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Major Red Wings HC decision shouldn't be a shocker

Major Red Wings HC decision shouldn't be a shocker

The Detroit Red Wings on Thursday fired head coach Derek Lalonde following a 13-17-4 start to the season, including a stretch of nine losses in their past 12 games. 

Four HCs that could be on hot seat
Did a Canadiens staffer decide to pull RW Patrik Laine from Monday's game?
Maple Leafs, Auston Matthews believed to have reached compromise on health
Chris Tanev turns heads with remarks about his time with Toronto
Leafs, Habs linked in 'rare' trade
Former assistant GM offers huge trade proposal involving Canucks' J.T. Miller
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Daily / December 26
Chris Tanev turns heads with remarks about time with Maple Leafs

Chris Tanev turns heads with remarks about time with Maple Leafs

Veteran defender Chris Tanev has made a bold statement about his time in Toronto and his feelings about his first season with the Maple Leafs organization.

John Tavares displays veteran leadership and character amid contract year
Maple Leafs, Auston Matthews believed to have reached compromise on his health
Who scored the most goals for every NHL franchise?
The '1961-64 Toronto Maple Leafs' quiz
Vancouver Canucks News / Blade of Steel / December 26
Former assistant GM offers trade proposal involving Canucks' Miller

Former assistant GM offers blockbuster trade proposal involving Canucks' J.T. Miller

A former assistant GM of the NHL has recently presented a blockbuster trade scenario involving Canucks' JT Miller in a massive three-way deal.

Canucks Christmas wishlist: Miller and Elias Pettersson producing together at the same time
Can Canucks overcome Pettersson and Miller beef for a playoff berth?
Canucks Christmas wishlist: More wins in front of the home fans
Who scored the most goals for every NHL franchise?
The 'NHL career points leaders' quiz
NHL News / Yardbarker / December 26
Four NHL head coaches that could be on the hot seat

Four NHL head coaches that could be on the hot seat

The NHL already had its fourth coaching change of the 2024-25 season on Thursday when the Detroit Red Wings fired Derek LaLonde and replaced him with Todd McLellan.

Major Red Wings HC decision shouldn't be a shocker
Who is the greatest head coach in every NHL team's history?
The '1,000 games player for NHL Original Six franchises' quiz
David Savard News / NHL Trade Talk / December 26
Maple Leafs and Canadiens linked in 'exceedingly rare' trade

Maple Leafs and Canadiens linked in 'exceedingly rare' trade

With the Leafs still trying to fine-tune their defense and the Canadiens eyeing the future, this rare deadline trade could benefit both sides despite the rivalry.

Who is the greatest head coach in every NHL team's history?
The '1976-77 Montreal Canadiens' quiz
Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / December 26
Canadiens' Mailloux is impacted by team's recent acquisition

Canadiens' Logan Mailloux is impacted by team's recent acquisition

A past transaction between the Montreal Canadiens and the Edmonton Oilers is making waves.

Patrik Laine receives unwanted welcome as Columbus return is cut short
What if Laine’s injury was the Canadiens hiding something else?
Who scored the most goals for every NHL franchise?
The '1976-77 Montreal Canadiens' quiz
Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / December 26
Did a Canadiens staffer decide to pull Laine from Monday's game?

Did a Canadiens staffer decide to pull Patrik Laine from Monday's game?

Let's just say that Monday night's game between the Montreal Canadiens and the Columbus Blue Jackets continues to spark discussion.

Laine receives unwanted welcome as Columbus return is cut short
What if Laine’s injury was the Canadiens hiding something else?
Who scored the most goals for every NHL franchise?
The '1976-77 Montreal Canadiens' quiz
New York Islanders News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 26
Islanders veteran expected to test free agency?

Islanders veteran expected to test free agency?

Are the Islanders set to lose a longstanding member of the team?

