Austin, Houston included in NHL expansion chatter, reports say

The NHL is apparently considering both Austin and Houston as sites for a possible expansion hockey team, according to multiple reports.

Canes to celebrate Stanley Cup victory Saturday in Raleigh

The Carolina Hurricanes are waking up as Stanley Cup champions for the first time since 2006, after a 3-0 shutout in Game 6 over the Vegas Golden Knights, sealing a dominant 16-3 postseason run to return the Cup to Carolina. 

Dallas Stars choose Plano for new arena, entertainment district

The Dallas Stars plan to build a new arena and entertainment district in Plano, a move that comes one day after their co-tenant at the American Airlines Center announced plans to leave downtown.

Claude Lemieux, former Stanley Cup champ, dead at 60

Claude Lemieux, the hockey player known for championship runs in the National Hockey League, has died at the age of 60, according to the NHL Alumni Association.

Top NHL prospect and Penn State freshman Gavin McKenna charged with felony assault

Penn State hockey star Gavin McKenna, a freshman center and the presumptive top pick in this summer’s NHL draft, has been charged with felony assault following an incident on Jan. 31.

NHL announces return of World Cup of Hockey in 2028

The NHL and NHL Players’ Association announced the return of the World Cup of Hockey in 2028, aiming to establish a regular cycle of international tournaments featuring the world's top players.

New details about driver charged with killing Johnny Gaudreau, brother revealed in detention hearing

The driver charged with killing NHL hockey player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew as they bicycled on a rural road had a blood-alcohol level of .087, above the .08 legal limit in New Jersey, a prosecutor said Friday.

Johnny Gaudreau's widow, Meredith, reveals pregnancy with third child at memorial

During a memorial service for Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew, Johnny's widow, Meredith, revealed that she is pregnant with the couple's third child. Matthew's wife, Madeline, is also pregnant with their first child.

Mourners gather to remember Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau at funeral service in Pennsylvania

Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew were remembered by family, friends, and teammates at a funeral service Monday afternoon. The brothers were tragically killed by a suspected drunk driver late last month.

Fundraiser for Matthew Gaudreau’s widow surpasses $560K after tragic accident

The hockey community has raised over $560,000 for Matthew Gaudreau’s pregnant widow following the tragic deaths of Matthew and his brother, NHL star Johnny Gaudreau. Tributes continue to pour in as fans and players mourn the loss and plan memorials.

Johnny Gaudreau's widow pays heartbreaking tribute to 'perfect' NHL star: 'You are my forever'

The widow of Johnny Gaudreau thanked her husband for the "best years of my life," calling him the "absolute best dad in the world" after the NHL star's life was tragically cut short in a crash last week.

Panthers win their 1st Stanley Cup, top Oilers 2-1 in Game 7

The Florida Panthers are Stanley Cup champions for the first time, and they took about the hardest path possible to the title.

Stanley Pup brings rescue dogs to the rink in friendly face-off

In honor of the Stanley Cup playoffs, the NHL is hosting the Stanley Pup – a friendly face-off featuring adoptable (and adorable) rescue dogs.