Kirill Kaprizov's long-term extension with the Minnesota Wild set a new benchmark in a few ways for this year's pending UFAs, and those to come in years ahead.
The Buffalo Sabres have the longest playoff drought in the NHL, but have hope they can get in the race this season. How is this year's team shaping up?
During this rare quiet part of the NHL's calendar, Rory Boylen takes a look at where all of the 32 teams stand, what the buzz is around them and what to keep an eye on over the next two months.
With the first round of the NHL Draft complete, look back at how the events unfolded and read about the best prospects still available before Round 2 gets going on Saturday.
As each conference final nears a close, the four teams eliminated in Round 2 have started planning for the off-season. Rory Boylen examines one pressing question facing each franchise this summer.
Despite recent dominance, the Edmonton Oilers and Vegas Golden Knights are set for just their second-ever playoff meeting. Sportsnet's Rory Boylen previews the battle for the Pacific Division title.
With the NHL season winding down, it's our last opportunity to have a look back at what unfolded in 2024-25.
Rory Boylen looks at four players who surprised us with how they broke out and took a step forward.
The 2025 NHL trade deadline has come and gone, so now the race for the playoffs is fully on. Rory Boylen looks at some questions that linger after last week's deadline day.