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sports5 days ago

Porziņģis returns to Warriors facility but remains out indefinitely amid health mystery

Kristaps Porziņģis returned to the Golden State Warriors' facility on Tuesday, ending a two-week absence, but the team confirmed he will remain out indefinitely due to an unspecified health issue. The 31-year-old center posted on social media that he is 'getting better' but must remain patient, while also denying rumors that he has HIV or AIDS. No return timeline has been provided, and he is expected to miss the season opener in eight days.

via Golden State Of Mind|

#golden-state-warriors #health-update #kristaps-porzingis

sports19 days ago•2 min saved

Lakers Training Camp: Defensive Intensity and New Wings Signal Potential Turnaround

The Los Angeles Lakers are showing strong defensive promise in early training camp, with coach JJ Redick praising the physicality of new wing additions Matisse Thybulle and Ziaire Williams. Austin Reaves believes the team's defensive upgrades could make them championship contenders, while Redick admits he is overcoming early 'imposter syndrome' as a head coach.

via Silver Screen and Roll|

#defense #jj-redick #los-angeles-lakers

sports19 days ago•3 min saved

Sixers Training Camp Kicks Off: James Arrives, Edgecombe Embraces Defensive Role

The Philadelphia 76ers began their 2026-27 training camp in Camden, NJ, with LeBron James and Jaylen Brown participating in their first official practice. Coach Nick Nurse emphasized role clarity, while VJ Edgecombe expressed excitement about a new defensive focus. James commuted via helicopter to New York, and the team faces a preseason opener against the Knicks.

via PhillyVoice|

#lebron-james #nba #philadelphia-76ers

sports22 days ago•0 min saved

Anaheim Ducks Finalize 27-Player Roster Ahead of Regular Season

The Anaheim Ducks have finalized their 2026 training camp roster, reducing the group to 27 players. The club assigned three skaters to the AHL affiliate San Diego Gulls and placed two others on waivers for assignment. This move concludes a series of reductions that began in mid-September, leaving the team with 16 forwards, eight defensemen, and three goaltenders for the upcoming regular season.

via NHL.com|

#anaheim-ducks #nhl #roster-moves

sports22 days ago•0 min saved

Ducks Cut Camp Roster to 30, Sending Five Players to AHL

The Anaheim Ducks have finalized their 2026 training camp roster by reducing it to 30 players. The club assigned five skaters to the AHL affiliate, San Diego Gulls, including forwards Sean Farrell, Nathan Gaucher, and James Hamblin, along with defensemen Corey Schueneman and Jett Woo. This move concludes a series of roster reductions that began in mid-September, leaving the team with 17 forwards, 10 defensemen, and three goaltenders ahead of the regular season.

via NHL.com|

#anaheim-ducks #nhl #roster-moves

sports23 days ago•1 min saved

Flyers Trim Roster to 26, Sending Key Prospects Knuble and Luchanko to AHL

The Philadelphia Flyers have reduced their training camp roster to 26 players, sending Cole Knuble, Jett Luchanko, Oliver Bonk, and Jacob Gaucher to the AHL. With three days until the deadline, the club is expected to cut three more players to reach the 23-man limit, likely including Helge Grans, Aleksei Kolosov, and Garrett Wilson.

via PHLY Sports|

#cole-knuble #jett-luchanko #nhl-roster-cuts

sports23 days ago•1 min saved

Anheim Ducks Finalize 35-Player Roster with San Diego Assignments

The Anaheim Ducks have finalized their 2026 training camp roster by reducing it to 35 players. The club assigned three skaters to the San Diego Gulls and placed five others on waivers for assignment, completing a series of moves that began in mid-September.

via NHL.com|

#ahl #anaheim-ducks #nhl

sports24 days ago•6 min saved

Flyers finalize 26-player camp roster, sending Knuble, Bonk to AHL

The Philadelphia Flyers have effectively finalized their 2026-27 NHL roster by sending four prospects, including standout Cole Knuble, to the AHL. The club now holds 26 players, with only minor adjustments expected before the season opener.

via Broad Street Hockey|

#ahl #cole-knuble #nhl

sports25 days ago•5 min saved

Bruins Face Roster Crunch as Injuries and Waivers Loom Before Season Opener

With the 2026-27 season opener against the Rangers approaching on September 29, Boston Bruins coach Marco Sturm faces a compressed timeline to finalize his lineup. Key uncertainties surround the 13th forward spot and the defense corps, complicated by a lower-body injury to Matt Poitras and an undisclosed issue for Mason Lohrei. While JJ Peterka and David Pastrnak are set to anchor the top line, Sturm is evaluating whether to split them for better scoring depth. The team has waived Max Guenette to Providence, and decisions regarding Alex Steeves and Mikey Eyssimont hinge on cap management and performance.

