Hockey News

Blackhawks defenseman Gustav Forsling will miss the start of the season because of a right wrist injury.

The New York Rangers have agreed with forward Ryan Spooner on a two-year contract.

Commissioner Gary Bettman said those who want to conduct gambling business with NHL assets will need to negotiate, as the league wants a cut of the profits.

Matt Read, who played his first seven NHL seasons with the Philadelphia Flyers, signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Minnesota Wild on Monday.

Restricted free agent Kevin Hayes and the Rangers have agreed on a one-year deal.