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Canucks’ Manny Malhotra Is Taking a Different Approach to Training Camp
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Canucks’ Manny Malhotra Is Taking a Different Approach to Training Camp

There are many ways for a new coach to make an impression. Some coaches give speeches. Some stand behind the bench looking serious. Some spend the first few days of training camp trying to convince everybody that things are going…

September 21, 2026
Canucks: Sedins ‘excited’ to race head-to-head up Grouse Grind for charity on Sunday
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Canucks: Sedins ‘excited’ to race head-to-head up Grouse Grind for charity on Sunday

How do you tell the Sedins apart? Well, next Sunday, it will be easy. Only one of them will win the Sedin vs. Sedin race for charity up the Grouse Grind. The Co-Presidents of Hockey Operations for the Vancouver Canucks…

September 21, 2026
Cotter looking to make mark with Vancouver Canucks
Global News Canada

Cotter looking to make mark with Vancouver Canucks

Paul Cotter believes the Vancouver Canucks are on to something special.

September 21, 2026
Canucks Make 11 Roster Moves Following 2026 Training Camp
The Hockey News

Canucks Make 11 Roster Moves Following 2026 Training Camp

The Vancouver Canucks have made their first set of roster moves.

September 21, 2026
Vancouver Canucks Announce Flurry of Roster Moves Before Flames Clash
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Vancouver Canucks Announce Flurry of Roster Moves Before Flames Clash

The Vancouver Canucks will face the Calgary Flames on Tuesday, Sept. 22, at 9 p.m. ET.Before the preseason clash, the Canucks have announced a massive flurry of roster moves.According to the organization, they have reduced their preseason roster by 11…

September 21, 2026
Canucks cut 11 players from preseason roster; Cootes, Novotný, Rogowski remain
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Canucks cut 11 players from preseason roster; Cootes, Novotný, Rogowski remain

The day after 2026-27 training camp concluded, the Vancouver Canucks made their first wave of roster cuts. Canucks ‘ general manager announced on Monday afternoon that 11 players have been cut from the preseason roster and assigned to the American…

September 21, 2026
Canucks: Will the long development play dictate opening-day roster?
The Province

Canucks: Will the long development play dictate opening-day roster?

'I have to make decisions based on what is best for development and make sure I don’t cap where guys could be by rushing them into a situation.' — Canucks GM Ryan Johnson

September 21, 2026
“I Feel Like We Executed The Days The Way We Wanted It To’: Canucks Head Coach Manny Malhotra Speaks Following 2026 Training Camp
The Hockey News

“I Feel Like We Executed The Days The Way We Wanted It To’: Canucks Head Coach Manny Malhotra Speaks Following 2026 Training Camp

Manny Malhotra recently completed his first training camp as head coach of the Vancouver Canucks.

September 21, 2026
Canucks: Adam Novotny could play in the AHL this season, but should he?
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Canucks: Adam Novotny could play in the AHL this season, but should he?

We heard plenty about Adam Novotný’s “pro-ready frame” in the days leading up to and after the Vancouver Canucks selected him 24th overall at the 2026 NHL Draft. And during Canucks training camp this past week, we saw it in…

September 21, 2026
It’s All About Following the Rebuild Plan for the Vancouver Canucks
NHL Rumors

It’s All About Following the Rebuild Plan for the Vancouver Canucks

The Vancouver Canucks understand that they are rebuilding and will follow their plan to perfection, as there will be no shortcuts.

September 21, 2026
Three Key Storylines for the Lightning This Preseason
The Hockey News

Three Key Storylines for the Lightning This Preseason

The Tampa Bay Lightning have only been in training camp for a few days, but the regular season is now less than two weeks away.

September 21, 2026
Former San Jose Sharks Forward Suffers Injury in Second Game in Europe
The Hockey News

Former San Jose Sharks Forward Suffers Injury in Second Game in Europe

Jeff Skinner's career hasn't been going as planned over the last few seasons. First, he was benched during the Edmonton Oilers' 2024-25 playoff run, then he departed the San Jose Sharks organization after just 32 games with the team in…

September 21, 2026
San Jose Sharks Make First Training Camp Cuts
The Hockey News

San Jose Sharks Make First Training Camp Cuts

With a shortened preseason, it seemed clear that the San Jose Sharks would be making some transactions sooner than later. On Monday afternoon, the organization announced that they've sent three players back to their respective teams in the Canadian Hockey…

September 21, 2026
Eklund scores first goal with Senators vs. Canadiens
Sportsnet

Eklund scores first goal with Senators vs. Canadiens

Watch as Ottawa’s William Eklund pots home his first goal for the Senators in a pre-season contest vs. the Montreal Canadiens in Trois-Rivieres, scoring on a one-timer after a slick wraparound by Dylan Cozens.

September 21, 2026
Kevin Hayes announces retirement after 12 NHL seasons
ClutchPoints

Kevin Hayes announces retirement after 12 NHL seasons

Kevin Hayes was a first-round pick of the Chicago Blackhawks in the 2010 NHL Draft. He would spend time with multiple franchises in his NHL career, playing the past two seasons with the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Penguins announced at the…

September 21, 2026
Sunny Mehta’s ‘reluctant’ stance on goalie trades amid Connor Hellebuyck buzz
ClutchPoints

Sunny Mehta’s ‘reluctant’ stance on goalie trades amid Connor Hellebuyck buzz

The New Jersey Devils have been linked to Connor Hellebuyck over the last few months. New Jersey has solid, albeit questionable, goaltending. They have not significantly addressed the position after trading Jacob Markstrom to the Florida Panthers. It would make…

September 22, 2026
SJHN Daily: Sharks Make Roster Cuts, Get New Goal Song
San Jose Hockey Now

SJHN Daily: Sharks Make Roster Cuts, Get New Goal Song

The San Jose Sharks are officially getting a new goal song. After using “Power Bite” by Bvrnout last season, the…

September 22, 2026
NHL Trade Talk Recap: Oilers, Maple Leafs & Blue Jackets Issue
NHL Trade Talk

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Oilers, Maple Leafs & Blue Jackets Issue

Today’s NHL Trade Talk covers Babcock’s tough love, Bobrovsky’s impact, and three big questions facing Columbus.

September 22, 2026
Trouba on When Hockey Got Fun For Him Again, Thoughts on Dickinson
San Jose Hockey Now

Trouba on When Hockey Got Fun For Him Again, Thoughts on Dickinson

Jacob Trouba is a core part of the veteran group that San Jose Sharks general manager Mike Grier has brought…

September 22, 2026
Toffoli on “Unlucky” Last Year, Getting Lighter Over Summer, Higher Expectations for Sharks
San Jose Hockey Now

Toffoli on “Unlucky” Last Year, Getting Lighter Over Summer, Higher Expectations for Sharks

Tyler Toffoli feels that he was unlucky a number of times last season, with the puck not going in for…

September 22, 2026
Here’s why Kreider didn’t ‘steal’ Slaf’s spot on the first line
Yard Barker

Here’s why Kreider didn’t ‘steal’ Slaf’s spot on the first line

Chris Kreider didn’t steal Juraj Slafkovsky’s spot on the Canadiens’ top line. Because, in reality… the Habs had planned to move Slaf down to the second line.

September 21, 2026
Lariviere: Florian Xhekaj Could Make Things Difficult For Canadiens
Yard Barker

Lariviere: Florian Xhekaj Could Make Things Difficult For Canadiens

It may be early in training camp, but Montreal Canadiens forward prospect Florian Xhekaj has been one of the biggest standouts. If he continues to play this well, he might force management’s hand into giving him a spot on the…

September 21, 2026
Canadiens vs. Senators: Pre-season Game 3 thread, lines, and how to watch
Habs Eye on the Prize

Canadiens vs. Senators: Pre-season Game 3 thread, lines, and how to watch

Pre-season game 3: Montreal Canadiens vs. Ottawa Senators Start time: 7:00 PM EDT / 4:00 PM PDTIn Canada: Sportsnet One (English), TVA Sports (French)Streaming: Sportsnet Fresh off two split-squad wins over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday, the Canadiens have…

September 21, 2026
‘It’ll be the Montembeault of two years ago’: Tony Marinaro still believes in the goalie
Yard Barker

‘It’ll be the Montembeault of two years ago’: Tony Marinaro still believes in the goalie

Today, the Canadiens brought a strong lineup with them to Trois-Rivières. Most of the players who will take the ice have already secured a spot on the roster for next season.

September 21, 2026
Islanders Preseason News: Kids’ first look
Lighthouse Hockey

Islanders Preseason News: Kids’ first look

The Islanders opened the preseason schedule Sunday afternoon vs. the Devils with a lineup largely made of prospects and AHLers who mostly know they will not make the opening roster. But Cal Ritchie — the only NHL regular from last…

September 21, 2026
Islanders Likely To Avoid Rostering Three Goaltenders: ‘I Don’t Think We Want To Go There Unless We Have To’
The Hockey News

Islanders Likely To Avoid Rostering Three Goaltenders: ‘I Don’t Think We Want To Go There Unless We Have To’

As Semyon Varlamov nears a high-stakes return from knee surgery, Vitek Vanecek’s preseason emergence forces management to weigh roster flexibility against essential veteran insurance in the crease.

September 21, 2026
Young Islanders threaten veterans for roster spot with impressive showing
NY Post

Young Islanders threaten veterans for roster spot with impressive showing

Four days and one preseason game into training camp, the Baby Islanders do not look one iota out of place. Based on Sunday’s 2-1 preseason loss to the Devils, it is some of the veteran Isles who ought to be…

September 21, 2026
Islanders Anxiety – Episode 379 – Promo Code: “Barzal Thriving”
Lighthouse Hockey

Islanders Anxiety – Episode 379 – Promo Code: “Barzal Thriving”

Mike and Dan return for Season 11 to run through some summer news on and off the ice, the Islanders’ first preseason game, and their super specific predictions for the season. Mike and Dan return for Season 11 to run…

September 21, 2026
Training Camp Cuts: 9/21/26
Yardbarker

Training Camp Cuts: 9/21/26

We’re already on the third day of preseason in a new, tightened-up training camp. Several teams have already made their first round of big cuts, with more sure to come today after a handful of youngsters and fringe players got…

September 21, 2026
What could Simon Holmstrom and Emil Heineman’s next contracts look like ?
Eyes on Isles

What could Simon Holmstrom and Emil Heineman’s next contracts look like ?

With the contracts being handed out right now what could the islanders key RFA’s next contracts be?

September 21, 2026
What Ever Happened to Rob Schremp?
The Hockey Writers

What Ever Happened to Rob Schremp?

This article was originally written in March 2015. Remember Rob Schremp? He was once touted as one of the NHL’s most promising young players. He was a gifted playmaker and…

September 21, 2026
NY Islanders could take huge risk putting free agent signing on waivers
Eyes on Isles

NY Islanders could take huge risk putting free agent signing on waivers

Islanders may put Vitek Vanecek on waivers, but losing him could leave them dangerously exposed if Semyon Varlamov’s knees can't hold up.

September 21, 2026
NY Islanders’ Kyle Palmieri reveals the grueling road back from ACL surgery
Eyes on Isles

NY Islanders’ Kyle Palmieri reveals the grueling road back from ACL surgery

Kyle Palmieri’s road back to the Islanders didn’t begin on the ice. For a while, it mostly involved a swimming pool, some ugly-looking exercises and walks throu

September 22, 2026
NHL World Erupts After Dallas Stars Sign $14.8 Million Forward to Extension
Heavy

NHL World Erupts After Dallas Stars Sign $14.8 Million Forward to Extension

The Dallas Stars have signed 28-year-old Sam Steel to a contract extension.As announced by the organization, this is a four-year, $14.8 million deal. Steeler is here to stay  pic.twitter.com/J79lAcj1Ik — Dallas Stars (@DallasStars) September 21, 2026 As expected, the…

September 21, 2026
Dallas Stars Make Major Contract Decision Before Season Begins
Yardbarker

Dallas Stars Make Major Contract Decision Before Season Begins

FRISCO, Texas — Sam Steel signed a four-year, $14.8 million contract extension with the Dallas Stars on Monday. The deal has an average annual value of $3.7 million.

September 21, 2026
Stars sign F Sam Steel to 4-year, $14.8M extension
Yardbarker

Stars sign F Sam Steel to 4-year, $14.8M extension

The Dallas Stars signed forward Sam Steel to a four-year, $14.8 million contract extension on Monday in a deal that starts with the 2027-28 season and carries an average annual value of $3.7 million.

