The rebuilding Chicago Blackhawks are counting on Spencer Knight to become their long-term starter after signing the goalie to a three-year, $17.5 million contract extension on Saturday. … [Read more...] about Blackhawks solidify goaltending future, sign Spencer Knight to extension
Retiring goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury to suit up for Pittsburgh Penguins in preseason game
The veteran goaltender, who officially retired last spring following a 21-year career, signed a professional tryout contract with the Penguins on Friday and is going to suit up for the club during Pittsburgh’s exhibition game against Columbus on Sept. 27. … [Read more...] about Retiring goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury to suit up for Pittsburgh Penguins in preseason game
NHL CBA establishes $4 million annual fund for retired players’ health care, wellness
Beyond the noticeable changes in the new NHL collective bargaining agreement like expanding the regular season to 84 games and implementing a playoff salary cap is an investment in caring for former players that has not existed until now. … [Read more...] about NHL CBA establishes $4 million annual fund for retired players’ health care, wellness
Quinn and Jack Hughes acknowledge they’d like to play together in the NHL
Both acknowledge their contract status and other factors could affect the trajectory of their careers. … [Read more...] about Quinn and Jack Hughes acknowledge they’d like to play together in the NHL
Sidney Crosby understands why trade talk surrounds him as the Penguins keep losing
Going into another season at age 38 with little realistic hope of the team contending, the three-time Stanley Cup champion acknowledged the rumors are now part of his reality, even if he’d rather they not be. … [Read more...] about Sidney Crosby understands why trade talk surrounds him as the Penguins keep losing