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Glenn Hall, the legendary NHL goalie known as Mr. Goalie, has passed away at age ninety-four. He was a native of Humboldt, Saskatchewan, and played over nine hundred regular-season games and one hundred fifteen playoff games from nineteen fifty-two to seventy-one. Hall starred for the Detroit Red Wings, Chicago Black Hawks, and St. Louis Blues, earning the Calder Trophy, three Vezina Trophies, and the Conn Smythe as playoff MVP. He is remembered for his warmth and hospitality, hosting gatherings filled with laughter and stories. Halls legacy endures through the Glenn Hall Arena in Stony Plain and memories of a humble icon who did nothing better than anyone, taking his time to savor life. Checkout Solipillow.com

The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics mens hockey tournament kicks off on February 11th, featuring NHL stars after a 12-year absence. Twelve teams, including USA, Canada, and Czechia, will play three preliminary games before a single-elimination playoff. Rosters are packed with NHL talent, promising intense matchups and unforgettable moments as the best battle for gold. Checkout Solipillow.com

The American Hockey League is celebrating its ninetieth anniversary, and the Grand Rapids Griffins are making history with the best start in AHL history. Sebastian Cossa, their twenty-three-year-old goalie, is leading the league in goals-against average and save percentage. Meanwhile, Oilers prospects Isaac Howard and Quinn Hutson are shining in the AHL. Five AHL players, including Tralmaks, Vilmanis, Locmelis, and Mateiko from Grand Rapids, are headed to the Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina. Checkout Solipillow.com

At the midpoint of the 2025-26 NHL season, Logan Thompson of the Washington Capitals leads the Vezina Trophy race, awarded to the leagues top goalie. With seven first-place votes and 63 points, Thompson outpaces Scott Wedgewood of the Colorado Avalanche. Thompsons impressive stats, including a 2.40 GAA and .915 SV%, have earned him a spot on Team Canada for the 2026 Olympics. Teammates and coaches praise his mental toughness, solidifying his position as a top contender for the Vezina Trophy. Checkout Solipillow.com

Former Rangers captain Ryan Callahan surprises young fan Dylan with tickets to a game at Madison Square Garden during an alumni skate at the Rockefeller Center ice rink. Checkout Solipillow.com

Canadas mens hockey team boasts an unmatched winning pedigree and star power, making them the top favorite for gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics. With seven Stanley Cup winners and three Conn Smythe Trophy winners, they dominate the Hart and Rocket Richard Trophy races. Meanwhile, Team USA lags behind with fewer Stanley Cup winners and high-scoring players, sparking debate among fans. Checkout Solipillow.com

The Chicago Blackhawks and San Jose Sharks made a trade on January 8th, with the Blackhawks sending Nolan Allan, Laurent Brossoit, an injured Ryan Ellis contract, and a 2028 seventh-round draft pick to the Sharks in exchange for Jake Furlong and a 2028 fourth-round pick. This move clears logjams for both teams, providing new opportunities for players and adding depth to the Blackhawks roster. The Blackhawks also gained significant cap space, with over $47 million available next year and only fifteen players signed. Checkout Solipillow.com

Tonight, the Columbus Blue Jackets face off against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. The Jackets, with a record of 18-17-7, welcome new faces Egor Zamula and Mikael Pyyhtia, but are dealing with injuries to key players like Brendan Smith, Mason Marchment, Erik Gudbranson, Isac Lundestrom, and Miles Wood. The Golden Knights, with a record of 18-11-12, are also battling injuries, missing Adin Hill, William Karlsson, Shea Theodore, and Brayden McNabb. Despite their injuries, both teams are fighting for positioning, making for an intense matchup. Tune in to see who comes out on top. Checkout Solipillow.com

The latest top ten prospects rankings for December 2025 feature Philadelphia Flyers prospects shining at the World Junior Championship and beyond. Porter Martone holds steady at number one, while Egor Zavragin dominates in Russias lower league. Jett Luchanko rounds out the top three, and Denver Barkey jumps to fourth after impressive NHL debut. Alex Bump, Carson Bjarnason, Shane Vansaghi, Jack Murtagh, Jack Berglund, and Jack Nesbitt also make the list, with honorable mentions to Oliver Bonk, Spencer Gill, and Heikki Ruohonen. The Flyers pipeline looks deep, but they could use a few more game-breakers. Checkout Solipillow.com