5 Western Conference 1st Round Picks Who Must Show They Can Stick in the NHL in 2026-27 – The Hockey Writers – NHL Prospects

Players drafted in the first round of the NHL draft are often expected to become quality pros, if not difference-makers. First-round picks have shaped NHL teams throughout history. They can transform an organization’s outlook and turn it into Stanley Cup contenders. The Montreal Canadiens hit on Ivan Demidov, Cole Caulfield, and Juraj Slafkovsky in the…

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7 Standout Players From Oilers Rookies’ 6-1 Win Over Flames Rookies – The Hockey Writers – Edmonton Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers took on the Calgary Flames in the Next Gen Showcase on Monday in an exhibition game at the Scotiabank Saddledome featuring players attending Rookie Camp. Edmonton won in a rout, defeating the Flames 6-1, with goals from Zach Bookman, Caden Harvey, Kyle Heger, Isaac Howard, Quinn Hutson, and Rhett Pitlick. Calgary’s lone…

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New York Rangers’ Prospect Ivan Patrikhayev Speaks on Development, Playoff Hockey, and Learning From the Best – The Hockey Writers – New York Rangers

After a strong rookie season with CSKA Moscow in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL), defenseman Ivan Patrikhayev was selected in the seventh round at the 2026 NHL Entry Draft with the 193rd overall pick. In this translated interview, originally appearing on KHL.ru, Patrikhayev talks about his development at CSKA, learning from Nikita Nesterov, his confrontation…

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Red Wings Name Shawn Horcoff Interim GM, Continue Search for Hockey Operations Lead – The Hockey Writers – Detroit Red Wings

On Tuesday, the Detroit Red Wings named Shawn Horcoff as the franchise’s interim general manager, elevating the longtime executive to succeed Steve Yzerman – at least temporarily. Horcoff, 47, joined the Red Wings in 2016 and has served as the assistant GM since 2022. He has also overseen the Grand Rapids Griffins since 2022, serving…

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