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Mike JohnsonNEW YORK (AP) — The NHL released the full 2025-26 schedule on Wednesday, the final 82-game season before the new collective bargaining agreement kicks in and increases it to 84. The league’s 32 teams will combine to play 1,312 games between Oct. 7 and April 16 with the playoffs to run from the following weekend through much of June. Beginning in 2026-27, there will be 1,344 games — the most in NHL history. Alex Ovechkin begins his 21st season on…See the Story
NHL Releases the 2025-26 Schedule, the Last 82-Game Season Before New CBA Increases It to 84
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Chicago Blackhawks · MontrealThe Montreal Canadiens announced this morning that they have signed center Joe Veleno to a one-year, $900,000 contract. Veleno played last season for the Detroit Red Wings and the Chicago Blackhawks. This offseason, the Blackhawks traded Veleno to the Seattle Kraken, who promptly bought out his contract.The Canadiens, who seek to continue their blockbuster offseason, add a young, speedy center in Veleno on an affordable deal. This move, along wi…See the Story
Canadiens Sign Former First Round Pick
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