NHL 2025/2026 Hockey

16.4.26 Dallas Stars: Injuries

The Dallas Stars will be without top center Roope Hintz to begin the playoffs after a setback in his lower-body injury recovery. Coach Glen Gulutzan said the team is being cautious, though there is optimism that Miro Heiskanen could return soon. Dallas is also regaining depth with Sam Steel and Radek Faksa back in the lineup ahead of its first-round series against Minnesota Wild.

13.4.26 Colorado Avalanche

Jared Bednar will miss the Colorado Avalanche' upcoming road trip after suffering facial fractures and a corneal abrasion from a puck strike during a game against the Vegas Golden Knights. He is expected to recover without surgery, while assistant coaches take over behind the bench as the team prepares for the playoffs.

12.4.26 Colorado Avalanche

Colorado Avalanche coach Jared Bednar was taken to the hospital after being struck in the face by a puck during a 3-2 overtime loss to the Vegas Golden Knights. Bednar was alert and undergoing evaluation, while assistant coach Dave Hakstol took over duties. The incident occurred late in the third period, and Colorado also saw Josh Manson leave the game with an upper-body injury.

10.4.26 Nashville Predators: Injuries

Nashville Predators captain Roman Josi was a late scratch before a 4-1 loss to Utah due to an upper-body injury despite participating in warmups. Listed as day-to-day, Josi has been in strong form with six points in his last four games and ranks fourth on the team with 54 points. Jordan Oesterle replaced him in the lineup.

9.4.26 Toronto Maple Leafs: Injuries

Anthony Stolarz left the Toronto Maple Leafs' 4-0 loss to the Washington Capitals early with a lower-body injury after making a save attempt. He needed help off the ice, and coach Craig Berube said Artur Akhtyamov will be called up to start the next game. Toronto also lost Dakota Joshua and Brandon Carlo to injuries and is turning to multiple AHL call-ups as it nears the end of a disappointing season.

7.4.26 New Jersey Devils: Injuries

The New Jersey Devils have dismissed general manager Tom Fitzgerald following a disappointing 2025-26 season. Managing partner David Blitzer said the decision came after a mutual discussion about moving in a new direction, despite crediting Fitzgerald with helping reshape the franchise. Fitzgerald, who had one year left on his contract, expressed gratitude for his time with the organization.

31.3.26 Toronto Maple Leafs

The Toronto Maple Leafs have dismissed general manager Brad Treliving following a disappointing season and continued playoff struggles. Despite some early progress under coach Craig Berube, the team is on track to miss the postseason, prompting leadership to seek a new direction. Treliving's tenure was also marked by the departure of star forward Mitch Marner.

24.3.26 Seattle Kraken

Seattle Kraken forward Ryan Winterton will take a temporary leave of absence to attend to a family matter. The 22-year-old is in the midst of a career-best season and recently signed a two-year extension, as Seattle remains in the playoff hunt, trailing the Nashville Predators for a Western Conference wild-card spot.