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Canadian government says Russian players with visas will still be barred from WJC

Canadian Press — Wed, 11 Nov 2026 17:12:33 EST

The federal government says Russian athletes who hold valid visas to play in Canada will not be permitted to participate in the 2026 world junior hockey championship in Alberta.

U17 World Challenge takeaways: Another Cullen looks like a top NHL prospect

Mike Koreen — Mon, 09 Nov 2026 08:42:20 EST

The youngest brother of a well-known American hockey family was one of the top players at the U17 World Challenge. Joey Cullen looks like a good bet to be a high pick in the 2028 NHL Draft, writes Mike Koreen.

Lightning recall 2025-26 OHL MVP Sam O’Reilly

Sportsnet Staff — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 11:52:38 EST

Van Koeverden casts doubt on Russia competing as neutrals at Alberta’s WJC

Canadian Press — Mon, 09 Nov 2026 11:11:06 EST

Prospects Report: Why top 2028 NHL Draft prospect Liam Pue is ‘an electric player’

Mike Koreen — Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:17:22 EST

At age 16, Regina Pats star Liam Pue already is one of the most dangerous players in the WHL. There’s every reason to believe he’ll be a high pick in the 2028 NHL Draft, writes Mike Koreen.

Norway says it has been bumped by IIHF to allow Russia to compete at world juniors

Associated Press — Sun, 08 Nov 2026 14:34:48 EST

The Norwegian Ice Hockey Association said Sunday it has been informed that it is being bumped by Russia from competing in the world junior championships in Canada, a decision creating further uncertainty involving the 10-nation tournament.

Canada Red beats Canada White for bronze at U17 World Challenge

Canadian Press — Sat, 07 Nov 2026 19:02:40 EST

Canadian teams drop semifinals at U17 World Challenge hockey tournament

Canadian Press — Fri, 06 Nov 2026 22:35:53 EST

Maddox Schultz notches hat trick in U17 World Challenge quarterfinal

Sportsnet Staff — Thu, 05 Nov 2026 23:27:24 EST

CAS defends Russian hockey reinstatement, says IIHF failed to justify ban

Canadian Press — Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:26:36 EST

WHL expanding to 24 teams with new franchise in Chilliwack

Canadian Press — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 14:52:13 EST

Scout’s Analysis: First ranking of top 32 prospects for 2027 NHL Draft

Jason Bukala — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 11:54:59 EST

With the first part of the season well underway, Jason Bukala has viewed enough of the 2027 NHL Draft class to drop his first ranking of the top 32 prospects.

Canada dismisses fears of international blowback over Russian world junior hockey ban

Canadian Press — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 09:18:14 EST

Carney buys IIHF time by saying no to Russia at world juniors

Frank Seravalli — Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:28:41 EST

CHL navigates new era of movement as NCAA, AHL doors open wider

Canadian Press — Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:55:41 EST

The Canadian Hockey League is navigating a transformed player-movement landscape after changes to NCAA eligibility and, more recently, the ability of elite 19-year-old players to play in the American Hockey League instead of returning to their major junior clubs.

B.C. team says it didn’t know executive was being investigated for sex crimes

Canadian Press — Tue, 03 Nov 2026 13:41:00 EST

Prospects Report: Why Penguins pick Carter Sanderson could be a sixth-round steal

Mike Koreen — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:01:44 EDT

Instead of following some family members into the state sport of rodeo, South Dakota’s Carter Sanderson chose hockey. Now, the Calgary Hitmen captain is doing everything in his power to prove he belongs on Team USA at the world junior championship.

Hockey Canada seeks clarity on Russia’s possible return to world juniors

Canadian Press — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 09:54:17 EDT

A ruling ordering the International Ice Hockey Federation to reinstate Russia has raised questions about the upcoming world junior men’s hockey championship in Alberta and angered some participating countries.

Nine players added to CHL squad for prospects game

Canadian Press — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:12:49 EDT

The Canadian Hockey League added nine additional players to its roster for the 2026 CHL USA Prospects Challenge.

Why 15-year-old Madden Daneault already is excelling in the WHL: ‘He’s an anomaly’

Mike Koreen — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 08:10:25 EDT

Playing against players up to five years older than him in the WHL, Kelowna Rockets rookie Madden Daneault hasn’t shown any signs of backing down. Mike Koreen checks in with the young phenom to get a sense of what makes him tick.

Quebec Remparts to host 2028 Memorial Cup at Vidéotron Centre

Canadian Press — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:46:35 EDT

Prospects Report: Why a return to Quebec is paying off for Remparts’ Scantlebury

Mike Koreen — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:44:53 EDT

After spending years watching James Scantlebury compete against his son in minor hockey, Quebec Remparts GM Simon Gagne knew the forward was a good fit for his club. Scantlebury now is making a compelling case to be a first-round pick in next year’s NHL Draft.

Why Spencer Hyman’s Brantford Bulldogs are the surprise of OHL

Mike Koreen — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 08:25:43 EDT

Through a combination of under-the-radar signings, excellent draft picks and trades, the Brantford Bulldogs are off to a 7-1 start despite losing six NHL first-round picks from last year’s powerhouse squad. GM Spencer Hyman seems to be pushing all the right buttons, writes Mike Koreen.

Bulldogs acquire Sam Roberts, Gary’s son, from Generals

Sportsnet Staff — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:27:02 EDT

Hockey N.S. launches pilot program to teach players about consent, hazing

Canadian Press — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:02:11 EDT

Rangers recall former Canadian junior star Cole Beaudoin from AHL Hartford

Sportsnet Staff — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 14:32:54 EDT

NCAA hockey season preview: Landon DuPont follows Gavin McKenna’s path

Mike Koreen — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 08:27:25 EDT

Landon DuPont’s quest to go first overall in next year’s NHL Draft will see him take his talents to Michigan this season. DuPont’s development is one of several big storylines to watch in the NCAA campaign, writes Mike Koreen.

Prospects Report: QMJHL commish Mario Cecchini talks American influx, expansion

Mike Koreen — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 08:17:51 EDT

QMJHL commissioner Mario Cecchini, entering his fourth full season on the job, is guiding the league through some wild times. He recently sat down with Sportsnet’s Mike Koreen to discuss all things Q.

Brendan Shanahan report makes 11 recommendations for Ontario junior hockey

Canadian Press — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 11:55:27 EDT

Steelheads acquire 17 picks in Tanner Adams trade with Wolves

Sportsnet Staff — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:04:25 EDT

The Brampton Steelheads have cashed in big.