The Toronto Maple Leafs are getting close to training camp, which means the questions are starting to become a little more real. Who is healthy? Who isn’t? Who is going to make the roster? Perhaps most importantly, which players does new general manager (GM) John Chayka believe can help this team when the season gets…
Yesterday in Hockey History: Sept. 4 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Sept. 6 One of the most popular players to ever play on Broadway signed on for one more NHL season on this date. Also, the Pittsburgh Penguins added a huge piece to their recent championship success. Let’s hop aboard the THW time machine to revisit…
With NHL games starting on Sept. 29, fantasy hockey season is right around the corner. Your draft is the most important team-building day you’ll have all year, so being prepared gives you a leg up on your league-mates. Your typical points league has a decent amount of strategy, but categories leagues—where each stat is weighted…
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Ottawa Senators appear to have moved on from the idea of signing Patrik Laine. Meanwhile, the Toronto Maple Leafs have reached the 50-contract limit after signing Brendan Brisson, potentially setting the stage for another move. Finally, Dylan Larkin’s trade market could be getting more complicated after a report indicated…
Earlier this week, we looked at nine NHLers who are due to bounce back after tough 2025-26 seasons. Today, let’s look at eight NHLers coming off career seasons who could regress in 2026-27. Dan Vladar Goalies are difficult enough to predict from year to year. You never know what you’re going to get, but Dan…
The Arizona Diamondbacks visit the Houston Astros on Saturday, September 5, 2026 at 7:15 p.m. ET from Daikin Park, Houston, TX. The Houston Astros enter at 73-69 (.514), while the Arizona Diamondbacks sit at 74-68 (.521). Ethan Pecko (1-0, 6.23 ERA) takes the mound for the Astros, while Brandon Pfaadt (7-2, 3.49 ERA) starts for…
Cavan Sullivan scored in a third straight match to become the first teenager with a goal contribution in five straight and the Philadelphia Union beat CF Montreal 2-0 on Saturday night to extend their unbeaten streak to eight. The 16-year-old Sullivan added an insurance goal — unassisted in the 75th minute for his fourth netter…
The Connor Hellebuyck trade speculation has been running wild since his surprise trade request became public recently, with fans wondering which contending team will end up landing him. Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck (James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images) There are several solid fits for Hellebuyck around the league, including the San Jose Sharks, Utah Mammoth, and…
The New York Yankees visit the San Diego Padres on Saturday, September 5, 2026 at 4:15 p.m. PT from Petco Park, San Diego, CA. The Yankees enter at 80-61 (.567), while the Padres sit at 74-67 (.525). Robbie Ray (11-7, 3.14 ERA in 149 innings) takes the mound for the Padres, opposed by Carlos Rodón…
Boston Bruins general manager (GM) Don Sweeney may be on the receiving end of criticism from the fanbase on a regular basis, and some of it is deserved. When it comes to prioritizing veterans over prospects who are NHL-ready and refusing to rebuild when it’s time, he’s failed there too. 2026-27 looks to be a…
