Topic

Cba

2 stories from the newsroom.

Ryan Leonard warms up for the Capitals before a game at Madison Square Garden in April 2026. — Danny Wild-Imagn Images

CONTRACT

Sep 15, 2026

Capitals Lock Up Ryan Leonard for Eight Years, $84 Million

Washington got its 21-year-old winger signed before the new CBA closed the door on eight-year deals at midnight.

Seth Jarvis jumps in front of Sergei Bobrovsky during Carolina's game against Florida at Lenovo Center on January 16, 2026. File photo. — James Guillory-Imagn Images

SEASON OPENER

Jul 15, 2026

NHL Season Opens Sept. 29 with Hurricanes Hosting Panthers

The league announced opening night matchups Wednesday, with the defending champion Hurricanes raising their banner against Florida in a five-game slate.