Oldest trophy in North American pro sports, awarded to NHL champion
The Vegas Golden Knights have appointed an internal candidate, Ryan Craig, as head coach following the departure of John Tortorella after the team reached the Stanley Cup Final. The move marks a development-through-promotion for the franchise.
Sergei Bobrovsky has signed a three-year, $21 million contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs after leaving the Florida Panthers. Florida has traded for Jacob Markstrom and Akira Schmid, reshaping both teams’ goaltending. The Panthers have also moved Brendan Gallagher to Montreal as part of broader reshuffles.
The World Cup final between Argentina and Spain is set to feature 30 bespoke championship rings for the winners, with 1,996 rings for fans. Donald Trump is attending and will present the trophy, a move that has fueled controversy over the tournament’s political optics. Balogun’s suspension reversal is central to ongoing debates about integrity and influence in the event.
Kuminga remains locked in negotiations as a potential sign-and-trade with the Hawks stalls over years and money. Lakers are viewed as a potential suitor, but the deal hinges on Kuminga’s willingness to accept a multi-year contract at a reduced rate.
AP and other outlets report that the PWHL’s replica Walter Cup has gone missing in transit en route to Lethbridge, Alberta, delaying a public event with Victoire forward Dara Greig. The original trophy remains at the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto.