The 23-year-old Laferriere had 19 goals and 23 assists last year for the Kings, emerging as a dependable scorer in only his second NHL season. He largely played on the right wing alongside Quinton Byfield and Kevin Fiala. … [Read more...] about Alex Laferriere agrees to three-year, $12.3 million contract to stay with Kings
Buffalo Sabres home arena to remain KeyBank Center after reaching 10-year naming rights extension
The arena is undergoing a series of long-needed renovations since first opening in 1996. Last year, the Sabres replaced the roof and installed a new video scoreboard over center ice. The next series of renovations are expected to address upgrading the seats and fan amenities. … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres home arena to remain KeyBank Center after reaching 10-year naming rights extension
Longtime Capitals center Backstrom is resuming his hockey career with Brynas IF in Sweden
Nicklas Backstrom is resuming his hockey career back in his native Sweden with Brynas IF after missing all of last NHL season because of a nagging hip injury. … [Read more...] about Longtime Capitals center Backstrom is resuming his hockey career with Brynas IF in Sweden
Sabres avoid arbitration by signing defenseman Connor Timmins to 2-year, $4.4 million contract
The Buffalo Sabres avoided a salary arbitration hearing with Conor Timmins by signing the newly acquired defenseman to a two-year, $4.4 million contract on Sunday. … [Read more...] about Sabres avoid arbitration by signing defenseman Connor Timmins to 2-year, $4.4 million contract
Hockey Canada sexual assault trial judge says onus of proof for the charges has not been met
A Superior Court Justice said prosecutors could not meet the onus of proof for the charges against Michael McLeod, Carter Hart, Alex Formenton, Dillon Dube and Callan Foote. … [Read more...] about Hockey Canada sexual assault trial judge says onus of proof for the charges has not been met