The Edmonton Oilers signed forward Kailer Yamamoto to a one-year, $1.175 million extension for the 2021-22 season, the team announced Saturday.Yamamoto, who turns 23 on Sept. 29, contributed eight… MORE
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Islanders sign D Zdeno Chara to one-year contract
Defenseman Zdeno Chara returns for a 24th NHL season in 2021-22, agreeing to terms Saturday on a one-year deal with the New York Islanders.The 44-year-old veteran of 1,608 games started his career… MORE
NHL says 98 percent of players will be vaxxed by opening night
NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly told multiple media outlets Friday that the league projects 98 percent of its players will be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by opening night of the 2021-22 season… MORE
Canadiens to host 2022 NHL Draft
The Montreal Canadiens will host the 2022 NHL Draft at the Bell Centre, the league announced Friday.The city had been scheduled to host the draft in 2020, but the event was held virtually because o… MORE
Evander Kane believes heâll be cleared by NHL
San Jose Sharks star Evander Kane reiterated that he has never gambled on hockey and said he’s confident he’ll be exonerated by the NHL.Kane made the comments in an interview with ESPN that aired T… MORE
Maple Leafs-Sabres announced as third outdoor game for 2021-22
The NHL revealed Thursday that the Toronto Maple Leafs and Buffalo Sabres will square off outside at Tim Hortons Field in Hamilton, Ontario on March 13 next season.”We are excited to announce that… MORE
Coyotes tab John Ferguson Jr. as assistant GM
John Ferguson Jr. signed a multi-year contract on Wednesday to serve as the assistant general manager of the Arizona Coyotes.Financial terms were not disclosed for Ferguson, who also will be the ge… MORE
Blues re-sign F Tyler Bozak to one-year deal
The St. Louis Blues re-signed veteran forward Tyler Bozak to a one-year deal worth $750,000 and bonuses, the team announced Tuesday.Bozak, 35, registered 17 points (five goals, 12 assists) in 31 ga… MORE
Red Wings re-sign F Givani Smith to 2-year contract
The Detroit Red Wings re-signed forward Givani Smith to a two-year contract Tuesday. Terms were not disclosed.The 23-year-old tallied one goal and three assists in 16 games last season.He has se… MORE
Blue Jackets replace assistant coach who refuses vax
The Columbus Blue Jackets announced Monday that they have replaced assistant coach Sylvain Lefebvre after he refused to get a vaccine shot for COVID-19.Lefebvre was brought on by Brad Larsen after… MORE
