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On Excellence, by John Wooden
"It takes time to create excellence. If it could be done quickly, more people would do it."
-John Wooden
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Tuesday, October 20, 2026
#NHLPeachy @NHL Morning Skate – Oct. 20, 2026
* “The World’s Most Famous Arena” witnessed a sixth straight Rangers win to open the 2026-27 season – two shy of a franchise record – and did so once again thanks to the services of Alexis Lafrenière and Dylan Garand.
* It was a clash between the No. 1 and No. 2 picks of the 2026 NHL Draft at Scotiabank Arena and Gavin McKenna netted the game-winning goal against Ivar Stenberg. A first-overall pick has won each of the past five first-ever meetings against his draft year’s second-overall pick.
* The Jets and Canadiens, closing in on their meeting at the 2026 Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic, are two of 22 teams taking to the ice Tuesday – a slate that also includes an ESPN and Sportsnet+ doubleheader, as well as the League’s top point producer and leading goal scorer facing off when Connor McDavid and the Oilers host Kirill Kaprizov and the Wild.
RANGERS SCORE EARLY AND OFTEN, IMPROVE TO 6-0-0 AT MSG
Sean Durzi scored 78 seconds into the contest, Alexis Lafrenière (0-2—2) factored on the game-winning goal and Dylan Garand (29 saves) fell 69 seconds shy of his second career shutout as the Rangers (7-3-1, 15 points) won each of their first six home games of a season for the third time in franchise history (8 GP in 1990-91 & 6 GP in 1983-84).
* Lafrenière (7-6—13 in 11 GP) sits tied for 11th in League scoring this season and can become the first Rangers player age 25 or younger to average at least a point per game in a single season (min. 10 GP) since Sergei Zubov (12-77—89 in 1993-94; 1.14 P/GP).
* The Rangers, who have drafted notable goaltenders like Henrik Lundqvist, Mike Richter, John Vanbiesbrouck and Igor Shesterkin, watched Garand (No. 103 in 2020) improve to 6-2-2 in his career. New York is one of five teams in NHL history with 1,000 or more wins by netminders they selected in the NHL Draft (1,287).
McKENNA LIFTS MAPLE LEAFS PAST STENBERG, SHARKS
Monday was the first meeting between the top-two picks in the 2026 NHL Draft and Gavin McKenna broke a third-period tie with his first career game-winning goal to lift the Maple Leafs over the No. 2 selection, Ivar Stenberg, and the Sharks.
* Fellow No. 1 pick, Auston Matthews (1-2—3), collected a primary assist on McKenna’s third goal of the season as the latter became the fifth Maple Leafs player age 18 or younger – and first in more than 80 years – to score a game-winning goal. The others: Jack Hamilton (4 in 1943-44), Ted Kennedy (2 in 1943-44), Bud Poile (1 in 1942-43) and Busher Jackson (1 in 1929-30).
* McKenna (3-3—6 in 10 GP) sits second in both goals and points among rookies in 2026-27, behind Trevor Connelly (4-3—7 w/ VGK), but has produced the second best 10-game start to a career by an 18-year-old Maple Leafs player in the NHL’s modern era, trailing Russ Courtnall (3-7—10 in 1983-84).
MAMMOTH MANAGE ANOTHER WIN IN HIGH-SCORING GAME
Utah's 5-2 lead to begin the third period became a one-goal lead after Pittsburgh tallied twice. The Penguins pressed for the tying goal in the dying seconds but were denied any hope of extending the game beyond regulation by rookie goaltender Sebastian Cossa, whose ‘Save of the Year’ submission helped the Mammoth prevail in another high-scoring game at their home arena. Delta Center is one of two rinks treating fans to 8.00 goals per game or more this season (excluding shootout-deciding goals), alongside Rogers Arena in Vancouver (8.67).
* The Mammoth (7-3-0, 14 points) have recorded each of their wins this season in regulation – tied for the League lead with the Rangers. Utah’s offense has played a big role in its strong start as its 38 goals are tied with Colorado for the second most this season (VGK: 41) and its four contests with at least five goals trails only Vegas (5 GP).
* Four Mammoth players recorded multiple points in their win, including Nate Schmidt (1-1—2) and Kevin Stenlund (1-1—2) who did so for the first time this season. Utah now has 12 players who have posted a multi-point outing in 2026-27, which trails only the Penguins, Hurricanes, Avalanche and Devils (all w/ 13) for the most among all teams.
“CITY OF BROTHERLY LOVE” FEATURES FEEL-GOOD, FATHER-SON MOMENT
The Flyers captured their second win in as many contests after Trevor Zegras (0-3—3) assisted on all three Philadelphia goals against the Avalanche. The victory also featured Cole Knuble’s NHL debut (13:44 TOI), the son of Mike Knuble – who skated in 1,068 career games (338 GP w/ PHI). Mike’s 34 goals in 2005-06 were tied for the fourth most by a player in their first season with the franchise.
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CANADIENS AND JETS BACK IN ACTION AS HERITAGE CLASSIC APPROACHES
The Jets (4-2-2, 10 points) and Canadiens (4-3-1, 9 points) will each take part in an 11-game Tuesday, with two games remaining before the two clubs clash at the 2026 Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic at Princess Auto Stadium on Sunday, October 25 (7 p.m. ET; SN, TVAS, TNT, truTV and HBO Max). Click here for the #NHLStats Pack: 2026 Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic – everything you need to know about the event.
* Mark Scheifele and Kyle Connor have been foundations of the Jets offense since the latter made his NHL debut in 2016-17 and have combined for more than 1,400 points (647-808—1,455) – one of eight active teammates to reach the total during that span. Did You Know? Scheifele and Connor have factored on the same goal an NHL-leading 120 times in the past three seasons (since 2024-25).
