NCAA to make eligibility rules age-based across all sports, further complicating hockey’s evolving development pipeline
College sports are on the verge of major change once again, and it may significantly impact the development of men's ice hockey…
Gary Bettman admits to binging ‘Off Campus’, recognizes hockey romance series’ ‘great’ impact on league
Known "Heated Rivalry" enjoyer Gary Bettman shared during his annual pre-Stanley Cup Finals press conference that he has also recently binged its…
Gary Bettman, entering his 34th year as NHL commissioner, dismisses succession talk: ‘Reports of my demise are greatly exaggerated’
Gary Bettman turned 74 years old on Tuesday and celebrated his birthday the best way possible: with a press conference. During his…
Evgeny Kuznetsov takes photo with NHL commissioner Gary Bettman: ‘Grandpa asked for a photo, I couldn’t say no!’
Evgeny Kuznetsov is at Lenovo Center for Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights,…
NHL and NHLPA announce major changes to 2027 All-Star Game format, will now include international 3-on-3 tournament and youth skills
The 2027 NHL All-Star Weekend is going to look like no other All-Star event before it. During a pre-2026 Stanley Cup Final…
Ted Leonsis would like to host NHL and NBA All-Star games at Capital One Arena after completing renovations
Capital One Arena is currently undergoing an $800 million, multi-phase renovation process to modernize and upgrade athlete facilities, the building’s exterior, concourses,…
NHL announces 2028 World Cup of Hockey, leaves open possibility for Russia to participate
The 2028 World Cup of Hockey was officially announced on Monday. At a joint NHL/NHLPA press conference, commissioner Gary Bettman revealed that…
Gary Bettman on if Capitals might be in line for an All-Star Game or NHL Draft after Capital One Arena renovations are completed: ‘Yeah, absolutely’
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman attended the Washington Capitals vs San Jose Sharks game on Friday night after spending his afternoon at The…
Alex Ovechkin would go back to his old mirror-tinted visor if the NHL let him, still bitter about change spurred on by Martin Brodeur
Not only did Alex Ovechkin's skill draw fans' attention when he first arrived in the league, but so did his style. The…
Alex Ovechkin on the NHL ending skate tests and dress codes in the new CBA: ‘Attaboy, Gary’
From losing his tinted visor to dealing with escrow payments, Alex Ovechkin has had plenty of reasons to feel nickel-and-dimed by the…
NHL and NHLPA agree on key parts of new CBA, including 84-game schedule, shorter max contracts, playoff salary cap, and full-time EBUGs
The NHL and NHLPA appear ready to announce the new framework of the league's collective bargaining agreement as soon as Friday. The…
NHL and NHLPA reportedly negotiating 84-game season into new CBA, shortening preseason to compensate
The NHL's Board of Governors convened on Wednesday for one of their biannual meetings, with the league and the NHLPA still engaged…
NHL honors Alex Ovechkin’s 895th career goal with on-ice ceremony
Alex Ovechkin's 895th career goal, passing Wayne Gretzky for most in NHL history, was literally a show-stopping moment. Immediately after the Capitals' captain…
Gary Bettman attends Capitals-Hurricanes game with Alex Ovechkin nearing all-time goals record
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman has officially hit the road with Alex Ovechkin closing in on hockey immortality. A day after Ovechkin scored…
Gary Bettman and NHLPA head Marty Walsh remain positive about future CBA talks: ‘We’re going to get to where we’re going’
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman and executive director of the NHLPA Marty Walsh were center stage ahead of the league's opening game of…
Gary Bettman says he and Wayne Gretzky will likely start following Capitals when Alex Ovechkin is five goals from all-time record
Wayne Gretzky has previously stated his desire to travel with the Washington Capitals once Alex Ovechkin gets closer to the all-time goals…
NHLPA forms CTE Advisory Committee
Marty Walsh, the NHLPA's executive director, announced at the annual gala for the Concussion Legacy Foundation that the players' union had formed…
NHL salary cap could increase to $92.5 million next season, CBA talks set to involve schedule changes
The NHL's Board of Governors met on Tuesday to discuss league business, including expectations regarding upcoming CBA negotiations. Gary Bettman revealed that…
NHLPA director critical of Arizona Coyotes ownership as he encourages franchise relocation: ‘This is not the way to run a business’
At the most recent Board of Governors meetings in early December, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman reportedly set a January 2024 deadline for the…
Gary Bettman comments on Washington Capitals’ potential relocation to Northern Virginia
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman made an appearance on ESPN during the second intermission of St. Louis Blues-Detroit Red Wings game, Tuesday night.…
