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Avalanche's Nazem Kadri gets revenge with hat trick in Game 4 vs. Blues: 'For those who hate, that was for them'

It's been a heck of a few days for the Colorado forward.

Joe Rivera

Evander Kane's timeline of trouble

Evander Kane has spent plenty of time in the headlines for all of the wrong reasons.

Bryan Murphy

Milan Lucic timeline of suspensions: Flames forward won't face discipline for hit on Mike Smith

Lucic was given five-minute major for charging and a game misconduct after running over Mike Smith in Game 3.

Bryan Murphy

Should Andrew Brunette remain the Panthers coach?

Brunette took over for Joel Quenneville in late October of 2021.

Bryan Murphy

Presidents' Trophy curse: Panthers fall in second round to the Lightning to keep streak alive

A team has not won the Presidents' Trophy and the Stanley Cup in the same year since 2013.

Bryan Murphy

Avalanche's Nazem Kadri reportedly faces death threats, hate speech after collision that injured Blues' Jordan Binnington

Kadri collided with Binnington in the first period of the Western Conference Round 2, Game 3 matchup.

Edward Sutelan

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Warriors take 3-0 lead on Mavs, Justin Thomas wins the PGA, Tim Anderson silences Yankees

Golden State closes in on the Western title, Justin Thomas is the comeback king at Southern Hills, and Tim Anderson has the final word for the White Sox.

The Sporting News

Rangers' Gerard Gallant upset with Hurricanes' post-Game 3 'bulls—', sends warning to Carolina

Things got chippy after the final horn in Madison Square Garden.

Joe Rivera

NHL playoff schedule today: TV channels, times to watch Sunday's tripleheader

The NHL has three playoff games on deck for Sunday, with Panthers-Lightning, Rangers-Hurricanes and Flames-Oilers.

Bryan Murphy

What channel is Avalanche vs. Blues Game 3 on today?

The series moves to St. Louis knotted 1-1.

Bryan Murphy

Why did Rick Bowness step away as the Stars coach?

Bowness helped lead the Stars to the Stanley Cup final in 2020.

Bryan Murphy

Former NHL prospect saves young girl from drowning

Foucault went from tourist to hero in a matter of moments.

Bryan Murphy

Ranking the potential landing spots for Barry Trotz

Trotz owns the third-most coaching wins in NHL history, but he was fired by the Islanders in a shocking move after New York missed the 2022 playoffs.

Bryan Murphy

Lightning radio commentators deliver epic call to punctuate Ross Colton's game-winning goal in Game 2 vs. Panthers

Ross Colton's game-winner in the final seconds of regulation was amazing, but Dave Mishkin and Phil Esposito's call of it may have been just as good.

Jacob Camenker

Arizona State clarifies that the Coyotes can have logo on the ice at new arena

The Coyotes will play out of Arizona State for the next three years.

Bryan Murphy

Don Cherry says there's 'no animosity' towards Ron MacLean, but won't be friends again

Don Cherry was fired from Sportsnet in November of 2019 from controversial comments on air.

Bryan Murphy

Battle of Alberta: When have the Oilers and Flames played in the postseason?

Calgary and Edmonton meet in the second round of the 2022 NHL playoffs.

Bryan Murphy

Flames vs. Oilers Game 1 by the numbers: Key stats from wild Battle of Alberta series opener

Calgary won one of the highest-scoring NHL playoff games ever.

Tom Gatto

What channel is Avalanche vs. Blues Game 2 on today?

The Avalanche look to take a 2-0 series lead in the second round after a Game 1 overtime win.

Bryan Murphy

Jordan Binnington needs to return to his 2019 self for the Blues to beat the Avalanche

Binnington as earned back the starting duties during these playoffs after losing the job to Ville Husso.

Bryan Murphy

Maple Leafs star Mitch Marner carjacked at gunpoint outside Toronto

Marner had his black Range Rover stolen from him in Etobicoke.

Bryan Murphy

Brayden Point status for Game 2 vs. Panthers

Brayden Point left late in the first period of the Lightning-Leafs Game 7. Will he be available for Game 2 against the Florida Panthers?

Bryan Murphy

Ranking Golden Knights' 4 best coaching candidates to replace DeBoer

The Golden Knights fired Peter DeBoer after three seasons with the club.

Bryan Murphy

Brayden Schenn throws tantrum in penalty box, smashes camera

The Blues forward clearly did not agree with the high-sticking penalty he was assessed late in Game 1.

Bryan Murphy

How the Hurricanes are trying to keep Rangers fans from buying tickets to Carolina home games

It's not a new tactic, but one that's pretty petty nonetheless.

Joe Rivera

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Jimmy Butler dominates Celtics, Magic win the lottery, Tiger weighs in on Phil missing PGA

Jimmy Butler bosses Boston in Game 1, Orlando has the magic touch in the NBA Draft Lottery, and Tiger Woods tells us if he’ll miss Phil Mickelson at this year’s PGA Championship.

The Sporting News

What channel is Oilers vs. Flames Game 1 on today?

The Oilers vs. Flames are starting their Western Conference second round series on Wednesday night. Here's how NHL fans can watch and live stream the action.

Bryan Murphy

What channel is Rangers vs. Hurricanes Game 1 on today?

The Rangers and the Hurricanes are starting their Eastern Conference second round series on Wednesday night. Here's how NHL fans can watch and live stream the action.

Bryan Murphy

Maple Leafs 2022 offseason outlook entering this summer

The Maple Leafs fell in the first round of the playoff for the sixth consecutive season.

Bryan Murphy

Championship odds, best bets to win the 2022 NHL Stanley Cup

The Panthers and Avalanche still hold the best odds of winning the Cup.

Bryan Murphy

What channel is Panthers vs. Lightning Game 1 on today?

The Panthers and the Lightning are starting their Eastern Conference second round series on Tuesday night. Here's how NHL fans can watch and live stream the action.

Jacob Camenker

What channel is Avalanche vs. Blues Game 1 on today?

The Avalanche and the Blues are starting their Western Conference second round series on Tuesday night. Here's how NHL fans can watch and live stream the action.

Jacob Camenker

Hurricanes vs. Rangers second-round preview for 2022 NHL playoffs

Both team won their first rounds in seven games, with the Hurricanes defeating the Bruins and the Rangers taking down the Penguins.

Bryan Murphy

Flames vs. Oilers second-round preview for 2022 NHL playoffs

The Flames beat the Stars in seven games, while the Oilers defeated the Kings in seven.

Bryan Murphy

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Luka Doncic, Mavs dominate Game 7, Celtics end Bucks' reign, Albert Pujols takes the mound

Luka Doncic and Dallas dominate Game 7, Boston beats the Bucks and Albert Pujols takes up pitching!

The Sporting News

Bruins 2022 offseason outlook entering this summer

Boston fell in Game 7 against Carolina in the first round of the 2022 NHL playoffs.

Bryan Murphy

Was this the last ride for the Penguins' core? Pittsburgh players react to possible end for group

Evgeni Malkin, Kris Letang and Bryan Rust are all free agents this offseason.

Bryan Murphy

Rangers vs. Penguins Game 7: Artemi Panarin scores the OT winner as New York defeats Pittsburgh

New York and Pittsburgh battle it out in Game 7, with a date with the Hurricanes on the line.

Bryan Murphy

Sidney Crosby will play in Game 7 against the Rangers

The Sporting News has you covered on all things related to Sidney Crosby's injury.

David Suggs

Panthers vs. Lightning second-round preview for 2022 NHL playoffs

The Panthers defeated the Capitals in six games while the Lightning earned a Game 7 victory over the Leafs in the first round to advance.