* No Canadiens player has scored more goals for the franchise than Cole Caufield since he first debuted in 2020-21 (174), which includes the overtime winner for Montreal in his last outing. His 93 tallies since 2024-25 are tied with Leon Draisaitl for the most among all skaters.
* ICYMI: The NHL unveiled a first look at its planned transformation of Princess Auto Stadium in Winnipeg, Manitoba, for the 2026 Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic. The NHL will convert the stadium into a larger-than-life Canadian cabin retreat, with the rink serving as the centerpiece of an immersive NHL Heritage Classic experience. At the heart of the stadium sits the outdoor rink, framed by oversized rustic timber logs that create the appearance of a massive cabin wall.
MORE MUST-SEE MOMENTS ARE ON THE HORIZON
A head-to-head meeting between the NHL’s leading scorer (Connor McDavid: 6-17—23) and goal-getter (Kirill Kaprizov: 10-5—15 in 9 GP) as well as Nikita Kucherov and Alex Ovechkin’s pursuit of a franchise record are just some of the must-see moments on tap Tuesday.
* McDavid has found the score sheet in every game to start 2026-27 and Kaprizov has scored in all but three games this season for the Wild as the pair of stars meet for their 14th regular season showdown (McDavid: 4-11—15 & 3-10-0; Kaprizov: 2-10—12 & 10-3-0). In general, the NHL’s point leader owns an 18-6-2 edge in head-to-head meetings with the League’s leading goal scorer (8-16-2) since 2021-22.
* A doubleheader on ESPN and Sportsnet+ concludes with a clash between Kucherov and Jack Eichel at T-Mobile Arena. Kucherov (404-730—1,134 in 887 GP), who has collected at least a point in every game he has played against Vegas (14 GP), needs four points to eclipse Steven Stamkos (555-582—1,137 in 1,082 GP) for the Lightning record.
* Ovechkin has collected assists in back-to-back contests and has boosted his career totals to 930-761—1,691. He needs two assists to overtake Nicklas Backstrom (762) for the most in franchise history and become the fourth player born outside North America to lead a franchise in goals, assists and points alongside Aleksander Barkov (FLA), Patrik Elias (NJD) and Daniel Alfredsson (OTT).
#CruisingPeachy SEMA LIVE PRESENTED BY AUTOZONE TO DELIVER 32 HOURS OF 2026 SEMA SHOW COVERAGE
- Livestream will feature vehicle reveals, new products, industry interviews and live action from the automotive aftermarket’s premier gathering. --
SEMA Live presented by AutoZone will deliver 32 hours of livestreamed coverage from the 2026 SEMA Show, giving automotive professionals and enthusiasts worldwide access to new products, vehicle reveals, industry leaders and live demonstrations from the Las Vegas Convention Center Nov. 3-6.
Streaming on SEMA’s YouTube and Facebook channels, SEMA Live will take viewers across the Show campus for new-product introductions, vehicle reveals, interviews with industry leaders and builders, emerging trends and live demonstrations showcasing the creativity and ingenuity of the automotive aftermarket.
“The SEMA Show is where the automotive aftermarket comes together to discover what’s next, build meaningful relationships and create new opportunities for growth,” said SEMA Vice President of Events Tom Gattuso. “SEMA Live extends that experience to a global audience, connecting viewers with the people, products and ideas moving the industry forward.”
Hosted by Chris Jacobs, with reports from JC Fernandez and Cristy Lee, SEMA Live will take viewers throughout the Show floor and outdoor activation areas. Featured programming will include:New products and vehicle reveals: First looks at new products, technologies and custom vehicles from major manufacturers, including Ford, Harley-Davidson, Honda Racing Corporation, Mitsubishi, Mopar/Stellantis, Nissan and Toyota.
Industry voices: Conversations with business leaders, builders and personalities shaping the automotive aftermarket, car culture and motorsports. Scheduled guests include Harley-Davidson CEO Artie Starrs; In-N-Out President Lynsi Snyder; builders Chip Foose and Dave Kindig; and automotive and motorsports icons Jay Leno and Mario Andretti.
SEMA Battle of the Builders Presented by Mothers: Coverage of the competition and the craftsmanship behind its standout vehicles.
Expanded Powersports, Side-by-Side and Lifestyle Area: Dedicated coverage of the expanded Show section, including the vehicles, products, trends and experiences driving the powersports and side-by-side markets.
Live demonstrations: Action from the Show’s outdoor activations and performance areas.
SEMA Cruise: Coverage of vehicles departing the Las Vegas Convention Center on Friday, Nov. 6.
“Viewers will get more than Show-floor highlights,” said SEMA Trade Show Director Andy Tompkins. “SEMA Live will take them inside new-product and vehicle debuts, connect them with the builders and businesses creating the products and deliver live coverage of the demonstrations and experiences that make the SEMA Show unlike any other automotive event.”
The 2026 SEMA Show will bring the global automotive aftermarket together Nov. 3-6 for four days of product discovery, professional education, networking and business development. The Show will feature more than 2,000 participating brands across more than 1 million net square feet of exhibit space.
SEMA Live will stream from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. PT each day, Nov. 3-6. Viewers can watch on SEMA’s YouTube and Facebook channels and follow SEMA’s social channels for programming announcements and broadcast updates.
The 2026 SEMA Show opens on Election Day, Nov. 3. SEMA’s Drive the Vote campaign encourages attendees to make a plan to vote before traveling to Las Vegas. Visit sema.org/vote for more information.
For information about the 2026 SEMA Show or to register, visit semashow.com.
ABOUT SEMA AND THE SEMA SHOW
The SEMA Show is a trade show produced by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), a nonprofit trade association founded in 1963. Since the first SEMA Show debuted in 1967, the annual event has served as the leading venue bringing together manufacturers and buyers within the automotive specialty equipment industry. Products featured at the SEMA Show include those that enhance the styling, functionality, comfort, convenience and safety of cars, trucks, side-by-sides, and two-wheel vehicles.
Monday, October 19, 2026
#NHLPeachy @NHL #NHLStats Morning Skate – Oct. 19, 2026 PLUS THE WINNINGEST COACH IN HOCKEY PLUS HIS AWESOME TEAM @AnaheimDucks #CoachQ #Quenneville IS IN TOWN TONIGHT AT @TheGarden
* Kirill Kaprizov scored his League-leading 10th goal of the season and became the first player in Wild history to be the first in the League (tied or outright) to a double-digit goal total.
* The Flames netted a go-ahead goal in the final five minutes of regulation to earn their first win at Scotiabank Saddledome of the season and snap the Hurricanes’ winning streak at seven contests.
* A four-game slate features the top two picks from the 2026 NHL Draft going head-to-head as Gavin McKenna and the Maple Leafs host Ivar Stenberg and the Sharks for Monday Night Hockey on Sportsnet+.
KAPRIZOV HITS DOUBLE DIGITS AS WILD EXTEND STREAK AT HOME
After the Wild took a 1-0 lead, the Blue Jackets pulled even exactly one minute later but Kirill Kaprizov (1-0—1) broke the stalemate and became the first player to hit a double-digit goal total this season as Minnesota maintained a perfect 4-0-0 record at home to start the season.
* Kaprizov became the sixth active player to reach 10 goals in a season in nine games or fewer, alongside Auston Matthews (6 GP in 2018-19), Alex Ovechkin (8 GP in 2017-18), David Pastrnak (9 GP in 2019-20 & 2018-19), Nikita Kucherov (9 GP in 2017-18) and Sidney Crosby (9 GP in 2016-17). Kaprizov also became the fastest player in Wild history to reach the mark in a season (9 GP), eclipsing Brian Rolston (12 GP in 2006-07).
* Kaprizov factored on a game-winning goal for the 78th time in his career and surpassed Marian Gaborik (77) for the third most in franchise history behind Mikko Koivu (122) and Zach Parise (86).
FLAMES SNAP HURRICANES WIN STREAK IN #NHLSTATS: LIVE UPDATES
The latest edition of #NHLStats: Live Updates saw Matt Coronato (0-1—1) factor on one of his team’s three goals and Yegor Sharangovich (1-0—1) score the winner with less than five minutes remaining in regulation to help the Flames snap the reigning Stanley Cup-champion Hurricanes’ win streak at seven games – the ninth time in franchise history the club has ended a streak of at least that length and the first time since 2022-23 (NYR: 7 GP).
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TOP PICKS FROM 2026 NHL DRAFT CLASH IN TORONTO ON SPORTSNET+
The top two picks from the 2026 NHL Draft go head-to-head as Gavin McKenna (No. 1) and the Maple Leafs host Ivar Stenberg (No. 2) and the Sharks at Scotiabank Arena in the latest edition of Monday Night Hockey on Sportsnet+, followed by Sidney Crosby and the Penguins battling Nick Schmaltz and the Mammoth at Delta Center.
* McKenna (2-3—5 in 9 GP) and Stenberg (2-4—6 in 8 GP) both rank within the top 10 in rookie scoring to start the season and will look to add to their totals when they face off for the first time. Should they both find the score sheet, it would mark the sixth time in the past 20 years that the first and second overall picks from the same draft class each recorded a point in their first-ever meeting. The other instances: Oct. 21, 2025 (2025 NHL Draft: Matthew Schaefer & Michael Misa), Jan. 17, 2024 (2022 NHL Draft: Juraj Slafkovský & Simon Nemec), Oct. 19, 2016 (2016 NHL Draft: Auston Matthews & Patrik Laine), Oct. 20, 2009 (2006 NHL Draft: Erik Johnson & Jordan Staal) and Dec. 11, 2006 (2004 NHL Draft: Alex Ovechkin & Evgeni Malkin).
* Another No. 1 pick in action Monday, Crosby, visits Utah two points away from becoming the eighth player in NHL history with 800 career road points (306-492—798 in 717 GP) and just the second active behind Ovechkin (476-347—823 in 792 GP). Meanwhile, across the ice, Schmaltz (59-89—148 in 173 GP) is two points away from joining captain Clayton Keller (189) as the second player to record 150 points with the Mammoth.
National Games on the Radar this week
Five #NHLStats and storylines you need to know about other national broadcasts this week:
1. Lightning at Golden Knights on ESPN (Tuesday): A doubleheader on ESPN concludes with a clash between Nikita Kucherov and Jack Eichel at T-Mobile Arena. Kucherov (404-730—1,134 in 887 GP), who has collected at least a point in every game he has played against Vegas (14 GP), needs four points to eclipse Steven Stamkos (555-582—1,137 in 1,082 GP) for the Lightning record.
2. Flyers at Sabres on TNT, HBO MAX (Wednesday): The Sabres and Flyers, who both made their return to the playoffs last season, go head-to-head at KeyBank Center. Buffalo captain Rasmus Dahlin (104-334—438 in 592 GP) enters the contest with the opportunity to climb multiple all-time lists among Swedish defensemen: he can surpass Alexander Edler (104-335—439 in 1,030 GP) for eighth-most goals as well as ninth-most points.
3. Panthers at Senators on Prime (Wednesday): Brady Tkachuk returns to Canadian Tire Centre for the first time after spending eight seasons with the Senators (213-250—463 in 572 GP). Tkachuk ranks within the top five for goals and points in franchise history and served as Ottawa’s captain for five seasons.
4. Maple Leafs at Oilers on Sportsnet (Saturday): For a third straight Saturday Night Hockey, Gavin McKenna will square off against a fellow No. 1 pick, this time in his first meeting against Connor McDavid. McDavid (6-17—23 in 8 GP) enters the week seven points shy of 30 on the season and can become the sixth player in NHL history to reach the mark in 11 games or fewer, following Mario Lemieux (8 GP in 1988-89, 9 GP in 1995-96 & 1992-93), Mike Bossy (9 GP in 1984-85), Wayne Gretzky (10 GP in 1984-85 & 11 GP in 1986-87), Pat LaFontaine (11 GP in 1992-93) and Brent Sutter (11 GP in 1984-85).
5. Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic on Sportsnet, TNT and HBO MAX (Sunday): Kyle Connor and the Jets host Nick Suzuki and the Canadiens at Princess Auto Stadium for the eighth installment of the Heritage Classic. Montreal (also 2011 & 2003) and Winnipeg (2019 & 2016) are both set for their third Heritage Classic appearance – the most among all teams – and own a matching record in those contests (1-1-0).
Ritchie Hockey Foundation Names Desiree Phelps First Executive Director
The Ritchie Hockey Foundation has named Desiree Phelps its first executive director, a milestone for the organization Donna Ritchie founded in 2009 in memory of her son Jason. Phelps joined RHF on Sept. 1 and will lead its programs, fundraising, and partnerships as the Foundation helps more young athletes pursue hockey without being held back by financial barriers.
Jason first stepped onto the ice at age six and grew into a dedicated goalie and teammate. Hockey gave him a place to work hard, belong, and form friendships that lasted beyond the rink. RHF carries that part of his life forward by awarding scholarships and offering skills clinics to student athletes who share his drive. Its community events also create opportunities for children in other sports.
“Jason loved hockey, but what stayed with him were the people and the lessons that came with it,” said Donna Ritchie, RHF founder and president. “Every child we help is a chance to give someone the encouragement, coaching, and opportunity that meant so much to him. Desiree understands that this is personal for our family and full of possibility for the children we serve.”
Phelps brings more than a decade of experience in professional sports, business operations, revenue generation, and community engagement. Her career includes leadership roles with the Toronto Blue Jays and USA Patriots Veteran Athletics and helping build Tampa Bay Sun FC, Tampa Bay’s professional women’s soccer club. She has helped sports organizations grow attendance and philanthropic support while bringing athletes, fans and communities together.
RHF’s work extends from hockey scholarships and goalie clinics to its annual Legends of Sport Weekend, featuring a youth baseball clinic, along with its highly successful celebrity golf tournament fundraiser. Its most recent tournament attracted more than 40 professional hockey, baseball, football, and basketball players, and more than 30 foursomes. The Weekend will include a football clinic for the first time in 2027.
As its first executive director, Phelps will bring dedicated leadership to those efforts, deepen relationships with donors and partners, and help the Foundation reach more deserving student athletes.
“Donna and I started this Foundation because Jason’s story did not end with his passing,” said Bob Ritchie, RHF co-founder. “It lives in the young goalie who gets coaching, the student athlete who can stay in the game, and the child who discovers what a team can bring out in them. Bringing in Desiree is how we take the next step: honoring Jason by building more of those opportunities, year after year.”
Phelps met her husband while both were working in professional baseball, and they are now raising two boys. Her professional and family experiences have shaped her belief in what sports can give young people beyond competition.
“I am honored to work alongside the Ritchie family and everyone who has built this Foundation around Jason’s memory,” said Phelps. “A scholarship or a clinic can change the course of a young athlete’s season, but the real impact can last much longer. I want to help more children find a coach who believes in them, teammates who count on them, and the confidence to keep going. I look forward to working with our board, volunteers, donors, and partners to make that possible.”
About the Ritchie Hockey Foundation
Founded in 2009 by Donna Ritchie in memory of her son Jason, the Ritchie Hockey Foundation helps deserving student athletes develop through hockey. RHF provides scholarships and skills clinics so financial need does not stand between young players and the chance to pursue the game Jason loved. The Foundation also brings athletes and communities together through events and youth sports programs. Its work is supported by individuals, businesses and community partners. Learn more at RitchieHockeyFoundation.org.
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Florida Panthers left wing Brady Tkachuk, Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid and Minnesota Wild left wing Kirill Kaprizov have been named the NHL’s “Three Stars” presented by GEICO for the week ending Oct. 18.
FIRST STAR – BRADY TKACHUK, LW, FLORIDA PANTHERS
Tkachuk, buoyed by back-to-back natural hat tricks, led the NHL with 6-4—10 in four contests to propel the Panthers (5-2-2, 12 points) to a trio of wins. He collected an assist, his first point with Florida, in a 5-3 loss to the Buffalo Sabres Oct. 12. Tkachuk then became the third player in League history (and first in 40 years) to record a natural hat trick in consecutive games, notching 3-1—4 in a 7-3 triumph over the Columbus Blue Jackets Oct. 13 before scoring three times (including the tying goal with 12.8 seconds remaining in regulation and his 13th career overtime winner) in a 3-2 comeback victory against the Vancouver Canucks Oct. 15. Tkachuk additionally became the third player in Panthers history to post a hat trick (of any kind) in back-to-back appearances, joining Noel Acciari (Dec. 16-20, 2019) and Pavel Bure (Feb. 10-14, 2001), as well as the first player on any NHL team to achieve the feat since Auston Matthews from Feb. 15-17, 2024 (w/ TOR). Tkachuk finished the week with a pair of helpers, in an 8-3 win versus the Seattle Kraken Oct. 17, as Florida became the first team in League history to register a natural hat trick in three straight contests. The 27-year-old Tkachuk, one of 31 NHL players (and three Panthers) with at least 10 points already this season (6-4—10 in 9 GP), has compiled 219-254—473 through 581 career NHL games.
