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NHL and NHLPA are now planning to hold a scaled-down World Cup of Hockey in February 2025

NHL and NHLPA are now planning to hold a scaled-down World Cup of Hockey in February 2025

HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — If a World Cup of Hockey materializes in the near future, it won't be a traditional international tournament like the Olympics.
New Blue Jackets coach Mike Babcock blasts report suggesting he was invading his players' privacy

New Blue Jackets coach Mike Babcock blasts report suggesting he was invading his players' privacy

New Columbus Blue Jackets coach Mike Babcock said Tuesday he had done nothing wrong in asking players to show him photos off their phones, clarifying he was trying to get to know them after a report emerged criticizing him for invasion of privacy.
Jets make centre Adam Lowry new captain, third to wear 'C' in Winnipeg history

Jets make centre Adam Lowry new captain, third to wear 'C' in Winnipeg history

WINNIPEG — The pride in Adam Lowry's voice was evident after being named captain of the Winnipeg Jets on Tuesday. Lowry is the third Jets captain since the team moved from Atlanta in 2011.
Oilers sign forward Adam Erne to professional tryout agreement

Oilers sign forward Adam Erne to professional tryout agreement

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers have signed forward Adam Erne to a professional tryout agreement. Erne produced eight goals and 10 assists in 61 games with the Detroit Red Wings last season. He spent four seasons in Detroit.
Avalanche agree to terms with forward Tomas Tatar on a 1-year contract

Avalanche agree to terms with forward Tomas Tatar on a 1-year contract

DENVER (AP) — The Colorado Avalanche agreed to terms Tuesday with forward Tomas Tatar on a one-year contract worth $1.5 million. Tatar, 32, was considered among the top NHL free agents still available late in the offseason.
Defenseman Torey Krug injured his right foot while training for the coming season, Blues say

Defenseman Torey Krug injured his right foot while training for the coming season, Blues say

ST. LOUIS (AP) — St. Louis Blues defenseman Torey Krug injured his right foot while training for the coming NHL season, general manager Doug Armstrong announced Tuesday.
Canucks name defenceman Quinn Hughes 15th captain in franchise history

Canucks name defenceman Quinn Hughes 15th captain in franchise history

VANCOUVER — Quinn Hughes knows he may be discounted because of his age, but the Vancouver Canucks' newest captain is determined to show his worth as a leader. The Canucks named the defenceman as their 15th captain in franchise history.
Senators promote Ben Sexton to join D.J. Smith's staff as assistant coach

Senators promote Ben Sexton to join D.J. Smith's staff as assistant coach

Ottawa Senators head coach D.J. Smith has a new assistant on his staff. Ben Sexton has been promoted from American Hockey League affiliate Belleville Senators to join Smith's staff.
Defenceman Matheson named assistant captain of Montreal Canadiens

Defenceman Matheson named assistant captain of Montreal Canadiens

LAVAL-SUR-LE-LAC, Que. — Defenceman Mike Matheson has been named an assistant captain of the Montreal Canadiens, the team announced Monday. The club said the decision was made by the Canadiens' management team.
Lightning terminating contract of Josh Archibald, sign F Tyler Motte to replace him

Lightning terminating contract of Josh Archibald, sign F Tyler Motte to replace him

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Lightning terminated the contract of veteran forward Josh Archibald on Saturday after the offseason acquisition told the team he was taking time off from hockey.