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Canucks Allvin dishes on Zadorov, Silovs, July 1st priorities and plans for this weekend’s draft

It appears the love affair between Vancouver Canucks fans and Nikita Zadorov is over. Canucks General Manager Patrik Allvin told the media via Zoom on Friday morning that weeks of negotiations with the pending unrestricted free agent have broken off, and Zadorov will be hitting the open market when it opens on Monday.

As Vladimir Guerrero Jr. quietly shifts approach, power returns for Blue Jays

In a season where a lack of power has been the Blue Jays’ most significant shortcoming, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s decline in power production has been tough to miss, writes Nick Ashbourne.

Steven Stamkos Heads to Free Agency, No Deal With Lightning

As per Pierre LeBrun: “From Stamkos’ agent Don Meehan, who tells me regarding his client: “He will be a free agent on July 1.” So would appear Stamkos

Canadiens Improve Draft Position Via Trade With Kings

The Montreal Canadiens have made a trade ahead of the 2024 NHL Entry Draft that includes a handful of draft picks. The trade is as follows: the Habs have

Canucks to qualify Jett Woo, will let Aidan McDonough become a free agent: reports

The Vancouver Canucks’ brass is hard at work this week, announcing a string of extensions and trades as they gear up for the NHL Draft and Free Agency window.

A glance at each pick in the first round of the NHL draft

A glance at how the first round of the 2024 National Hockey League draft unfolded on Friday night at the Sphere in Las Vegas: 1. San Jose Sharks — Macklin Celebrini, C, Boston University (NCAA) The consensus No. 1 pick and complete player will be the foundation on which the Sharks base their rebuild. 2. Chicago Blackhawks — Artyom Levshunov, D, Michigan State (NCAA) Belarus native should be a valuable contributor on the Blackhawks blue line for...

Copa America Preview: Chile stands in Canada’s way for knockout berth

Saturday’s group stage finale vs. Chile is all that stands between Canada and the rarefied air of the knockout round of the Copa. John Molinaro previews the big match.

U.S., Canada, Sweden and Finland unveil 1st 6 players for 4 Nations Face-Off tournament

Sidney Crosby, Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon have never played together for Team Canada. Same for Auston Matthews, Jack Eichel and Matthew Tkachuk for Team USA.

Oilers Re-Signing Goaltender Calvin Pickard to 2-Yr Extension

The Edmonton Oilers are reportedly closing in on an extension for backup goaltender Calvin Pickard. According to analyst Kevin Weekes, the deal will be for two years, but a dollar figure was not revealed.

Can Max Domi’s Gift Change the Maple Leafs Plans?

Are the Toronto Maple Leafs actually going to score a deal for a contract they’d likely want to sign? It could be. Yesterday, Sportsnet NHL insider Elliotte Friedman reported that current Maple Leafs forward Max Domi has tried to give the team a gift by coming down in his asking price on a new contract.

‘I kind of blacked out’: Like Jarome, Tij Iginla makes Utah history

When Tij Iginla’s name was announced inside the Sphere on Friday, Tij stood up and wrapped his arms around father Jarome. Tij is headed to Salt Lake City, a city that holds a special meaning for his Hall of Fame father.

Auston Matthews on Mitch Marner: ‘All I’m going to say is we love Mitch’

Auston Matthews was in Las Vegas for the NHL Awards and caught up with the media before the NHL Draft. It’s clear that despite the tumultuous end to the season, Matthews will always have his friends’ back.

Frank Bensel makes back-to-back holes-in-one at the U.S. Senior Open

NEWPORT, R.I. (AP) — The next round in Newport is on Frank Bensel — and make it a double.

Why is Celine Dion at the NHL Draft? Canadian singer makes surprise appearance to announce Ivan Demidov pick

Celine Dion made a surprise appearance at the 2024 NHL Draft to announce the Canadiens' first round pick.

Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews snubbed from NHL All-Star teams

The NHL announced their annual season-ending All-Star teams during Thursday night’s award festivities.