SECOND STAR – CONNOR McDAVID, C, EDMONTON OILERS
McDavid placed second in the NHL with 3-7—10 in three appearances as the Oilers (6-1-1, 13 points) earned a pair of victories. He recorded 1-3—4, his 50th career four-point performance, while playing in his 800th career game – a 4-1 win against the Los Angeles Kings Oct. 13. McDavid then assisted on one of Edmonton’s two goals in a 4-2 loss to the Utah Mammoth Oct. 15. He capped the week with 2-3—5, his 16th career five-point effort, in a 6-2 triumph over the Mammoth Oct. 17. The 29-year-old McDavid, who has found the scoresheet in each of his first eight outings of the season, tops the League with 6-17—23 in 2026-27. His 23 points are the most by any NHL player through their first eight games of a campaign since Mario Lemieux in 1995-96 (10-17—27 w/ PIT).
THIRD STAR – KIRILL KAPRIZOV, LW, MINNESOTA WILD
Kaprizov registered 4-3—7 in four games to lift the Wild (6-2-1, 13 points) to a 3-1-0 week and into first place in the Central Division. He picked up one assist in a 4-2 win versus the Vegas Golden Knights Oct. 12, followed by a pair of goals in a 5-2 loss to the Winnipeg Jets Oct. 13. Kaprizov then collected 1-2—3 in a 5-4 triumph over the St. Louis Blues Oct. 15 before closing the week with his 36th career game-winning goal in a 2-1 victory against the Columbus Blue Jackets Oct. 18. The 29-year-old Kaprizov, the first player in franchise history to be the first in the League with a double-digit goal total in a given season, leads the NHL with 10 goals and sits fifth with 15 points through nine contests in 2026-27 (10-5—15).
GEICO’s “Fourth Star” program shines a light on the fans who bring energy, passion and unwavering support to their teams. It feels good to go all in with the loudest, proudest fans. Click here to review last season’s “Fourth Star” videos.
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#HistoryPeachy #CulturedPeachy @NYHistory The New York Historical Spotlights Marilyn Monroe’s Agency and Power Through the Lens of Lawrence Schiller in Marilyn Monroe Centennial: Photographs by Lawrence Schiller On view November 20, 2026 – March 28, 2027
One hundred years later and America still can’t get enough of Marilyn Monroe. In honor of the centennial anniversary of the year she was born in 1926, The New York Historical presents a new exhibition on her life, career, and her lesser-known attempts to wrestle control of her legacy. On display from November 20, 2026 – March 28, 2027 in the Jean Margo Reid Center for Women’s History, Marilyn Monroe Centennial: Photographs by Lawrence Schiller juxtaposes the legendary star’s on-camera and off-camera persona with images taken by photojournalist Lawrence Schiller on two film sets: Let’s Make Love in 1960 and Monroe’s last and unfinished film Something’s Got to Give in 1962. This is followed by a play-by-play of the career milestones and wider film history that led to her becoming a cultural phenomenon. Monroe’s media intelligence and architecting of her image is further explored through her relationship with Life magazine, which draws from The Historical’s extensive Time Inc Archive.
“Marilyn Monroe remains the definition of an icon, a sparkling presence on screen and a powerful storyteller in her own right who fought against the forces of her time,” said Dr. Louise Mirrer, president and CEO, The New York Historical. “While it’s true that Marilyn Monroe experienced great adversity and exploitation in her time, she also displayed remarkable resilience, sharp instincts, and physical mastery to ensure the camera captured her to her best advantage. This exhibition attempts to showcase that agency through Lawrence Schiller’s exceptional photography, enlightening personal stories, and archival analysis drawn from our extensive collections.”
“Marilyn had shown me what other photographers who had shot her knew,” said Lawrence Schiller, “that when she turned herself on to the camera, the photographer didn’t have to be more than a mechanic; it was almost as if she were both the shooter and the subject.”
During Monroe’s lifetime and over the subsequent decades, her likeness has been reproduced countless times. Through Schiller’s striking photographs—36 of which are on view—and his recollections, the Marilyn Monroe Centennial spotlights how Monroe sought to control her career and her public perception as a celebrity.
On assignment in Los Angeles for Look and Paris Match magazines, a young Lawrence Schiller found in Monroe not a subject, but a savvy collaborator. Keenly aware of the power of imagery, Monroe showed the young photographer how best to capture her. “You’re already famous, now you’re going to make me famous,” Schiller said to Marilyn in 1962 as he and Monroe discussed the photos he was about to take of her on the set of Something’s Got to Give. “Don’t be so cocky,” Monroe replied, “photographers can be easily replaced.”
