The 2025-26 NHL season is underway but that has not stopped the trade rumor mill from churning, with some teams looking to fix weak spots on their rosters, others seeking partners for underwhelming draft picks,

Center discusses committing to Boston University, delayed start to season because of injury

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The Calder Trophy, handed out to the NHL's Rookie of the Year, is usually one of the bigger awards in the league because it highlights the next wave of stars to come through.

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The leading scorers are … headed by Vegas Golden Knights captain Jack Eichel, who’s having a good week. He has a big shiny new contract and was the NHL’s first player to six points thanks to a four-point night over the Kings in Game 1 and a wacky tying goal from center ice last night in an OT win over San Jose: