New Jersey finished near the bottom of the Metropolitan Division last season and missed the playoffs, prompting a busy offseason. The Devils hired Sunny Mehta as general manager, traded Jacob Markstrom, and added forward…
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This week in Goaltending · updated Sun Sep 20 2026
This week in goaltending featured significant roster movement and trade speculation. The Sharks signed Ilya Samsonov to a one-year, two-way deal, adding a fourth NHL-experienced netminder to a group that already includes Yaroslav Askarov, Alex Nedeljkovic, and Eric Comrie. Meanwhile, Connor Ingram announced his retirement after five NHL seasons, finishing with a 55-54-18 record and a 3.01 goals-against average. The biggest storyline remains the ongoing trade buzz surrounding Connor Hellebuyck, with Buffalo, Utah, and Carolina still reportedly interested after the 33-year-old requested a trade with an expanded list of preferred destinations. Additionally, fantasy rankings for 2026-27 were released, emphasizing job security and workload over past performance.
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Devils' October Storylines: Net Stability, New Forwards, Health
Fleury recalls Chara and Weber as hardest shooters he faced
Marc-Andre Fleury identified Zdeno Chara and Shea Weber as the two players with the hardest shots he faced during his career. He said a shot from either to the stomach leaves a lasting impact. Both defensemen won multipl…
Daily Faceoff ranks every NHL team's goaltending stable for the new season
The article evaluates all 32 NHL teams' goaltending depth, noting the trend toward using multiple netminders as injuries and workload management become more common. Colorado's duo of Scott Wedgewood and Mackenzie Blackwo…
Capitals Goalie Debuts Wedding Crashers-Themed Mask
Logan Thompson unveiled a new goalie mask at practice inspired by the 2005 film 'Wedding Crashers.' The mask, painted by Dave Fried, features characters like Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson alongside Capitals logos. It cont…
Sharks Sign Ilya Samsonov to One-Year, Two-Way Deal
Ilya Samsonov has signed a one-year, two-way contract worth $850,000 with San Jose after a season in the KHL. The Sharks now boast four NHL-experienced goalies, including Samsonov, Yaroslav Askarov, Alex Nedeljkovic, and…
Goaltender Connor Ingram Retires After Five NHL Seasons
Connor Ingram has announced his retirement from professional hockey. Over his career with Nashville, Arizona, Utah, and Edmonton, he posted a 55-54-18 record with a 3.01 goals-against average.
Hellebuyck Trade Buzz: Sabres, Mammoth, Hurricanes Still in Pursuit
Elliotte Friedman reports that Buffalo, Utah, and Carolina remain interested in acquiring Connor Hellebuyck from Winnipeg. The 33-year-old goalie recently disclosed that he asked for a trade with a significantly expanded…
Fantasy Hockey 2026-27: Ranking the Most Reliable Netminders
The Hockey News has released its top-10 goaltender rankings for the upcoming fantasy season, noting that goalies remain the hardest position to project. Their list prioritizes job security and expected workload over past…