On display are a series of photographs Schiller took during production of the unreleased film Something’s Got to Give, in which, on a closed set, Monroe spontaneously decided to remove the light nude-colored bikini bottoms she had been given and resurface naked. The images of Monroe from the pool scene appeared on magazine covers in over 30 countries, including on the cover of Life magazine. Additional photographs by Schiller on display offer a rare window onto several themes that marked Monroe’s 16-year, 30-film career in Hollywood: her struggles to be recognized as a serious actor; her relationship with acting coaches Lee and Paula Strasberg (seen on set with Monroe at a time when Paula was likely Blacklisted in Hollywood); and her attempts to seize control of her power and become one of the first women in Hollywood to establish her own production company—in defiance of the studio system.
Schiller also saw Monroe on the morning of August 4, 1962, the day she died at the age of 36. They had discussed an up-and-coming photo session. Her funeral took place on August 8, 1962, at the Westwood Village Mortuary Chapel in Los Angeles. The commemorative issue of Life published shortly after her death is on view later in the exhibition—featuring one of Schiller’s photographs on its cover.
Schiller’s work is accompanied by the wider context of how Monroe built her career, illustrated with ephemera and print magazines drawn from the extensive collections of The Historical’s Patricia D. Klingenstein Library. From her modeling career through key movie roles, these materials paint Monroe as a dedicated actor who by 1960 was not only an international star but also an acclaimed professional, winning a Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Leading Role – Musical or Comedy for her performance in Some Like It Hot. Film clips, a contact sheet from Let’s Make Love marked up with Monroe’s final approval, the well-known publicity photo from Niagara that inspired Andy Warhol’s “Shot Sage Blue Marilyn” painting, and more are on display.
This section also highlights key anecdotes that showcase her vision and autonomy. The pool scene wasn’t the first time she stood proudly in her own skin and generated her own headlines; in 1952, news of her posing nude for a calendar when she was younger started spreading. Rather than follow the studio’s advice of denying it, media-savvy Monroe changed the narrative entirely. Instead, she arranged a staged interview and admitted to the calendar shoot, boldly asserting: “...I’m not ashamed of it. I’ve done nothing wrong.”
A selection of iconic photographs taken of her in New York City further illustrate her power and initiative. Monroe had a unique relationship with New York, and, seeking a break from the limited roles Hollywood had offered her, she came to the city in 1954 hoping to reclaim creative control over her career and further develop her acting skills. The exhibition also features the invitation and program for the 1962 Democratic Party fundraiser at Madison Square Garden where Monroe famously sang “Happy Birthday” to President John F. Kennedy.
The Historical’s companion installation explores Monroe’s legacy and how it was shaped by the media. While she was alive, Life magazine reported not only on her professional career, but also on her private life, blurring the lines between the person and her public persona. From her third marriage to Arthur Miller to the last interview she ever did, recorded two days before her passing, with Richard Meryman—Monroe remained a fixture in the magazine’s Hollywood reporting. Visitors can listen to audio clips from this interview, in which she candidly discussed her life, marriages, career, and, most centrally, her experience of fame. This style of reportage created a new playbook for celebrity profiling still used today.
The New York Historical celebrates her 100th birthday with the opening of this one-of-a-kind exhibition on November 20, 2026 in the Joyce B. Cowin Women’s History Gallery.
This exhibition is organized by Susan Bloom. At The New York Historical, it is curated by Dr. Keren Ben-Horin, Associate Curator of Public History and Dr. Isabelle Held, Mellon Foundation Gender and LGBTQ+ History Postdoctoral Fellow, Jean Margo Reid Center for Women’s History.
Programs
Programs related to Marilyn Monroe Centennial will be added to the calendar. Private group tours can also be arranged throughout the exhibition.
Support
Support for Marilyn Monroe Centennial: Photographs by Lawrence Schiller is provided by Helen and Kenneth A. Cowin. Exhibitions in the Joyce B. Cowin Women's History Gallery are made possible by Joyce B. Cowin and The New York Historical's Women's History Council.
Exhibitions at The New York Historical are made possible by the Saunders Trust for American History, the Evelyn & Seymour Neuman Fund, the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, and the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. WNET is the media sponsor.
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New York’s first museum, The New York Historical is a leading cultural institution covering over 400 years of American history. Our offerings span groundbreaking exhibitions; peerless collections of art, documents, and artifacts; acclaimed educational programs for teachers and students nationwide; and thought-provoking conversations among leading scholars, journalists, and thinkers about the past, present, and future of the American experiment. The New York Historical is a museum of museums and a collection of collections. We are home to the Patricia D. Klingenstein Library, the Center for Women’s History, the DiMenna Children’s History Museum, and the future American LGBTQ+ Museum. We elevate the perspectives and scholarship that define the United States’ democratic heritage and challenge us all to shape our ongoing history for the better. Connect with us at nyhistory.org
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#MovietimeInManhattan @TheAcademy #CHANELinCinema #OSCARS ACADEMY ANNOUNCES RECIPIENTS OF 2026 GOLD FELLOWSHIP FOR WOMEN
2026 Fellowship Presented in Partnership with CHANEL
Tatti Ribeiro and Noora Niasari have been selected as the recipients of the 2026 Academy Gold Fellowship for Women. Part of the Academy’s global talent development and education work, the Gold Fellowship for Women is a one-year program that combines support, personalized mentorship and access to once-in-a-lifetime networking opportunities for emerging women filmmakers to further their pursuits in the field of cinema. As part of the Academy’s global focus and outreach, the Academy awards two fellowships annually, one to a U.S.-based filmmaker and one to a non-U.S.-based filmmaker. The fellowship is presented in partnership with CHANEL.
“Elevating the next generation of filmmakers worldwide is a priority for the Academy, and we are incredibly proud to advance that commitment through the Gold Fellowship for Women. We are deeply grateful to our partner, CHANEL, whose shared dedication to championing talented women filmmakers helps create meaningful industry opportunities and pathways for professional growth,” said Kim Taylor-Coleman, Academy governor and president of the Academy Foundation Board.
