The building that opened in 1996 had been known as Amalie Arena since 2014. … [Read more...] about The home of the NHL’s Tampa Bay Lightning renamed Benchmark International Arena
Defenseman Ryker Evans agrees to 2-year extension with Seattle Kraken
Evans, 23, recorded 25 points on five goals and 20 assists in 73 games during his first full season with the Kraken. … [Read more...] about Defenseman Ryker Evans agrees to 2-year extension with Seattle Kraken
Seattle Kraken mascot has a close encounter with a brown bear during video shoot in Alaska
The mascot named Buoy was on a fly-fishing outing in Katmai National Park as part of a trip promoting youth hockey when the bear approached, video released by the team shows. … [Read more...] about Seattle Kraken mascot has a close encounter with a brown bear during video shoot in Alaska
Alex Laferriere agrees to three-year, $12.3 million contract to stay with Kings
The 23-year-old Laferriere had 19 goals and 23 assists last year for the Kings, emerging as a dependable scorer in only his second NHL season. He largely played on the right wing alongside Quinton Byfield and Kevin Fiala. … [Read more...] about Alex Laferriere agrees to three-year, $12.3 million contract to stay with Kings
Longtime Capitals center Backstrom is resuming his hockey career with Brynas IF in Sweden
Nicklas Backstrom is resuming his hockey career back in his native Sweden with Brynas IF after missing all of last NHL season because of a nagging hip injury. … [Read more...] about Longtime Capitals center Backstrom is resuming his hockey career with Brynas IF in Sweden