Former Golden Knights Forward’s 11-Year NHL Journey Is Taking Him Back Home

TRENDINGNFL training camp updatesPro Football HOF inductionLynx keep WNBA's top seedFantasy Football Draft KitSenate punts on college sports billStory byRyan O’HaraSun, August 9, 2026 at 3:35 PM UTC·2 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesVegas Golden Knights Offseason RecapIn this series, Heavy Sports is looking at what every NHL team has done over the offseason. Next up is the Vegas Golden Knights. Vegas had a tricky regular season last year as they narrowly clinched a berth in the playoffs, posting a 39-26-17 record. The team let go of former coach Bruce Cassidy late […] The post Vegas Golden Knights Offseason Recap appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYFormer Golden Knights Defenseman Announces Retirement After 14-Year NHL CareerFormer Golden Knights defenseman Brad Hunt has announced his retirement after a remarkable 14-year NHL career that included 58 games with Vegas and a World Championship gold medal with Canada.The Hockey News - Las Vegas Golden KnightsHenderson Silver Knights 2026-27 American Hockey League Season PreviewA new head coach and the same winning standard. That’s what the Henderson Silver Knights are looking for with Joel Ward taking over for Ryan Craig and coaching a team with an established winning culture.The Hockey NewsAdvertisementAdvertisementGolden Knights Linked To Dylan Larkin, But Vegas Should Run From Detroit’s Asking PriceThe Vegas Golden Knights are reportedly among the teams interested in Dylan Larkin, but Detroit’s demand for a first-line center should have Vegas running in the opposite direction.The Hockey News - Las Vegas Golden KnightsCapitals’ Alex Ovechkin Gives Key Details Of His Post-NHL FutureAfter weeks of speculation, Washington Capitals captain and future Hall of Famer Alex Ovechkin announced that he was coming back for at least one more season in the NHL.Ovechkin, who became the all-time leading goal scorer in NHL history in 2025, is going to be with the Capitals for at least one more season, during […] The post Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin Gives Key Details Of His Post-NHL Future appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYWinnipeg's Seth Jarvis to Bring Stanley Cup Home on MondayCelebrate the Carolina Hurricanes' championship run as the star forward brings hockey's ultimate prize to Tuxedo Community Centre for a free public meet-and-greet this Monday afternoon.The Hockey News - Winnipeg JetsFormer Oilers Forward Evander Kane’s NHL Chances Could Be In Serious DangerNot long after his release from the San Jose Sharks, the Edmonton Oilers took a flyer on forward Evander Kane, and it paid off for them, as he proved to be a consistent offensive contributor.As a reward for his strong play, the Oilers re-signed him to a multi-year contract extension, and he later helped them […] The post Former Oilers Forward Evander Kane’s NHL Chances Could Be In Serious Danger appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYNHL Rumors: 5 Free Agent Destinations for Vladimir TarasenkoIt has been over a month since NHL free agency started. Although this is the case, forward Vladimir Tarasenko remains a UFA at this stage.When noting that Tarasenko is a two-time Stanley Cup champion who posted 23 goals and 47 points in 75 games last season with the Minnesota Wild, he should be able to […] The post NHL Rumors: 5 Free Agent Destinations for Vladimir Tarasenko appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYFormer Oilers 1st Overall Pick Taylor Hall Hits Major Life MilestoneThe Edmonton Oilers selected forward Taylor Hall with the first overall selection in the 2010 NHL Draft, which was the first of three straight seasons picking first overall and four of five, culminating in 2015 with Connor McDavid.While Hall was a good player during his time with the Oilers, he never achieved anywhere close to […] The post Former Oilers 1st Overall Pick Taylor Hall Hits Major Life Milestone appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYThe Avalanche Know What Went Wrong. Now They Have To Prove They LearnedAfter an offseason of changing the supporting cast, the Avalanche must prove they also learned the lessons that Vegas exposed in their stunning Western Conference Final sweep.The Hockey News - Colorado AvalancheFormer Oilers Forward Announces Retirement from HockeyThe Edmonton Oilers have had a successful run in recent years, and while that hasn’t yet resulted in a Stanley Cup, the team have made two trips to the Stanley Cup Final in the past three seasons.Obviously, the stars like Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl get all the attention from that success for the Oilers, […] The post Former Oilers Forward Announces Retirement from Hockey appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYThe Hockey News Sunday Recap: Columbus Blue JacketsDid you miss anything from the past week at The Hockey News - Columbus Blue Jackets? If you did, we have you covered with the Sunday Recap. Click on each card below to read the stories from the past week.The Hockey News - Columbus Blue JacketsRed Wings Blockbuster Trade Pitch Sends $70 Million Captain to VegasA blockbuster trade pitch sends Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin and his $70 million contract to the Golden Knights for two players. The post Red Wings Blockbuster Trade Pitch Sends $70 Million Captain to Vegas appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYCapitals’ Alex Ovechkin reveals where he’ll live after NHL retirementAlex Ovechkin is revealing more about what his life will look like, when he finally retires from the Capitals.ClutchPointsNoah Philp's Journey As He Retires From Professional HockeyNoah Philp was standing in the Edmonton Oilers’ dressing room during his first season in the NHL when he was asked what he had taken from his time with the University of Alberta Golden Bears.The Hockey News - Edmonton OilersFormer Shark Evander Kane Reportedly Linked to KHL TeamThe rumor mill is continuing to swirl as we reach the slowest part of the offseason. Former San Jose Sharks forward Evander Kane is currently a name popping up consistently, as he's now been linked to a move to Russia for the second time in his career.The Hockey News - San Jose SharksCanadiens Former Forward Has 5 Options on the TableA former Montreal Canadiens has several suitors to consider, however translating that into a contract may not be easy. The post Canadiens Former Forward Has 5 Options on the Table appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYFrom the Archive: Top 100 NHL Players: 58. Roman JosiThe Hockey News has released its archive to all THN subscribers: 76 years of history, stories, and features.The Hockey News - Nashville PredatorsRangers Blockbuster Trade Pitch Sends $66.5 Million Star to Stanley Cup ChampsA blockbuster Rangers trade pitch would send a $66.5 million star to the reigning Stanley Cup champions as part of a major roster shakeup. The post Rangers Blockbuster Trade Pitch Sends $66.5 Million Star to Stanley Cup Champs appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVY