Schaefer had two goals in a 3-2 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets. Schaefer, who turned 18 on Sept. 5, became the ...

The NHL and conservation non-profit Ducks Unlimited Canada are teaming up to tell stories of current and former NHL players and how access to community ponds and the outdoors helped shape their love ...

Connor McDavid, Sidney Crosby and Anze Kopitar are players to watch in 2025-26. (Illustration: Demetrius Robinson / The Athletic, with photos by Steph Chambers / Getty Images and Stephen R. Sylvanie / ...

Longtime Detroit Red Wings analyst Mickey Redmond decided to give the “smelling salts” a shot while calling last night’s game against the Tampa Bay Lightning from ice level. Professional athletes ...

The next generation of advanced statistics is here, with the redesigned NHL EDGE platform bringing fans closer to the game than ever before. Explore the all-new NHL EDGE zone maps, infographics, data ...

To kick off the start of the 2025-26 NHL season, the league is bringing back some of its freshest looks. Last year, the league partnered with lululemon and Fanatics for its "New Feel of Gameday" ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. With the NHL 2025-26 season in full swing, it’s going to be ...

NHL betting sites have grown rapidly in popularity across the U.S. and Canada, fueled by a passionate fan base and the sport’s fast-paced, high-scoring action. Bettors now have access to a wide ...

Auston Matthews clears $20 million once again, but the Maple Leafs star is set to lose his hockey earnings crown soon—which might actually be a good sign for a sport still waiting for a financial ...

Here is the full National Hockey League schedule for Oct. 12 and how to watch all the games. Or see our sortable NHL schedule to filter by team or division. All times Eastern and accurate as of ...

The NHL standings could be a little more bunched this season. Last year, the No. 1 overall team, the Winnipeg Jets, and the No. 32 San Jose Sharks were separated by 64 points. This year, USA TODAY ...