NHL Hockey 24-Hour Briefing

Last updated: March 14, 2026, 8:58 AM ET

Schedule & International

The league outlined schedule for Saturday, delivering a 14‑game slate that pits the Bruins against the Capitals as the headline contest, while it also announced Germany games for the Blackhawks and Senators, scheduling two Global Series matchups in Europe next season.

Discipline & Transactions

Anaheim defenseman Radko Gudas imposed five‑game ban for a knee‑on‑knee hit that ended Auston Matthews’ campaign, reinforcing the NHL’s player‑safety agenda, and the San Jose Sharks signed two‑year extension with forward Ty Dellandrea at $3.25 million, signaling confidence in his growing contribution.