Who said girls don't know how to play hockey? Keira Novák is an 18-year-old Slovak hockey prodigy with a bright future ahead of her in the sport. She was the first girl ever to be drafted into the NHL, thanks to her incredible talent. Keira is currently playing for the Toronto Maple Leafs, the rivals of the Montreal Canadiens. She loves the team and feels comfortable there. But what if complications arose and she was forced to change teams? Everything happens for a reason.

Who said finding true love had to be urgent? For Nevaeh Halton, it never was. At just 17, she's fully focused on her dreams, studying dance at a prestigious arts school in Chicago. But everything shifts when she attends her older sister's wedding-to none other than an NHL player for the Chicago Blackhawks. There, Nevaeh crosses paths with Connor Bedard, the 19-year-old best man and rising hockey phenom. He's used to the spotlight, but the moment he sees Nevaeh, the noise of the world fades-and for the first time, it's not hockey that has his full attention.

You've known Luke Hughes since middle school - back when his hair was too long, his braces gleamed under cafeteria lights, and he was all gangly limbs and awkward laughter. He was just "Jack's little brother" or "that tall kid in your math class." But years pass, and when you bump into him again - older, broader, with that same boyish grin now paired with an NHL jersey and six-foot-two frame - you're floored. You don't remember him looking like this. And suddenly, you can't stop looking. What starts as a shocked double take spirals into something much riskier: flirty banter, the kind of tension that builds in stolen glances, and late-night confessions that you should've seen coming years ago. Luke's not the kid you remember. He's a man who knows what - and who - he wants. And it turns out what he wants... is you.

You grew up with Luke Hughes - backyard hockey games, late-night study sessions, stolen glances that turned into something real long before either of you were ready for the world to see it. Now, years later, you're one of the most recognizable faces on social media. A brand, a name, an empire. Millions of followers know your routines, your travels, your red carpet moments - but not the boy who's been beside you through it all. Because Luke Hughes isn't just your childhood best friend anymore. He's your secret. Your high school sweetheart. Your fiancé. He's also one of the NHL's brightest stars - and keeping your love out of the spotlight is getting harder every day. Especially when your life revolves around the sport that links you both. You post about hockey. You talk about being a "WAG." You attend Devils games and road trips under the guise of "content creation." But no one - not the fans, not the tabloids, not even your management - knows the truth. When you're invited to compete on Dancing With the Stars, one fateful camera pan threatens to change everything. Suddenly, the secret you've guarded for years might finally see the light - and for the first time, the two of you will have to decide what's worth protecting more: your privacy, or your love.

Who says girls can't be just as tough as guys? Cassidy Faith, 19, is the explosive rookie on Montreal's team La Victoire. Small in size but fierce in spirit, she's known as the team's enforcer - the one who makes her teammates feel ten feet tall every time she hits the ice. Over on the Montreal Canadiens, that same role belongs to 23-year-old Kaiden Guhle - calm, strong, and respected. But everything changes when La Victoire is invited to join the Habs' annual skills competition. Two leaders. Two fiery tempers. One rink. When rivalry turns into something far more complicated, who comes out on top - and what lines will be crossed both on and off the ice?

Who said being a hockey player's little sister was easy? Norah, 18, is the younger sister of Kaiden Guhle. The two have shared a close bond since childhood. When Kaiden moved to Montreal to play for the Canadiens, Norah followed-despite their whole family still living in Alberta. They live in separate apartments, but they're often together. Norah is sociable, open-minded, and completely unfazed by social anxiety. A few of the Habs players flirt with her, and she plays along, though it's never anything serious. But when a new rookie arrives from Russia, brought in to help carry Montreal through its latest challenges, fate puts Norah directly in his path.

Who says boys and girls can't just be friends? Juraj Slafkovsky and Ivana Mrázik have always believed in it. Childhood friends from Slovakia, they grew up side by side-neighbors, partners in mischief, and constants in each other's lives. Their bond was unbreakable. But everything changed when Juraj was drafted to the NHL and had to move to Montreal, Canada. Not long after, Ivana followed-pursuing her studies and a new chapter of life. Now reunited in Montreal, they live together in a luxurious apartment, sharing their days like they used to. But something's different. As the past and present blur, could something deeper than friendship begin to grow between them?

"𝐈 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐧𝐚𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐭, 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐈'𝐦 𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬." 𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧 𝐰𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐠𝐲 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐧 𝐮𝐩 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐬𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐡𝐞𝐫. In the Lover Collection Universe, not the collection TW: This story contains mentions of drug abuse, sexual assault, assault, mental health, anxiety, depression and death. Please read carefully. Will Smith x OC x Macklin Celebrini Why Choose Romance + Next Door Neighbor Slow Burn start date: February 12, 2025 end date:

"Mack, we've all been through this before, it's normal to have a crush every once in a while when you're in a relationship. I know I've been there. The fact that it happened isn't what matters, it's normal, it's healthy. How you handle it is what matters" Coach said. "So what do I do?" I asked. "What are my options?" "Well, I've heard you talk to Ella on the phone before, no offense by this, are you really happy with her? Because that girl seems like she has no respect for you." Lee said. "I love her." I said. "Not what I asked," Lee said. "What did you do in this situation?" I asked coach. "You don't want my answer right now if you're still reflecting on all of this" He said. "I do." I said. He paused. "I reflected, made the decision to end my relationship. But, I had genuine feelings for the other girl, you just met Cubbie, you're not there yet" Coach said, offering me a smile. "Well, how'd it all work out for you?" I asked. "Ask her yourself, she's standing behind you cooking dinner for our kids as we speak" Joe said. Wow that was a lot. I looked back at the door she had just walked out, then looked back at Coach and Lee. "Had a feeling that one would scare you a little bit. "He's not scared, he's reflecting." Lee said, putting emphasis on the word. ⋆˚࿔ TW mentions of: drinking, mental health issues, family issues, and lethal amounts of sarcasm & dark humor

VANCOUVER, CANADA. The heart of hockey and home to the Vancouver Canucks. After making it to playoffs last year, the Canucks are faced with a daunting season this year. With constant OT losses and the rushing adrenaline of trying to prove themselves, the managers attempt to clean the slate. The captain, Quinn Hughes feels the crushing weight on his shoulders of trying to be the solid leader after their losing streaks. Lila Wren is desperate for a job in the marketing world, and getting accepted to work for the Canucks is her best chance. QUINN HUGHES X FEM OC ❁ཻུ۪۪♡