NHL Hockey 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: March 11, 2026, 11:49 PM ET
NHL Developments
The PWHL is negotiating a potential partnership with the NHL’s Senators to secure its future in Ottawa, as its current venue faces downsizing due to arena renovations. Meanwhile, Utah Mammoth forward Nick Schmaltz re-signed with the team on a lucrative eight-year, $64 million contract, opting out of free agency this summer. Analysts dissected the trade deadline’s chaotic final trades, separating legitimate moves from overblown narratives, as teams scrambled to address roster gaps.
Controversies & Disputes
The Avalanche publicly criticized officials for ejecting Nathan Mac Kinnon during Tuesday’s 4-3 loss to the Oilers, arguing the game misconduct for alleged goalie interference was unjustified. In a pivotal overtime thriller, the Bruins clinched their 13th consecutive home victory after Charlie McAvoy scored 39 seconds into extra time, later undergoing dental procedures following a tooth loss during the 2-1 win over the Kings.