Phillip Scott+FollowRangers ice shines for 100th season at MSGMadison Square Garden just unveiled a stunning new ice sheet, complete with the Rangers’ 100th anniversary logo at center ice—setting the tone for a milestone season in New York hockey. While fans are buzzing about the fresh look and rookie camp kicking off soon, there’s also chatter about the team’s young talent missing out on top U23 rankings and new NHL salary cap rules shaking things up. With preseason just around the corner, everyone’s got opinions: Can the Rangers bounce back into playoff form, or will this centennial year bring more surprises? Let’s hear your take! #Sports #IceHockey #NYR00Share
Christopher Li+FollowShould the Pens Cash In on Rakell Now?Big news in the Burgh: Rickard Rakell, after a monster bounce-back season riding shotgun with Sid the Kid, is at the center of trade buzz again. Analyst Josh Wegman suggests the Penguins should embrace a full rebuild and ship Rakell to the Canucks for a young gun like Hoglander, a promising D-man, and a first-rounder. With Dubas calling the shots, is it time to sell high on Rakell, or should the Pens keep him for another run with Crosby and Rust? #Sports #IceHockey #Penguins00Share
Christopher Li+FollowMcDavid Tops NHL 26 Ratings—Rivalry Heats Up!EA Sports just dropped the NHL 26 ratings, and no surprise—Connor “McJesus” McDavid leads the way with a 97 OVR, flexing insane 98s in Passing, Speed, and Offensive Awareness. MacKinnon and Draisaitl trail close behind at 96 OVR, but it’s McDavid’s edge that keeps the Oilers-Avalanche rivalry burning. Any Avalanche fans think MacK deserves the top spot, or is McDavid’s dominance undisputed this year? #Sports #IceHockey #NHL2600Share
Jordan Leblanc+FollowPanthers’ LTIR Trick Gets Shut Down—New Era?Looks like the NHL finally closed the LTIR loophole that the Cats (and a few others) have been milking for deep playoff runs. After King Tkachuk’s injury opened up $9.5M in cap space for the Panthers, they loaded up for another Cup. But starting 2026, teams have to stay under the cap even in the playoffs. No more sneaky moves—will this end the Panthers’ dynasty dreams? #Sports #IceHockey #NHL00Share
William Morrow+FollowNHL Playoff Cap Shake-Up: No More LTIR Loopholes!Big news for puckheads: the NHL is fast-tracking the playoff salary cap, forcing teams to stay cap-compliant even in the postseason. Gone are the days of pulling a Lightning or Golden Knights—no more stashing stars on LTIR just to unleash them in the playoffs. This rule closes the loophole and levels the playing field, so GMs will need to get creative at the deadline. How do you think this will impact your team’s Cup chances? #Sports #IceHockey #NHL00Share
Sherri West+FollowWings Outmaneuver Sabres in Offseason MovesDetroit’s front office played it smart this summer, bringing in steady vets like JVR and John Gibson—the real prize of the offseason. While the Wings’ roster isn’t flashy, it’s a clear upgrade over Buffalo’s, especially with the Sabres’ top line looking unproven outside of Tage. The Norris and McLeod lines have upside, but Buffalo’s playoff hopes still hinge on too many “ifs.” Wings fans, are you feeling more confident than Sabres Nation right now? #Sports #IceHockey #RedWings00Share
William Morrow+FollowNHL Playoff Cap Crackdown: No More LTIR Tricks?Big news for puckheads: the NHL is finally closing the LTIR playoff loophole that let teams like the Bolts stash Kucherov and unleash him in the postseason. Starting with the 2026 Cup run, every playoff lineup has to be cap-compliant—no more salary cap magic tricks. Will this level the playing field, or just spark new cap gymnastics? Let’s hear your takes! #Sports #IceHockey #NHL00Share
david52+FollowKaprizov’s $112M deal could reshape the WildMinnesota fans, this is huge: Kirill Kaprizov is on track for a massive contract extension—potentially $112 million over eight years. NHL insiders say the Wild are determined to lock in their star before the season starts, even outpacing deals for other top players like Jack Eichel. Kaprizov’s scoring power has been a game-changer, and after missing half a season with injury, he still put up impressive numbers. Losing him isn’t an option if the Wild want to stay competitive. How do you feel about investing so much in one player? Is this the move that keeps Minnesota in the playoff hunt? #Sports #IceHockey #MinnesotaWild10Share
david52+FollowLarkin’s chase for Red Wings history heats upDylan Larkin is on the verge of making Red Wings history, and it’s happening right before our eyes. With another strong season, he’s set to break into the franchise’s top-10 all-time scorers, surpassing legends like Brendan Shanahan, Ted Lindsay, and Norm Ullman. Larkin’s consistency—especially his streak of 30-goal seasons—has made him a cornerstone for Detroit, and the chemistry with linemates like Lucas Raymond has only fueled his rise. What do you think Larkin’s legacy will mean for the next generation of Red Wings fans? Let’s talk about his impact and where he ranks among Detroit greats! #Sports #IceHockey #RedWings00Share
Phillip Scott+FollowBruins players step up as captain practices returnNo official captain? No problem for the Boston Bruins. Even without someone wearing the "C" this season, the team’s annual captain practices are back in full swing at Warrior Ice Arena. David Pastrnak and a healthy Charlie McAvoy are leading by example, drawing a huge turnout for the first skate. With most roster hopefuls showing up early, the energy is high and optimism is growing for the season ahead. Fans are buzzing—could this team’s unity and leadership by committee be exactly what the Bruins need for a fresh start? #Sports #IceHockey #BostonBruins00Share
