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‘Talks have re-opened for Wembley’: Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua being reconsidered for UK, says Ed… Microsoft says some users can’t open the Teams desktop client Nintendo’s next two Direct events are both happening next week Russia is shutting down the Goethe-Institut. For many Russians, it was their gateway to Germany. An activity-based probe library for identifying protein function Brainless sea sponges use sunset to prepare for metamorphosis—and attach in 30 minutes Kazakhstan stabilizes oil output following CPC pipeline disruptions, minister says Kiev panics, fearing imminent defeat — Russian SVR chief ‘Talks have re-opened for Wembley’: Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua being reconsidered for UK, says Ed… Microsoft says some users can’t open the Teams desktop client Nintendo’s next two Direct events are both happening next week Russia is shutting down the Goethe-Institut. For many Russians, it was their gateway to Germany. An activity-based probe library for identifying protein function Brainless sea sponges use sunset to prepare for metamorphosis—and attach in 30 minutes Kazakhstan stabilizes oil output following CPC pipeline disruptions, minister says Kiev panics, fearing imminent defeat — Russian SVR chief

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St. Louis Blues Announce New Leadership Group

The St. Louis Blues didn’t wait too long to name its next captain. According to a team announcement, the Blues have center Robert Thomas captain ahead of the 2026-27 season. Addit…

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Blue Jackets Hockey Network Breakdown: Prime Video, OTA Games and What’s Confirmed

A long awaited piece of news for Columbus Blue Jackets‘ fans is finally here. We now know the framework for how in-market viewers will watch the team this season. On…

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Rangers Get Great Value in Eeli Tolvanen Contract

The New York Rangers have acquired several important players this offseason, including defensemen Sean Durzi and Marcus Pettersson, forwards Pavel Dorofeyev and Oliver Bjorkstrand…

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St. Louis Blues Name Robert Thomas Captain

The St. Louis Blues announced on Wednesday afternoon that forward Robert Thomas has been named the new captain of the team. Thomas, entering his ninth season, will be the 25th…

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NHL Winter Classic Jerseys – Ranked

*This archive was originally written by Vince Reilly With the calendar flipping to the new year, hockey fans tuned in to the annual tradition of outdoor hockey with the Winter…

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St. Louis Blues Name Robert Thomas 25th Captain In Franchise History

After parting ways with Brayden Schenn at the NHL Trade Deadline last season, the St. Louis Blues have named Robert Thomas as the 25th captain in franchise history.

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Prospect games in Detroit announced for Penguins

The Red Wings unveiled the schedule for the upcoming prospects event that they are hosting which the Penguins are attending. The Pittsburgh prospects start out against a team from…

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Islanders Notes: Acquisitions, Romanov, Varlamov

As we approach training camp, more and more teams will begin scouring the free agent market for potential tryout agreements. According to Stefen Rosner of The Elmonters, the New Y…

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Oilers Are Rumoured to Be Taking a Serious Look at Alex Formenton

The Edmonton Oilers still have some work to do before the 2026-27 season begins, and one name surfacing with increasing frequency is former Ottawa Senators winger Alex Formenton. …

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New York Rangers Sign Eeli Tolvanen to a 1-Year Contract

On Sept. 1, the New York Rangers signed forward Eeli Tolvanen to a one-year contract. He receives $1.5 million in average annual value (AAV). Tolvanen began his NHL career with…

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Hurricanes Still Need to Prove They Can Beat Elite Goaltending

The Carolina Hurricanes have spent the summer celebrating after winning the Stanley Cup in June. The trophy has changed all the talk around the franchise. Faux narratives about be…

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Wild Fans Have New Network to Watch Games This Season

The offseason is winding down and the news has been slow, but the Minnesota Wild made some news in regards to how to watch their games during the season along…

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Today in Hockey History: Sept. 2

Yesterday in Hockey History: Sept. 1 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Sept. 3 This date has provided us with two big international games during the 1970s, with mixed results for Team…

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NHL Announces Prime Video Will Stream Local Broadcasts For Six Teams In Multi-Year Partnership

The NHL is continuing to expand its relationship with Amazon Prime Video, with the league announcing a multi-year agreement that will see local broadcasts for six teams hosted on …

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Hurricanes Announce Streaming Partnership for New Hockey Network

The Carolina Hurricanes have started September with a bunch of news surrounding their new network. On Tuesday afternoon (Sept. 1), the Hurricanes announced the Hurricanes Hockey N…

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Ryan Spooner Signs In Slovakia

A former NHL depth forward is continuing his career overseas. According to a team announcement, Ryan Spooner has signed a one-year deal with the HK Dukla Trencin of the Slovak Ext…

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NHL Rumors: Oilers Linked to Marchenko & Hellebuyck, Rangers Add Tolvanen, Marchand Trolls Stützle

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Edmonton Oilers have been linked by seperate local reporters to two big names that might be trade options this offseason. First, with Columbus B…

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Victor Wembanyama inspires a new NBA trend before the season even begins

The 2026-27 NBA season has not even begun, but Victor Wembanyama is already making teams rethink the way they build their rosters.  

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NHL Rumor Roundup: Could Dylan Larkin Or Kirill Marchenko Get Traded To The Canadiens?

The Montreal Canadiens' ongoing need for a top-six forward has some observers suggesting Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin or Columbus Blue Jackets winger Kirill Marchenko wou…

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9 NHLers Poised to Bounce Back in 2026-27

It’s September, which means NHL hockey is right around the corner. With that, let’s identify some NHLers who struggled during the 2025-26 season but are poised to bounce back. Jor…

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New York Rangers Sign Eeli Tolvanen To One-Year Contract

The New York Rangers have signed former Seattle Kraken winger Eeli Tolvanen to a one-year contract ahead of the 2026-27 NHL season.

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2026 Blackhawks Top 25 Under 25: Nick Lardis slides up to No. 8

After a prolific OHL career, Lardis had his first taste of pro hockey last season.

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Canucks News & Rumours: Schenn, Gallagher, Mynio & A Trade That Came Full Circle

Training camp prep is underway for the Vancouver Canucks, and while most of the attention this week has gone to the young guys getting their first real look at NHL…

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Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Matthews’ Future & The Pressure Nobody Talks About

There’s been a lot of discussion in the comments sections lately about Auston Matthews, and thanks to OldDuffer and Windshear, their thoughts on it are more interesting than most …