The 8-0 vote was the last step needed to strengthen Seattle's expansion application.

Even more angry than they should have been before this.

With the Philadelphia Flyers' introduction of Gritty, we take a look at the most absurd mascots in NHL history.

Gritty looks awfully cuddly.

Monday's collection of links

Here are some injury situations that are worth monitoring as training camps and the preseason roll on.

Paul Byron has been one of the few bright spots for the Montreal Canadiens the past two years.

MacKinnon's prepared to embrace the pressure of being one of the game's elite players.

It's tough to imagine things getting worse for Jason Spezza when compared to last season.

Spencer Knight sure hopes so.

The 34-year-old could be the odd man out following a contract year.

It's still the preseason, but both players got off to a good start.

Mike Green is reportedly dealing with a virus that attacked his liver.

The Canadiens and Panthers meet on Dec. 28.

Pittsburgh experiments with different setups in training camp.

''I think the best thing for the team and myself was to be here as soon as possible.''

Ilya Kovalchuk is already making an impact with the Kings.

Friday's collection of links.

The Max Domi suspension should be viewed as an unacceptable punishment for an action that should have had far more significant consequences.

He will not miss any regular season games or lose any salary as a result of the suspension.

Fatigue and injuries are real concerns for the aging goalie.

The newest Shark was introduced on Wednesday afternoon.

Thursday's collection of links.

Should Domi also receive a suspension?

Their mixed salary cap outlook after signing Sam Reinhart.

It's only preseason, but these highlights were a delight to watch.

Requesting story modes, classic teams, and more.

He keeps his good calls close and his bad calls closer.

Reinhart betting on himself with two-year deal.

The Boston Bruins beat the Calgary Flames 3-1 in NHL's preseason game in China.

The Golden Knights were the story of the NHL last year and with the additions of Max Pacioretty and Paul Stastny in the offseason, don't be surprised if they are in the hunt for the Stanley Cup, again.

The most difficult part of camp might actually be playing hockey.

The Washington Capitals expelled their Stanley Cup demons last year and have a real chance to repeat as champs.

The Sharks made a big splash in the offseason by trading for Erik Karlsson who will team up with Brent Burns to form an incredible defensive duo that helps make San Jose a legitimate contender for the...

Wednesday's collection of links.

More than just a "glorified roster update" from EA.

Get ready for the "William Hill Line Change."

With that in mind, let's ask if he should jump right away into the NHL.

Barkov is now the 10th captain in Panthers franchise history.

He might break the bank two years from now.

Teams certainly aren't afraid to make big decisions with their captains.

Tuesday's collection of links.

Another Art Ross Trophy and he'll join a very small list of players to win it three years in a row.

All of these players are potential unrestricted free agents next summer.

Nurse will remain an RFA once this contract expires.

Happy that training camp has started, Lundqvist is looking forward to seeing how the team shapes up.

MacKenzie was "proud to hand the captain's 'C' off to a leader as mature and deserving as Aleksander is."

Monday's collection of links.

On Sept. 1, 2019, the league has the option and then, on Sept. 15, the NHLPA has the option to terminate the labor pact.

Morrissey signs cap-friendly deal in Winnipeg.