Here are the key storylines for the Edmonton Oilers and their schedule for the week ahead (Feb. 1–8, 2026), as the team heads into the Olympic break. Goaltending Controversy Heading into the Break The most immediate concern is the crease. In their recent 7–3 loss to the Minnesota Wild (Jan. 31), goaltender Tristan Jarry was…
Here are the key storylines for the New York Rangers and their upcoming schedule for the week of Feb. 1-8, 2026. Artemi Panarin’s Impending Exit The dominant story in New York is the official signal that the team is “retooling.” The most immediate impact is on superstar winger Artemi Panarin. Panarin has been held out…
The last time the NFL welcomed in 10 new head coaches was 2022, and four short years later, eight of those 10 have already been fired. So at least this year’s group of 10 can’t possibly be worse, right? Time will tell, of course. But for now, here’s the FOX Sports ranking of the 10…
As the NHL prepares to pause for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina (opening ceremony on Feb. 6), the New York Islanders are entering a critical final week of play. Currently sitting 3rd in the Metropolitan Division with a record of 30-20-5, every point matters before the league shuts down until late February. Here…
Sam Darnold has quarterbacked the Seattle Seahawks to the Super Bowl after leaving the Minnesota Vikings in the offseason, and Justin Jefferson can’t help but think what could’ve been if the quarterback remained in the Twin Cities for another year. In fact, the Vikings’ star wide receiver admitted in an interview with USA Today that…
The Chicago Blackhawks recalled defenseman Sam Rinzel from the Rockford IceHogs on Jan. 30 ahead of their game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. The move gave fellow rookie defenseman Artyom Levshunov a beneficial break, giving him “a chance to reset some foundational things,” according to head coach Jeff Blashill. Rinzel came back to the Blackhawks…
In terms of preseason betting odds, the Seattle Seahawks-New England Patriots matchup in Super Bowl LX is the most unlikely Super Bowl matchup ever — and someone close to one of the teams was able to cash off that stat. Patriots fullback Jack Westover’s sister placed a $5 bet on her brother’s team to take…
Here are the key storylines for the Chicago Blackhawks and their upcoming schedule for the week of Feb. 1-8, 2026. Final Push Before the Olympic Break The Blackhawks have a light schedule this week, playing only two games before the NHL pauses for the 2026 Winter Olympic break. This week is crucial for setting the…
The Winnipeg Jets find themselves at a critical juncture. With the playoffs fading from view and the trade deadline looming, the conversation has shifted from “buying” to “selling.” Here are the key storylines and their upcoming schedule for the week of Feb. 1-8, 2026. Approaching “Seller” Status With a record hovering below .500 and the…
Here are the key storylines and upcoming schedule for the week of Feb. 1-8, 2026 for the Washington Capitals. The Final Push Before the Olympic Break The biggest storyline for the Capitals this week is the impending NHL pause for the 2026 Winter Olympics. The league will shut down operations after the games on Feb….
