NHL Hockey 3 Days

Last updated: June 23, 2026, 5:31 AM ET

Stanley Cup Aftermath & Hall of Fame

The celebratory atmosphere surrounding the Carolina Hurricanes' recent Stanley Cup victory continued with thousands of fans jamming Raleigh for a parade, marking a triumphant end to their season. However, coach Rod Brind'Amour, who led the team to both a player and coach championship, was notably passed over for the 2026 Hockey Hall of Fame class. In a related Hall of Fame development, Keith Tkachuk was elected less than 24 hours after his sons became teammates. Brady Tkachuk was dealt to the Florida Panthers from Ottawa in a blockbuster trade, joining his brother Matthew, a move that sources confirmed Sunday and saw the Senators receive a host of draft picks.

Player Transactions & Contract Extensions

The Edmonton Oilers have been active on the contract front, signing defenseman Connor Murphy to a five-year, $20.5 million deal and also re-signing center Jason Dickinson to a five-year contract worth $20 million, preventing him from testing free agency. Meanwhile, forward Bobby McMann will remain with the Kraken after agreeing to a six-year deal. In another significant move, the Kraken acquired forward Mackie Samoskevich from the Panthers in a trade that will send Florida's No. 25 pick in the upcoming NHL draft back to the Panthers.

League & Team Operations

The Utah Mammoth have secured their coaching staff for the future, with coach André Tourigny and assistant Blaine Forsythe signing new multiyear contracts. On the business side, the PWHL announced it has added its first two investors: Detroit-based Ilitch Companies and Toronto-based Kilmer Sports Ventures, signaling a commitment to sustaining its rapid growth. As the league looks toward the future, several storylines are already dominating discussions in the days following the Hurricanes' championship win, including emerging narratives for the 2026 NHL season.