NHL Hockey 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: March 13, 2026, 8:55 PM ET
Team Updates & Transactions
The Maple Leafs suffered a major blow when captain Auston Matthews was diagnosed with a torn medial collateral ligament in his left knee, ending his season. In a separate move, the Sharks signed forward Ty Dellandrea to a two-year, $3.25 million contract extension, providing salary cap stability for the rebuilding club. The NHL also announced two regular-season games in Germany next season, featuring the Blackhawks and Senators as part of the league's Global Series push into European markets.
Playoff Picture & Fantasy
With the postseason approaching, detailed playoff projections outline the Edmonton Oilers' challenging path, which likely includes a first-round matchup against either Los Angeles or Vancouver. For fantasy hockey managers, the NHL Power Rankings highlight one pickup from each team to target for the fantasy playoffs, identifying potential difference-makers. In injury news, Vegas captain Mark Stone returned from an upper-body injury after missing five games, immediately contributing to the Knights' 6-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday.