October 2023 - Stories from Bladeofsteel

Fans aren't happy as the Maple Leafs are booed off the ice to end the second period

Veteran of 1000+ games hangs up the skates after 17 NHL seasons

Department of announced multi-game suspension for Bruins defender Charlie McAvoy

Junior player forced to retire due to head trauma at just 19 years old

NHL provides update on potential of making neck guards mandatory at the NHL level

Western Conference team shuts down all contract negotiations with players, preparing to make radical change

Teammate who was on the Ice for the Adam Johnson Tragedy shares full details 'I Wake Up in a Panic'

Arizona Coyotes player jumps Nick Foligno and immediately regrets it

NHL Department of Player Safety makes decision on whether or not Charlie McAvoy will face a hearing

Adam Johnson's Teammate and Friend Speaks Out on Accusations Against Matt Petgrave

Charlie McAvoy Gets Booted from Game for Hit to the Head

Head coach facing likely fine after becoming first coach ejected this season

Panthers Sam Bennett Leaves Ice in Pain in His First Game this Season

Bruins sign seven-year veteran to contract after successful PTO

Bruins Coach Says Tonight's Matchup Against Florida Anything But Just Another Game

Police investigating the passing of former NHLer Adam Johnson

Kane issues challenge to Calgary Flames, proves no one is tough enough to fight him

Jakub Vrana Responds After Blues Make Him a Healthy Scratch for Two Games

The passing of Adam Johnson already promoting major changes across professional leagues

Matt Petgrave forced to take his social media accounts private after being accused of intentionally kicking Adam Johnson

AHL team honours Adam Johnson following Sunday's game

NHL Officials Get Called Out for Embarrassingly Awful Penalty

Disrespectful Edmonton Oilers fan ruins moment of silence for Adam Johnson

Former NHLer leaves North America after unsuccessful professional tryout

Tributes Pour in from the Hockey World for Superfan Matthew Perry

Officials fail to make call as Okposo makes dirty play, takes Makar into the boards from behind

The Ottawa Senators have yet another punishment from the NHL coming their way after botched trade

Evander Kane's ex-wife released alleged messages from his former teammates wives

Tributes pour in following the passing of former NHLer Adam Johnson

Player agent blasts NHL officiating, says that Bettman told teams not to oppose this aspect of the game

Official attacked in disgusting fashion after a player becomes unhinged during youth hockey game

Sidney Crosby throws a temper tantrum and cheap shots Claude Giroux

Nottingham Panthers officially confirm the devastating news that Adam Johnson has passed away

Report surfaces that Adam Johnson has passed away

First video of Adam Johnson's Injury Surfaces - Viewer discretion advised

Joe Thornton officially retires after 24 NHL seasons

Fans forced to evacuate arena after player suffers gruesome medical emergency

NHL players find out league has been secretly collecting their personal information

Two heavyweights go toe-to-toe in afternoon tilt

Connor Clifton handed multi-game suspension by NHL Player Safety

Maple Leafs Goaltender Gets Brutally Honest About his Struggles This Season

Special weather statement issued ahead of NHL's first outdoor game of the season

Hot mic catches official using colourful language in hilarious exchange with player

Former NHLer Suddenly Ends Playing Career After 20 Years Due to Health Issues

Sabres defender to have hearing with NHL Department of Player Safety after dangerous hit to the head

Pierre-Luc Dubois says he's fine with criticism after two trade requests

Kane throwing fists in back to back games for the Oilers

Buffalo Sabres defender ejected after dropping Devils star with a huge hit

Connor Bedard scores a beautiful goal and gets hilariously chirped by the Vegas Golden Knights

