Kraken agree to 4-year extension with defenseman Adam Larsson worth $5.25 million per year

The Seattle Kraken and veteran defenseman Adam Larsson have reached an agreement on a four-year extension that will keep one of their top blue liners under contract through the 2028-29 season

By Associated PressSeptember 10, 2024

Sidney Crosby says he's 'pretty optimistic' about getting an extension done with the Penguins

Sidney Crosby says he’s pretty optimistic about getting a contract extension done before he and the Pittsburgh Penguins open the NHL season next month

By Associated PressSeptember 9, 2024

Gaudreau brothers are mourned by the hockey community, family and friends as 'linemates forever'

John and Matthew Gaudreau were remembered as loving brothers and husbands who put family above hockey and everything else at their tearful funeral, a week and a half after they died when they were struck by a suspected drunken driver while riding bicycles in New Jersey

By Dan Gelston and Stephen Whyno | APSeptember 9, 2024

Friends, family, teammates remember Gaudreau brothers at funeral

Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau were remembered fondly by speakers at their funeral in Pennsylvania.

By Matt BonesteelSeptember 9, 2024

The Gaudreau brothers left a legacy at Boston College and beyond

Grief over the deaths of John and Matthew Gaudreau filled the hockey community around the world from their hometown in New Jersey to Columbus and Calgary

By Stephen Whyno | APSeptember 8, 2024

Capitals announce TikTok as road jersey patch sponsor

The video-sharing platform also will be the title sponsor of the Capitals’ 50th-anniversary celebration.

By Scott AllenSeptember 9, 2024

For Chris Patrick, new Caps GM, ‘maybe someday’ has arrived

Chris Patrick is taking over for Brian MacLellan, who will remain as the team’s president of hockey operations.

By Bailey JohnsonJuly 10, 2024

Ted Leonsis tries to ‘future-proof’ the Caps with his latest transition

In a turbulent league, the Capitals aim for another smooth landing with their latest front office adjustment.

By Barry SvrlugaJuly 8, 2024

Funeral for John and Matthew Gaudreau scheduled for church in suburban Philadelphia

The funeral for John and Matthew Gaudreau has been scheduled for Monday at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in suburban Philadelphia

By Stephen Whyno | APSeptember 5, 2024

Blue Jackets fans and players remember the Gaudreau brothers at a candlelight vigil in Columbus

Fans and Columbus Blue Jackets players gathered for an emotional candlelight vigil outside the team’s arena to remember Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew

By Nicole Kraft and Noah Weiskopf | APSeptember 5, 2024

Loss of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau leaves a ‘hole in our hearts’

Wednesday was a day of mourning for the Columbus Blue Jackets player and his brother, who were killed when struck by a car as they rode bicycles.

By Cindy Boren, Glynn A. Hill and Des BielerSeptember 4, 2024

Online fundraiser for Matthew Gaudreau's widow raises more than $560K as the sports world mourns

More tributes are pouring in from around the hockey community after the deaths of NHL player Johnny Gaudreau and brother Matthew

By Stephen Whyno | APSeptember 3, 2024

Oilers sign Leon Draisaitl to an 8-year extension worth $112 million

The Edmonton Oilers have signed Leon Draisaitl to an eight-year contract extension worth $112 million

By Stephen Whyno | APSeptember 3, 2024

Blues defenseman Torey Krug will have ankle surgery and miss the 2024-25 season

St. Louis Blues defenseman Torey Krug is set to have ankle surgery and is expected to miss the 2024-25 season

By Associated PressSeptember 3, 2024

After deaths of Gaudreau brothers, mourning, tributes and a suspect charged

Fans and franchises mourn NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother, Matthew, as their families and the driver who struck them grapple with the fallout.

By Glynn A. HillAugust 31, 2024

Gaudreau's wife thanks him for 'the best years of my life' in Instagram tribute to fallen NHL player

The wife of Johnny Gaudreau called her husband “the absolute best dad in the world” and thanked him for “the best years of my life” in two Instagram posts paying tribute to the NHL player who was killed when his bicycle was struck by a car on the eve of his sister’s wedding

By Associated PressAugust 31, 2024

Carolina Hurricanes reach 8-year, $63.2 million deal with rising forward Seth Jarvis

The Carolina Hurricanes have signed forward Seth Jarvis to an eight-year, $63.2 million contract

By Aaron Beard | APAugust 31, 2024

Sudden death of 'Johnny Hockey' means more hard times for beleaguered Columbus Blue Jackets

Blue Jackets officials and fans were ecstatic two years ago when Johnny Gaudreau was persuaded to pass up larger markets to sign with Columbus

By Mitch Stacy | APAugust 31, 2024

NHL player Johnny Gaudreau and brother killed when bicycles hit by car on eve of sister's wedding

NHL player Johnny Gaudreau of the Columbus Blue Jackets has been killed after being hit by a car while riding a bicycle in his home state of New Jersey

By Stephen Whyno | APAugust 30, 2024

Johnny Gaudreau put family first, never forgot South Jersey roots even as NHL career blossomed

Hockey fans had yearned for Johnny Gaudreau to come home and play for either New Jersey or Philadelphia

By Dan Gelston | APAugust 30, 2024

Remembering Johnny Hockey: Johnny Gaudreau and brother Matthew shined on and off the ice

Johnny Gaudreau was known as “Johnny Hockey” for his lifelong journey in the sport he loved along with his family

By Stephen Whyno | APAugust 30, 2024

Reactions to the deaths of NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew Gaudreau

The hockey world was not alone in sending immediate and heartfelt condolences following the announcement that Columbus Blue Jackets star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew Gaudreau died when, according to police, they were hit by a suspected drunken driver while riding bicycles in their home state of New Jersey

By Associated PressAugust 30, 2024

Known as 'Johnny Hockey,' Johnny Gaudreau was an NHL All-Star and a top U.S. player internationally

NHL player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew were killed by a suspected drunken driver while riding bicycles Thursday night near their childhood home in New Jersey

By Associated PressAugust 30, 2024