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Why is Celine Dion at the NHL Draft? Canadian singer makes surprise appearance to announce Ivan Demidov pick

Celine Dion made a surprise appearance at the 2024 NHL Draft to announce the Canadiens' first round pick.

Panthers defenseman expected to reach free agency

Days after winning the Stanley Cup, it appears Brandon Montour’s time in South Florida is drawing to a close.

Blackhawks move back into first round to make their third pick

The Chicago Blackhawks have played a heavy part in the first round of the 2024 NHL Draft.

Marner, the 23rd overall pick, and other Maple Leafs Draft Day storylines

“Vontae Mack no matter what.” The question heading into the Maple Leafs draft day is who will be Toronto’s Vontae Mack? Or at least that is one of the storylines that will dominate the news cycle for the Maple Leafs.

Craig Conroy discusses the Calgary Flames first round strategy in pre-draft media availability

Every sports fan wants to know all the details about what decisions are being made, whether it’s during the trade deadline, free agency, or the draft.

Raptors picking up Bruce Brown’s $23M option for 2024-25

The Toronto Raptors have reportedly picked up their option for the guard before Friday’s deadline.

England, Ronaldo and the biggest disappointments of Euro 2024

Can the Canucks still afford premier UFAs after signing Dakota Joshua and Tyler Myers?

Take a trip to the fridge, check your texts, blink. Any of the above, and you run the risk of missing a move from GM Patrik Allvin and Co. in this, the hottest of hot NHL summers.

Olympic dreams in Paris: Paraguayan swimmer captivates fans

Next month, the Olympic Games will begin in Paris. Among those participating will be 20-year-old Luana Alonso from Paraguay, who is extremely popular on social media. Recently, she showed off her tattoo, which delighted her fans. The 20-year-old swimmer proudly announced on Instagram that she has qualified for the Olympic Games in Paris, which will...

Red Wings, Ducks make history for Norway

Hockey fans across Norway are now cheering for the Detroit Red Wings.

Columbus Blue Jackets trade Alex Texier to St. Louis Blues for 2025 4th

The Columbus Blue Jackets have traded center Alex Texier to the St. Louis Blues, PuckPedia reported Friday afternoon. According to the Columbus Dispatch‘s Brian Hedger, the Blue Jackets received a 2025 fourth-round pick in return for the 6’1″, 201-pound forward.

Flyers to buy out remainder of veteran winger's multiyear deal

The Flyers plan to buy out the final season of Cam Atkinson’s seven-year contract.

Canucks Allvin dishes on Zadorov, Silovs, July 1st priorities and plans for this weekend’s draft

It appears the love affair between Vancouver Canucks fans and Nikita Zadorov is over. Canucks General Manager Patrik Allvin told the media via Zoom on Friday morning that weeks of negotiations with the pending unrestricted free agent have broken off, and Zadorov will be hitting the open market when it opens on Monday.

Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews snubbed from NHL All-Star teams

The NHL announced their annual season-ending All-Star teams during Thursday night’s award festivities.

Copa America Preview: Chile stands in Canada’s way for knockout berth

Saturday’s group stage finale vs. Chile is all that stands between Canada and the rarefied air of the knockout round of the Copa. John Molinaro previews the big match.

NHL free agency 2024: Ranking the top 20 free agents, best players available by position

NHL free agency is near here. The Sporting News ranks the top 20 free agents available this summer.

Oilers: Holland’s 3 Best and Worst Moves as GM

One of the worst-kept secrets in hockey is over, as it was officially confirmed on Thursday (June 27) that Ken Holland will not be returning as the general manager (GM) of the Edmonton Oilers in 2024-25.

Canadiens Improve Draft Position Via Trade With Kings

The Montreal Canadiens have made a trade ahead of the 2024 NHL Entry Draft that includes a handful of draft picks. The trade is as follows: the Habs have

NBA undrafted free agents: Tracking the notable UDFA signings after 2024 NBA Draft

The Sporting News is tracking notable undrafted free agent signings after the 2024 NBA Draft.

Can new-look Toronto Raptors make any noise in the East?

The Raptors are rebuilding, they’ve told everyone with conviction. What exactly it will add up to is open to debate, writes Michael Grange.

Canucks will allow surprise postseason standout to hit free agency

Vancouver Canucks defenseman Nikita Zadorov surprised on offense during the postseason. He'll be taking his heroics elsewhere, now.

Canucks GM Patrik Allvin says defenceman Nikita Zadorov will test UFA market

The Vancouver Canucks may have done their best, but it looks like they won’t be able to retain the services of Nikita Zadorov for next season and beyond.

Latest On 4 Key Targets for Maple Leafs Ahead of Free Agency

The NHL Draft starts on Friday and not long after comes NHL free agency, with the frenzy already underway. For the Toronto Maple Leafs, GM Brad Treliving has hinted he’s going to be active and there are a handful of names that the team is being linked to.

Gareth Southgate to make just one change to England starting XI against Slovakia

There have been plenty demanding more changes than that...

Euro 2024: Round of 16 and knock-out stages overview

Canada faces tricky test against Chile as team aims to advance in Copa América

Soccer analyst Peter Schaad says the Canadian men's team needs to be ready for a steep challenge against Chile in their final group game of the international tournament.

Canadiens Should Go After Jets’ Rutger McGroarty

With less than 24 hours before the 2024 Draft, the trade market is starting to pick up. Yesterday, we had the first “draft trade” when the Buffalo Sabres acquired the San Jose Sharks’ 14th and 42nd picks for their 11th overall pick.

