Longtime NHL forward Sam Gagner has confirmed his retirement and will join the Senators as their director of player development, the team announced. “Sam had an incredible career as a player and we look forward to launching his next chapter,” Ottawa general manager Steve Staios said. “A true character individual, Sam has contributed to the success of his organizations, both on … [Read more...] about Sam Gagner Confirms Retirement, Joins Senators’ Front Office
A Look Into Detroit’s Offseason Plans
To the dismay of Red Wings fans, the Original Six team set another franchise record this season by missing the Stanley Cup playoffs for a ninth consecutive season. Max Bultman of The Athletic summarized the Detroit Red Wings’ offseason plans, identifying players they are likely to part ways with this summer.In his list of ’possible farewells’, Bultman theorizes that Detroit … [Read more...] about A Look Into Detroit’s Offseason Plans
Phil Roberto Passes Away
In a sad announcement, the St. Louis Blues revealed that former player Phil Roberto has passed away at the age of 76. Roberto began his professional playing career with the Montreal Canadiens on December 17, 1969. Despite tallying only one assist in eight games during the 1969-70 season, Roberto increased his offense the following season, scoring 14 goals and 21 points in 39 … [Read more...] about Phil Roberto Passes Away
Red Wings Expect To Re-Sign Patrick Kane
In an unusual move for General Manager Steve Yzerman, who often keeps his plans private, he expressed his desire to retain a veteran player this offseason. During today’s end-of-season press conference, Yzerman clearly stated that he not only wants to re-sign Patrick Kane but also expects the Detroit Red Wings to do so this offseason.It’s a little surprising given that the … [Read more...] about Red Wings Expect To Re-Sign Patrick Kane
Valtteri Filppula Announces Retirement
16-year NHL veteran Valtteri Filppula has ended his playing career. Helsinki-based Jokerit of Finland’s second-tier league, Mestis, where he spent the 2024-25 campaign, made the announcement today. Filppula, 41, hasn’t played in the NHL since the 2020-21 campaign but remained steadily active overseas. After a strong three-year run in Switzerland with Genève-Servette HC of the … [Read more...] about Valtteri Filppula Announces Retirement