The Hockey News

The Hockey News has been providing the most comprehensive coverage of the world of hockey since 1947. In each issue, you'll find news, features and opinions about the NHL and leagues across North America and the world.

MASTHEAD

JUDGING GREATNESS IS NO EASY FEAT

TARIFFS ARE TAXES ON HOCKEY MOMS AND DADS

ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE • Alex Ovechkin accomplished the unthinkable in besting Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goal-scoring mark. So, what’s next? Here’s a look at some of the game’s other ‘unbreakable’ records that maybe, just maybe, could also fall by the wayside one day in the future

BEHIND THE MASK

JERSEY HOUND

REGRET-O-METER • Over the past 20 years, the teams that ponied up these high-priced packages to land sought-after players at the trade deadline were left with buyer’s remorse

IN THE CARDS

THE COUNTDOWN • To the shock of absolutely no one, the winningest franchise also holds the top spot for individual honors

PUCK CULTURE • If you need a puck fix during those long summer months, check out these series

A FAMILY MAN, A FRIEND AND A CONFIDANT • With an analytical goaltending mind and a fierce work ethic, Greg Millen was passionate about hockey. But family always came first

GUIDING THE WAY • The longtime NHL executive won a Stanley Cup, but he’ll be remembered more for his mirth, mentorship and honesty

THE EIGHT GREATEST • THANKS TO AN UNMATCHED PASSION FOR SCORING, INCREDIBLE DURABILITY AND, OF COURSE, AN IMMENSE AMOUNT OF SKILL, ALEX OVECHKIN MADE THE IMPOSSIBLE LOOK EASY IN SETTING THE NHL’S ALL-TIME GOAL RECORD

TOP 100 NHL PLAYERS

TOP 100 NHL PLAYERS: 1. NATHAN MACKINNON • His skill set overfloweth, and then there’s his speed and intensity. Add in his renowned work ethic, and you’ve got the best player in the game

TOP 100 NHL PLAYERS: 2. CONNOR MCDAVID • After adding a best-on-best international title to his ever-expanding trophy case, the Oilers pivot only has one bauble left to chase down

TOP 100 NHL PLAYERS: 3-7

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TOP 100 NHL PLAYERS: 42. LUCAS RAYMOND • The Red Wings didn’t have much lottery-ball luck in the throes of their rebuild, but they got their guy nonetheless. And the slick Swede is set to power Detroit back to glory

TOP 100 NHL PLAYERS: 43-46

TOP 100 NHL PLAYERS: 47. CLAYTON KELLER • While he may not have come from a hockey family, NHL bloodlines have been a part of Clayton Keller’s journey in the sport since his early days growing up in the St. Louis area

TOP 100 NHL PLAYERS: 48-55

TOP 100 NHL PLAYERS: 56. J.T. MILLER • The 2024-25 season was a whirlwind for both the Rangers and their recently re-acquired center. And while this season didn’t go as planned, the fit is perfect

TOP 100 NHL PLAYERS: 57-61

TOP 100 NHL PLAYERS: 62. SETH JARVIS • The undersized winger has made a career of defying expectations. And even after being recognized on the world stage, Seth Jarvis still plays with a chip on his shoulder

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TOP 100 NHL PLAYERS: 81. MATT DUCHENE • The Stars pivot could spend his time off anywhere he wants, and, as it turns out, that will take him – and hopefully the Stanley Cup – back to where he started

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TOP 100 NHL PLAYERS: 87-90

TOP 100 NHL PLAYERS: 91. JESPER BRATT • How did Jesper Bratt go from sixth-rounder to NHL star? With skill and speed, of course. But hard work and commitment have also helped – a lot

TOP 100 NHL PLAYERS: 92. GUSTAV FORSLING • The Panthers...