sign veteran F Lizotte to 3-year extension

The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed veteran forward Blake Lizotte to a three-year extension, which runs through the 2028-29 season and is worth an average of $2.25 million a year. ... Continue Reading

What would a Russian Olympic hockey team look like in 2026?

The Games will be missing one of the sport's top countries. Here's what the group could have looked like had it been competing. ... Continue Reading

Can breakout star Leo Carlsson get the Ducks back on track?

Following a hot start, the Ducks are now on the outside looking in at the playoff race. ... Continue Reading

Bowness docks boat for shot to steer Blue Jackets

Rick Bowness, 70, who was enjoying time on his boat in Florida when he received a call from Ohio on Monday, was officially welcomed as the new coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday, telling reporters that he absolutely "did want to coach again." ... Continue Reading

Zucker, Orlov and more power play sleepers to add to your fantasy hockey lineup

Fantasy hockey goalie notes, power-play trends and which players to add to your lineups. ... Continue Reading

Pickups: Stack your lineup with Oilers, Senators this week

The essential Monday guide to fantasy hockey pickups, with who to add and how to get set for the week ahead. ... Continue Reading

Last-place Blue Jackets fire Evason, hire Bowness

The Columbus Blue Jackets, last in the Metropolitan Division, have fired coach Dean Evason, the team announced Monday, and immediately hired Rick Bowness to replace him, president of hockey operations and general manager Don Waddell confirmed. ... Continue Reading

✍ Olympic roster grades for U.S., Canada, more

Which country looks best heading into the Milano Cortina Games? Here's our full breakdown of each. ... Continue Reading