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NHL playoffs 2018: Three takeaways as Patrice Bergeron-less Bruins beat Maple Leafs in Game 4

Gifted an opportunity to pull even following a sudden injury to Patrice Bergeron, the Maple Leafs still failed to solve a Bruins team that asserted its superiority in Game 4.

Brandon Schlager

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NHL Rumor Roundup: Kings, Ducks face sweeping changes after playoff duds

The Kings and Ducks each carry a core of aging, older stars struggling to keep pace as the game transitions toward youth and speed. They'll need to fix that this offseason.

Lyle Richardson

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Auston Matthews tops Sidney Crosby in 2017-18 jersey sales

Auston Matthews topped the charts with the NHL's best selling jersey this season.

Evan Sporer

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NHL playoffs 2018: Maple Leafs squander golden opportunity vs. Bruins

The Toronto Maple Leafs had a golden opportunity to even their best-of-seven series with the Boston Bruins, but they couldn't rise to the occasion.

Michael Augello

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NHL playoffs 2018: Opportunistic Bruins claim Game 4, take 3-1 series lead over Maple Leafs

The Boston Bruins got some timely goals on Thursday to take a stranglehold in their first-round series against Toronto.

Rudi Schuller

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NHL playoffs 2018: Predators' Ryan Hartman suspended one game for head shot

Nashville forward Ryan Hartman meets with the NHL's Department of Player Safety Thursday for his hit to the head of Colorado's Carl Soderberg in Game 4 of their first-round playoff series.

Jim Cerny

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Canadiens 2017-18 Report Card: Unproductive offense, poor goaltending proves to be undoing

A disappointing year in Montreal had many guilty parties, from the top management down to the players.

Salim Valji

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Senators Report Card 2017-18: Failing grades on and off the ice in Ottawa

2017-18 was one of the worst seasons in franchise history for the Ottawa Senators.

Murray Pam

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NHL playoffs 2018: Avalanche to start third-string goalie Andrew Hammond in Game 5

Andrew Hammond, he of "Hamburglar" fame, will make his first playoff start since 2015 Friday after injuries to Jonathan Bernier and Semyon Varlamov in the Colorado crease.

Brandon Schlager

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NHL Playoffs 2018: How Maple Leafs' trust, teamwork set stage for crucial Marleau goal in Game 3

Morgan Rielly, Mitch Marner and Patrick Marleau explain all the moving parts which led to Marleau's important second period goal in the Maple Leafs 4-2 victory over the Bruins on Monday.

Dave McCarthy

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NHL playoffs 2018: Nikita Kucherov avoids suspension for Game 4 hit; Sami Vatanen 'day to day'

The Lightning star won't face discipline for the NHL's Department of Player Safety.

Brandon Schlager

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NHL playoffs 2018: Nikita Kucherov in middle of everything as Lightning beat Devils in Game 4

Tampa Bay's Nikita Kucherov scored twice, recorded an assist and delivered a controversial hit on New Jersey's Sami Vatanen in the Lightning's 3-1 win over the Devils in Game 4 on Wednesday.

Jim Cerny

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NHL playoffs 2018: Crosby passes Lemieux as Penguins' leading postseason scorer

Sidney Crosby scored one of the easier goals you'll see on Wednesday night, but made Penguins history in doing so.

Evan Sporer

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Leo Komarov injury update: Maple Leafs forward to sit again for Game 4

The Maple Leafs will once again be without forward Leo Komarov when they attempt to even their series against the Boston Bruins on Wednesday at Air Canada Centre.

Evan Sporer

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NHL playoffs 2018: Scheifele, Hellebuyck shine in Jets' Game 4 victory over Wild

Mark Scheifele scored both of Winnipeg's goals, while Connor Hellebuyck recorded his first career playoff shutout in Game 4 against Minnesota.

Kaylee Pofahl

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'There is lots of blame to go around' -- Flames GM says coaching staff isn't solely responsible for dismal season

Calgary cleared house Tuesday, but Brad Treliving said the Flames' issues extend beyond its coaching staff.

Kaylee Pofahl

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NHL Mixed Bag: Capitals combat history, circumstance entering pivotal Game 3

The Capitals have been the better team in their first-round series against the Blue Jackets, yet trail 0-2. They now face a razor-thin margin for error or else risk elimination.

Rob Mixer

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Shea Theodore quickly, quietly becoming Golden Knights' go-to defenseman

True to the Golden Knights' out-of-nowhere theme, Shea Theodore has quietly developed from the AHL into a crucial part of Vegas’ present and future.

Andrew Hirsh

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NHL playoffs 2018: 'Emotional leader' Taylor Hall paces Devils to Game 3 win over Lightning

Taylor Hall had a goal and two assists as the New Jersey Devils defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-2 in Game 3 of their first-round playoff series on Monday.

Jim Cerny

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NHL playoffs 2018: Maple Leafs turn to veterans in crucial Game 3 victory over Bruins

The Leafs' experienced hands made the difference and got Toronto back into their first-round series at Air Canada Centre on Monday.

Michael Augello

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NHL playoffs 2018: Andersen stars, Matthews pots game-winner as Maple Leafs take Game 3

Needing a win to avoid going down 3-0 in the series, the Maple Leafs put together a solid outing for a 4-2 win over Boston on Monday.

Rudi Schuller

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NHL playoffs 2018: Leafs turn to Plekanec to fill Kadri's void, quiet Bergeron line in Game 3

Plekanec will center Toronto's second line alongside Mitch Marner and Patrick Marleau on Monday night.

