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OutKick-Sports June 25, 2026

Someone with spare time and their mind in the gutter noticed something about Edmonton Oilers head coaches

The Edmonton Oilers have hired Mike Babcock, extending a streak of five consecutive coaches with names containing slang terms for male anatomy.

NHL June 23, 2026

The NHL is reportedly considering one of two major Texas cities for its next round of expansion

The NHL is reportedly zeroing in on Austin and Houston as top expansion options, according to ESPN's Emily Kaplan, as the league eyes growing in Texas.

OutKick-Sports June 23, 2026

Stanley Cup Final ratings show Olympic hockey fever is alive and well in the United States

Stanley Cup Playoffs averaged 1.8 million viewers, up 68% over last year and the highest since 1996, fueled by Olympic hockey gold and great matchups.

OutKick-Sports June 23, 2026

Mike Babcock going to Edmonton just made the Oilers appointment viewing this upcoming season

Mike Babcock officially named Edmonton Oilers coach, bringing the Stanley Cup winner back to the NHL bench with Connor McDavid's future at stake.

Sports June 21, 2026

Brady Tkachuk headed to Panthers in blockbuster trade to team up with brother Matthew: reports

Brady Tkachuk is reportedly close to being traded from the Ottawa Senators to the Florida Panthers to join his brother Matthew in a blockbuster deal.

OutKick-Sports June 20, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes hit the streets, coach Rod Brind'Amour goes tarps off at Stanley Cup parade

Carolina Hurricanes celebrate Stanley Cup with Raleigh parade after sweeping first two rounds and defeating Vegas Golden Knights in six games.

OutKick-Sports June 20, 2026

Juneteenth was celebrated across major professional sports leagues and teams — with two notable exceptions

NFL teams nearly universally recognized Juneteenth after the league and some teams declined Pride Month posts, while the NHL stayed silent after acknowledging Pride Month.

NHL June 19, 2026

NHL star Jonathan Toews announces retirement after 16-year career and three Stanley Cups

Jonathan Toews officially retires after 16 NHL seasons, three Stanley Cups, and a stellar comeback year with the Winnipeg Jets, his hometown team.

OutKick-Sports June 18, 2026

NHL completes investigation into Mike Babcock's time with Blue Jackets, won't restrict him from working

The NHL clears Mike Babcock to return after concluding its investigation into alleged conduct during his brief time with the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Sports June 18, 2026

Hurricanes star Andrei Svechnikov reflects on years of playoff heartbreak before finally winning Stanley Cup

Andrei Svechnikov celebrated his Carolina Hurricanes' first Stanley Cup since 2006 after eight consecutive playoff appearances and years of heartbreak.