Washington Capitals’ 3 Worst Contracts Entering 2026-27 – The Hockey Writers – Washington Capitals

Among the Washington Capitals’ worst deals entering the 2026-27 season are two new free-agent contracts and Pierre-Luc Dubois’ extension signed in 2023. Players who reach free agency are paid a premium to take their skills to a new team, so these two were not surprising. Alex Tuch and Boone Jenner were handsomely rewarded for their…

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NHL’s 10 Worst Contracts From the Salary Cap Era – The Hockey Writers – Rankings and Lists

10.) Alexander Semin, Carolina Hurricanes – 5 Years, $35 Million (2013) 9.) Darnell Nurse, Edmonton Oilers – 8 Years, $74 Million (2021) 8.) Zach Parise/Ryan Suter, Minnesota Wild – 13 Years, $98 Million (2012) 7.) Jonathan Huberdeau, Calgary Flames – 8 Years, $84 Million (2022) 6.) Scott Gomez, New York Rangers – 7 Years, $51.5…

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NHL Rumors: Oilers on Formenton, Hellebuyck Deadline, Hughes Finally Talks – The Hockey Writers – NHL Rumors

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Edmonton Oilers’ decision to sign Alex Formenton has generated plenty of reaction, including surprise from one insider that a Canadian team was willing to bring him back into the NHL. The Winnipeg Jets appear to be facing an increasingly difficult situation with Connor Hellebuyck, while Quinn Hughes finally spoke…

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3 Maple Leafs’ Goalies Who Slipped Through the Cracks – The Hockey Writers – Toronto Maple Leafs

With the Toronto Maple Leafs, playing goal isn’t just another job—it’s a full-blown test of patience, skill, and mental toughness. The spotlight here isn’t forgiving, and the crease has often felt like a revolving door. Some goalies survive it, a few thrive in it, but plenty of others barely get the chance. What makes it…

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