NHL Hockey 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: March 12, 2026, 7:46 PM ET
NHL Ownership Moves
The Carolina Hurricanes added three new minority stakeholders as owner Tom Dundon sold a portion of the franchise to expand the ownership group, the team announced Thursday. The moves come as the NHL continues to see increased investment interest in hockey franchises across North America.
League Discipline
The NHL declined to strip the Ottawa Senators of their 2026 first-round draft pick despite the team's involvement in a canceled 2022 trade between Vegas and Anaheim involving winger Evgenii Dadonov. The league determined the Senators' role in the scuttled deal didn't warrant forfeiture of the valuable draft asset.
Women's Hockey Expansion
The Professional Women's Hockey League announced a national TV broadcast for an upcoming Detroit game, marking another step in the PWHL's efforts to increase visibility for women's professional hockey in the United States. The televised game represents growing momentum for the league as it builds its audience.
Fantasy Hockey Strategy
With fantasy hockey playoffs approaching, experts released updated guidance on optimal lineup strategies and player selections to maximize championship chances. The timing coincides with the NHL's stretch run, where every game carries increased weight for postseason positioning and fantasy standings.
Playoff Picture
Updated Stanley Cup playoff projections raised questions about whether the Stars-Oilers matchup could serve as a potential conference finals preview, highlighting the competitive balance in the Western Conference. The analysis comes as teams jockey for positioning in the final weeks before the postseason begins.