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Goal king Ovechkin 'pretty sure' he'll keep playing
Capitals star Alex Ovechkin, the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer, said he's "pretty sure" that Tuesday's season finale won't be his last game as he ponders retirement.
Blackhawks GM: Bedard deal is 'important' priority
Connor Bedard is eligible for restricted free agency, but it's unlikely that his contract situation lingers for that long.
Matthews still noncommittal on future with Leafs
Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews said Thursday that he "can't predict the future" when asked whether he expects to be back with Toronto next season.
Wild coach mum on Game 1 goalie against Stars
The Wild's preference is to keep a secret whether Filip Gustavsson or Jesper Wallstedt will start in goal for Game 1 against the Stars.
Sharks sign NCAA champ Pohlkamp to 2-year deal
The Sharks signed Hobey Baker Award finalist Eric Pohlkamp to a two-year, entry-level contract on Thursday.
Bowness agrees to return as Blue Jackets coach
Rick Bowness has agreed to a contract to return as coach of the Blue Jackets next season.
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🏆 Final 2026 NHL Awards Watch: Who's leading?
Our panel of PHWA voters identify their finalists for all the awards, with some tight finishes in a few spots.
Goal king Ovechkin 'pretty sure' he'll keep playing
Capitals star Alex Ovechkin, the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer, said he's "pretty sure" that Tuesday's season finale won't be his last game as he ponders retirement.
Blackhawks GM: Bedard deal is 'important' priority
Connor Bedard is eligible for restricted free agency, but it's unlikely that his contract situation lingers for that long.
Matthews still noncommittal on future with Leafs
Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews said Thursday that he "can't predict the future" when asked whether he expects to be back with Toronto next season.
Wild coach mum on Game 1 goalie against Stars
The Wild's preference is to keep a secret whether Filip Gustavsson or Jesper Wallstedt will start in goal for Game 1 against the Stars.
Sharks sign NCAA champ Pohlkamp to 2-year deal
The Sharks signed Hobey Baker Award finalist Eric Pohlkamp to a two-year, entry-level contract on Thursday.
Bowness agrees to return as Blue Jackets coach
Rick Bowness has agreed to a contract to return as coach of the Blue Jackets next season.
Our panel of PHWA voters identify their finalists for all the awards, with some tight finishes in a few spots.