Taige Harding’s penalty minutes almost quadrupling in his last season at Providence College might raise some red flags about his game on the surface. That’s not normally a welcomed trend. That is, until you hear why Harding went from receiving 12 penalty minutes as a junior to 46 as a senior.

If the Sharks finish 32nd, they’ll have a 25.5% chance of winning the NHL Draft Lottery and be assured of a top-three draft pick. If they finish 31st, San Jose will have a 13.5% chance in the lottery and select no lower than fourth overall.

Interim coach Anders Sorensen has utilized Foligno as an extension of the coaching staff, telling him to pass along messages to youngsters like Oliver Moore, who sat in the locker next to Foligno’s on Friday in Washington. Sorensen commended Foligno for being a “true pro” and not resenting the kids jumping over him.

A look at the Chicago Blackhawks' ups and downs with seven games remaining in the 2024-24 season, including goaltending and prospects.

Spencer Knight came in hot to the Chicago Blackhawks after being acquired and looked like the franchise goalie the team needed. After winning his first two starts with his new team, the 23-year-old has now lost seven of eight games.

A trade pitch has the Chicago Blackhawks acquiring Anthony Duclair from the New York Islanders in an offseason move.