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Nylander provides perspective on loyalty in sports at SPORT BEACH

Joined alongside some of the world’s top business executives, William Nylander headed to SPORT BEACH in Cannes, France, this summer to share his perspective on loyalty in sport.

Chris LomonAug 7, 2026 • 3 min read

Player Features

Okposo brings home another championship – this time as a coach

From a U10 player to coach, Kyle Okpsoso recalls his experience behind the bench at the Brick Invitational with his son, Odin.

Chris LomonJul 17, 2026 • 5 min read

Player Features

Former minor hockey teammates Walker and Ambrose celebrate parallel championships

Erin Ambrose and Sean Walker are used to winning together as former minor hockey teammates, and can now celebrate parallel success this season in their respective leagues.

Chris LomonJun 25, 2026 • 5 min read

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Pittsburgh Penguins sign 23-year-old forward Ville Koivunen to an eight-year deal

The Pittsburgh Penguins made a significant investment in their future on Thursday, signing forward Ville Koivunen to an eight-year contract worth $4 million annually.

The Canadian PressAug 6, 2026 • 1 min read

The Sharks re-sign F Collin Graf to a 3-year, $12.75M contract

The San Jose Sharks re-signed forward Collin Graf to a three-year, $12.75 million contract on Friday.

The Canadian PressJul 31, 2026 • 1 min read

Penguins sign veteran forward Tommy Novak to a 3-year contract extension

The Pittsburgh Penguins signed dependable forward Tommy Novak to a three-year contract extension on Friday. The deal, which begins during the 2027-28 season, carries an average annual value of $4.65 million.

The Canadian PressJul 31, 2026 • 1 min read

Macklin Celebrini gets 5-year, $94M extension from the Sharks in the NHL's richest deal ever

San Jose Sharks superstar Macklin Celebrini signed a five-year, $94 million extension Wednesday that will make him the highest-paid player in the NHL.

The Canadian PressJul 29, 2026 • 4 min read

Cole Sillinger avoids arbitration, agrees to 3-year, $13.8M deal with Blue Jackets

The Columbus Blue Jackets avoided arbitration by reaching an agreement to sign forward Cole Sillinger to a three-year, $13.875 million contract, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Friday.

The Canadian PressJul 24, 2026 • 2 min read

Patrick Kane rejoins the Chicago Blackhawks, agreeing to a $16 million, 2-year contract

Patrick Kane has rejoined the Chicago Blackhawks, agreeing to a $16 million, two-year contract with his first NHL team.

The Canadian PressJul 23, 2026 • 3 min read

Blue Jackets sign goaltender Jet Greaves to $15 million, 3-year deal through the 2028-29 season

The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed goaltender Jet Greaves to a three-year, $15 million contract through the 2028-29 season.

The Canadian PressJul 23, 2026 • 1 min read

Jason Robertson signs $12 million deal with Dallas Stars to avoid arbitration hearing

Jason Robertson and the Dallas Stars will avoid a salary arbitration hearing after the high-scoring forward signed a $12 million contract for next season.

The Canadian PressJul 22, 2026 • 2 min read

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