Columbus GM Don Waddell optimistic over Matthew Knies’ ability to fit into Blue Jackets’ roster
The Toronto Maple Leafs shocked the hockey world on Monday when they pulled off a trade for Kirill Marchenko on the eve of the 2026-27 season.
The Leafs Nation
McDavid on 9-7 win over Canucks: ‘No one’s in here saying way to go’
Oilers superstar Connor McDavid breaks down their 9-7 win over the Canucks, says “no one’s in here saying way to go,” says it’s “weird to be excited about the 9th goal, but given the situation it was a big one.”
Sportsnet
Aleksander Barkov injury update as Panthers star leaves with leg injury
The Florida Panthers said they would have an injury update Friday after captain Aleksander Barkov left Thursday’s game after falling awkwardly.
Yahoo Sports
NHL Tonight: Capitals face Hurricanes in a critical early-season clash
Both are expected to challenge for the Metro Division title. Plus, what to watch in the other four games, updated stat leaders and more.
ESPN
Washington Capitals Announce 2026-27 Opening Night Roster
As the 2026-27 NHL season gets underway, the Washington Capitals are set for a successful campaign and are hopeful for a deep Stanley Cup playoff run.
The Hockey Writers
Friday Four: How notable players have fared after missing training camps
With a handful of key players still sitting out for various reasons, it’s a good time to look at how others have performed after missing training camp or the start of a season. Michael Amato examines some recent cases.
Sportsnet
AHL begins its 91st season tonight
The American Hockey League opens its 91st season of play tonight, kicking off Opening Weekend presented by FloHockey with eight games on the Friday schedule.
American Hockey League (AHL)
For St. Louis Blues To Be Contenders, They Have To Have Success In October Too
Blues haven’t had a better than .500 record in month of October since 2021, have been chasing standings with less-than-stellar starts to season; puck drops on 2026-27 season Friday in Dallas
Yahoo Sports
Five burning questions facing the Jets in 2026-27
With the Winnipeg Jets set to open their season, Jeff Hamilton highlights five burning questions that will face the franchise in 2026-27.
Sportsnet
Red Wings 2026-27 Season Preview: Uncertainty Reigns, X-Factors & More
After a tumultuous offseason, the Detroit Red Wings are ready to kick off the 2026-27 campaign and prove their doubters wrong.
The Hockey Writers
Canadiens: Kapanen Back At Practice
The Montreal Canadiens were back on the ice on Thursday, and so was Oliver Kapanen.
Yahoo Sports
DitD & Open Post – 10/2/26: Stick Tossing Edition
New Jersey Devils & Related Hockey Links for 10/2/26
Yahoo Sports
Friday Cannon Fodder: unlikely
Happy Friday, TSFers! This extra-long international break won’t wind up until Tuesday, but it’s time to start re-focusing on Arsenal. Unfortunately, we’ve got an injury update coming later today for a couple guys who picked up issues on international duty. I don’t like international breaks.
Yahoo Sports
Wayne Gretzky drops honest assessment of Maple Leafs’ Gavin McKenna
Wayne Gretzky has watched plenty of young players arrive with the weight of a country on them. He thinks Gavin McKenna is carrying his better than most.
ClutchPoints
Canucks abandon winning details early as late rally falls short against Oilers
If you are wondering what to make of the Vancouver Canucks after Thursday’s 9-7 carnival-ride loss to the Edmonton Oilers, you are not alone.
Sportsnet
