NHL Hockey 24 Hours

Last updated: September 24, 2026, 2:12 PM ET

PWHL All-Star Game

The Professional Women's Hockey League will host its first All-Star Game next March in Toronto, marking a major milestone for the young league.

Oilers Coaching Controversy

Mark Messier said he was "horrified" by the Edmonton Oilers' decision to hire Mike Babcock as head coach, given the former NHL bench boss faces unresolved accusations of misconduct.

Canadiens Ownership Legacy

George Gillett Jr., the former majority owner of the Montreal Canadiens, has died at 87.

Sabres Injury Update

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson is listed as week to week with a lower-body injury and is at risk of missing the start of the season.

Stanley Cup Contender Tiers

ESPN has slotted all 32 NHL teams into six contender tiers heading into the 2026-27 season, identifying the top challengers for the Stanley Cup.

Fantasy Hockey & Player Projections

For fantasy managers, a draft board outlines how the first 20 picks should play out in a 10-team league, while late-round targets offer paths to value after pick. Player projections identify leap-forward and regression candidates including Michkov, Misa, and Mantha.

Bold Season Predictions

A roundup of bold predictions for all 32 teams forecasts Dylan Larkin's destination, surprise award contenders, and a potential Sabres deadline deal.