Lessons from Islanders’ season at the holiday break
The best possible fictional hockey team
The '1979-83 New York Islanders' quiz
Auston Matthews News / Maple Leafs Daily / December 25
Leafs, Matthews believed to have reached compromise on his health

Maple Leafs, Auston Matthews believed to have reached compromise on his health

In the first season of a four-year contract that made him the most expensive player in the NHL, 2024-25 hasn't gone as planned for the captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Maple Leafs MVP race: Who’s stepping up without Matthews?
Why good health is wealth for Toronto
Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman trying to get HC change approved
Scout reveals who the Canadiens must target at 2025 NHL Draft
Insider makes prediction on Rangers forward Matt Rempe after suspension
Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / December 25
Scout reveals who the Canadiens must target at 2025 NHL Draft

Scout reveals who the Canadiens must target at 2025 NHL Draft

The 2025 NHL Draft looks promising, and the Montreal Canadiens could benefit from a high pick. Among the top prospects, Quebec forward Caleb Desnoyers is making waves.

Patrik Laine receives unwanted welcome as Columbus return is cut short
Every Canadiens player’s Christmas wish list
Who scored the most goals for every NHL franchise?
The '1976-77 Montreal Canadiens' quiz
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / December 24
A Christmas present for all 32 NHL teams

A Christmas present for all 32 NHL teams

Last year, Daily Faceoff was nice enough to request gifts from Santa Claus on behalf of all 32 NHL teams, and lo and behold, some of them actually came!

Patrik Laine receives unwanted welcome as Columbus return is cut short
Insider makes prediction regarding Rangers' Matt Rempe following suspension
J.T. Miller breaks silence on 'troubling' relationship with Elias Pettersson
How worried should the Wild be after their recent performance?
PWHL power rankings
New York Rangers News / Blade of Steel / December 24
Insider makes prediction on Rangers' Rempe following suspension

Insider makes prediction regarding Rangers' Matt Rempe following suspension

The NHL suspended Matt Rempe for eight games after a dangerous hit on Miro Heiskanen, which prompted Elliotte Friedman to make a wild prediction about his fate.

Rangers’ Rempe suspended 8 games for elbowing/boarding
Why Rempe’s eight-game suspension made sense
Who scored the most goals for every NHL franchise?
The '1,000 games player for NHL Original Six franchises' quiz
NHL News / Yardbarker / December 24
Laine receives unwanted welcome as Columbus return is cut short

Patrik Laine receives unwanted welcome as Columbus return is cut short

Montreal Canadiens forward Patrik Laine and his former team, the Columbus Blue Jackets, likely aren't on each other's gift list.

Kirill Marchenko scores late winner to lift Blue Jackets over Canadiens
J.T. Miller breaks silence on 'troubling' relationship with Elias Pettersson
Is this Canucks star close to demanding trade out of toxic locker room?
Former 40-goal scorer may become available after being called out by HC
Trading Dylan Cozens won't solve Sabres' issues amid skid
Why Matt Rempe’s suspension made sense
Vancouver Canucks News / Canucks Daily / December 23
Miller breaks silence on 'troubling' relationship with Pettersson

J.T. Miller finally breaks silence on 'troubling' relationship with Elias Pettersson

J.T. Miller didn't hold back during his post-practice interview on Sunday, addressing the swirling rumors about his relationship with teammate Elias Pettersson head-on.

12 days (worth) of Miller and Pettersson trade proposals to keep you busy over the holidays
Canucks in the limelight with rift between stars leading to trade speculation
The best possible fictional hockey team
Detroit Red Wings News / NHL Trade Talk / December 26
Red Wings Report About Coaching Change False [Correction]

Red Wings Report About Coaching Change False [Correction]

Following the team’s disappointing 4-0 loss to the St. Louis Blues, with the holiday break giving GM Steve Yzerman some time to think it over, speculation is he’s ready to pull the plug on Derek Lalonde.

Red Wings place Simon Edvinsson on injured reserve with upper-body injury
Red Wings are broken at the break
The greatest close-but-not-quite dynasties in sports
The '1996-1998 Detroit Red Wings' quiz
NHL News / Yardbarker
The best performances by rookies in the NHL playoffs

The best performances by rookies in the NHL playoffs

The NHL Stanley Cup playoffs tend to bring out the best in young, or inexperienced, players. Especially rookies. Here's our list of the top single-season, rookie playoff moments in league history.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 23
Lighting announce injury update on one of their best young players 

Lighting announce injury update on one of their best young players 

The Tampa Bay Lightning have announced that forward Conor Geekie is listed as day-to-day with an upper-body injury.