Fellows also receive ongoing career advancement support through the Academy Gold Alumni Network and Mentorship Program, which provides continued access, opportunity, professional development and education for alumni of the Academy’s global talent development programs. Applicants to the Gold Fellowship for Women must be alumnae of an Academy global talent development program or be nominated by an Academy talent development partner company to be eligible for the U.S. fellowship. Non-U.S. applicants must be recommended by a member of a key film organization, production company or international festival to be considered.
Ribeiro is a journalist and filmmaker raised in the San Francisco Bay Area and a graduate of the USC School of Cinematic Arts. Her first feature film “Valentina” earned her the Someone to Watch Award at the 2026 Independent Spirit Awards and won a 2025 Austin Film Festival Audience Award, the Mind the Gap Creation Prize at the 2025 Mill Valley Film Festival, a Special Jury Award at the 2026 Florida Film Festival and a Grand Jury Prize at the 2026 Dallas International Film Festival.
Niasari is a Tehran-born, Australia-raised writer and director. Her debut feature, “Shayda,” premiered in the World Cinema Dramatic Competition at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival, winning the Audience Award. It was acquired by Sony Pictures Classics and became Australia’s official International Feature Film submission for the 96th Academy Awards®. Niasari was awarded Best Direction in a Feature Film (Budget $1M or Over) at the 2023 Australian Directors’ Guild (ADG) Awards and received a nomination for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in a First-Time Theatrical Feature Film at the 76th Directors Guild of America (DGA) Awards.
The world of film—from its boldest directors to its most compelling actors—has been deeply intertwined with the history of CHANEL since the House’s inception. Founder Gabrielle Chanel collaborated with leading filmmakers of her time, drawing inspiration from and supporting fellow creatives. Her legacy of championing women in the arts lives on through the brand’s ongoing commitment to uplifting their voices in film, exemplified by programs such as the Academy Gold Fellowship for Women and other longstanding industry partnerships.
The 2026 fellows were selected from a group of 10 finalists. The finalists are:
U.S.
Jalena Keane-Lee
Karina Lomelin Ripper
Oanh-Nhi Nguyen
Samantha Smart
Non-U.S.
Maura Delpero
Rena Effendi
Suzannah Mirghani
Zamo Mkhwanazi
For more information about the Academy Gold Fellowship for Women, visit https://www.oscars.org/academy-gold/fellowship-for-women.
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#CruisingPeachy @IndyCar Kucharczyk Tops INDY NXT Regulars at Griffis Test NTT INDYCAR SERIES Champ Palou Quickest with Helping Hand for CGR
Alex Palou didn’t expect to be the quickest driver in Friday’s Chris Griffis Memorial Test at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
The five-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion had never driven INDY NXT by Firestone machinery before climbing into the No. 11 Chip Ganassi Racing entry on an overcast, chilly day in Central Indiana. He arrived with minimal expectations. His lap time, however, told a different story.
Palou topped the 22-car test, named in memory of Chris Griffis, the Schmidt Peterson Motorsports team manager who died suddenly in September 2011. Palou turned a lap of 1 minute, 14.5050 seconds on the 2.439-mile, 14-turn road course.
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“Feels strange, but it feels good,” Palou said. “Feels kind of strange to be a rookie, but I'm a rookie. I've never been in this car before, so I'm a rookie in this series. I think a lot of people think that it's like other sports where you go down and it's like you're so much higher level. Here it's tough. I didn’t expect to be first.”
Tymek Kucharczyk finished second on the day with a lap of 1:14.8209 in the No. 71 HMD Motorsports entry. The Polish driver finished third as a rookie in the standings this past season with two victories. The last time he was on this road course, he won on May 9. The last time he was in this car, he won the Sept. 6 season finale at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca.
Max Taylor was third Friday at 1:14.8453 in the No. 28 Andretti Global entry. Kucharczyk and Taylor were the highest-finishing drivers from the 2026 championship standings to participate in Friday's test. Taylor finished fourth last season in the same ride.
Max Garcia, who became the second-youngest winner in INDY NXT by Firestone history with his Aug. 30 victory at Milwaukee Mile, finished fourth at 1:14.9443 while testing for HMD Motorsports. The Miami high school senior competed for Abel Motorsports during his rookie season.
Jack Beeton rounded out the top five with a lap of 1:14.9577. He competed for HMD Motorsports this past season but tested the No. 29 Andretti Global entry.
Friday’s test offered an opportunity to experience a different car for Palou and learn from the next generation of open-wheel drivers. The opportunity first arose during the 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season, when Chip Ganassi Racing asked him to participate. His answer was an easy yes.
“I love driving cars, any kind of car,” Palou said. “Obviously, it's a bit different to what I'm used to. But you learn so much. These kids are really, really fast in these cars, but any track day is good. Obviously, I wouldn't do a race, but test day, 100 percent.”
One of Palou’s key points of reference was teammate Alessandro de Tullio, whose progress he had followed throughout the 2026 season. De Tullio recorded two wins and eight poles during his rookie season with AJ Foyt Racing. Friday marked his first day testing with Chip Ganassi Racing, and he finished sixth quickest with a lap of 1:15.0009.
“I think we have an incredible reference in our team with de Tullio,” Palou said. “He's been so fast all year, and I've been following him a lot.”
The 22 cars combined to complete 1,573 laps during the test.
The 2027 INDY NXT by Firestone season begins the first weekend of March on the streets of St. Petersburg, Florida.