Images of Rangers' new alternate jersey leak online

Jesse Puljujarvi pulls off incredible costume to win Halloween 2023

Toronto Maple Leafs Make Decision on Top Prospect

Jakub Lauko Reveals the Impact of Taking a Skate to the Eye, and It's Not Pretty

Flames Coach Has No Faith In Top Guys To Get Wins

Ottawa Senators provide update on Erik Brannstrom

Former Boston Bruins captain passes away at 95-years-old

NHL team admits they plan on 'load managing' top prospect

Scary scene in New York as defender is stretchered off the ice

Arber Xhekaj Takes Exception to Hit From Behind and Drops the Gloves with Rookie

Insider Believes Kane Wants Toronto

One team ruled out of the Patrick Kane sweepstakes

Ducks forward Trevor Zegras benched following poor performances

NHL Tough Guy Calls it a Career after 12 Seasons

NHL insider reveals details of Shane Pinto's suspension showing clear favoritism by the league

NHL suspends player for gambling on games

Flames defenceman reportedly insulted by team's contract offer

Spectator Sent to Hospital After Hockey Player Intentionally Hits Him with Stick

Winnipeg Jets Owner Responds After Concerns the Team Might Be Moved

Lucky Winner Hits Big on $2 Parlay

Insider Reveals Vote Results on Major Changes to Next Year's NHL Draft

Toronto Maple Leafs Reportedly Gauging Market for New Addition

Flames Player Calls Out Teammates, Says They Can't Blame 'Darryl' Anymore

Senators forced into awkward situation after failing to inform Forsberg he's been pulled

Boston Bruins place 24-year-old defenceman on waivers

NHL continues to make up the rules as they go, erase mandatory suspension

Red Wings star furious with officials after a ridiculous non call that cost them a goal

Brad Marchand Continues to Make Connor Bedard's Life as Difficult as Possible

Ottawa's Brady Tkachuk facing suspension while Ottawa Senators coach faces major fine

Scary situation - Boston Bruins forward takes skate near the eye

Brady Tkachuk Drops the Gloves with Alex Tuch After Dirty Hit

Pittsburgh Penguins defender knocks himself out during his first NHL game

Brady Tkachuk appears to suffer significant injury as the forward displays an immense amount of pain

Game could be cancelled tonight due to arena problems

NHL announces their decision on whether or not to reduce Rasmus Andersson's appeal

$7 Million a Year Player to be a Healthy Scratch Tonight

Hockey podcast host has choice words for Ryan Reaves

Gary Bettman gives in and comes to a final decision on Pride Tape

David Savard Goes into Full warrior Mode While Losing Skate blade During PK

Xhekaj tangles with son of former NHL heavyweight in OHL tilt

Former Teammate Makes Bold Claims About Jaromir Jagr's Treatment of NHL Coach

NHL Gets Slammed for 'Hiding' Connor Bedard

Buffalo Sabres forward throws gutless hit

Oilers' goalie pays tribute to legend with heritage equipment

Goaltenders Fight and One of Them Gets Dropped Early

Blues Hall of Fame Class of 2024 Released

Longtime NHL forward inks AHL contract for 2023-24 season

Winnipeg Jets head coach on leave of absence

Seattle Kraken forward to miss up to two months with injury

51-year-old Donald Brashear turns back the clock & drops the mitts

NHL Agent Gives Insight on How Players Feel About Travis Dermott Defying NHL

Patrik Laine Makes Very Bold Statement Ahead of New Season

Boston Bruins forced to scratch Milan Lucic at the very last moment

Former NHLer Gets Booted From Game After Vicious, Dirty Hit

Edmonton Oilers announce how much time Connor McDavid will miss

Leon Draisaitl Shows He's Absolutely Had It when It Comes to Stupid Questions

Evander Kane and Brenden Dillon Drops the Gloves; Kane Sarcastically Explains Why

Lighting Issues Bring Back Accusations of Cheating; Panarin Explains Why it Helped Him

Former NHL goaltender passes away at the age of 75

New video has Edmonton Oilers fearing McDavid will require surgery

Trent Frederic and Andreas Englund Both Left Bloodied After an Intense Tilt

Edmonton Oilers waiting for crucial injury update on Connor McDavid

Flames' Rasmus Andersson to reportedly appeal his four-game suspension

NHL announces what they plan on doing after Travis Dermott ignores Pride Tape ban

Connor Bedard absolutely RIPS home his first goal on home ice

NHL Department of Player Safety announces multi-game suspension for Rasmus Andersson