September 21, 2026
Nashville Predators Trim Training Camp Roster
The Hockey News

Nashville Predators Trim Training Camp Roster

On Monday, the Nashville Predators announced that they had assigned goaltender Ben Hrebik to the Guelph Storm of the Ontario Hockey League.

September 22, 2026
Stars sweep preseason series against Blues
Yardbarker

Stars sweep preseason series against Blues

Casey DeSmith‘s 30 saves propelled the Dallas Stars to a 2-1 win over the St. Louis Blues, bringing Dallas to 2-0 in the preseason. Both sides brought an elevated intensity level with the shortened preseason, as Jack Anderson and Dylan…

September 22, 2026
Capitals Alex Ovechkin out day-to-day with lower-body injury
Yardbarker

Capitals Alex Ovechkin out day-to-day with lower-body injury

Some unwanted news in the U.S. capital. On Monday, the Washington Capitals announced that captain Alex Ovechkin is out day-to-day with a lower-body injury.

September 21, 2026
Four Takeaways From the Calgary Flames Pre-Season Loss to the Seattle Kraken
Flame for Thought

Four Takeaways From the Calgary Flames Pre-Season Loss to the Seattle Kraken

The Calgary Flames came up short in their first pre-season game, but with an understrength squad, there's plenty to take away from this one.

September 21, 2026
Monday Mailbag: Starting a busy week of pre-season games with reader questions
Flames Nation

Monday Mailbag: Starting a busy week of pre-season games with reader questions

The Calgary Flames played their first pre-season game of 2026-27 on Sunday evening. They will play their final pre-season game on Saturday evening, and have their roster essentially locked in for the regular season by this time next week. Camp…

September 21, 2026
Senators Offer First Look At Power-Play Units Ahead Of Monday Preseason Opener
The Hockey News

Senators Offer First Look At Power-Play Units Ahead Of Monday Preseason Opener

The Senators worked with their two new power play units on Sunday as they prepared to face Montreal in the Kraft Hockeyville game in Trois-Rivières on Monday.

September 21, 2026
Game Day: Ottawa Senators Take on Montreal Canadiens in Hockeyville
Silver Sevens

Game Day: Ottawa Senators Take on Montreal Canadiens in Hockeyville

The road to 103-2-0 begins today! (Because you know they're losing twice to Chicago.)

September 21, 2026
Bad Blood: Senators Open Preseason Deep In Canadiens Territory
The Hockey News

Bad Blood: Senators Open Preseason Deep In Canadiens Territory

The Senators and Canadiens meet Monday night in the annual Kraft Hockeyville game in the "neutral" site of Trois-Rivières, Quebec.

September 21, 2026
Four storylines to keep an eye on in the Senators’ first preseason game
SenShot

Four storylines to keep an eye on in the Senators’ first preseason game

With the regular season right around the corner, the Ottawa Senators have some storylines fans may want to pay close attention to as the Senators play their first pre-season game Monday night.

September 22, 2026
Eklund’s first impression in first game with the Senators
SenShot

Eklund’s first impression in first game with the Senators

Preseason hockey hardly has any merit other than in social media banter with fans across the NHL. Although the end results in these games don’t necessarily matt

September 22, 2026
Blues’ trust in Theo Lindstein reunites rookie with veteran Colton Parayko
The Athletic

Blues’ trust in Theo Lindstein reunites rookie with veteran Colton Parayko

The 21-year-old defenseman broke into the league last season and made a strong impression in just 17 regular-season games.

September 21, 2026
Hofer continues to fly under the radar as 2026-27 season approaches
Bleedin' Blue

Hofer continues to fly under the radar as 2026-27 season approaches

The reins have been handed to Joel Hofer as the next franchise goaltender for the St. Louis Blues. Well, not officially, but it is pretty much a done deal. Wit

September 21, 2026
Elliotte Friedman reveals next round of Blues trades before season begins
Bleedin' Blue

Elliotte Friedman reveals next round of Blues trades before season begins

The St. Louis Blues could be getting ready to move out some extra bodies before the start of the season, as one notable insider noted.

September 21, 2026
3 players to watch as Blues look to bounce back with a more NHL-ready roster against Stars
Bleedin' Blue

3 players to watch as Blues look to bounce back with a more NHL-ready roster against Stars

Wake up, everyone; it is Game Day for the St. Louis Blues. It is time for another matchup with the Dallas Stars, and this time it will be in Dallas. After going

September 21, 2026

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