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#MovietimeInManhattan @TheAcademy #OSCARS STUDENT ACADEMY AWARDS CEREMONY HELD IN TORONTO WITH THE SUPPORT OF LONGTIME ACADEMY PARTNER ROLEX ALL WINNING FILMS NOW ELIGIBLE FOR 99TH OSCARS®
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences honored its student winners from colleges and universities around the world at the 53rd Student Academy Awards® ceremony. Gold, Silver and Bronze placements were announced and trophies presented during a ceremony held at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) inside TIFF Lightbox at Reitman Square, in partnership with Rolex. This year, the Student Academy Awards competition received 2,972 entries from 894 colleges and universities worldwide. With remarks by Academy CEO Bill Kramer, Academy Directors Branch Governor and Academy Museum Trustee Jason Reitman and Academy Foundation Board President and Casting Directors Branch Governor Kim Taylor-Coleman, the night’s category presenters included Actors Branch member Gemma Chan, Oscar® nominee and Documentary Branch member Liz Garbus and Actors Branch member Gael García Bernal.
The 2026 Student Academy Award placements are:
Alternative/Experimental
Gold: Lei He, “Drifting,” Duke University, United States
Silver: Viktorie Štěpánová, “Volklore,” Filmová a Televizní Fakulta Akademie Múzických Umění v Praze (FAMU), Czech Republic
Bronze: Nina Broers, “Where Is My Sex Drive?” St. Joost School of Art & Design, Netherlands
Animation
Gold: Jonathan Lally, Elio Molinaro & Nicolás Acevedo Ferraté, “COWS,” École Supérieure de Métiers Artistiques (ESMA), France
Silver: Matthias Strasser, “The Panic Inside,” Film Academy Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Bronze: Noran Fikri Alezabi, Xinyue Ma & Yulin Yue, “Gauze,” Gobelins, France
Documentary
Gold: Lara Dihmis, “The Last People of Petra,” New York University, United States
Silver: Jason Elliott, “I Want to Live,” National Film and Television School, United Kingdom
Bronze: Arjun Fischer, “Artificial Love,” University of Southern California, United States
Narrative
Gold: Stanzin Jigmet, “The Dragon Letter,” Escola Superior de Cinema i Audiovisuals de Catalunya (ESCAC), Spain
Silver: Antoine Boulanger, “The Pichenotte,” Concordia University, Canada
Bronze: Leon Korzyński, “Kamathipura Express,” Warsaw Film School, Poland
First-time honors go to students from Concordia University, Duke University, École Supérieure de Métiers Artistiques (ESMA), Escola Superior de Cinema i Audiovisuals de Catalunya (ESCAC), St. Joost School of Art and Design and Warsaw Film School.
Academy members from all 19 branches are invited to opt in to view and vote for the Student Academy Awards. Voting is done by secret online ballot and tabulated by the independent accounting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers. Following the ceremony, winners are paired with Academy members and receive robust educational programming, networking opportunities, and exclusive access to Academy members to support their career advancement through the Academy Gold Mentorship Program and Alumni Network.
All Student Academy Award-winning films will be eligible to compete for the 99th Oscars® in the Animated Short Film, Live Action Short Film or Documentary Short Film category. The 2026 winners join the ranks of such past Student Academy Award winners as Patricia Cardoso, Pete Docter, Spike Lee, Patricia Riggen and Robert Zemeckis. Past Student Academy Award winners have gone on to receive 70 Oscar nominations and have won or shared 15 awards.
Rolex is supporting the Student Academy Awards through its partnership with the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, reflecting its ongoing commitment to fostering excellence, achievement and the transfer of cinematic knowledge to the next generation.
The Student Academy Awards were established in 1972 to provide a platform for emerging global talent by creating opportunities within the film industry to showcase their work.
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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is the world's premier film organization and is home to a global membership of more than 11,000 of the most accomplished film industry artists and leaders. The Academy connects global audiences – its members, the film industry, and film fans – through their shared passion for making and watching films. The Academy does this by recognizing and celebrating the arts and sciences of moviemaking through renowned awards for cinematic achievement, including the Oscars®, the Governors Awards, and the Scientific and Technical Awards. The Academy’s affiliated charitable organization, the Academy Foundation, serves a public benefit through its robust educational, preservation and cultural activities. This includes the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, the world's largest global film museum, the Academy Collection, the largest film-related collection in the world, and talent development programs for emerging artists. Year-round, the Academy creates opportunities for all communities to engage with the film world.
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Rolex celebrates human achievement as a journey marked by milestones, emotions and defining moments. For more than half a century, the brand has partnered some of the world’s most talented artists and leading cultural institutions to promote excellence and the transmission of artistic heritage, creating a link between the past, present and future.
Through the Perpetual Arts Initiative, a broad portfolio of arts that extends through architecture, cinema, dance, music, literature, theatre and visual arts, the brand confirms its long-term commitment to global culture.
The company has had close ties with the film industry for decades, its watches playing a role in numerous films, including Oscar®-winning masterpieces. Since 2017, Rolex has supported the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, serving as Proud Sponsor of the Oscars®, hosting the event’s Greenroom, as well as supporting the Governors Awards, which recognize lifetime achievement and humanitarian efforts in the film industry. Rolex also sponsors Film at Lincoln Center as Official Partner and Exclusive Timepiece.
The company promotes achievement through Testimonees such as James Cameron, Leonardo DiCaprio, Zendaya, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Martin Scorsese, Ava DuVernay and Jia Zhang-Ke. It also assists in the preservation of film history for future generations as a Founding Supporter of the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, as a partner of The Film Foundation and through its support to the National Film and Television School in the UK.
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