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Jacob Fowler’s outdoor win and NHL weekly honor changed the goalie conversation in Montreal. Examine the evidence, the defensive workload and the decisions still ahead.
The Devils acquired Connor Hellebuyck on October 23. Examine Winnipeg’s six-asset return, New Jersey’s goaltending plan and the next steps before his first start.
Revisit the Blue Jackets’ 2025 outdoor game at Ohio Stadium, see how the rink changed the view and understand the Horseshoe’s Ohio State football identity.
The defending champions have a specific trade question around Alexander Nikishin. See how Carolina's defense, goalies and developing forwards affect the next move.
The Rangers changed their scoring, defense and prospect pool before 2026-27. See how those completed moves shape the next trade and the goalie decision.
Minnesota's trade decisions connect Quinn Hughes' future, center depth and the price of veteran help. Separate reported possibilities from completed 2026 moves.
New Jersey reshaped its forwards and goaltending before 2026-27. Understand the confirmed deals, the price paid in draft picks and what would justify another trade.
The nine-game trial is a contract-year threshold, not a limit on how long a rookie can stay. Here is who qualifies and what the tenth NHL game changes.
Icing concerns a long puck clearance; offside concerns entry into the attacking zone. This NHL guide explains the lines, exceptions and consequences.
A fan's guide to regular NHL waivers: the claim-or-clear process, contract misconceptions, recall thresholds and how to interpret an official transaction.