NHL Hockey 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: March 12, 2026, 2:49 AM ET
NHL Team Moves& Player Deals
The PWHL partnered with the Senators to secure Ottawa's future, as the league's first professional women's team seeks a new home following the Capital's arena renovations. Meanwhile, forward Nick Schmaltz re-signed with the Utah Mammoth on an eight-year, $64 million contract extension, avoiding free agency and committing long-term to the team. This dual development underscores Ottawa's commitment to women's hockey while stabilizing the Mammoth's core.
Game Incidents & Trade Deadline Analysis
The Avalanche sharply criticized the ejection of star center Nathan Mac Kinnon for goalie interference during their 4-3 loss to Edmonton, arguing the penalty was excessive. Concurrently, the final trade deadline week sparked intense debate, with analysts identifying legitimate takeaways amidst the chaos—highlighting which moves truly reshaped playoff contenders and which overreactions lacked substance.