Olympic dreams in Paris: Paraguayan swimmer captivates fans

Next month, the Olympic Games will begin in Paris. Among those participating will be 20-year-old Luana Alonso from Paraguay, who is extremely popular on social media. Recently, she showed off her tattoo, which delighted her fans. The 20-year-old swimmer proudly announced on Instagram that she has qualified for the Olympic Games in Paris, which will...

Canadiens acquire 21st overall pick from Kings in exchange for 26th, 56th and 198th picks

The Montreal Canadiens have acquired the 21st overall pick in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft from the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for the 26th pick, 56th pick and 198th pick.

Red Wings, Ducks make history for Norway

Hockey fans across Norway are now cheering for the Detroit Red Wings.

Why isn't Andrew Wiggins playing for Team Canada? Star foward reportedly blocked by Warriors for 2024 Olympics

Andrew Wiggins has reportedly been blocked by the Warriors from playing for Team Canada at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Star power top heavy on Team Canada's Four Nations entry

It has been a very long time since the best of friends around the NHL gathered for a best-on-best tournament. Come February, some will be on the same blueline and others, from their own team, will be across centre hearing different national anthems at the Four Nations Face-Off. For Team Canada, whose first six players were announced Friday with those of the United States, Sweden and Finland, it will be three Nova Scotians from three different...

3 Trades the Islanders Should Make on Draft Day

The 2024 NHL Entry Draft is around the corner. The New York Islanders enter this draft in particular at a crossroads. They must replenish a depleted farm system and can do that with a strong class as they can land a few NHL-caliber prospects to turn around the team in the long run.

Maple Leafs trade 23rd pick to Ducks for two picks

The Maple Leafs traded their 23rd overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft to the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for the 31st and 58th overall selections in this year’s draft.

Around the NHL: Nathan MacKinnon took home the Ted Lindsay and Hart, trades galore, and more!

A lot has happened since the latest Around the NHL. For starters, the 2024 Stanley Cup champion has been crowned, the Florida Panthers, and more importantly, not the Edmonton Oilers.

Blues trade for Blue Jackets winger, extend him

The 24-year-old is coming off a triumphant return to North America after spending the 2022-23 season on personal leave, suiting up on loan to the Swiss National League to be closer to his family in France.

Utah Hockey Club bringing back intriguing defenseman

The Utah Hockey Club will be keeping defenseman Michael Kesselring, who has shown intriguing flashes of talent early in his professional career.

Can new-look Toronto Raptors make any noise in the East?

The Raptors are rebuilding, they’ve told everyone with conviction. What exactly it will add up to is open to debate, writes Michael Grange.

Canada's Leylah Fernandez moves into final at Eastbourne

EASTBOURNE — Canada's Leylah Fernandez has advanced to the final of the Rothesay International grass-court tennis tournament.

Edmonton Oilers sign defenseman Cam Dineen to two-year contract

On Friday, amidst the chaos of the 2024 NHL Entry Draft at the Sphere in Las Vegas, the Edmonton Oilers got a bit of business done. Right around the time

Nikita Zadorov Not Returning to Canucks, Will Test Free Agency

Vancouver GM Patrik Allvin says Nikita Zadorov will not be re-signing with the Canucks. Ready to test the free agent market because he believes he’s going to get a huge offer from another team, Zadrov talked to Vancouver about an extension, but the two sides couldn’t find a middle ground.

Seravalli: Evander Kane likely to return to Edmonton Oilers

DailyFaceoff’s Frank Seravalli made an appearance on Oilersnation Everyday Friday affternoon where he reported that it is unlikely that the Oilers trade Evander Kane.

Darnell Nurse the lone Oiler on Daily Faceoff’s latest Trade Targets list

For a number of weeks now, one member of the Edmonton Oilers has found their way on Daily Faceoff’s Trade Targets list: Darnell Nurse. The most recent one, as compiled by Frank Seravalli, had Nurse listed as No.

