NHL Hockey 8 Hours

Last updated: May 22, 2026, 5:50 PM ET

Western Conference Finals

The Avalanche face a significant challenge in Game 2 of the Western Conference finals as star defenseman Cale Makar was ruled out for Friday's matchup against the Golden Knights. The reigning Norris Trophy winner's absence creates an immediate defensive hole that has experts projecting altered betting lines for the contest, with Colorado's championship odds decreasing by approximately 15% according to market analysts.

International Hockey

Canada continues its dominant performance at the ice hockey world championship, defeating Slovenia 3-1 to improve to a perfect 5-0 record in the tournament. The Canadian squad has outscored opponents 22-6 through five games, establishing themselves as early favorites to capture gold at this year's championship.

Hockey Business

The landscape of women's hockey leadership changed significantly as former U.S. Olympian Meghan Duggan announced her departure from the NHL New Jersey Devils to become general manager of the PWHL's expansion franchise in Hamilton, Ontario. Duggan, a two-time Olympic silver medalist, brings valuable international experience to her new role in the professional women's league.

Hockey Memorabilia

The world of hockey collectibles witnessed a record-breaking auction as an autographed 1979 O-Pee-Chee Wayne Gretzky rookie card sold for $540,000 including buyer's premium. The sale sets a new benchmark for autographed hockey memorabilia, surpassing previous records by over $100,000.