U.S. national TV broadcast schedule released for 2024-25 NHL season Panthers banner raising, Utah debut featured in opening night tripleheader on ESPN; TNT to carry Winter Classic © Getty Images One team’s unveiling and another debuting in its new home will be featured as part of ESPN’s opening night tripleheader Oct. 8. The Florida Panthers,…

3 questions facing Chicago Blackhawks Potential of naming Bedard captain, ceiling for improvement among top unknowns © Michael Reaves/Getty Images NHL.com is providing in-depth analysis for each of its 32 teams from Aug. 1-Sept. 1. Today, three important questions facing the Chicago Blackhawks. 1. Do the Blackhawks name Connor Bedard captain? It wouldn’t be surprising…

NHL Top Players: Top 20 wings NHL Network reveals best of current crop © Mark LoMoglio/NHLI via Getty Images The ability to score thrilling goals, make eye-popping passes, and go to the net with superb skating are the hallmarks of an elite wing. NHL Network producers and analysts on Wednesday revealed their list of the…

2025 Winter Classic at Wrigley will be ‘completely different experience’ from 2009 game League returns to Cubs’ iconic home on New Year’s Eve for Blackhawks-Blues © Tracey Myers CHICAGO — The 2025 Discover NHL Winter Classic between the Chicago Blackhawks and St. Louis Blues on New Year’s Eve will mark the second time the NHL’s…

3 questions facing Utah Hockey Club Adjusting to new home, revamped defenseman group among things to watch © Getty Images NHL.com is providing in-depth roster, prospect and fantasy analysis for each of its 32 teams from Aug. 1-Sept. 1. Today, three important questions facing the Utah Hockey Club. 1. How do the former players handle…

Plante’s passion for the sport of hockey fueling his game, development Red Wings’ 47th overall pick in 2024 NHL Entry Draft credits family for their support DETROIT — As the son of former NHL player and current Chicago Blackhawks assistant coach Derek Plante, Max Plante’s early exposure to the sport has molded the Detroit Red…