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Glenn Hall, legendary NHL goaltender known for his record 502 consecutive starts and nickname 'Mr. Goalie,' has died at age 94. He won three Vezina Trophies, a Stanley Cup with Chicago, and was celebrated for his durability, skill, and pioneering butterfly style of goaltending. Hall's career spanned 18 years, during which he set enduring records and earned numerous accolades, leaving a lasting legacy in hockey.
The Florida Panthers are facing a challenging season with multiple injuries, including key players like Seth Jones and Aleksander Barkov, which has impacted their quest for a third consecutive Stanley Cup. Despite setbacks, they remain in playoff contention, relying on team resilience and upcoming returns of injured players to overcome adversity and pursue their championship goals.
The Florida Panthers are facing a challenging season with multiple injuries, including key players like Seth Jones and Aleksander Barkov, which has impacted their pursuit of a third consecutive Stanley Cup. Despite setbacks, they remain in playoff contention, relying on team resilience and upcoming returns of injured players to overcome adversity and aim for postseason success.
NHL.com staff predicts exciting developments for 2026, including Ovechkin re-signing with the Capitals to chase 1,000 goals, the Florida Panthers potentially winning a third straight Stanley Cup, and the Montreal Canadiens making a deep playoff run, amidst other bold forecasts for teams and players.
Nick Saban, renowned college football coach, has become a minority owner of the Nashville Predators, aiming to support the team in developing winning habits and potentially helping them compete for the Stanley Cup, leveraging his extensive experience in team building and leadership.
The Minnesota Wild's acquisition of defenseman Quinn Hughes from the Vancouver Canucks is expected to significantly enhance their Stanley Cup chances by boosting their power play, possession stats, shooting metrics, and skating speed, making them a stronger contender in the NHL.
ESPN's Greg Wyshynski predicts the Colorado Avalanche will win the 2026 Stanley Cup, with division-by-division forecasts for the NHL teams, highlighting key players, team strengths, and potential playoff contenders for the 2025-26 season.
The 109th NHL season begins with Edmonton and Vegas as co-favorites to win the Stanley Cup, with other strong contenders including Carolina, Colorado, Dallas, and the injured Florida Panthers, amidst coaching changes and notable player milestones.
ESPN predicts the winners for the 2025-26 NHL season, including division champions, Stanley Cup winner, and major individual awards, with the Panthers favored for the Stanley Cup and Connor McDavid expected to be the MVP and points leader.
The Colorado Avalanche are entering the 2025-26 NHL season with a nearly fully healthy and deep roster, including the return of captain Gabriel Landeskog, aiming to start stronger after a challenging previous season.
Connor McDavid signed a two-year, $25 million contract extension with the Edmonton Oilers, focusing on winning the Stanley Cup, while maintaining the same salary cap hit as previous years.
The Edmonton Oilers have signed their captain Connor McDavid to a two-year contract worth $12.5 million annually, recognizing his outstanding performance and leadership as he continues to be a key player in their pursuit of the Stanley Cup.
The Boston Bruins will retire Zdeno Chara's No. 33 jersey on January 15, 2023, in honor of his legendary 14-year career with the team, his leadership, and his contributions to hockey, making him the first European player to have his number retired by the Bruins.
Erik Johnson, a first overall NHL draft pick and key defenseman for the Colorado Avalanche, announced his retirement after 17 seasons, during which he played over 1,000 games, won the Stanley Cup in 2022, and set franchise records. He expressed gratitude for his career and contributions to the sport and his teams.
Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov underwent surgery for ACL and MCL injuries, sidelining him for 7-9 months and likely the entire season, impacting Florida's Stanley Cup defense. The team faces additional challenges with key players injured, but remains optimistic about overcoming these setbacks.