Bryan Murphy

Avalanche vs. Blues second-round preview for 2022 NHL playoffs

The Avalanche swept the Predators in the first round while the Blues took care of the Wild in six games.

Bryan Murphy

What channel is Rangers vs. Penguins Game 7 on today?

The winner of this game will take on the Hurricanes in the second round.

Bryan Murphy

What channel is Flames vs. Stars Game 7 on today?

The winner of this game will take on the Oilers in the second round.

Bryan Murphy

Oilers vs. Kings Game 7: Edmonton blanks Los Angeles 2-0 to advance to second round

Edmonton grabbed their first postseason series win since 2017.

Bryan Murphy

Maple Leafs emotional after another Game 7 loss, but brighter days are near for this team

The Maple Leafs fell 2-1 to the Lighting at home, ending their 2021-22 season.

Bryan Murphy

How have the Maple Leafs performed in Game 7s?

Toronto has not won a Game 7 since 2004, which is also the last time it has won a playoff series.

Bryan Murphy

Maple Leafs vs. Lightning Game 7: Tampa Bay wins 2-1 to knock off Toronto

The Lightning advance to play the Panthers in the second round.

Bryan Murphy

Will Patrice Bergeron retire? Hockey world awaits Bruins legend's decision

As the seconds ticked down on Boston's Game 7 loss to the Hurricanes, Bruins fans' attention quickly shifted to the future of their captain.

Carlan Gay

NHL playoff schedule today: TV channels, times to watch Saturday's Game 7 tripleheader

Here's a look at all of the Game 7 matchups in the first round of the NHL playoffs, including start times and TV channels.

Edward Sutelan

What channel is Hurricanes vs. Bruins on today? Game 7 time, TV schedule, live streams for 2022 NHL playoff game

The Bruins forced a Game 7 with a 5-2 win on Thursday.

Bryan Murphy

What channel is Maple Leafs vs Lightning on today? Game 7 TV schedule, live streams, start time for 2022 NHL playoff game

The Maple Leafs have one last chance to exorcise their playoff demons and win a playoff series.

David Suggs

What channel is Kings vs. Oilers on today? Game 7 TV schedule, live streams, start time for 2022 NHL playoff game

The Kings are looking to win their first series since winning the Stanley Cup in 2014.

Kevin Skiver

Carter Verhaeghe, new generation of Panthers end team's NHL playoff series win drought

Carter Verhaeghe was 9 months and 18 days old when the Panthers last won a playoff series.

Kevin Skiver

NHL Playoffs 2022 Schedule: What games are on TV tonight?

Mother's Day features four games on the slate as the NHL playoffs kick-off.

Bryan Murphy

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Luka Doncic, Mavs force Game 7 against Suns as Heat knock out Sixers

Luka Doncic and the Mavs force Game 7, Miami takes out Philadelphia, and the Rugby World Cup is coming to America.

The Sporting News

Brayden Point scores the OT winner in Game 6 to keep Lightning alive

The Lightning survive to see another day, forcing a Game 7 against the Maple Leafs.

Bryan Murphy

When was the last time the Maple Leafs won a playoff series?

The Maple Leafs had a chance at clinching their first-round series on Saturday against the Lightning but they failed.

Bryan Murphy

Sidney Crosby leaves Game 5 vs. Rangers after apparent hit to head

Sidney Crosby absorbed a high hit from Rangers defenseman Jacob Trouba that eventually took him out of the game in the second period.

Kevin Skiver

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Bucks edge Celtics, Grizzlies blow out Warriors, NFL schedule release on tap

No MVP, no problem for Giannis and the Bucks, the Grizzlies go wild against Golden State and happy NFL schedule release day!

The Sporting News

Oilers' Darnell Nurse suspended one game for head-butting Kings' Philip Danault

The Edmonton defenseman will be out for Game 6 against the Kings

Bryan Murphy

Jason Spezza's intermission speech rallies Leafs to Game 5 win over Lightning

The Maple Leafs came back from down 2-0 to beat the Lightning 4-3.

