Sweden won the 2026 World Junior Championship, ending a 45-year gold drought, with Czechia's Vojtech Cihar earning MVP honors. Canada secured bronze, and standout performances by players like Gavin McKenna and Tomas Chrenko boosted their draft stocks. The tournament showcased international competitiveness and set the stage for the 2027 WJC in Alberta.
The Maine men's ice hockey team tied #6 Denver 3-3 in a game that went to overtime, with Maine's Frank Djurasevic scoring a late goal to force the tie, and the game featured strong performances from both teams and notable shot and save statistics.
The Maine men's ice hockey team tied #6 Denver 3-3 in a game that went to overtime, with Maine's Frank Djurasevic scoring a late goal to force the tie, and the teams remaining evenly matched at 12-7-2 records.
The #15/18 Maine men's ice hockey team upset #6 Denver with a 5-2 victory in Denver, highlighted by a strong third period and career performances from Thomas Pichette and Brandon Holt, moving their season record to 12-7-1.
Eight players from the Minnesota Wild have been named to their respective national rosters for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games, representing the US, Sweden, and Germany, with notable performances and international experience highlighted for each player.
Oliver Kapanen, a rookie with the Montreal Canadiens, has been named to Finland's Olympic hockey team, marking his Olympic debut after a successful season and international career, making him the fourth Canadiens player to be selected for the Olympics.
The men's ice hockey rosters for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics are beginning to be announced, with Canada being the first to reveal its team, featuring NHL players across goaltenders, defenders, and forwards. The full list of participating countries' rosters will be updated in the coming weeks.
Porter Martone of Canada received a formal warning from the IIHF for unsportsmanlike conduct during the warmup before a game at the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship, emphasizing the importance of responsible conduct on ice.
The 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship will be held in Minnesota, featuring top prospects like Hagens and Eiserman aiming for the USA's third consecutive gold, with detailed previews of Group A teams including Sweden, Slovakia, Switzerland, Germany, and the USA.
NHL.com discusses key questions ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics, including Connor Bedard's injury impact on Canada's roster, the selection of Canadian forwards like Bedard and Celebrini, Tkachuk's game readiness, Hedman's health for Sweden, and Canada's goalie choices, highlighting the complexities faced by team selectors.
The U.S. Women's National Team swept Canada 4-1 in the final game of the 2025 Rivalry Series, securing a perfect 4-0 record in the series with strong performances from players like Abbey Murphy and Hilary Knight, and setting the stage for their upcoming match in Milan.
Michigan's No. 2 ranked ice hockey team defeated No. 10 Wisconsin 7-4, with a strong third-period performance led by Michael Hage and Will Horcoff, securing their first loss of the season for Wisconsin and gaining important conference points.
The University of North Dakota men's hockey team will participate in the 2027 Friendship Four tournament in Belfast, Northern Ireland, marking their first international games since 2013-14 and the first outside North America since 1982-83, competing alongside other top college teams in a prestigious event promoting education and community interaction.
Penn State University will host its first outdoor hockey doubleheader at Beaver Stadium on January 31, 2026, featuring men's and women's teams against Michigan State and Robert Morris, respectively. This historic event marks a significant milestone for Penn State hockey, with the stadium's large capacity and potential for an NHL-style outdoor game, possibly involving the Flyers and Penguins, after the ongoing stadium revitalization is completed. The event highlights the rising success of Penn State's hockey programs and the growing interest in outdoor college hockey games.
Five Canadian ice hockey players accused of sexual assault were acquitted by an Ontario judge, who found the woman's testimony not credible and highlighted inconsistencies and evidence suggesting her participation was consensual. The case drew significant public attention and scrutiny of Hockey Canada's handling of misconduct allegations.