Jeff Skinner becomes the third player to have his contract bought out by Buffalo over a 13-season playoff drought, joining Ville Leino and Christian Ehrhoff. … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres buy out the final three years of forward Jeff Skinner’s 8-year, $72 million contract
NHL reinstates Bowman, Quenneville after being banned for their role in Blackhawks assault scandal
The NHL lifted its ban on longtime coach Joel Quenneville and executives Stan Bowman and Al MacIsaac on Monday. … [Read more...] about NHL reinstates Bowman, Quenneville after being banned for their role in Blackhawks assault scandal
Patrick Kane re-signs with the Detroit Red Wings on a 1-year deal
Patrick Kane is entering his 17th professional season. … [Read more...] about Patrick Kane re-signs with the Detroit Red Wings on a 1-year deal
Report: Sam Reinhart agrees to 8-year, $69 million deal to stay with Cup champion Panthers
Sam Reinhart missed the Florida Panthers’ championship parade. He won’t miss their attempt to defend the title next season. … [Read more...] about Report: Sam Reinhart agrees to 8-year, $69 million deal to stay with Cup champion Panthers
Colorado’s Nathan MacKinnon wins Hart and Lindsay awards as the NHL’s top player
MacKinnon had a career-high 140 points this season to win both awards for the first time. He opened the season with a 35-game point streak at home, second all-time only to Wayne Gretzky. … [Read more...] about Colorado’s Nathan MacKinnon wins Hart and Lindsay awards as the NHL’s top player