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Will Smith, the Sharks’ other top prospect, finally has breakout moment
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Will Smith had a huge smile on his face after scoring his first NHL goal in the first period on Thursday, lighting up the jumbotron as the San Jose crowd roared its approval. “It's about time," Smith said to the crowd after the game. ...
Saunas, reindeer and hockey: Stars and Panthers enjoy their time in Finland before 2-game series
The first time Florida coach Paul Maurice went to Finland, he didn’t know a whole lot about the country’s intense love of hockey. He learned. Quickly. “I think one of the real benefits, kind of side benefits for the NHL coaches and players coming over is you get...
Kraken’s Jessica Campbell is comfortable as a trailblazer: ‘I’m part of something a lot bigger’
TORONTO (AP) — Jessica Campbell stood behind the visitors' bench watching that night’s opponent in warm-ups. The Seattle Kraken assistant coach was focused on the Dallas Stars’ line rushes and defensemen pairs when she noticed a young girl in the stands. “Just...
Pro Women's Hockey League says it could add as many as two teams for 2025-26 season
Expansion is on the table for the six-team Professional Women’s Hockey League, and executives aren’t placing limitations on which North American markets they’ll consider in a bid to add as many as two franchises for the 2025-26 season. The only certainty is a vision of the...
Former Blackhawks forward and Hall of Fame executive Bill Hay has died
CALGARY, Alberta (AP) — Former Chicago Blackhawks forward and Hall of Fame executive Bill Hay has died. He was 88. Hockey Canada confirmed Hay’s death in a release Saturday. Hay was the president and chief operating officer for the organization from 1990-1995. A cause of death...
Rangers sign Alexis Lafrenière to 7-year contract extension
The New York Rangers signed winger Alexis Lafrenière to a seven-year contract extension Friday. The deal is worth $52.15 million, according to a person with knowledge of the contract. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because terms were not...
Lightning owner Jeff Vinik sells majority stake in NHL team, but will remain in control for 3 years
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tampa Bay Lightning owner Jeff Vinik announced Thursday that he has sold a majority stake of the NHL team but will retain control of the franchise for the next three years. The team said the sale for an undisclosed price to a group of investors led by Doug...
Bottoms up in the NHL standings? Some Stanley Cup contenders are struggling early this season
Peter DeBoer was worried. The experienced coach now in his fifth NHL job was concerned his Dallas Stars would get off to a slow start after back-to-back trips to the Western Conference Final. “Is it going to take a while to get going?” DeBoer wondered. “Are we going to have...
Ross Colton stepping up for Avalanche, relishing top linemates
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — The Colorado Avalanche, rattled by injuries and a subpar defensive performance, have not had an ideal start to the season. But as they’ve won two straight after dropping their first four, the lineup shuffling has opened the door for a potential breakout season for Ross...
Diamond Sports Groups channels branded as part of FanDuel Sports Network in deal
SOUTHPORT, Conn. (AP) — The Diamond Sports Group's channels will soon be branded as FanDuel Sports Network. The Diamond Sports Group, which is going through bankruptcy proceedings, and FanDuel made the announcement Friday. Diamond's channels had been Bally Sports since baseball's...