via Boston.com|

#boston-bruins #marco-sturm #nhl

sports25 days ago•7 min saved

LA Kings Trim Camp Roster to 29 Ahead of Preseason Finale

The LA Kings have reduced their training camp roster to 29 players ahead of Saturday's preseason finale, moving 11 players to the AHL, waivers, or junior leagues. While the defense group is largely set, the forward battle remains tight, with Erik Portillo and several young players vying for limited spots. The team is preparing for a regular-season opener in Colorado, with key decisions pending on goaltending depth and forward chemistry.

via LA Kings Insider|

#la-kings #nhl #preseason

sports28 days ago•6 min saved

Kings Trim Camp Roster by 21, Test New Power Play Units Ahead of Preseason

The Los Angeles Kings reduced their training camp roster by 21 players on Day 5, sending several to the AHL and junior leagues. Coach Peter Laviolette tested new defensive pairings and power play units, with Mats Zuccarello continuing non-contact drills. Corey Perry missed practice for personal reasons, while the team prepares for preseason games against Utah and Anaheim.

via LA Kings Insider|

#los-angeles-kings #mats-zuccarello #nhl

sports1 month ago•1 min saved

Penguins Adapt to Condensed NHL Camp with Intrasquad Drills and Rapid Roster Decisions

The Pittsburgh Penguins are navigating a significantly shortened NHL training camp mandated by the new collective bargaining agreement, which limits the team to three practices and four preseason games before the September 30 opener. Assistant GM Jason Spezza and head coach Dan Muse have adjusted their strategies by utilizing intrasquad competitions and dividing the roster into three groups to evaluate players quickly. While the condensed schedule reduces time for line experimentation, it may help minimize injuries. Key players like Sidney Crosby and Erik Karlsson are still in contract discussions, but the organization remains focused on immediate performance and roster certainty.

via DK Pittsburgh Sports|

#cba-changes #nhl #pittsburgh-penguins

sports1 month ago•4 min saved

Malkin stays 'hungry' at 40, leaves door open for 22nd NHL season

Evgeni Malkin is entering his 21st season with the Pittsburgh Penguins but has not ruled out playing beyond 2026-27. The 40-year-old forward signed a one-year, $5.5 million deal in May to avoid unrestricted free agency. During training camp in Cranberry, Pa., Malkin stated he remains 'hungry' and loves the game, but emphasized he will only continue if his body feels 100% and he can contribute to winning. He praised the increased Russian presence on the roster and expressed confidence in his chemistry with linemate Egor Chinakhov.

via dkpittsburghsports.com|

#contract-news #evgeni-malkin #nhl

sports1 month ago•7 min saved

Bruins Test Youth and Depth in First Training Camp Session

The Boston Bruins held their first training camp practice on Thursday at Warrior Ice Arena, splitting a 49-player roster into two groups to evaluate depth ahead of the September 29 season opener. Head coach Marco Sturm prioritized testing young talent, notably placing 19-year-old James Hagens on a line with Fraser Minten and Marat Khusnutdinov, while rookie defenseman Frederic Brunet skated alongside veteran Charlie McAvoy. Despite a crowded defensive corps and a six-game suspension for McAvoy, Sturm emphasized offensive development and energy. David Pastrnak declined to discuss the vacant captaincy, focusing instead on returning to the Stanley Cup after last season's playoff run. The session highlighted internal competition for roster spots, particularly among forwards like Matt Poitras and centers like Elias Lindholm, as the team prepares for an expanded 84-game schedule.

via boston.com|

#boston-bruins #james-hagens #marco-sturm

sports1 month ago•10 min saved

Blues Training Camp Day 1: Group A Reveals Roster Hints Amid Shortened Season

The St. Louis Blues opened training camp on September 17, 2026, at Centene Community Ice Center. With the NHL shifting to an 84-game regular season, the club emphasized urgency and pace. Group A practice lines suggest a clear opening night roster, featuring a new second line centered by Mason McTavish and a retained top line of Dylan Holloway, Robert Thomas, and Jimmy Snuggerud. General Manager Alexander Steen noted increased competition from AHL prospects, while head coach Jim Montgomery praised the depth of the goaltending tandem and new defensive additions.

via NHL.com|

#jordan-binnington #mason-mctavish #nhl