Ekblad in a statement through the NHLPA said the news that he had failed a random drug test shocked him. … [Read more...] about Panthers’ Aaron Ekblad suspended 20 games for violating NHL’s performance-enhancing drug policy
Artyom Levshunov recalled by Chicago, could make NHL debut this week
Levshunov, a 19-year-old defenseman, has five goals and 17 assists in 50 games with Rockford of the American Hockey League. He missed the start of the season because of a fractured right foot. … [Read more...] about Artyom Levshunov recalled by Chicago, could make NHL debut this week
Ovechkin scores 886th career goal, nine shy of breaking Gretzky’s NHL record
It was Ovechkin’s league-leading eighth empty-netter of the season and 65th of his career, which is the most of any player in NHL history. … [Read more...] about Ovechkin scores 886th career goal, nine shy of breaking Gretzky’s NHL record
Blue Jackets sign Mathieu Olivier to a 6-year, $18 million contract extension
General manager Don Waddell has credited Mathieu Olivier with being a big part of the Blue Jackets exceeding expectations and contending for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. … [Read more...] about Blue Jackets sign Mathieu Olivier to a 6-year, $18 million contract extension
Alex Ovechkin gets 885th career goal to move nine away from tying Wayne Gretzky’s NHL record
Alex Ovechkin now has 46 goals in 76 career games against the Rangers. … [Read more...] about Alex Ovechkin gets 885th career goal to move nine away from tying Wayne Gretzky’s NHL record