Now that the NHL’s trade deadline has passed, the race for playoff spots heats up.

Ekblad in a statement through the NHLPA said the news that he had failed a random drug test shocked him.

On Monday, NHL.com announced that 16 of their writers cast their votes in a mock election for the winner of the Calder Trophy as Rookie of the Year.

In a statement, Ekblad said he'd taken an undisclosed substance while recovering from a recent injury and that it was 'a shock' when he failed his drug test.

The Florida Panthers are going to be without one of their key defenders for an extended period of time.

The Pittsburgh Penguins dipped into their prospect pool and signed another draftee to an entry-level deal.

Denver, Colo. - The Colorado Avalanche have an opportunity to earn all 12 possible points as they finish up their six-game homestand tonight at Ball Arena. The Chicago Blackhawks are in town to face off against Colorado, their third of four meetings this season.

In the latest instalment of it's Trophy Tracker series, NHL.com has release the result of a polling of 16 of its journalists today concerning the Calder Trophy race. It was a tight affair but Montreal Canadiens rookie blueliner Lane Hutson is edging the competition three quarters of the way into the season.

The Vancouver Canucks are starting to build a strong prospect pool. Whether through the draft, trade or free agency, there are quite a few prospects who could make an impact at the NHL level sooner rather than later. Here is a look at the top ten prospects in Vancouver's system after the 2025 NHL trade deadline.

With the NHL trade deadline behind us, The Hockey News Wraparound Show is back with more rapid-fire topics.