Hockey

Seattle Kraken head coach Dave Hakstol speaks to the media after a 3-2 win in overtime against the Colorado Avalanche in Game 4 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup first-round playoff series Monday, April 24, 2023, in Seattle. The Seattle Kraken on Wednesday, July 19, signed coach Dave Hakstol to a contract extension through the 2025-26 season after he led the franchise to the second round of the playoffs in its second season.(AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson, File)

Kraken sign coach Dave Hakstol to contract extension through 2025-26 season

By Tim Booth - Associated Press

The Seattle Kraken on Wednesday signed coach Dave Hakstol to a contract extension through the 2025-26 season after he led the franchise to the second round of the playoffs in its second season.

Stephen Curry watches a tee shot on the 16th hole during a practice round at American Century Championship golf tournament Wednesday, July 12, 2023, in Stateline, Nev. (Scott Strazzante/San Francisco Chronicle via AP) **FILE**

Curry closes with eagle, wins American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament

Associated Press

Stephen Curry made an 18-foot putt for eagle on the final hole to win the American Century Championship on Sunday, his first title in the celebrity tournament.

Philadelphia Flyers' Tony DeAngelo plays during an NHL hockey game, Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2023, in Philadelphia. The Philadelphia Flyers have placed defenseman Tony DeAngelo on unconditional waivers after one season with the club. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)

Flyers place defenseman Tony DeAngelo on unconditional waivers a year after trade from Carolina

Associated Press

Colorado Avalanche forward Alex Galchenyuk adjusts his pads during the second period of an NHL hockey game March 22, 2023, in Denver. The Arizona Coyotes have placed newly signed free agent Galchenyuk on unconditional waivers and plan to terminate his contract following his arrest on multiple charges over the weekend, the team said Thursday, July 13. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)

Coyotes terminate contract of Galchenyuk following arrest on multiple charges

Associated Press

Former NHL goalkeeper Dominik Hasek gestures during an interview with The Associated Press in Prague, Czech Republic, Wednesday, June 28, 2023. The NHL great has been a prominent and vocal critic of the International Olympic Committee's recommendation that Russians and Belarusians could compete in international competitions after being approved as neutrals. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

NHL great Hasek demands Russians openly condemn war against Ukraine or be banned from Paris Olympics

By Karel Janicek - Associated Press

Florida Panthers' Marc Staal (18) waits for a face-off against the Carolina Hurricanes during the third period of an NHL hockey game in Raleigh, N.C., Friday, Dec. 30, 2022. Marc Staal is joining the Philadelphia Flyers, signing a $1.1 million contract for next season with a team embarking on a lengthy rebuilding process. General manager Daniel Briere announced the signing Monday, July 3, 2023. (AP Photo/Karl B DeBlaker, File) **FILE**

Flyers sign defenseman Marc Staal to a one-year deal while the Leafs add Max Domi

By Stephen Whyno - Associated Press

Toronto Maple Leafs center Ryan O'Reilly plays against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the first period in Game 4 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup first-round playoff series on April 24, 2023, in Tampa, Fla. On what was technically his first day on the job as general manager, Barry Trotz on Saturday, July 1, 2023, signed a top two-way center in hockey and 2019 playoff MVP Ryan O'Reilly, rugged Stanley Cup-winning defenseman Luke Schenn and a winger in Gustav Nyquist who has something to prove. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara, File)

Predators are winners, and players seeking long contracts are among the losers in NHL free agency

By Stephen Whyno and John Wawrow - Associated Press

Carolina Hurricanes' Max Pacioretty (67) skates against the New Jersey Devils during the second period of an NHL hockey game in Raleigh, N.C., Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023. With just a $1 million increase to the salary cap in 2023 and even more expected next year, short contracts like Pacioretty's are a popular route for players and teams willing to take moderate risks and kick money down the road. (AP Photo/Karl B DeBlaker)

Capitals pivot in free agency after trade market fails to pan out

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

Joel Edmundson speaks to reporters during an end of season NHL hockey media availability in Brossard, Quebec, Friday, April 14, 2023. The Washington Capitals have acquired Edmundson in a trade with the Montreal Canadiens, Saturday, July 1. The Capitals sent third- and seventh-round picks in the 2024 draft to the Canadiens for the veteran defenseman. (Graham Hughes/The Canadian Press via AP, File)

Capitals acquire defenseman Joel Edmunson in a trade with the Canadiens

By Stephen Whyno - Associated Press

In this April 25, 2019, file photo, Toronto Maple Leafs coach Mike Babcock speaks to reporters in Toronto. Babcock is back in the NHL as coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets. The Blue Jackets announced Saturday, July 1, 2023, they’ve hired the Stanley Cup winner to take over behind the bench.(Christopher Katsarov/The Canadian Press via AP, File)

Mike Babcock returns to the NHL as the coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets

By Stephen Whyno - Associated Press

Chicago Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson poses with first round draft pick Connor Bedard during the first round of the NHL hockey draft, Wednesday, June 28, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

No. 1 overall draft pick Connor Bedard begins development camp with Chicago Blackhawks

By Jay Cohen - Associated Press

Tanner Molendyk, center left, poses with Nashville Predators officials after being picked by the team during the first round of the NHL hockey draft Wednesday, June 28, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

Gary Bettman urges fans to boo him, honors David Poile to kick off NHL draft

By Teresa M. Walker - Associated Press

Connor Bedard puts on a Chicago Blackhawks jersey after being picked by the team during the first round of the NHL hockey draft Wednesday, June 28, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

As expected, Connor Bedard selected first in NHL draft by Blackhawks

By John Wawrow - Associated Press

New Jersey Devils' Timo Meier (96) skates with the puck against the Carolina Hurricanes during the first period of Game 2 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup second-round playoff series in Raleigh, N.C., May 5, 2023. The Devils announced Wednesday, June 28, that the team has agreed to terms with restricted free agent winger Meier on an eight-year contract worth $70.4 million. (AP Photo/Karl B DeBlaker, File)

Devils re-sign forward Timo Meier to 8-year, $70M contract

By Tom Canavan - Associated Press

Tampa Bay Lightning's Ross Colton (79) skates with the puck during the first period of an NHL hockey game against the New York Islanders, April 6, 2023, in Elmont, N.Y. The Colorado Avalanche have acquired forward Colton from Tampa Bay Wednesday, June 28, and are expected to lose J.T. Compher to free agency. A person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press that Compher is testing the free agent market. Colton scored in the clinching game when the Lightning won the Stanley Cup in 2021. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II, File)

Avalanche trade for Ross Colton from the Lightning. They’re expected to lose J.T. Compher

By Stephen Whyno - Associated Press