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Bedard earns assist in NHL debut as Blackhawks beat Crosby, Penguins 4-2

Bedard earns assist in NHL debut as Blackhawks beat Crosby, Penguins 4-2

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Connor Bedard skated into the faceoff circle, saw one of his idols standing across from him and tried to soak in the moment. That really was Sidney Crosby within arm's reach.
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Paul nets 2 power-play goals as Lightning edge Predators 5-3

Paul nets 2 power-play goals as Lightning edge Predators 5-3

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Hellebuyck, Scheifele set on winning Stanley Cup with Jets: 'We're together on this'

Hellebuyck, Scheifele set on winning Stanley Cup with Jets: 'We're together on this'

WINNIPEG — Connor Hellebuyck and Mark Scheifele hope their new contracts show their teammates and fans how much they believe in the Winnipeg Jets.
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Barry Melrose retiring as ESPN's longtime hockey analyst after Parkinson's disease diagnosis

Barry Melrose retiring as ESPN's longtime hockey analyst after Parkinson's disease diagnosis

Former NHL player and coach Barry Melrose is stepping away from his career as one of hockey’s most recognized analysts after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, ESPN announced on Tuesday.
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Toronto Maple Leafs sign forward Noah Gregor to one-year contract

Toronto Maple Leafs sign forward Noah Gregor to one-year contract

TORONTO — The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed forward Noah Gregor to a one-year contract worth US$775,000. The 25-year-old Gregor spent parts of four seasons with the San Jose Sharks, accumulating 51 points (26 goals, 25 assists) in 178 games.
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NHL issues updated theme night guidance, which includes a ban on players using Pride tape on the ice

NHL issues updated theme night guidance, which includes a ban on players using Pride tape on the ice

The NHL sent a memo to teams last week clarifying what players can and cannot do as part of theme celebrations this season, including a ban on the use of rainbow-coloured stick tape for the Pride nights that have become a hot-button issue in hockey.
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Edmonton Oilers sign defenceman Beau Akey to three-year, entry-level deal

Edmonton Oilers sign defenceman Beau Akey to three-year, entry-level deal

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers have signed defenceman Beau Akey to a three-year, entry-level contract, the team announced Tuesday. Akey was selected in the second round, 56th overall, in the 2023 NHL draft.
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A look at Toronto's Scotiabank Arena as it undergoes a $350-million-plus facelift

A look at Toronto's Scotiabank Arena as it undergoes a $350-million-plus facelift

TORONTO — A look at Scotiabank Arena, which is undergoing more than $350 million in renovations: BEGINNINGS: The arena, which covers 665,000 square feet and six floors, opened in February 1999 as the Air Canada Centre and was renamed Scotiabank Arena
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Should NHL refs speak to the media? Players weigh in: 'Get it from the horse's mouth'

Should NHL refs speak to the media? Players weigh in: 'Get it from the horse's mouth'

Leon Draisaitl has left the rink frustrated by a call more than once. The Edmonton Oilers star might get an explanation from a referee or linesman on the ice. That doesn't mean Draisaitl is in agreement.
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MLSE offers first peek at more than $350 million in Scotiabank Arena renovations

MLSE offers first peek at more than $350 million in Scotiabank Arena renovations

TORONTO — As Scotiabank Arena approaches its 25th anniversary in February, the downtown venue is undergoing renovations worth more than $350 million.
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