Seattle Kraken Sign Goaltender Kim Saarinen Seattle signs Saarinen from the Finnish Elite League. SEATTLE, Wash. — July 14, 2024 — Today, the Seattle Kraken (@SeattleKraken) announced that they have signed goaltender Kim Saarinen from HPK to a three-year, entry-level contract ($975,000 AAV). Saarinen was Seattle’s second pick in the third round (88th overall) of …
Canada announces roster for 2024 World Junior Summer Showcase 42 players have been invited to camp, including top 2024 NHL Draft picks Sennecke, Lindstrom, and Iginla. © Candice Ward/Getty Images Beckett Sennecke, Cayden Lindstrom and Tij Iginla, three of the top six picks at the 2024 NHL Draft, will be among the 42 players who …
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Minnesota Wild Development Camp Recap The Wild organized its customary Development Camp, showcasing the 2024 Draft Class alongside familiar faces and noteworthy standouts. Development camp can often feel like going through the motions. Some prospects are content with blending in and absorbing everything around them. However, there are those who strive to leave a lasting …
Rangers Agree to Terms with Braden Schneider Braden Schneider, the defenseman for the New York Rangers, has reached a two-year contract extension with the team, as confirmed by Chris Drury, the President and General Manager of the Rangers. In the 2023-24 season, Schneider, at the age of 22, achieved his personal bests in multiple categories. …
Blue Jackets employees celebrate Staff Volunteer Day On Friday, CBJ staffers dedicated a total of 130 hours to community service across seven different Central Ohio locations, in collaboration with Schneider Downs. The Beatty Community Center is a familiar place for Joe Renza and the Blue Jackets. In 2019, the CBJ fan development specialist, who was …
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Panthers' names engraved on Stanley Cup The Florida team emerged victorious over the Oilers in a thrilling 7-game series, securing their first-ever championship title for the franchise. The NHL has officially engraved the Florida Panthers in its history books. This week, the Stanley Cup was engraved with the names of the champions who emerged victorious …
South African Roots, NHL Dreams: Brunicke's Unique Story A photo of the young defenseman, Harrison Brunicke, wearing his future team’s sweatshirt as a child, began circulating after he became the first South African-born skater to be selected in the NHL Draft of 2024 by the Penguins. This photo was captured during a family visit to …
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Luchanko aims to develop shoot-first mentality with Flyers Last season, despite only averaging 1.8 shots per game, the forward prospect led Guelph in scoring in the OHL. © Philadelphia Flyers VOORHEES, N.J. — Jett Luchanko was selected by the Philadelphia Flyers with the No. 13 pick of the 2024 Upper Deck NHL Draft because of …
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Colleen Allen recognized as Disability Pride Month Game Changers honoree The President and CEO of Autism Alliance of Michigan is actively involved in spearheading initiatives aimed at elevating expectations and broadening opportunities for individuals affected by autism. DETROIT — For Colleen Allen, who has been President and CEO of the Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM) since …
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Pavelski retires from NHL after 18 seasons The forward achieved a remarkable 476 goals and accumulated a total of 1,068 points while playing for the Stars and Sharks. © Sam Hodde/Getty Images Joe Pavelski announced his retirement from the NHL on Tuesday after 18 seasons. Pavelski, who celebrated his 40th birthday on July 11th, accumulated …
