NHL Hockey 8 Hours

Last updated: June 16, 2026, 8:43 PM ET

Player Moves & Transactions

The Boston Fleet’s dominance at the PWHL awards was underscored when Aerin Frankel captured MVP honors, adding the Billie Jean King MVP trophy to her goalie‑of‑the‑year accolade and bolstering the league’s profile ahead of the upcoming season. In the NHL, Nashville’s new GM Chris Mac Farland completed his first deal by bringing forward Ross Colton to the Predators in exchange for two prospects, a move that immediately freed cap space for Nashville’s aggressive roster push acquired forward. Across the Eastern Conference, Philadelphia strengthened its depth chart by swapping goaltender Joseph Woll and defenseman Simon Benoit to the Flyers for a package that gives the Maple Leafs additional draft flexibility traded for assets.

Coaching Shifts & Personal Reflections

Golden Knights’ bench will see a change after the organization announced that John Tortorella will not return despite guiding the team to the Stanley Cup Final, leaving the franchise to evaluate long‑term coaching options parted ways. Meanwhile, Vegas forward Mitch Marner opened up about his mental‑health struggles during his nine‑year stint in Toronto, describing “dark moments” that have shaped his perspective and underscored the league’s growing focus on player wellness spoke candidly.