Success Rates of NHL Draft Picks

Throughout the history of the NHL draft, there have been generational players, late-round steals, high-pedigree busts, and even made-up players in the case of Taro Tsujimoto.

Latest On 4 Key Targets for Maple Leafs Ahead of Free Agency

The NHL Draft starts on Friday and not long after comes NHL free agency, with the frenzy already underway. For the Toronto Maple Leafs, GM Brad Treliving has hinted he’s going to be active and there are a handful of names that the team is being linked to.

Connor McDavid's honest Conn Smythe response demands new policy

Thanks to Matt Larkin for making a solid case for why the Conn Smythe Trophy should only be awarded to a member of the Stanley Cup-winning team.

Amélie Mauresmo, the 2006 Wimbledon champion in pictures

Instant Analysis: Canadiens Hit Home Run With Ivan Demidov Pick

After spending the last few weeks, perhaps even months, anticipating which player the Montreal Canadiens would add to their prospect pool with the fifth overall pick at the 2024 NHL Entry Draft, we now know the identity of the player who will play a crucial role in their rebuild, as the Habs drafted forward Ivan Demidov fifth overall.

NHL free agency 2024: Ranking the top 20 free agents, best players available by position

NHL free agency is near here. The Sporting News ranks the top 20 free agents available this summer.

4 NHL teams who could be destinations for Oilers’ Jack Campbell

Jack Campbell’s days in Edmonton are numbered. After being sent down to the Bakersfield Condors in the AHL early last season, Campbell only returned to Edmonton to be a black ace in the playoffs.

Gareth Southgate to make just one change to England starting XI against Slovakia

There have been plenty demanding more changes than that...

Mark Cavendish chases TDF record: 11 highlights from a trophy-laden career

Panthers defenseman expected to reach free agency

Days after winning the Stanley Cup, it appears Brandon Montour’s time in South Florida is drawing to a close.

Andrew Mangiapane’s agent reports that they did not see the trade coming and did not request to be moved

Another piece of the Calgary Flames roster has been shipped to another location in exchange for a draft pick. Andrew Mangiapane was traded from the Flames to the Washington Capitals for a 2025 second-round pick; according to a report from Sportsnet’s Eric Francis, Mangiapane and his agent did not see the trade coming.

Oilers extend backup goalie, defenseman

The Oilers have extended a pair of depth players.

Argentina coach Scaloni suspended from Copa America match vs. Peru for being repeatedly late

MIAMI GARDENS, Florida (AP) — Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has been suspended for one match and will miss his team's last Copa America group match against Peru on Saturday.

Wild add intriguing defenseman after swapping picks with Flyers

The Minnesota Wild moved up a spot to get their guy.

Euro 2024: Round of 16 and knock-out stages overview

My Heart Will Go On: Celine Dion announces Canadiens’ 1st-round selection

Celine Dion is one of Canada’s foremost icons. She’s also a Montreal Canadiens superfan and to the light chagrin of The Leafs Nation staff and others across the Greater Toronto Area, she announced her favourite team’s first-round pick at the 2024 NHL Draft.

Stamkos testing free agency, Blue Jackets looking to make a splash on the draft floor and more: Around the League

It’s draft day! And unfortunately for Vancouver Canucks fans, they’re without a first-round pick for the third time in the past five seasons. But just because the team won’t have much action doesn’t mean there will be a lack of “ooh’s and aah’s” on the draft floor with all of the drama set to take place tonight.

NHL Notebook: Teams calling Flames about Nazem Kadri

The first round of the 2024 National Hockey League draft is quickly approaching. With that being said, the rumours are swirling, as teams are looking to move up, star players could be traded, and the Winnipeg Jets are doing things.

Switzerland vs. Italy expected lineups, starting 11, team news: Back three or back four for Azzurri boss Spalletti?

Italy and Switzerland are each winless in their past two Euro 2024 matches heading into the knockout stages but Murat Yakin's team appear to be in better form.