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'We are going to build this the right way': How the Panthers rose to prominence on and off the ice
Through smart hockey moves and making Florida a destination for players, the Panthers have gone from laughingstock to a model franchise.
READY TO BREAK OUT
NHL breakout tiers: Predicting the new wave of superstars
From young skaters ready to level up to superstar, to those on new teams (or with new teammates), here are 36 players set to take a step up.
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IT'S TAYLOR HAM
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New Jersey Devils to serve Taylor ham breakfast sandwiches this season
The Devils will be serving Taylor ham, egg and cheese sandwiches this season ... and have chosen a side in a New Jersey breakfast food debate.
BLUE JACKETS LOOK AHEAD
NHL
'What would Johnny want us to do?' How the Blue Jackets are approaching this season
As NHL training camps opened this week, emotions were still raw after the deaths of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, especially in Columbus. The Blue Jackets say they will learn and lean on each other as they navigate the season.
LET'S GET BOLD!
Ovechkin catching Gretzky? Multiple All-Stars traded? Bold predictions for all 32 NHL teams
With opening night approaching on Oct. 8, we take big swings on what will transpire for each team in the 2024-25 season.
FANTASY HOCKEY
WHO SHOULD YOU DRAFT?
Wyshynski's 'Plant My Flag' list: The 10 players to draft in every league
Get ready for your fantasy hockey draft with key tips for 2024-25.
FANTASY HOCKEY PREVIEW
HOW TO WIN YOUR LEAGUE
From prep to draft to trades: How to win your league
The 2024-25 NHL season is nearly here, so play ESPN Fantasy Hockey with the same tips and tricks that the pros use.
What you need to know about every power-play unit
Power play success is crucial in any fantasy hockey league format. These are the players you want to target.
Sleepers, busts and draft strategy
Which players are sleepers to target in drafts and which are likely to fail to reach expectations.
NHL
Who has scored the most goals in NHL history?
Wayne Gretzky holds the record for the most individual career goals in NHL history. Which other players are at the top of the list?
NHL
Which NHL players have the most career hat tricks?
Wayne Gretzky leads all players with most hat tricks in NHL history. See who else joins him on the list.
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- USA Hockey to honor Gaudreaus with helmet decal
- Sources: Vegas to pay Lehner without cap hit
- Swayman on Bruins tenure: 'Don't want it to end'
- Blackhawks send F Nazar, D Korchinski to minors
- Sharks' Celebrini day-to-day after suffering injury
- Wild intend sign F Kaprizov to long-term deal
- Canadiens' Laine out 2-3 months with knee sprain
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Bold predictions for every NHL team for the 2024-25 season
With opening night approaching on Oct. 8, we take big swings on what will transpire for each team in the 2024-25 season.
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2025 NHL draft prospect watch list: Hagens, Misa, more
With the Hlinka-Gretzky Cup in the rearview mirror, draft season has begun across the globe. Here are the most intriguing skaters right now.
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Keanu Reeves signs one-day contract with Windsor Spitfires
Keanu Reeves' autographed jersey from his ceremonial one-day stint with the team will be auctioned off for charity.
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Inside the Quebec factory where NHL jerseys are created
The NHL is confident that players and fans will be pleased with the changeover in designers since the manufacturer will remain the same.