Steeplechaser stumbles through water barrier, tumbles over last hurdle to miss Olympic spot

EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — Steeplechaser Olivia Markezich stumbled through the water after one jump, then barely regained her balance, only to tumble to the ground after clearing the final barrier.

Edmonton Oilers sign Calvin Pickard to two-year extension

The Edmonton Oilers have signed goaltender Calvin Pickard to a two-year extension, Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli reported Friday. The deal will see him earn $1-million in each season.

Maple Leafs trade first-round pick to Ducks for two picks

The Maple Leafs made a trade on Friday night. No, it didn’t involve Mitch Marner. Originally slated to pick No. 23 in the first round of the National Hockey League draft at the Sphere in Las Vegas, the Leafs traded the selection to the Anaheim Ducks. In return, the Leafs received No. 31 and No. 58 in the 2024 draft. With that 31st pick, the penultimate choice in the first round, the Leafs took Oshawa Generals defenceman Ben Danford. The...

Veteran Ellie Black leads Canadian gymnastics team into Paris Olympics

TORONTO — Ellie Black is heading to a fourth Summer Games as part of Canada's gymnastics team competing at the Paris Olympics.

NHL Notebook: Teams calling Flames about Nazem Kadri

The first round of the 2024 National Hockey League draft is quickly approaching. With that being said, the rumours are swirling, as teams are looking to move up, star players could be traded, and the Winnipeg Jets are doing things.

Steven Stamkos Heads to Free Agency, No Deal With Lightning

As per Pierre LeBrun: “From Stamkos’ agent Don Meehan, who tells me regarding his client: “He will be a free agent on July 1.” So would appear Stamkos

Craig Conroy has talked with other GMs about moving up and isn’t afraid to move draft capital for young players

The 2024 NHL Entry Draft is upon us, and teams are already gearing up for what is bound to be an exciting offseason and an exciting couple of days. Trades are being made, extensions are being signed, and most importantly, teams are jockeying for position by trading up for picks.

Switzerland vs. Italy expected lineups, starting 11, team news: Back three or back four for Azzurri boss Spalletti?

Italy and Switzerland are each winless in their past two Euro 2024 matches heading into the knockout stages but Murat Yakin's team appear to be in better form.

Seravalli: Evander Kane likely to return to Edmonton Oilers

DailyFaceoff’s Frank Seravalli made an appearance on Oilersnation Everyday Friday affternoon where he reported that it is unlikely that the Oilers trade Evander Kane.

Utah Hockey Club bringing back intriguing defenseman

The Utah Hockey Club will be keeping defenseman Michael Kesselring, who has shown intriguing flashes of talent early in his professional career.

Frank Bensel makes back-to-back holes-in-one at the U.S. Senior Open

NEWPORT, R.I. (AP) — The next round in Newport is on Frank Bensel — and make it a double.

Darnell Nurse the lone Oiler on Daily Faceoff’s latest Trade Targets list

For a number of weeks now, one member of the Edmonton Oilers has found their way on Daily Faceoff’s Trade Targets list: Darnell Nurse. The most recent one, as compiled by Frank Seravalli, had Nurse listed as No.

Instant Analysis: Canadiens Add Crucial Forwards In First Round

The first round of the 2024 NHL Entry Draft went well for the Montreal Canadiens, especially when you consider the glaring weakness they had heading into the festivities in Las Vegas.

Canada, U.S., Finland and Sweden announce first players for 4 Nations Face-Off

Led by Stanley Cup-winning coach Jon Cooper, Canada has revealed Connor McDavid, Nathan MacKinnon, Sidney Crosby, Brad Marchand, Brayden Point and Cale Makar as the first six players for the roster.

Ducks make surprise move by selecting Beckett Sennecke third overall

The Anaheim Ducks selected winger Beckett Sennecke from the OHL’s Oshawa Generals third-overall on Friday evening.

Auston Matthews on Mitch Marner: ‘All I’m going to say is we love Mitch’

Auston Matthews was in Las Vegas for the NHL Awards and caught up with the media before the NHL Draft. It’s clear that despite the tumultuous end to the season, Matthews will always have his friends’ back.

Oilers extend backup goalie, defenseman

The Oilers have extended a pair of depth players.

4 NHL teams who could be destinations for Oilers’ Jack Campbell

Jack Campbell’s days in Edmonton are numbered. After being sent down to the Bakersfield Condors in the AHL early last season, Campbell only returned to Edmonton to be a black ace in the playoffs.

Around the NHL: Nathan MacKinnon took home the Ted Lindsay and Hart, trades galore, and more!

A lot has happened since the latest Around the NHL. For starters, the 2024 Stanley Cup champion has been crowned, the Florida Panthers, and more importantly, not the Edmonton Oilers.

Canadiens acquire 21st overall pick from Kings in exchange for 26th, 56th and 198th picks

The Montreal Canadiens have acquired the 21st overall pick in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft from the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for the 26th pick, 56th pick and 198th pick.

Connor McDavid's honest Conn Smythe response demands new policy

Thanks to Matt Larkin for making a solid case for why the Conn Smythe Trophy should only be awarded to a member of the Stanley Cup-winning team.

Argentina coach Scaloni suspended from Copa America match vs. Peru for being repeatedly late

MIAMI GARDENS, Florida (AP) — Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has been suspended for one match and will miss his team's last Copa America group match against Peru on Saturday.

Can Max Domi’s Gift Change the Maple Leafs Plans?

Are the Toronto Maple Leafs actually going to score a deal for a contract they’d likely want to sign? It could be. Yesterday, Sportsnet NHL insider Elliotte Friedman reported that current Maple Leafs forward Max Domi has tried to give the team a gift by coming down in his asking price on a new contract.