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All News →Boston Bruins Recall Defensive Prospect From AHL Affiliate
The BOS coaching staff bolstered the blue line ahead of a tough Eastern Conference road swing, recalling a 23-year-old defenseman from the AHL affiliate to fill in for an injured veteran expected to miss two weeks.
Buffalo Adds Veteran Winger Before 2025-26 Trade Deadline
Buffalo Sabres management made a depth move, acquiring an experienced winger who brings Stanley Cup playoff experience and a strong penalty-kill presence to Buffalo's Eastern Conference push.
Detroit Red Wings Rally Late for Overtime Win at Little Caesars Arena
A packed Little Caesars Arena in Detroit saw Detroit Red Wings score twice in the final three minutes to force overtime, then seal the 2025-26 victory 54 seconds in. The win kept DET firmly in Atlantic Division playoff contention.
Florida Panthers Rally Late for Overtime Win at Amerant Bank Arena
A packed Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise saw Florida Panthers score twice in the final three minutes to force overtime, then seal the 2025-26 victory 54 seconds in. The win kept FLA firmly in Atlantic Division playoff contention.
Montreal Canadiens Recall Defensive Prospect From AHL Affiliate
The MTL coaching staff bolstered the blue line ahead of a tough Eastern Conference road swing, recalling a 23-year-old defenseman from the AHL affiliate to fill in for an injured veteran expected to miss two weeks.
Ottawa Senators Recall Defensive Prospect From AHL Affiliate
The OTT coaching staff bolstered the blue line ahead of a tough Eastern Conference road swing, recalling a 23-year-old defenseman from the AHL affiliate to fill in for an injured veteran expected to miss two weeks.
Tampa Bay Lightning Rally Late for Overtime Win at Amalie Arena
A packed Amalie Arena in Tampa Bay saw Tampa Bay Lightning score twice in the final three minutes to force overtime, then seal the 2025-26 victory 54 seconds in. The win kept TBL firmly in Atlantic Division playoff contention.
Toronto Maple Leafs Shutout Lifts Club Into Atlantic Division Playoff Spot
The TOR goaltender turned aside all 28 shots he faced as Toronto Maple Leafs blanked their opponent 3–0 at Scotiabank Arena, moving within two points of the final Eastern Conference wild-card spot.
Carolina Hurricanes Rally Late for Overtime Win at Lenovo Center
A packed Lenovo Center in Raleigh saw Carolina Hurricanes score twice in the final three minutes to force overtime, then seal the 2025-26 victory 54 seconds in. The win kept CAR firmly in Metropolitan Division playoff contention.
Columbus Blue Jackets Shutout Lifts Club Into Metropolitan Division Playoff Spot
The CBJ goaltender turned aside all 28 shots he faced as Columbus Blue Jackets blanked their opponent 3–0 at Nationwide Arena, moving within two points of the final Eastern Conference wild-card spot.
New Jersey Devils Place Top-Six Forward on Injured Reserve
NJD GM confirmed the forward sustained a lower-body injury during morning skate at Prudential Center. The team will reassess after the upcoming four-game road trip through the Metropolitan Division.
New York Islanders Shutout Lifts Club Into Metropolitan Division Playoff Spot
The NYI goaltender turned aside all 28 shots he faced as New York Islanders blanked their opponent 3–0 at UBS Arena, moving within two points of the final Eastern Conference wild-card spot.
New York Rangers Rally Late for Overtime Win at Madison Square Garden
A packed Madison Square Garden in New York saw New York Rangers score twice in the final three minutes to force overtime, then seal the 2025-26 victory 54 seconds in. The win kept NYR firmly in Metropolitan Division playoff contention.
Philadelphia Flyers Rally Late for Overtime Win at Wells Fargo Center
A packed Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia saw Philadelphia Flyers score twice in the final three minutes to force overtime, then seal the 2025-26 victory 54 seconds in. The win kept PHI firmly in Metropolitan Division playoff contention.
Keys to the Ice: Pittsburgh Penguins Begin Critical Metropolitan Division Stretch
With 12 games remaining in the 2025-26 regular season, Pittsburgh Penguins open a crucial stretch of Metropolitan Division matchups. A strong showing at PPG Paints Arena could lock up a top-four seed in the Eastern Conference.
Washington Capitals Shutout Lifts Club Into Metropolitan Division Playoff Spot
The WSH goaltender turned aside all 28 shots he faced as Washington Capitals blanked their opponent 3–0 at Capital One Arena, moving within two points of the final Eastern Conference wild-card spot.
Utah Hockey Club Rally Late for Overtime Win at Delta Center
A packed Delta Center in Salt Lake City saw Utah Hockey Club score twice in the final three minutes to force overtime, then seal the 2025-26 victory 54 seconds in. The win kept UTA firmly in Central Division playoff contention.
Chicago Blackhawks Sign 2025 First-Round Pick to Entry-Level Contract
CHI announced they have signed their 2025 first-round selection to a three-year entry-level deal. The Chicago native posted 32 goals and 61 points in 56 college games last season.
Colorado Avalanche Place Top-Six Forward on Injured Reserve
COL GM confirmed the forward sustained a lower-body injury during morning skate at Ball Arena. The team will reassess after the upcoming four-game road trip through the Central Division.
Dallas Stars Recall Defensive Prospect From AHL Affiliate
The DAL coaching staff bolstered the blue line ahead of a tough Western Conference road swing, recalling a 23-year-old defenseman from the AHL affiliate to fill in for an injured veteran expected to miss two weeks.
Minnesota Wild Shutout Lifts Club Into Central Division Playoff Spot
The MIN goaltender turned aside all 28 shots he faced as Minnesota Wild blanked their opponent 3–0 at Xcel Energy Center, moving within two points of the final Western Conference wild-card spot.
Nashville Predators Rally Late for Overtime Win at Bridgestone Arena
A packed Bridgestone Arena in Nashville saw Nashville Predators score twice in the final three minutes to force overtime, then seal the 2025-26 victory 54 seconds in. The win kept NSH firmly in Central Division playoff contention.
St. Louis Blues Recall Defensive Prospect From AHL Affiliate
The STL coaching staff bolstered the blue line ahead of a tough Western Conference road swing, recalling a 23-year-old defenseman from the AHL affiliate to fill in for an injured veteran expected to miss two weeks.
Winnipeg Jets Shutout Lifts Club Into Central Division Playoff Spot
The WPG goaltender turned aside all 28 shots he faced as Winnipeg Jets blanked their opponent 3–0 at Canada Life Centre, moving within two points of the final Western Conference wild-card spot.
Anaheim Ducks Rally Late for Overtime Win at Honda Center
A packed Honda Center in Anaheim saw Anaheim Ducks score twice in the final three minutes to force overtime, then seal the 2025-26 victory 54 seconds in. The win kept ANA firmly in Pacific Division playoff contention.
Calgary Flames Shutout Lifts Club Into Pacific Division Playoff Spot
The CGY goaltender turned aside all 28 shots he faced as Calgary Flames blanked their opponent 3–0 at Scotiabank Saddledome, moving within two points of the final Western Conference wild-card spot.
Edmonton Oilers Rally Late for Overtime Win at Rogers Place
A packed Rogers Place in Edmonton saw Edmonton Oilers score twice in the final three minutes to force overtime, then seal the 2025-26 victory 54 seconds in. The win kept EDM firmly in Pacific Division playoff contention.
Los Angeles Kings Place Top-Six Forward on Injured Reserve
LAK GM confirmed the forward sustained a lower-body injury during morning skate at Crypto.com Arena. The team will reassess after the upcoming four-game road trip through the Pacific Division.
San Jose Adds Veteran Winger Before 2025-26 Trade Deadline
San Jose Sharks management made a depth move, acquiring an experienced winger who brings Stanley Cup playoff experience and a strong penalty-kill presence to San Jose's Western Conference push.
Seattle Kraken Rally Late for Overtime Win at Climate Pledge Arena
A packed Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle saw Seattle Kraken score twice in the final three minutes to force overtime, then seal the 2025-26 victory 54 seconds in. The win kept SEA firmly in Pacific Division playoff contention.
Vancouver Canucks Shutout Lifts Club Into Pacific Division Playoff Spot
The VAN goaltender turned aside all 28 shots he faced as Vancouver Canucks blanked their opponent 3–0 at Rogers Arena, moving within two points of the final Western Conference wild-card spot.
Vegas Golden Knights Rally Late for Overtime Win at T-Mobile Arena
A packed T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas saw Vegas Golden Knights score twice in the final three minutes to force overtime, then seal the 2025-26 victory 54 seconds in. The win kept VGK firmly in Pacific Division playoff contention.
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The 2025–26 NHL season is the latest chapter in over a century of professional ice hockey. Featuring all 32 franchises across the Eastern and Western Conferences, the season includes 82 regular-season games per team, followed by the Stanley Cup Playoffs in April–June 2026. This page tracks the current season phase, today's live scores, upcoming schedule, and the latest news from every team.
How the 2025–26 NHL Season Works
Each NHL team plays 82 regular-season games — 41 home and 41 away — between October 2025 and April 2026. Points are awarded as 2 for a win, 1 for an overtime/shootout loss, and 0 for a regulation loss. The top 16 teams (8 per conference) advance to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, where four rounds of best-of-seven series determine the champion.
Stanley Cup Playoffs Format
The playoffs consist of four rounds: First Round (16 teams → 8), Second Round (8 → 4), Conference Finals (4 → 2), and the Stanley Cup Final (2 → 1 champion). Each round is a best-of-seven series. The higher-seeded team hosts Games 1, 2, 5, and 7. Home-ice advantage — earned by finishing with more points during the regular season — is a significant strategic factor.
2025–26 NHL Season Key Dates
Preseason: September 2025. Regular Season Opens: October 2025. Trade Deadline: Early March 2026. Regular Season Ends: April 2026. Playoffs Begin: Late April 2026. Stanley Cup Final: June 2026. Exact dates are subject to the official NHL schedule published at NHL.com.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHL Season 2025–26
When does the 2025–26 NHL season start?
The 2025–26 NHL regular season began in October 2025, following preseason play in September. The regular season runs through April 2026, with each team playing 82 games before the Stanley Cup Playoffs begin.
How many teams are in the NHL in 2025–26?
The NHL has 32 teams in the 2025–26 season, divided into two conferences of 16 teams each. The Eastern Conference contains the Atlantic and Metropolitan divisions. The Western Conference contains the Central and Pacific divisions. Each division has 8 teams.
Who won the Stanley Cup most recently?
The most recent Stanley Cup champion before the 2025–26 season was the Florida Panthers, who won the Cup in 2024. The 2025–26 playoffs will crown the next champion in June 2026. Follow the Season phase tracker above to see the current status of the championship race.
What is the NHL salary cap for 2025–26?
The NHL salary cap for the 2025–26 season is $88.0 million USD. All 32 teams must structure their player contracts within this ceiling. The cap floor (minimum spending) is $65.0 million. Cap compliance is enforced throughout the season, including playoff games.
How does the NHL playoff seeding work?
In each conference, the three division winners are seeded 1st, 2nd, and 3rd based on points. The next five teams by points (regardless of division) become the 4th–8th seeds as wild cards. The 1-seed plays the wild-card with fewer points; the 2- and 3-seeds play each other's division's wild card. Division winners are guaranteed a top-3 seed.