NHL Hockey 24-Hour Briefing
×Contract Extensions
The Kraken agreed to two-year extensions with forwards Ben Meyers and Ryan Winterton. The moves strengthen Seattle's forward depth heading into the stretch run.
Injury Updates
Panthers captain Barkov has a target for his season debut after September knee surgery. Meanwhile, Stars forward Rantanen will miss extended time following a lower-body injury at the Olympics.
Trade Moves
The Penguins sent defenseman Brett Kulak to the NHL-best Avalanche for Samuel Girard and a 2028 pick. Kulak had been acquired by Pittsburgh just months earlier in December.
Olympic Aftermath
The U.S. men's hockey team visited the White House Tuesday before attending President Trump's State of the Union address. Hughes brothers addressed controversy over Trump's comments about the women's team.
Playoff Picture
With Olympic medals awarded, teams are sprinting toward the regular season's end. The playoff race is heating up as contenders jockey for positioning.