Sunday · October 25, 2026 Vol. I · No. 297
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Elon Musk invests about $1bn in David Ellison’s Skydance Putin says accustomed to Russia being blamed for all mortal sins including unrest in EU Bodleian updates its AI policy after Guardian exposé - The Oxford Student DeepSeek and MiniMax cleared to take AI models abroad, state media says Romantic breakups correspond with changes in sexual identity during adulthood Lights out: the island that goes dark to save young seabirds – in pictures Demand for UK government action 10 months after British man’s death in Grenada Sea cucumber–inspired gel could help heal damaged tissue in humans Elon Musk invests about $1bn in David Ellison’s Skydance Putin says accustomed to Russia being blamed for all mortal sins including unrest in EU Bodleian updates its AI policy after Guardian exposé - The Oxford Student DeepSeek and MiniMax cleared to take AI models abroad, state media says Romantic breakups correspond with changes in sexual identity during adulthood Lights out: the island that goes dark to save young seabirds – in pictures Demand for UK government action 10 months after British man’s death in Grenada Sea cucumber–inspired gel could help heal damaged tissue in humans

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Atlanta ‘Not Remotely Close’ To Application Phase For Expansion Team

Though a funding announcement was made by a group eyeing an Atlanta expansion team, they're not close to the application phase for expansion.

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What Storylines Should Be Showcased In A Potential Next Season Of FACEOFF: Inside The NHL?

Although the NHL has yet to confirm a new season of FACEOFF: Inside The NHL, there are several intriguing storylines the league could offer fans a behind-the-scenes look at.

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THW’s 2026-27 Fantasy Hockey Guide

With NHL games starting on Sept. 29, fantasy hockey season is right around the corner. Your draft is the most important team-building day you’ll have all year, so being prepared…

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Today in Hockey History: Sept. 5

Yesterday in Hockey History: Sept. 4 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Sept. 6 One of the most popular players to ever play on Broadway signed on for one more NHL season…

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Salary Cap Deep Dive: Toronto Maple Leafs

A closer look at the salary cap situation for the Toronto Maple Leafs for the 2026-27 season and beyond.

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Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Tanev, Brisson & Chayka’s Prospect Hunt

The Toronto Maple Leafs are getting close to training camp, which means the questions are starting to become a little more real. Who is healthy? Who isn’t? Who is going…

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Which Tri-State Area NHL Team Is Closest To Winning The Stanley Cup?

It was a disappointing 2025-26 season for all three Tri-State Area teams, but with rejuvenated rosters from the New Jersey Devils and the New York Rangers, and a possible infusion…

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Stars Hoping To Extend Jason Robertson During Season

The Dallas Stars were under the heat lamp in negotiations with leading scorer Jason Robertson this summer. With little cap space to sign the routine 40-goal scorer, Dallas stalled…

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Kraken’s 2025-26 Report Cards: Ryan Winterton

Last season, the Seattle Kraken had their best start ever, winning their first home opener in five seasons since they joined the league. The Kraken were primed to be in a playoff…

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NHL Rumours: Buium’s Extension, Leafs’ Tanev Healthy & RFA Holdouts

In today’s NHL rumour rundown, we start off by looking at the giant extension the Vancouver Canucks gave to Zeev Buium and the long-term bet they made. Next, veteran defenseman…

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Vancouver Canucks Handle Tidy Business And Set A Precedent With The Zeev Buium Extension

The Vancouver Canucks signed defenseman Zeev Buium to a lucrative contract extension on Friday, handling a tidy bit of business for an important player of their future, while sett…

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Comparing Connor McDavid & Connor Bedard’s Rookie Seasons

The future of the NHL has never looked brighter due to the increase in talent across the league. While generational talents Sidney Crosby, Patrick Kane, and Alexander Ovechkin can…

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What Happened to Roman Cechmanek?

Roman Cechmanek was one of these European players whose star rose as fast as declined. He was not a widely known draft pick, burst onto the scene in the NHL…

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Remembering Canadiens Legend Ken Dryden

The Montreal Canadiens and the team’s fans are all in mourning today as the legendary Ken Dryden passed away after a courageous battle with cancer at the age of 78.…

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3 Players to Watch at 2026-27 Capitals Rookie Camp

September in the NHL means media day, training camps, and prospects vying for a full-time roster spot with their teams. These hopeful newcomers showcase their skills and make a ca…

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The final hockey-less weekend countdown

This time next week the Penguins’ prospects will be in Detroit getting ready for their first game next Saturday, a soft launch of sorts for the 2026-27 season. At this time it doe…

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Hurricanes News & Rumors: Staff Promotions & Additions, New Hockey Network, & More

As we head into the first weekend of September, the first installment of Hurricanes News & Rumors will begin with the Carolina Hurricanes making a plethora of announcements this p…

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Canadiens’ 1st Round Draft Pick Success Under Kent Hughes

Since taking over as general manager of the Montreal Canadiens in January 2022, Kent Hughes has been tasked with overseeing one of the most important stretches of drafting in fran…

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New Jersey Devils 2026-27 Player Projections: Dawson Mercer

The New Jersey Devils are facing a ton of pressure heading into the 2026-27 season. They have a strong team, and last season, they crumbled and missed the postseason after a solid…

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Oilers 2026-27 Player Previews: Colton Dach

The 2026-27 season starts this month, so let’s continue our Edmonton Oilers player preview series. The last player we looked at was goaltender Frederik Andersen, and now we turn o…

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Utah Mammoth’s 2025-26 Report Cards: Miko Matikka

The Utah Mammoth’s 2025-26 season is officially over. The team finished with a 43-33-6 record, good enough to clinch the first wild card spot in the Western Conference. Despite a…

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5 Best Captains in St. Louis Blues History

Since joining the NHL in 1967, the St. Louis Blues have built a reputation on grit, a blue-collar work ethic, and fierce community loyalty. A key part of this identity…

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Saturday Florida Panthers Offseason Caterwaul

In Sportsnet’s One player who has to deliver for every Atlantic Division team writer Ryan Dixon tabbed Jacob Markstrom has the man who has to come through for the Florida Panthers…

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Phantoms Expectations: Noah Powell finds his game

The Phantoms have made some notable shifts in their projected roster for this season, adding an extra level of veteran support, but there will be no shortage of rookies still in t…