Bryan Murphy

Who is Logan Cooley? USNTDP forward is top American prospect in 2022 NHL Draft class

Cooley has been playing for the U.S. National Team Development Program.

Bryan Murphy

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Joel Embiid concedes MVP race, Tom Brady gets TV deal, Reid Detmers makes no-hitter history

Joel Embiid concedes the MVP race, the Bucs back Tom Brady’s new TV career, and Angels rookie Reid Detmers makes no-hitter history.

The Sporting News

Does Patrick Marleau belong in the Hockey Hall of Fame?

Marleau announced his retirement after 23 years in the NHL.

Bryan Murphy

When is the 2022 NHL Draft? Date, time, TV channel, top prospects

The NHL draft is slowly approaching, so which players will have their dreams come true in July?

Bryan Murphy

When was the last time the Canadiens owned the No. 1 pick in the NHL draft?

The Canadiens will be picking first overall in the 2022 NHL Draft.

Bryan Murphy

NHL Mock Draft 2022 2.0: Canadiens take Shane Wright with No. 1 pick

With the NHL regular season over, teams out of playoffs are turning toward the 2022 NHL Draft.

Bryan Murphy

NHL Draft Lottery results 2022: Canadiens win the No. 1 pick in the NHL Draft

The order for the first half of the 2022 NHL Draft has been determined.

Bryan Murphy

Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy out of COVID protocol; will play in Game 5

McAvoy did not play in Game 4 of the series after he was placed on COVID protocol.

Bryan Murphy

Hurricanes' Frederik Andersen still out for Game 5

Carolina turns to backup Antti Raanta for his fourth playoff start of the series.

Bryan Murphy

What time is the 2022 NHL Draft Lottery?

One lucky team will receive the No. 1 pick in the draft on Tuesday.

Bryan Murphy

What team has the best odds in the 2022 NHL Draft Lottery for the No. 1 pick?

The NHL Draft Lottery takes places on Tuesday night.

Bryan Murphy

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Steph Curry makes history in Warriors win, Sony Michel to Miami, London's calling for MLB

Clutch win for the Warriors as Steph Curry makes history, Miami moves for Sony Michel, and London’s calling for Major League Baseball.

The Sporting News

What channel is the NHL Draft Lottery on tonight?

The NHL Draft Lottery will determine who receives the No. 1 pick in the 2022 draft.

Bryan Murphy

Avalanche's Darcy Kuemper 'doing well', but won't play Game 4 vs. Predators

The Colorado goaltender left Game 3 after getting poked in the eye by the stick of Nashville's Ryan Johansen.

Bryan Murphy

Avalanche's Darcy Kuemper 'doing well', but won't play Game 4 vs. Predators

The Colorado goaltender left Game 3 after getting poked in the eye by the stick of Nashville's Ryan Johansen.

Bryan Murphy

Why did the Islanders fire Barry Trotz? GM Lou Lamoriello sidesteps specifics on coach's removal

The Islanders decided to move on from the former Stanley Cup winning coach in a stunner on Monday.

Joe Rivera

Ranking the Islanders' 3 best replacements for Barry Trotz

Islanders GM Lou Lamoriello announced on Monday that the team was relieving Trotz of his duties in a shocking move.

Bryan Murphy

Bruins' Brad Marchand jokingly reveals what he said to Hurricanes' Tony DeAngelo during jawing match

The budding rivalry between Brad Marchand and Tony DeAngelo was on full display in Game 4 of the Bruins vs. Hurricanes series on Sunday.

Jacob Camenker

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: James Harden the hero for Sixers, Chris Paul's family in altercation, F1 puts on a show in Miami

James Harden the hero as Sixers even the series, Chris Paul’s family harassed on a dark day for the Suns, and the stars come out to party at the Miami Grand Prix.

The Sporting News

Why Messier the Kentucky Derby horse was named after NHL legend Mark Messier

The Canadian-bred horse is one of the favorites to win the 2022 Kentucky Derby.