Bruins F David Pastrnak suffers upper-body injury vs. Capitals
Predators forward placed on IR with lower-body injury
Red Wings place former sixth overall pick on IR
The most memorable defunct NHL teams
The '2003-04 Tampa Bay Lightning' quiz
Nashville Predators News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 23
Predators forward placed on IR with lower-body injury

Predators forward placed on IR with lower-body injury

The Nashville Predators have placed forward Cole Smith on injured reserve with a lower-body injury.

Hurricanes, Predators look to enter break on a high
Red Wings place former sixth overall pick on IR
Every Calder Trophy winner from the NHL expansion era
The 'NHL All-Star Game MVPs' quiz
Detroit Red Wings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 23
Red Wings place former sixth overall pick on IR

Red Wings place former sixth overall pick on IR

Prior to Monday's game, the Red Wings placed defenseman Simon Edvinsson on injured reserve due to an upper-body issue.

Penguins place former first-round pick on IR
Jets recall defenseman ahead of Maple Leafs matchup
Blue Jackets recall top defensive prospect for NHL debut
The best possible fictional hockey team
The '1996-1998 Detroit Red Wings' quiz
NHL News / Hockey Patrol / December 23
Former 40-goal scorer may become available after being called out by HC

Former 40-goal scorer may become available after being called out by HC

With the Maple Leafs needing to add some scoring depth, they could look West and try and acquire Jeff Skinner after his coach is starting to lose faith in him.

Awkward moment as Oilers’ coach talks Jeff Skinner’s limited role
Oilers and Skinner are proving to not be a good fit
Who scored the most goals for every NHL franchise?
The 'NHL active points leaders' quiz
Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 23
Trading Dylan Cozens won't solve Sabres' issues amid 13-game losing streak

Trading Dylan Cozens won't solve Sabres' issues amid 13-game losing streak

The Sabres are finding ways to hit new lows.

J.T. Miller breaks silence on 'troubling' relationship with Elias Pettersson
Is this Canucks star close to demanding trade out of toxic locker room?
Former 40-goal scorer may become available after being called out by HC
Why Matt Rempe’s suspension made sense
Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 23
Wild forward activated after nine-day absence with upper-body injury

Wild forward activated after nine-day absence with upper-body injury

The Wild will have winger Yakov Trenin’s services for Monday’s game against the Blackhawks.

Every Hart Trophy winner of the NHL's Expansion Era
The 'NHL Calder Trophy winners' quiz
Vancouver Canucks News / Oilers Daily / December 23
Canucks star close to demanding trade out of toxic locker room?

Canucks star close to demanding trade out of toxic locker room?

Vancouver Canucks stars Elias Pettersson and JT Miller have a very public rift between them, and now reports are surfacing that one player could force the team to make a decision.

J.T. Miller finally breaks silence on 'troubling' relationship with Elias Pettersson
12 days (worth) of Miller and Pettersson trade proposals to keep you busy over the holidays
Who scored the most goals for every NHL franchise?
The 'NHL career points leaders' quiz
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 23
Penguins place former first-round pick on IR

Penguins place former first-round pick on IR

The Pittsburgh Penguins have placed top prospect Owen Pickering on injured reserve with an upper-body injury..

Every Calder Trophy winner from the NHL expansion era
The '2008-09 Pittsburgh Penguins' quiz
New York Rangers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 22
Rangers' Matt Rempe suspended eight games after incident

Rangers' Matt Rempe suspended eight games after incident

He’ll still count against the active roster and the team’s salary cap during that time, reducing the Rangers’ flexibility for an extended period.

History shows that Rempe needs to get his game under control
Hurricanes' Jack Roslovic haunts Rangers with his tie-breaking winner
Maple Leafs eye immediate extension for this impressive forward
Kings request extension on conditioning loan for Arthur Kaliyev
Blue Jackets recall top defensive prospect for his NHL debut

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