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Glenn Hall, a Hockey Hall of Famer whose streak of 502 starts as a goaltender remains an NHL record, has died. He was 94. A spokesperson for the Chicago Blackhawks confirmed the team received word of Hall's death from his family. A league historian in touch with Hall's son, Pat, said Hall died at a hospital in Stony Plain, Alberta, on Wednesday.

A relentless competition and respected leader, Bob wore the Blue and White with pride and left a lasting mark on the franchise. Only ten players in Maple Leafs history scored more goals than Bob, and his impact extended far beyond the scoresheet. Renowned for his intelligence, tenacity and forechecking, Bob played a vital role in Stanley Cup championships in 1962, 1963, 1964 and 1967 - including the Game Three double-overtime game-winner in the 1967 Final.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- Matthew Tkachuk is back on the ice with the Florida Panthers, appearing at practice on Sunday for the first time this season and more than four months after he had surgery to repair a sports hernia and torn adductor muscle. Tkachuk has not played since Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final, when the Panthers clinched their second consecutive title by again topping the Edmonton Oilers. He went through the summer trying to rehab - but eventually decided that he needed the surgery.

It became harder and harder physically,

Everyone thinks that I'm this nice, happy guy... but I also have a dark side,

Hockey careers are strange beasts. Some burn bright and fade quietly. Others, like Dustin Penner's, explode in flashes of brilliance and then implode in ways that leave you shaking your head. Born in Winkler, Manitoba, Penner wasn't the most heralded prospect coming out of the University of Maine or the American Hockey League, but he had the size-6-foot-4, 247 pounds-and the sneaky skill that makes a power forward dangerous. Related: NHL Rumors: McTavish Trade, Draisaitl Theory & Luke Hughes Done? Anaheim got a glimpse of

A look at current NHL award and Stanley Cup odds reveals that sportsbooks see Marner as just as vital to Toronto's past success as Auston Matthews, if not more. With Vegas now carrying stronger Cup odds than the Leafs, and Marner getting equal or better odds in some major award categories, the betting markets are quietly suggesting one thing: the Maple Leafs may be heading for a step back without him.

The infamous Fisherman logo trauma lasted a mere two seasons on Long Island, leading to its quick abandonment and strong fan reactions, both negative and nostalgic.

The Capitals may face regression following their breakout 2024-25 season, raising questions about sustained performance and adaptation to competitive pressures in the league.

EA Sports has named Florida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk as the cover athlete for NHL 26, marking a significant recognition for the player and franchise.

The Colorado Avalanche go into the 2025-26 season with high expectations after making the playoffs for eight consecutive seasons, holding one Stanley Cup title.

"It's special, obviously, just from my time here as a player, from all that we went through that year, obviously winning at the end of the year. I haven't been back since."

Bennett's contract extension reinforces his role as a pivotal player for the Panthers and highlights his blend of skill and physicality, crucial for the team.

The 2023 NBA Finals were bittersweet for the Indiana Pacers, who faced an unsatisfying underdog ending, compounded by Tyrese Haliburton's injury during crucial games.