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Justin Brazeau has reaped the rewards of playing with Malkin

Justin Brazeau has reaped the rewards of playing with MalkinThe 27-year-old signed a two-year deal with the Penguins ahead of the 2025-26 NHL season.

Former NHLer Evgeny Kuznetsov bails on KHL game midway through

Former NHLer Evgeny Kuznetsov bails on KHL game midway throughThe 33-year-old’s head coach refused to comment on the situation, but has previously spoken down to Kuztenov’s play.

Islanders’ Barzal to be a healthy scratch against Hurricanes on Oct. 30

Islanders’ Barzal to be a healthy scratch against Hurricanes on Oct. 30Head coach Patrick Roy said the center would be available for Friday night’s game against the Washington Capitals.

PWHL Vancouver sign Jobst-Smith, Brooks, Samoskevich ahead of inaugural season

PWHL Vancouver sign Jobst-Smith, Brooks, Samoskevich ahead of inaugural seasonPWHL Vancouver will face PWHL Seattle in their inaugural game on Nov. 21 at the Pacific Coliseum.

Can Sidney Crosby hit 2,000 points?

Can Sidney Crosby hit 2,000 points? Crosby could become the second player in NHL history to surpass 2,000 points if he continues playing into his 40s.

Avalanche sign Nielsen to two-year contract

Avalanche sign Nielsen to two-year contractNielsen helped push the Abbotsford Canucks to the 2025 Calder Cup championship before leaving the organization for Colorado.

Nick Schmaltz is off to an incredible start with Utah

Nick Schmaltz is off to an incredible start with Utah The 29-year-old has enjoyed a stellar start to the campaign in the final year of his current contract.

Alex Ovechkin plays 1,500th NHL game vs. Ottawa Senators

Alex Ovechkin plays 1,500th NHL game vs. Ottawa SenatorsOvechkin is looking to become the first NHL player to hit the 900-goal mark, and he could do it in his 1,500th regular season contest.

Penguins’ Caleb Jones to miss eight weeks with lower-body injury

Penguins’ Caleb Jones to miss eight weeks with lower-body injuryThe 28-year-old will be out of the Penguins lineup until after mid December, missing upwards of 20 games through the fall.

Vancouver, Seattle unveil jerseys for inaugural PWHL seasons

Vancouver, Seattle unveil jerseys for inaugural PWHL seasonsPWHL Vancouver and PWHL Seattle will drop the puck on their first seasons against each other on Nov. 21.