Officials finally make a correct call, reverse a major penalty on Ducks' Gudas

Player Openly Defies NHL Rules on Stick Tape During Game

Liam O'Brien and Ross Johnston drop the gloves before throwing down in heavyweight tilt

Jake DeBrusk forced to sit out tonight's game as punishment for breaking team rules

Columbus Blue Jackets lose Liam Foudy on waivers

Alex DeBrincat Gets Levelled in Return to Ottawa as things get heated

Lightning defender, who hasn't shut up all summer, takes another shot at the Maple Leafs

NHL Department of Player Safety announces their decision on whether Rasmus Andersson will face hearing for hit on Patrik Laine

New Jersey Devils head coach confirms injury to one of the teams star players

Junior hockey player scores one of the nicest goalie goals you'll see

Former NHLer throws down in a goalie fight overseas

Patrik Laine destroyed by dirty hit at the buzzer

Ilya Sorokin Absolutely Robs Jack Hughes with an Incredible Save

Nazem Kadri finally shows a heartbeat drops the gloves with Cole Sillinger

Brind'Amour shares idea for hockey at future Olympic Games that could benefit NHL

Patrik Laine makes very classy gesture for mental health this season

Alex DeBrincat Finally Opens Up on his Exit from Ottawa and Why it Happened

Blue Jackets place former first-round pick on waivers

Model mocks and denies rumours about Cole Caufield

Friedman Giving Up Size In Scrap With Jeannot

Player one punches opponent for beautiful knockout

Capitals reportedly still trying to trade former first-round pick

Panthers Fans Mock the Maple Leafs in Florida

Calgary Flames Issue Statement After Charges Against Prospect Become Public

Insider links Patrick Kane to another Atlantic Division team

26-year-old Penguins forward among three places on waivers

Pro League Player Awarded Two Penalty Shots on Same Breakaway

Instagram model attempts to get the attention of Bedard for a second time

Craig Anderson returning to former club to officially retire

Mika Zibanejad and Brother Risk Losing Their Homes in Lawsuit

O'Connor drops the mitts with Eberle in retribution for hit in playoffs

Tom Wilson takes on Mark Kastelic in heavyweight tilt in Ottawa

Scary scene in Ottawa as a defender gets hit in the side of the head by puck

Huge Mistake Leads to Goaltender Scoring a Goal in the AHL

Senators forward scores emotional goal in his return to action

Ryan Reaves Holds Nothing Back While Giving His Thoughts on Corey Perry

Penguins place recently-acquired forward on unconditional waivers to terminate contract

Blues 1st-rounder pulled from contract in Europe as Offense Sputters

Vancouver Canucks appear to be closing in on Conor Garland trade

NHL sends a memo to all 32 teams about a potential major change

Tony DeAngelo Gets Run Over by Ref and Takes a Penalty in the Process

Dirtiest hit possible thrown by Kings defenceman

Fleury salutes Bell Centre crowd after potentially his final game in Quebec

Marc-Andre Fleury turns back the hands of time with beautiful windmill save

Radko Gudas sends Brendan Lemieux flying with textbook hip check

The Logan Couture sweepstakes are down to 3 teams

Connor Bedard Denies Montreal Fan Looking for a Signature

Capitals could explore trading 16-year veteran towards the deadline

New Jersey Devils place 34-year-old goaltender on waiver wire

Vancouver Canucks and Pittsburgh Penguins Pull Off Four Player Trade

Former Ref Calls for Goalies to Take Out Evgeny Kuznetsov

Coyotes star slewfoots Rangers star, brawl starts

Jersey Rentals are Apparently a Thing at Hockey Games Now

66 penalty minutes handed out after game-ending brawl at MSG

Camera captures Ryan Reaves absolutely roasting Corey Perry

Questions Raised About NHL's Choices for Officials in Certain Games

Montreal Canadiens worst fears are confirmed for Kirby Dach

Phil Kessel waiting to hear from two teams for contract

Chicago Blackhawks refuse to let Connor Bedard and rest of team speak to Toronto media ahead of tonight's game