John Arlia

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NHL Playoffs 2018: No update Monday on injured Jets' defenseman Myers

Winnipeg Jets defenceman Tylers Myers left Sunday's playoff game against the Minnesota Wild after a collision with Marcus Foligno.

Rudi Schuller

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NHL Playoffs 2018: Vets Johansson, Schneider return for Devils' Game 3 clash with Lightning

Trailing their best-of-seven series with the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-0, the New Jersey Devils return home Monday and will have veterans Marcus Johansson and Cory Schneider back in their lineup for Game 3.

Jim Cerny

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Leo Komarov injury update: Leafs forward will not play in Game 3

Komarov left Saturday's Game 2 loss after being checked by Bruins defenseman Kevan Miller.

Evan Sporer

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NHL playoffs 2018: Penguins center depth powers Game 3 victory

Pittsburgh's depth at center shines in its Game 3 victory over the Flyers.

Kaylee Pofahl

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NHL playoffs 2018: Bobrovsky's 54 saves leads Blue Jackets to OT win in Game 2

The Columbus Blue Jackets got a big performance from goaltender Sergei Bobrosky to lead them to an overtime victory in Game 2 and a 2-0 series lead against the Capitals.

Evan Sporer

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NHL playoffs 2018: Wild return home, dominate Jets in Game 3

The Jets can take a commanding 3-0 lead in their first round series against the Minnesota Wild with a victory Sunday at Xcel Energy Center.

Evan Sporer

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NHL playoffs 2018: Corey Perry hit draws ire, minor penalty

Corey Perry was at the middle of another controversy, leveling a heavy check that was penalized late during the Ducks game on Saturday.

Evan Sporer

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NHL playoffs 2018: Penguins score twice in 5 seconds, tie postseason record

The Pittsburgh Penguins poured on the offense Sunday in Philadelphia, in a historically fast fashion.

Evan Sporer

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NHL playoffs 2018: Mathews says 's—t happens' in response to struggles

Auston Matthews gave a blunt assessment when asked about the dominant performance by the Bruins top line through two gams of their first-round playoff series.

Evan Sporer

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NHL playoffs 2018: Pastrnak's hat trick leads Bruins to Game 2 rout of Maple Leafs

The Maple Leafs will attempt to even their first-round series against the Boston Bruins, but will have to do so without Nazem Kadri.

Evan Sporer

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NHL playoffs 2018: Leaky Leafs defense a culprit in Game 2 loss against Bruins

The Maple Leafs defense struggled at times this season, and the struggles have reemerged at a bad time, during their first-round series against the Bruins.

Michael Augello

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NHL playoffs 2018: Bruins chase Maple Leafs' Andersen with three quick goals

Boston scored four unanswered goals against Toronto in the first period of Game 2.

Kaylee Pofahl

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NHL playoffs 2018: Penguins' Letang exits Game 2 after full-speed collision with Flyers' Giroux

The Penguins' No. 1 defensemen went straight to the locker room midway through the first period, but returned to play moments later and appeared to avoid major injury.

Brandon Schlager

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NHL playoffs 2018: Erik Haula plays hero in Golden Knights' first marathon overtime win

The Golden Knights have won their first two playoff games in franchise history, the latest a double-overtime thriller to go up 2-0 in the first-round series against the Kings.

Brandon Schlager

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NHL playoffs 2018: Mike Babcock explains hesitation to challenge offside goal in Game 1

Mike Babcock said he didn't challenge the Bruins' first goal in Game 1 because he didn't have the broadcast replay.

Kaylee Pofahl

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NHL playoffs 2018: Nazem Kadri suspended three games for hit on Tommy Wingels

The Maple Leafs will have to make do without Nazem Kadri in the lineup for Games 2-4 of their first-round playoff series against the Bruins.

Brandon Schlager

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NHL playoffs 2018: Jets humiliate Wild in Game 2, cruise to 2-0 series lead

The Winnipeg Jets put on a clinic in Friday's Game 2 blowout to take a commanding two-games-to-none series lead over the Minnesota Wild.

Brandon Schlager

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NHL playoffs 2018: Kings' Drew Doughty suspended one game for illegal hit on William Carrier

The Kings veteran defenseman will miss Game Two of his team's playoff series with the Vegas Golden Knights after being suspended by the NHL.

Evan Sporer

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NHL playoffs 2018: Barrie says 'maybe you take some runs at guys' after Johansen not penalized

No supplemental discipline is coming to the Predators Ryan Johansen for a hit on the Avalanche's Tyson Barrie, leaving the defenseman upset with the league's decision.

Evan Sporer

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Mathieu Perreault injury update: Jets forward a game-time decision for Game 2

Centre Mathieu Perreault left Game 1 against the Minnesota Wild with an upper-body injury.

Rudi Schuller

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NHL Rumor Roundup: Senators won't trade Erik Karlsson at 2018 NHL Draft

Senators general manager Pierre Dorion plans to offer a contract extension to his disgruntled superstar July 1 before entertaining the possibility of a trade this summer.

Lyle Richardson

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NHL playoffs 2018: Blue Jackets' Alexander Wennberg doubtful for Game 2 after 'dangerous hit'

The Blue Jackets center was injured Thursday on a high hit by Washington capitals forward Tom Wilson.

Jim Cerny

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NHL Playoffs 2018: Maple Leafs have 'day to solve our problems' after Game 1 loss

The Maple Leafs lost Game One of their best-of-seven series with the Bruins, 5-1, Thursday night in Boston.

Michael Augello

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NHL playoffs 2018: Bruins lean on special teams in decisive Game 1 win over Maple Leafs

The Bruins scored three power play goals on their way to a 5-1 home win over the Maple Leafs in Game 1 Thursday.

John Arlia

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NHL playoffs 2018: Blue Jackets' Josh Anderson ejected, Capitals respond with two quick goals

Columbus Blue Jackets forward Josh Anderson received a five-minute boarding major and a game misconduct on a first-period hit against Washington's Michal Kempny on Thursday night.

Jim Cerny

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NHL playoffs 2018: Panarin's overtime snipe caps Blue Jackets' Game 1 comeback over Washington

The Blue Jackets' leading scorer netted the first overtime goal of the 2018 Stanley Cup playoffs.

Jim Cerny

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NHL playoffs 2018: Maple Leafs' Nazem Kadri ejected after hit on Tommy Wingels, gets hearing with Player Safety

Nazem Kadri was issued a charging major and a game misconduct after hitting Bruins forward Tommy Wingels.

Rudi Schuller

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NHL Hart Trophy race: Nathan MacKinnon, Taylor Hall hold slim edge in MVP free-for-all

No fewer than a half dozen candidates can stake a legitimate claim to hockey's top individual prize in 2017-18.

Brandon Schlager

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NHL playoffs 2018: Zadorov scores on Avalanche first postseason shot

Playing in his first career playoff game, Nikita Zadorov scored on his — and his team's — first shot against Nashville's Pekka Rinne on Thursday night.

Jim Cerny

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Oilers undecided on coach Todd McLellan, 'really believe in' GM Peter Chiarelli

Oilers president Bob Nicholson gave a vote of confidence to general manager Peter Chiarelli, but stopped short of doing to same for coach Todd McLellan.

Brandon Schlager

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Dorion says status of Boucher, Senators coaching staff to be determined

With a potential offseason full of changes to come for the Senators, it remains to be seen if they'll retain head coach Guy Boucher.

Murray Pam

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NHL playoffs 2018: Odds, predictions to win first-round series, Stanley Cup

AccuScore simulates the 2018 NHL playoffs and probabilities of reaching winning the Stanley Cup.

AccuScore

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NHL Playoffs 2018: Breaking down, predicting Maple Leafs vs. Bruins first-round series

The Toronto Maple Leafs and Boston Bruins meet in a highly-anticipated first-round series in the 2018 Stanley Cup playoffs.

Michael Augello

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NHL Playoffs 2018: OT hero Kapanen ready to contribute even more for Maple Leafs

Kasperi Kapanen made quite the initial impression in last spring's Stanley Cup playoffs, but more is expected of him when the Maple Leafs face the Bruins in Round One this year.

Dave McCarthy

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NHL playoffs 2018: Underdog Devils 'hungry for more' against favored Lightning

The New Jersey Devils carry a major chip on their shoulder facing the heavily-favored Tampa Bay Lightning in the opening round of the Stanley Cup playoffs.

Jim Cerny

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NHL playoffs 2018: Stanley Cup picks, predictions from SN's experts

Sporting News' NHL experts break down each 2018 playoff series, predict the eventual conference champions and make their Stanley Cup picks.

Brandon Schlager

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NHL playoff bracket 2018: Western Conference series breakdowns, Stanley Cup predictions

Sporting News' NHL experts break down each Western Conference playoff series, predict the eventual conference champion and make their Stanley Cup picks.

Brandon Schlager

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NHL playoff bracket 2018: Eastern Conference series breakdowns, Stanley Cup predictions

Sporting News' NHL experts break down each Eastern Conference playoff series, predict the eventual conference champion and make their Stanley Cup picks.

Brandon Schlager

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NHL playoffs 2018: Sidney Crosby dazzles with natural hat trick in Penguins' Game 1 rout

The Penguins captain has made a habit of batting pucks out of mid-air and into opposing teams' nets in recent weeks. He teed up another can't-miss goal Wednesday in Game 1 against the Flyers, then added two more.

Brandon Schlager

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NHL playoffs 2018: Jets rally past Wild in Game 1, earn first postseason win in franchise history

Sporting News Canada provided live updates of the Jets' 3-2 win over the Wild in Game 1 Wednesday night.

John Arlia

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Oilers 2017-18 Report Card: McDavid, Nugent-Hopkins top of disappointing class

The Edmonton Oilers missed the playoffs with only 78 points despite another outstanding year from team captain Connor McDavid.

Sammi Silber

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NHL playoffs 2018: Today's scores, schedule, live updates

Live updates, scores and schedule for today's NHL playoff games.

Sporting News

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Paul Stastny's smarts, skills receiving high marks from new Jets teammates

The newest Jet Paul Stastny has Winnipeg quietly hoping it's poised to make a deep run in the playoffs.

Evan Sporer

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Patrik Laine puts NHL on notice with pedigree, personality of next great goal scorer

Patrik Laine is brimming with personality and leads the NHL in goals since entering the league last season, but that hasn't stopped the Jets' young star from flying under the radar.

Evan Sporer

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Jets' Kyle Connor quietly makes most of second chance

A subpar training camp landed Kyle Connor in the minor league; but now he approaches 30 goals as a top-line winger in Winnipeg.

Sammi Silber

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NHL playoffs 2018: Bracket, first-round schedule, dates, TV times

The first-round schedule of the 2018 NHL playoffs is set, and the series openers are April 11-12.

Brandon Schlager

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'I still have the dream to play in the NHL' — Swedish defenceman Wikstrand says Senators have contacted him

A good performance in Pyeongchang caught the eye of Senators' management, Mikael Wikstrand says.

Murray Pam

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Senators will offer an eight-year contract extension to Karlsson, report says

The Ottawa Senators are set to offer a renewed contract offer to Erik Karlsson, according to a report.

Rudi Schuller

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NHL playoffs 2018: Four reasons the Predators are better equipped to win the Stanley Cup

The Predators won't be content with winning the Presidents' Trophy a year after falling two wins short of a Stanley Cup. This year, they're coming for the whole thing — and are even more dangerous than before.

Andrew Hirsh

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Karlsson eager to spend time away from hockey before dealing with Senators future

Erik Karlsson says he will always call Ottawa home, but he's prepared to make a move if it's right for the Senators and himself.

Murray Pam

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When do the NHL playoffs start? Schedule for road to 2018 Stanley Cup Final

A full first-round schedule for the 2018 Stanley Cup playoffs.

Brandon Schlager

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'We weren't good enough' -- Canadiens revisit their lost season

The Montreal Canadiens finished with 71 points in 2017-18, fourth-worst in the National Hockey League.

Salim Valji

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NHL playoffs 2018: Capitals choose Philipp Grubauer over Braden Holtby in goal

Phillipp Grubauer gets the starting nod for the Washington Capitals in Game 1 against the Columbus Blue Jackets ahead of long-time No. 1 goalie Braden Holtby.

Sammi Silber

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Hockey viewers are like Rodney Dangerfield: They get no respect

Two NHL playoff games will be telecast on the Golf Channel.

Michael McCarthy

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Canadiens searching for answers following franchise-worst season

The 2017-18 Montreal Canadiens were a team with, among other things, a major attitude problem, according to general manager Marc Bergevin.

Salim Valji

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'I like clam chowder' -- Babcock and Maple Leafs prepare for playoff showdown with Bruins

Game One of the first-round playoff series between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Boston Bruins is Thursday night at TD Garden.

Michael Augello

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Rangers' coaching change: GM Gorton seeks 'fresh' start for rebuilding club

After firing Alain Vigneault, Jeff Gorton plots a new course for the New York Rangers.

Jim Cerny

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NHL Mixed Bag: How far can Golden Knights extend dream season in 2018 playoffs?

Early first-round exit? Second round? Conference finals? The Golden Knights keep surprising everyone, but how realistic are the chances they'll win the Stanley Cup?

Rob Mixer

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NHL playoffs 2018: When, where, how to watch Jets–Wild first-round series

The Winnipeg Jets face off against the Minnesota Wild in the first-round of the 2018 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Kaylee Pofahl

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NHL playoffs 2018: When, where, how to watch Maple Leafs–Bruins first-round series

The Toronto Maple Leafs take on the Bruins in the first round of the 2018 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Kaylee Pofahl

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Tributes, reactions pour in following Humboldt tragedy

The hockey community reacted to the tragic bus accident that claimed a reported 14 lives Friday night.

John Arlia

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NHL teams honor Humboldt bus crash victims in regular season finales

In the wake of the junior hockey tragedy, teams across the NHL are paying their respects to the victims of the Humboldt bus accident.

John Arlia

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Avalanche, Blues see offside controversy in game to decide playoff fates

The NHL said there "was no definitive replays" to overturn the call on the ice.

Brandon Schlager

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NHL standings: Seeding scenarios, breakdown for final spots in 2018 playoffs

The NHL's year-over-year standings upheaval have made for an interesting 2018 Stanley Cup playoff race. Here are the current odds and projections for every team still in the hunt.

Brandon Schlager

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Four fun facts on Avalanche's improbable worst-to-playoffs turnaround

A year after finishing dead last in the NHL, the resurgent Avalanche knocked off the Blues in a de facto play-in game for the final Western Conference playoff spot.

Brandon Schlager

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Players, fans say so long to Sedins following final Canucks game

Daniel and Henrik Sedin played their final NHL game on Saturday and teammates, opposing players and fans all paid their respects following the contest.

Evan Sporer

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Jets' Connor Hellebuyck sets NHL single-season wins record for American goalies

The Jets goaltender passed Tom Barrasso, who held the record since 1993.

Brandon Schlager

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Andersen wins 38th, a new Maple Leafs single-season record

The Maple Leafs closed out their season with a victory on Saturday, a historic win for goaltender Frederik Andersen.

Evan Sporer

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Alex Ovechkin tried really, really hard to score 50th goal in Capitals finale

So close, Ovi. But hey, 49 isn't so bad either.

Brandon Schlager

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Jets' Kyle Connor wraps up rookie goal-scoring title

Jets forward Kyle Connor, unheralded among the many talented first-year players, led all NHL rookies in goals this season.

Evan Sporer

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Claude Giroux pads MVP case, nets first career hat trick as Flyers clinch playoff spot

Claude Giroux tallied three goals Saturday against the Rangers to help the Flyers wrap up the final Eastern Conference wild-card spot.

Kaylee Pofahl

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Hockey community raises $2.2 million for Humboldt bus crash victims in 24 hours

NHL teams, coaches and players, many preparing for their final regular season games, encouraged fundraising efforts to support members of the Humboldt Broncos and their families.

Brandon Schlager

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Leafs' Travis Dermott recalls the shot that nearly ended his season

Last week, Travis Dermott took a shot to the skate that could've ended his season prematurely.

Dave McCarthy

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Mike Babcock and Maple Leafs react to Humboldt tragedy

Babcock and Leafs players Tyler Bozak, Patrick Marleau and Morgan Rielly all have ties to Saskatchewan.

Michael Augello

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Roberto Luongo records win in 1,000th career NHL game, keeps Panthers in playoff hunt

Luongo made 26 saves in the Panthers' 3-2 win over the Bruins on Thursday night.

John Arlia

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NHL playoffs 2018: Hall, Devils end long droughts, clinch postseason berth

The New Jersey Devils snapped a five-year playoff drought, clinching a postseason berth with a 2-1 win Thursday over the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Jim Cerny

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NHL Rumor Roundup: How will Canucks handle first summer without Sedin twins?

Henrik and Daniel Sedin spent their entire 17-year NHL careers in Vancouver. Their retirements open up a ton of cap space and several questions as the rebuilding Canucks enter uncharted territory.

Lyle Richardson

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'It's sad to see them go': Maple Leafs' Rielly reflects on childhood heroes, Sedin twins

As a kid from Vancouver, Morgan Rielly grew up watching the Sedin twins play in the prime of their careers.

Dave McCarthy

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How Eric Staal regained his 40-goal touch in career renaissance with Wild

The last time Eric Staal scored 40 goals, he was 24 and in the prime of his career. Now 33, his rebirth under Bruce Boudreau has the Wild primed for a deep playoff run.

Andrew Hirsh

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NHL playoff odds, predictions for wild-card races, final week of regular season

AccuScore simulates the rest of the 2017-18 NHL season to predict win totals, division winners and probabilities of reaching the playoffs on the road to the Stanley Cup.

AccuScore

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Bobby Ryan injury update: Senators forward leaves game with lower-body injury

Ryan was injured after colliding with teammate Jean-Gabriel Pageau.

John Arlia

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John Tavares before Islanders' final home game: 'I hope it all works out, too'

Thursday could serve as John Tavares' final game at Barclays Center. He's still in wait-and-see mode about signing a new contract with the Islanders.

Brandon Schlager

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Travis Dermott injury update: Maple Leafs defenseman day-to-day with foot injury

Toronto defenceman Travis Dermott exited in the first period of Saturday's game after blocking a shot.

Rudi Schuller

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Erik Karlsson's season, career with Senators could be over after skipping trip to Buffalo

Erik Karlsson is not joining the Senators as they begin their final road trip of the season, and it's very possible he's played his last game for Ottawa.

Evan Sporer

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Two of a kind: Sedin twins' connection, class for Canucks won't be duplicated

Henrik and Daniel Sedin will retire from the NHL the same way they arrived 18 years ago: Together. For the Canucks and the rest of the league, turning the page won't be easy.

Evan Sporer

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Carey Price sets record for most games played by a Canadiens goaltender

Montreal's goaltender played in his 557th regular-season NHL game.

Kaylee Pofahl

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NHL playoff odds, updated predictions for road to the 2018 Stanley Cup

AccuScore simulates the rest of the 2017-18 NHL season to predict win totals, division winners and probabilities of reaching the playoffs on the road to the Stanley Cup.

AccuScore

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Oilers play half of loss to Wild with four defenseman

After Andrej Sekera and Yohann Auvitu left Monday's game with injuries halfway through the second period, Edmonton was forced to play with four defenseman.

Kaylee Pofahl

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Erik Karlsson keeps puck after Senators' final home game of season

Karlsson registered three points as Ottawa ended its 2017-18 home campaign with a 6-5 loss to the Winnipeg Jets.

John Arlia

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Senators defenseman Christian Wolanin scores first career NHL goal in loss to Jets

Wolanin failed to record a point in his first six NHL games.

John Arlia

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Sabres' Comm. Ave. connection looks to build a future together in Buffalo

Former Boston University standouts Jack Eichel, Evan Rodriques and Danny O'Regan took very different paths to begin their professional careers. Reunited in the Sabres organization, they'd like to rekindle the magic one day soon.

Marisa Ingemi

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NHL Mixed Bag: Blues, Avalanche on collision course for final West wild-card spot

Two teams heading in opposite directions a month ago are looking at a possible play-in game to decide one final playoff spot in the season's final week.

Rob Mixer

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Capitals clinch Metropolitan title, 100-point season with win over Pittsburgh

Washington claimed the Metro crown for the third year in a row Sunday night with a 3-1 win over the Penguins.

Kaylee Pofahl

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Golden Knights' William Karlsson goes between legs for goal of the year candidate

William Karlsson scored perhaps the goal of the year on Saturday to help the Golden Knights clinch the Pacific Division in their inaugural season.

Evan Sporer

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Flames' Smith, Oilers' Lucic trade punches in net-mouth fracas

Tensions boiled over between the Flames and Oilers Saturday, with Milan Lucic at the center of the conflict.

Evan Sporer

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Eichel's five assists tie Sabres' record in win against Predators

Jack Eichel's five assists against Nashville tied Buffalo's single-game franchise record.

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Jets, Maple Leafs show Canada where its Stanley Cup chances lie

A matchup between the two Canadian NHL playoff teams Saturday night offered a glimpse into what the Jets and Maple Leafs have to offer.

Evan Sporer

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Brandon Carlo injury update: Bruins D leaves game after awkward fall

The 21-year-old defenseman was taken off the ice on a stretcher with an apparent leg injury during Saturday's game against the Panthers.

Brandon Schlager

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Thatcher Demko leads Canucks to overtime win in NHL debut

Thatcher Demko won his NHL debut Saturday when the Vancouver Canucks defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets in overtime.

Kaylee Pofahl

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Jacob Trouba injury update: Jets defenseman set to return against Maple Leafs

Trouba has missed Winnipeg's last five games with a concussion.

John Arlia

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Maple Leafs preparing for postseason with stretch run, pass first test against Islanders

A night after clinching a playoff berth, Toronto beat the Islanders 5-4 at Barclays Center.

John Arlia

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'You have a job to do': No excuses for NHL teams not in playoff hunt

Members of the Canadiens and Red Wings explain how to approach games after being eliminated from playoff contention.

Salim Valji

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Devils experience ups and downs of NHL playoff race

The Devils are trying to hold off the Panthers and earn their first Stanley Cup playoff berth in six years.

Jim Cerny

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NHL Rumor Roundup: John Carlson overlooked, undervalued among potential 2018 free agents

The NHL's 2018 UFA class could be the deepest in years. With the focus on stars like John Tavares, Evander Kane and James van Riemsdyk, don't forget about the best defenseman of the bunch.

Lyle Richardson

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'It’s been an extremely tough time' — Erik Karlsson appreciative of public support after son's death

Erik Karlsson thanked Senators fans for respecting his family's privacy in the days since his son's death, and said Thursday his return to hockey allowed him to "get back to normalcy."

Murray Pam

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Maple Leafs secure spot in Stanley Cup playoffs with assist from Senators

Ottawa's 3-2 overtime win over the Panthers Thursday clinched Toronto's second consecutive playoff berth.

John Arlia

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Sidney Crosby bats puck in mid-air for OT winner against Devils

Sidney Crosby showed off some incredible skill in knocking home a goal in OT on Thursday.

Rudi Schuller

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Predators sign top prospect Eeli Tolvanen for more playoff firepower

There's a ton of hype around the 18-year-old Finnish sensation, who torched the Kontinental Hockey League and set teenage scoring records. How can he help the Predators in their Stanley Cup quest?

Brandon Schlager

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Maple Leafs set franchise record for wins, home wins in a season

Toronto won its 46th game of the season Wednesday night and 27th at Air Canada Centre.

John Arlia

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Auston Matthews reaches 30-goal mark for second consecutive season

Matthews scored 40 goals for the Maple Leafs in his rookie campaign last season.

John Arlia

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NHL Draft 2018: Tracking each team's lottery odds in race for Rasmus Dahlin

All in for Rasmus Dahlin? Sporting News keeps track of each team's chances to win the No. 1 pick in the 2018 NHL Draft and the right to select the generational Swedish defenseman.

Brandon Schlager

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Brandon Tanev scores first career hat trick in Jets' SO win over Bruins

Brandon Tanev scored three of Winnipeg's four regulation goals Tuesday against the Bruins.

Kaylee Pofahl

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McDavid first to reach 100-point plateau in 2017-18 NHL season

Edmonton Oilers superstar Connor McDavid broke the triple-digit mark for the second-straight season.

Rudi Schuller

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'Guys like me don’t get all the press' — Borowiecki humbled by Bill Masterton nomination

Mark Borowiecki is the right choice as the Ottawa Senators' nominee for the Bill Masterton Trophy, says coach Guy Boucher.

Murray Pam

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'He's entitled to his opinion': Brad Marchand responds to criticism from Marcus Johansson

Boston's left winger reacted to comments about the illegal hit that kept Johansson out with a concussion for over two months.

Kaylee Pofahl

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Canucks defenceman Chris Tanev shut down for the season

Vancouver announced that Tanev suffered a knee sprain against the Blues Friday that will sideline him for the remainder of the NHL season.

Kaylee Pofahl

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Steven Stamkos injury update: Lightning captain 'day-to-day', likely back Thursday

The Lightning will be without captain Steven Stamkos on Monday, who will be out for what sounds like nothing more than a night off.

Evan Sporer

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NHL tweaks rules to soothe goalie interference review outcry

Goalie interference will remain a "judgment call" despite season-long controversy, but a new review format will be put into place in time for the playoffs.

Brandon Schlager

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Golden Knights clinch playoff berth in first season

The Vegas Golden Knights continued their fairy tale season by clinching a playoff spot after a 4-1 win over the Colorado Avalanche on Monday night.

Rudi Schuller

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Maple Leafs somehow lose to Sabres, end home win streak

Buffalo handed Toronto its first loss at Air Canada Centre since Jan. 22 on Monday.

Kaylee Pofahl

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Rangers rookie Lias Andersson scores first NHL goal

New York Rangers rookie Lias Andersson scored his first NHL goal in his league debut on Monday.

Rudi Schuller

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'It was stupid': Devils' Johansson speaks out on Marchand concussion-causing elbow

The Devils' forward has been sidelined nine weeks with a concussion following an illegal hit from Boston's pesky winger.

Jim Cerny

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Flames' Gaudreau won't play against Kings, returns home to be with ailing father

Calgary's star winger flew home Sunday to be with his family and won't play Monday against Los Angeles.

Kaylee Pofahl

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NHL Mixed Bag: Jets become Canada's latest, best hope to end Stanley Cup drought

The last time a Canadian franchise hoisted the Stanley Cup, the first iteration of the Jets was closing out its stay in Winnipeg. It would be somewhat poetic if they ended the nation's drought 25 years later.

Rob Mixer

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Ethan Bear scores first career NHL goal in Oilers' loss to Ducks

Bear gave the Oilers a 4-3 lead in the third period, but they couldn't hold on for the win.

John Arlia

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Winnipeg Jets clinch playoff berth with shootout win over Predators

Mark Scheifele scored the only goal in the shootout to give Winnipeg a 5-4 win and its first trip to the playoffs since the 2014-15 season.

John Arlia

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'It was all me' -- Jets' captain Wheeler blames self for fight with teammate Chiarot

Winnipeg's captain explains how he and Ben Chiarot "hugged it out" after Saturday's practice scuffle

Jim Cerny

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McDavid scores twice, passes Kucherov to take outright scoring lead

Connor McDavid was back at it Saturday night, scoring two goals to take the outright lead in the Art Ross race.

Evan Sporer

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Maple Leafs extend record home-winning streak, surpass 2017 point total

Toronto's last loss at Air Canada Centre came Jan. 22 against the Avalanche.

John Arlia

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Zach Hyman's mom cheers on as son fights Red Wings' Helm

Zach Hyman got into his first career fight Saturday night with his parents in attendance, and got some words of encouragement from his mom.

Evan Sporer

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Fight breaks out in Jets practice between Blake Wheeler, Ben Chiarot

Jets captain Blake Wheeler was asked to leave practice Saturday after a skirmish with teammate Ben Chiarot.

Brandon Schlager

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Senators prospect Filip Gustavsson looking to make impression in Belleville

Brimming with confidence, Filip Gustavsson has embraced his role as "goaltender of the future" for Ottawa.

Murray Pam

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Which 100-point team do Maple Leafs want to face in playoffs?

Do Mike Babcock and the Toronto Maple Leafs have a preference between Boston and Tampa Bay as a potential first-round opponent?

Michael Augello

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Winnipeg Jets earn first 100-point season in franchise history

Winnipeg's 3-2 overtime victory over the Ducks gave the Jets 100 points on the season.

Kaylee Pofahl

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Patrik Laine injury update: Jets forward will play Friday against Anaheim

After sustaining a foot injury that put a major scare in Winnipeg, Jets forward Patrik Laine will return to the lineup Friday after not having missed a single game.

Evan Sporer

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Sean Monahan injury update: Flames center shut down for remainder of season

With seven games left on the schedule and playoff hopes out of reach, Calgary announced that Sean Monahan will not play again this season.

Kaylee Pofahl

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Ryan McDonagh Q&A: Lightning defenseman reflects on trade, time with Rangers

In a one-on-one interview with Sporting News, Ryan McDonagh opens up about the blockbuster trade deadline deal that threw him into the thick of a Stanley Cup run.

Jim Cerny

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NHL Rumor Roundup: John Tavares, James van Riemsdyk's best fits in 2018 free agency

A market for two of this summer's top unrestricted free agents-to-be is beginning to take shape months before July 1 arrives.

Lyle Richardson

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NHL playoff odds, predictions for road to the 2018 Stanley Cup

AccuScore simulates the rest of the 2017-18 NHL season to predict win totals, division winners and probabilities of reaching the playoffs on the road to the Stanley Cup.

AccuScore

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McDavid collects four points as Oilers win, eliminate Senators from playoff contention

Connor McDavid scored two goals and added a pair of assists to lead Edmonton past Ottawa on Thursday.

Rudi Schuller

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Blue Jackets extend win streak to 10 games, tie NHL record this season

Columbus' 10-game streak is the second-longest run in franchise history.

Kaylee Pofahl

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Auston Matthews scores in return as Leafs rout Predators

Auston Matthews scored a pretty second-period goal upon his return from a shoulder injury that kept him out of Toronto's lineup for 10 games.

Rudi Schuller

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Shot at Rocket Richard Trophy wanes as Laine takes shot off ankle

Patrik Laine has 43 goals this season, second in the NHL, but will miss some time with a bruised ankle.

Sammi Silber

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Patrik Laine injury update: Jets forward remains out with foot injury, unclear timeline

Patrik Laine will probably miss at least the next two games with a foot injury, though it is still unclear when the Jets forward will be ready to return to their lineup.

Evan Sporer

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Matthews, Zaitsev both back for Maple Leafs against Predators

The Maple Leafs star has missed 10 games with a shoulder injury.

Jim Cerny

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Clayton Keller Q&A: Coyotes rookie dishes on first year in NHL

The Calder Trophy candidate discusses his rookie campaign on and off the ice, playing at Boston University and what he watches on Netflix.

Salim Valji

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Watch: Sidney Crosby bats puck in mid-air twice for goal against Montreal

Sidney Crosby knocked the puck from mid-air into the net for a filthy goal against the Canadiens Wednesday night.

Kaylee Pofahl

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Matt Stajan plays 1,000th career NHL game

The Flames' centre became the 13th player in league history to appear in 1,000 or more NHL games exclusively with Canadian franchises.

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As NHL playoffs near, Capitals yet to decide on Braden Holtby, Philipp Grubauer in net

Barry Trotz has not ruled out both of his goalies playing in the post-season.

Sammi Silber

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Sharks vs. Golden Knights: Time, TV channel, how to watch online

In what would be an historic feat, the Vegas Golden Knights can clinch a spot in the Stanley Cup playoffs Thursday by beating the division rival San Jose Sharks.

Brandon Schlager

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Jets' Laine leaves game with lower-body injury, point streak ends at 15

Winnipeg's star saw his 15-game point streak come to an end after suffering a lower-body injury during the Jets' overtime win over the Kings.

Kaylee Pofahl

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Watch: Oilers' Benning bats puck out of mid-air for goal against Hurricanes

Matt Benning gave Edmonton a 2-1 lead in the first period with some impressive hand-eye coordination.

John Arlia

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New Bruins sensation Ryan Donato excused from practice to finish Harvard coursework

A day after wowing in his NHL debut, the Bruins rookie was given an excused absence from practice as he finishes spring classes at Harvard.

Brandon Schlager

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Panthers relying on leadership, penalty killing in push for playoffs

Florida has reached the playoffs just twice since 2000.

Salim Valji

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Jacob Trouba injury update: Jets defenseman diagnosed with a concussion

In his first game in the Jets lineup after missing 20 due to an ankle injury, defenseman Jacob Trouba sustained a concussion and is now out again.

Evan Sporer

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Senators' Dzingel avoids serious injury, seeks strong finish to breakout season

Ryan Dzingel has a career-high 20 goals and 33 points this season.

Murray Pam

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Carey Price injury update: Canadiens goalie to make return Wednesday at Penguins

Montreal Canadiens goaltender Carey Price will make his return to game action Wednesday against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Evan Sporer

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NHL Mixed Bag: Predicting the overcrowded Western Conference playoff race

There are five teams within three points of one another vying for the final three spots in a wild, wild Western Conference playoff picture. Who holds the edge?

Rob Mixer

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Bruins F Ryan Donato records three points in NHL debut

Ryan Donato scored a goal and notched two assists in his NHL debut on Monday.

Rudi Schuller

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Auston Matthew injury update: Leafs forward won't return against Lightning

Auston Matthews will not make his return to the Maple Leafs lineup Tuesday against the Lightning, though a return is drawing closer.

Evan Sporer

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Angry Senators fans post #MelnykOut billboards in Ottawa

The heat turns up on the unpopular owner of the Ottawa Senators.

Jim Cerny

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Donato to make Bruins debut against Blue Jackets

Bruins prospect Ryan Donato will make his NHL debut three days after finishing his junior season at Harvard.

Evan Sporer

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Enigmatic Flyers handle highs and lows of rollercoaster season

In a season of wild swings, the Flyers close in on a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.

Kaylee Pofahl

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Laine shines again, but Jets lose Trouba in win over Stars

Patrik Laine scored his 42nd and 43rd goals of the season in Winnipeg's 4-2 win Sunday.

John Arlia

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Golden Knights' Karlsson scores hat trick to dent Flames' wild card hopes

Karlsson scored all three of his goals in the second period of Vegas' 4-0 win Sunday.

John Arlia

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Islanders' defensive disaster might have wasted final season of John Tavares

By offensive metrics, the Islanders should be a playoff team, if not a legitimate Stanley Cup contender led by captain John Tavares. A historically putrid defense is the reason 2017-18 went to waste.

Adam Gretz

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Ryan Dzingel injury update: Senators forward leaves game after getting hit in head by shot

Senators forward Ryan Dzingel was involved in a scary looking moment during Ottawa's game on Saturday when a Mike Hoffman shot hit him in the back of the head.

Evan Sporer

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Bruins' David Backes cut by skate blade in net-front collision, leaves game

The Bruins forward was involved in a scary collision with the Lightning's Yanni Gourde where he appeared to suffer a laceration to an unpadded area on his right leg.

Brandon Schlager

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Maple Leafs win franchise record 12th consecutive home game

The Toronto Maple Leafs continued a franchise-record home winning streak, picking up their 12th consecutive victory at Air Canada Centre on Saturday.

Evan Sporer

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Predators clinch NHL's first playoff berth, but that could be just the beginning of historic season

Nashville beat Colorado 4-2 Friday to seal a fourth consecutive trip to the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

John Arlia

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Ilya Kovalchuk confirms NHL comeback plans for 2018

The former Devils and Thrashers superstar still has "gas in my tank" after an MVP performance leading the Olympic Athletes from Russia to an Olympic gold medal.

Brandon Schlager

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Bruins' Backes ejected for hit on Trocheck; suspension coming?

David Backes was ejected from the Bruins game on Thursday for checking for behind less than two weeks after being suspended for a late hit.

Evan Sporer

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NHL Rumor Roundup: Hurricanes primed for bold offseason after management shakeup

With the Hurricanes poised to miss the playoffs for a ninth straight season, new owner Tom Dundon's pick for GM won't pull any punches.

Lyle Richardson

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NWHL playoffs: Riveters, Beauts on collision course for 2018 Isobel Cup

A reflection of one another's successes, the NWHL's Beauts and Riveters are a pair powerhouses with a score to settle. All signs point to the two meeting in the 2018 Isobel Cup Final.

Mike Murphy

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Leo Komarov injury update: Leafs forward exits Sabres game with lower body injury

For the second night in a row, the Toronto Maple Leafs won the game but lost a player.

Rudi Schuller

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Patrik Laine extends point streak, sets new NHL record

Winnipeg's star right winger extended his point streak to 14 consecutive games, the longest by any teenager in NHL history.

Kaylee Pofahl

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Jacob Trouba injury update: Jets defenseman returns against Blackhawks

The Jets returned a key piece to their lineup Thursday in defenseman Jacob Trouba.

Evan Sporer

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McElhinney-Andersen dynamic helps both goaltenders thrive for Leafs

Toronto's starting and backup goalie share a strong relationship that allows them both to flourish.

Dave McCarthy

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