Ice hockey
Shcherbakov scores and assists as Salavat beat Spartak 3-1
Salavat coach Viktor Kozlov praised 18-year-old defender Nikita Shcherbakov, a New Jersey draft pick, after his goal and assist in a 3-1 win over Spartak.
NHL
Pavel Dorofeev to stay in Connecticut after Rangers move
The 25-year-old forward considered buying property in New York City with his wife Valeria but chose to stay in Connecticut after joining the Rangers from Vegas.
Zibanejad Praises Dorofeyev After First Rangers Practices
Mika Zibanejad calls new Rangers teammate Pavel Dorofeyev a 'deadly sniper' who is strong on the puck and should boost the team's scoring.
Pavel Bure's Ex-Wife Alina Explains Divorce Reasons
Alina, ex-wife of former NHL forward Pavel Bure, says lies and betrayal ended their marriage and that he offers no financial support for their children.
Cherkas Weighs In on Ovechkin's Record Pursuit
Ex-SKA coach Sergei Cherkas is watching Kucherov's form for Tampa, Vasilevskiy's play, and waiting for Ovechkin to break the all-time NHL goals record.
Anaheim Signs Tim Wash to Four-Year Extension
Anaheim ties down forward Tim Wash through 2030/31 with a $2.25 million average annual value, up from his previous $812,500 cap hit.
Cherkas: Kaprizov Must Earn His New Contract
Ex-SKA coach Sergei Cherkas says Kirill Kaprizov faces pressure to deliver after signing an eight-year, $17M cap-hit deal with Minnesota Wild.
Crosby Praises Malkin's New Penguins Contract
Sidney Crosby says he's grateful to have played so long alongside Evgeni Malkin after the 40-year-old signed a one-year deal with Pittsburgh.
Rotenberg on His Send-Off Words to Ovechkin
Roman Rotenberg revealed what he wished Alexander Ovechkin before the Capitals star departed for the US ahead of the new NHL season.
Tocchet Praises Michkov's Speed at Flyers Camp
Flyers coach Rick Tocchet says Matvey Michkov looks noticeably faster on the ice, setting a high tempo and showing a longer, steadier stride in early camp drills.
Panarin Jokes About NHL Pay After Makar's Record Deal
The Kings forward likened his $11 million salary to driving for Uber after Cale Makar became the NHL's highest-paid player at $20.4 million a year.
Zhurova: Ovechkin Never Won Olympic Gold Himself
State Duma deputy and Olympic champion Svetlana Zhurova praised Ovechkin's global standing, saying fans forgive his NHL career because he glorifies Russia.
Kyle Konin to Be Lightning's Emergency Backup Goalie
The 28-year-old American, a Tampa resident, has already been added to NHL game-day rosters five times since 2021/22 due to injuries to other goaltenders.
Brennan Othmann signs new deal with Flames
Calgary re-signed Brennan Othmann to a one-year, two-way contract worth up to $975,000 in the NHL, ending his RFA status.
Ovechkina on Alexander Ovechkin's NHL Future
Alexander Ovechkin's mother, Tatiana Ovechkina, says health and desire will decide whether this season is his last in the NHL with Washington.
Evgeni Malkin on His Future With the Penguins
The 40-year-old, who signed a one-year extension in the offseason, says he'll keep playing only as long as his body lets him help Pittsburgh win.
Hašek Questions Ovechkin's Neutrality Claims
Dominik Hašek criticized Alexander Ovechkin for appearing in a United Russia campaign video, saying the words on peace contradict his actions.
Matvei Michkov Sheds 13.5 kg Over Summer
The Philadelphia forward says he lost 13.5 kilograms in the off-season and feels ready for his final entry-level contract year with the Flyers.
Ilya Samsonov Explains Move to San Jose Sharks
The goaltender says the Sharks were his top choice all summer, admits recent seasons fell short, and vows to fight for playing time to rebuild his NHL form.
Nikishin's agent denies KHL return amid Carolina standoff
Alexander Chernykh says Nikishin has no plans to leave the NHL as the defenceman remains a restricted free agent without a contract in Carolina.
NHL's $10m Contracts Multiply as Salary Cap Surges
New deals for Cutter Gauthier, Drake Batherson and Ryan Leonard show why 35 NHL players now earn $10m or more per season, up from 20 a year ago.
Brad Marchand Out for Panthers' Start to NHL Season
The Florida forward is recovering from August surgery on a lower-body injury and will spend October on rehab, coach Paul Maurice says.
Capitals Skip Ovechkin Birthday Post on X
Washington marked Alexander Ovechkin's 41st birthday on its website but not on X, breaking a three-year streak of social media greetings for the captain.
Nikita Zadorov Wary of Returning to Russia
The Bruins defenceman says new Russian laws make it unclear which of his anti-war comments could put him at legal risk if he goes home.