Youth hockey player tries to take on two linesmen after fight

Canadiens' forward suffers significant injury in his first game since taunting his former team

Carolina Hurricanes franchise in disarray as multiple prospects refuse assignments

Taylor Hall Says Media Needs to Back Off of Connor Bedard

Bolts won't commit to re-signing Stamkos until determining franchise's future direction

Kyle Clifford gets into a heated fight, tries to fight the entire Utica Comets team on his way off the ice

Steven Stamkos is a late scratch against the Ottawa Senators

Instagram model wastes no time shooting her shot with phenom Connor Bedard

Former top prospect inks minor league deal to keep dream alive

Minnesota Wild Head Coach rips into veteran player following loss to Maple Leafs

Insider reveals the person who may be holding up Elias Pettersson's contract extension in Vancouver

Logan Cooley has set some lofty expectations for his rookie season

Player suspended after slashing an opponent below the belt

NHL considering major change to the draft

Los Angeles Kings lose key forward to long-term injury

Toronto Maple Leafs Ditch New Goal Song after Receiving Complaints

Team to Appeal After Player Receives Ridiculous Suspension for Contact with Official

Ryan Reaves keeps his word, lays out former teammate and beats up another

Matthew Tkachuk Continues Swinging After Mark Scheifele Falls During Scrap

Wild Scene in Switzerland as Hockey Fans Brawl in the Seats

28-year-old Blue Jackets forward lands on Saturday's waiver wire

Ryan Reaves Puts his Former Teammates on Notice Ahead of Game Against Minnesota

Joe Thornton reportedly not ready to hang up the skates

12-year NHL veteran decides to leave North America

Chaos Erupts at Hockey Game After Player Slammed to the Ice

Jeffrey Viel and Alex Gallant with an Early FOTY Candidate

Alex Ovechkin Levels Erik Karlsson With a Big, Open-Ice Hit

Senators RFA forward leaves the team, opts to return home

Behind the scenes impact of Ryan Reaves on Leafs

Edmonton Oilers place 25-year-old defenceman on waivers

NHL DoPS already facing criticism after issuing embarrassing punishment to player who intentionally kneed an opponent

Canucks starting goaltender plays through the flu

Colorado Avalanche finally sort out contract situation with top player

Former NHL embroiled in potential scandal finds a new home to play for this season

Hockey Coach Fined Following Crazy Outburst During Game

Two heavyweights drop gloves in season home opener

League announces decision after investigation into Karl Klingberg after match fixing allegations

Columbus defender leaves game after dangerous hit from Garnet Hathaway

Rasmus Dahlin sends Filip Chytil Flying With a Perfect Hip Check

Buffalo Sabres honour legendary announcer with pregame tribute

NHL reportedly looking south of the border for future Global Series games

Brad Marchand Trolls Connor Bedard during the Hawks second game of the season

International Olympic Committee makes major announcement regarding Russian participation

Bruins rookie drops the mitts in first career NHL game

2 former QMJHL players face up to 10 years in prison

Chicago Blackhawks forwards injury worse than initially thought expected to miss weeks

Former referee fired by the NHL admits he gave star players special treatment

Police forced to breakup brawl after Canucks and Oilers fans lose their cool during season opener

Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner show they may have finally figured it out, immediately jump into scrum

Buffalo Sabres sign another key member of their core to a massive deal

Connor Bedard scores his first NHL goal, it's a beauty

Ryan Reaves and Arber Xhekaj drop the gloves in a heavyweight tilt

First suspension of the year handed out to Vegas forward Brett Howden

Connor Bedard breaks a record in his very first NHL regular season game

St. Louis Blues place forward on unconditional waivers for contract termination

Philadelphia Flyers forward admits he plans on breaking new NHL rule

Former NHL Executive Says the League is Making a Huge Mistake

Vegas forward receives hearing for check to the head

Surprising team very aggressively tried to sign Patrick Kane this summer

Former NHLer, coach & ESPN commentator retires after terrible health diagnosis

Vegas Goes All-in on Banner-Raising Ceremony With one of the Best Ever

Vegas Golden Knights forward to face likely suspension after the season's first illegal check to the head

Microphone captures referees cringe worthy season opening statement

Connor Bedard scores the first point of his NHL career

Connor Bedard scores the first point of his NHL career

Connor Bedard to be fined by the NHL for breach of league rules

Connor Bedard forgets a very important piece of equipment ahead of NHL regular season debut

Scary scene in Nashville as forward takes slapshot to the head

Former top prospects NHL Career Now Hanging By a Thread

Vancouver Canucks Give Player Permission to Find a Trade

Restricted free agent could leave North America after failing to earn a spot on an NHL roster

New York Islanders lose physical forward on waivers, while Toronto Maple Leafs place forward on waivers

Carolina Hurricanes and Colorado Avalanche announce Tuesday trade

Canucks Face More Accusations of Providing Shady Medical Care, Agent Speaks Out

Connor McDavid extends Connor Bedard one of the highest praises possible

Former NHL defender announces the end of his professional hockey career

Referee ejects every single fan in the crowd before allowing game to resume

Arrest made in the murder of 15-year-old hockey player

Goalie who was once called the 'worst goalie ever seen' lands starting job

2 players who reportedly requested a trade sign identical new contracts

Four claimed off waivers on Monday; one player on the wire for October 9th

Jake Muzzin takes on a new hockey role that would suggest his playing days are over

Carolina Hurricanes loan goaltender to the Tampa Bay Lightning in strange move

Toronto Maple Leafs insider believes the team is still working on a 'big-ish' move

Insider reveals hidden bonus Maple Leafs built into Martin Jones contract to try and avoid waiver claim

Maple Leafs provide a major update on Matt Murray and when he could play next

Breaking - Buffalo Sabres re-sign Rasmus Dahlin long term

Vegas Golden Knights reveal their Stanley Cup Ring and it's absolutely gorgeous

Anaheim Ducks decide not to sign a player to protect Trevor Zegras

Calgary left-winger admits he lost passion for playing hockey last season

Insider says Sharks forward's days may be numbered in San Jose

40 players land on waiver wire for Sunday, October 8th

Toronto Maple Leafs and Vancouver Canucks complete a trade

After Being Released from PTO, Zach Aston-Reese Finds a New Home

Potential Top Three Pick In Next Year's Draft Out Long-Term

1057 game NHL veteran's career may be over after being cut by team already lacking depth

Arizona Coyotes get bad news as leading candidate for relocation makes a MAJOR arena upgrade

Teams take issue with memo sent by league about Pride Nights

Nashville Predators surprise fans by deciding to terminate 23-year-old prospects contract

Montreal Canadiens defender rips a shot right through the twine

Jamie Benn and Pat Maroon Square Off in Heavyweight Tilt

T.J. Oshie Welcomes Top Three Pick to the NHL With a Massive Hit

Former 1st round pick signs two way deal to keep his NHL dream alive

One of the Dirtiest NHL Players of the Modern Era Is Now a Head Coach

Seattle Kraken make a decision on where Shane Wright will start the season

Golden Knights claim former first-rounder from Panthers; 23 placed on Saturday's wire

Minnesota Wild Sign Ryan Hartman to Contract Extension with a Big Raise

Connor Bedard having HUGE financial impact on the Chicago Blackhawks, insider reveals how much

Insider mentions seven cities that have expressed interest in an NHL team

Gary Bettman continues to prove he'll bend the rules for expansion teams, but refuses to help others

Hurricanes release three former first-round picks from their professional tryouts

Crosby fights to defend Letang after huge hit

Top prospect for 2024 NHL draft to miss significant time & World Juniors following surgery

Panthers Make Surprising Roster Move

Rangers cut top prospect ahead of 2023-24 season opener

Former first-round pick among 42 placed on Friday's waiver wire

NHL hoping to have clarity on Arizona's situation early next year; relocation still an option

