NHL Hockey 8 Hours

Last updated: September 25, 2026, 10:55 PM ET

NHL Hockey

Edmonton Oilers forward Zach Hyman welcomed Mark Messier to observe the team’s renewed positivity under head coach Mike Babcock, one day after Messier expressed being "horrified" by the hiring decision. Oilers' Hyman extended an invitation to the former captain to witness the cultural shift firsthand.

Columbus Blue Jackets center Adam Fantilli signed a six-year, $82.5 million contract, making him the franchise’s highest-paid player in history. Fantilli gets $82.5M deal secures his long-term future with Columbus as a cornerstone of their rebuild.

The San Jose Sharks named 20-year-old Macklin Celebrini as team captain, making him the youngest captain in NHL history. Sharks make Celebrini highlighted his rapid rise from first-overall pick to leadership role in just his sophomore season.

Pittsburgh Penguins forward Andrei Kuzmenko has taken a leave of absence following the tragic death of his father, who was killed by a bear during a fishing trip. Penguins' Kuzmenko confirmed the personal leave to grieve and support his family.

Philadelphia Flyers forward Trevor Zegras received a minor penalty for improperly wearing his jersey, specifically for tucking it into his pants, a rare equipment violation. Flyers' Zegras was called for the infraction during gameplay, drawing attention to NHL uniform rules.