Team Keeping Watchful Eye on Young Player with History of Injury After Big Hit

Nylander's Condition to Negotiate During Season Suggests He Has Specific Number in Mind

Former NHLer Posts Footage of Daring Robbery at his Business in Hopes of Finding Culprit

MAF welcomes Bedard to the league with a trip before firing the puck at another Blackhawk's player

Top prospect leaves the game unable to walk under his own power

P.K. Subban Gets Raked Over the Coals After Spicy Take on Connor Bedard

Anaheim Ducks sign last remaining free agent but GM embarrasses himself in the process

Former eighth overall pick among 16 placed on waivers on Thursday

NHL Department of Player Safety issues major suspension after kneeing incident

Former 5th Overall Pick Gives Up on His NHL Dream

MAJOR update in Hockey Canada investigation, insider believes no punishments may be given

Veteran of almost 800 NHL Games released from PTO

Brother of NHLer in Hot Water After Telling Teammates to Stop Scoring During Game

NHL Set to Make Historic Increase in Salary Cap Next Season

Jacob Trouba runs over Tyler Toffoli with a huge hit from behind

WHL makes example of former NHL coach accused of using inappropriate language

Atlanta takes a huge step forward in potential NHL return

New Rules Mean No More Changing in Dressing Rooms for Minor Hockey Players

Former first-rounder & Stanley Cup champion among 12 placed on waivers

NHL Department of Player Safety announces first hearing of the season

New Book Reveals Hilarious Reason San Jose Drafted Patrick Marleau over Olli Jokinen

NHL Draft Pick, Former OHL Phenom, Retires at 25

Report - New team enters sweepstakes as Leafs make final attempt to trade William Nylander

Parents Call for Arrest After Son Was 'Deliberately Kicked' in Neck During Hockey Game

Connor Bedard is visibly frustrated after scoring his first career NHL goal

NHL referees continue to prove they are the softest with awful penalty call

Leafs coach Sheldon Keefe already calling out team for poor effort

NHL secures huge partnership that should help the game grow

Montreal Canadiens Make Decision on Future of Controversial Prospect Logan Mailloux

890 game NHL veteran announces retirement at just 33-years-old

Former first-round pick among 13 placed on Tuesday's waiver wire

24-year-old who's blown out his knee four times signs new deal to salvage pro career

Referee admits brutal mistake on ice in preseason

Goaltender blinded by on-ice lights allows ridiculous goal

NHL Insider reveals heartbreaking details of why Brandon Sutter was forced to end his professional tryout

Seattle Kraken announce hiring of longtime NHL head coach

Former top prospect to be placed on waivers at noon tomorrow

Things get chippy after Logan Mailloux gets leveled by a surprising Toronto Maple Leafs player

Chaos Erupts at Game Following Heavy Hit; Hockey Dad Acts Like Child

Ticket prices for Sidney Crosby's homecoming game reach ridiculous level

Predators & Penguins claim forwards off waivers: 29 placed on wire for Monday

Anaheim Ducks and Trevor Zegras Reach New Deal

New York Rangers fans want Alexis Lafreniere cut after embarrassing effort on back check leading to a goal

Ilya Kovalchuk Teases Major Decision on his Hockey Career

20-year-old player arrested in the locker room during the 1st intermission

Player Ejected for Kneeing and Tempers Flare Between Original 6 Teams

Connor Bedard does it again and completely undresses another defender

Chicago Blackhawks release update on gruesome injury suffered by Samuel Savoie

A longtime NHL forward announces retirement at 34-years-old

A Decade-long Career May Be Over for Stanley Cup Champion after Losing PTO

Ducks claim former first-rounder off waivers from Ottawa; 45 placed on Sunday's wire

Two potential suitors emerge for three-time Stanley Cup champion Phil Kessel

Edmonton Oilers defender ripped for chicken sh*t stick work

Lengthy Suspension for Former NHLer Following Brutal Hit

Additional details emerge in claims against Johnny Druskinis

Ovechkin shocked about his own age in new interview

Colorado defensemen Devon Toews wants to re-sign with the Avalanche for another long term