Bryan Murphy

Casey DeSmith injury update: Penguins goalie out for playoffs after surgery

Goaltender is now a serious point of concern for the Penguins in their series against the Rangers.

Kevin Skiver

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Shohei Ohtani the boss in Boston, Penguins stand by their man, Miami welcomes F1

Showtime Shohei bosses it in Boston, the Penguins stand by their man, and it’s welcome to Miami for the stars of Formula One.

The Sporting News

How Canadian teams avoided COVID testing ahead of Games 3 and 4 in U.S.

Edmonton and Toronto traveled by bus over the U.S.-Canada border before flying.

Bryan Murphy

Brad Marchand fined $5k for slashing Hurricanes goalie Pyotr Kochetkov in Game 2

The Boston forward and Carolina goaltender each received minor penalties in the Game 2 win for the Hurricanes.

Bryan Murphy

Halifax, Moncton announced as location for 2023 IIHF World Junior Championship

The 2023 World Junior Championship got a new location after the IIHF moved the event from Russia.

Bryan Murphy

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Suns and Heat up 2-0, NFL teams get passports ready, Sounders make history

The Suns and Heat make it two for two, find out who’s going on an NFL road trip, and the Seattle Sounders make history.

The Sporting News

Ranking the Red Wings' 4 best coaching candidates to replace Jeff Blashill

The Red Wings fired coach Jeff Blashill at the end of the regular season, who was with the team for seven seasons.

Bryan Murphy

How Jack Campbell 'Soup' chants started for the Maple Leafs goalie

The Toronto faithful don't hold back when cheering on their goaltender.

Bryan Murphy

Domingue on entering Game 1: 'I honestly thought they were joking with me'

The Penguins backup made 17 saves in relief of Casey DeSmith in the Pittsburgh's 4-3 triple-overtime winner in Game 1.

Bryan Murphy

Most saves in an NHL playoff game: Where Igor Shesterkin ranks after his 79 saves in Game 1

Igor Shesterkin made 79 saves in the Rangers' Game 1 loss in triple overtime to the Penguins.

Bryan Murphy

NHL officiating explains controversial goalie interference call in Rangers-Penguins Game 1

A controversial game-changing call in the third period may have doomed the Rangers.

Joe Rivera

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Ja Morant drops 47 in Game 2 win, Celtics bounce back vs. Bucks, Dusty Baker gets win 2,000

Ja Morant joins the greats as Grizzlies win Game 2, Boston bounces back against the Bucks and Dusty Baker makes baseball history.

The Sporting News

Kyle Clifford suspended one game for dangerous hit on Ross Colton in Game 1

Kyle Clifford was given a five-minute boarding major and a game misconduct for his hit on Ross Colton.

Bryan Murphy

Aaron Ekblad will return tonight for Game 1 against the Capitals

The Panthers defenseman has been out since mid-March with a leg injury.

Bryan Murphy

Flames vs. Stars first-round preview for 2022 NHL playoffs

Calgary won the Pacific Division while the Stars nabbed the first wild-card spot in the Western Conference.

Bryan Murphy

Jared Spurgeon fined for Game 1 cross-check on Pavel Buchnevich

The Wild captain was given a two-minute minor penalty for cross-checking Pavel Buchnevich in Game 1.

Bryan Murphy

Alex Ovechkin will play in Game 1 against the Panthers

Ovechkin was injured during the Capitals' 4-3 shootout loss to the Maple Leafs last week.

Bryan Murphy

Avalanche vs. Predators first-round preview for 2022 NHL playoffs

Colorado finished atop the Western Conference while Nashville earned the final playoff spot.

Bryan Murphy

Rangers vs. Penguins first-round preview for 2022 NHL playoffs

The Rangers and Penguins concluded the regular season as the Nos. 2 and 3 teams in the Metro.

Bryan Murphy

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Luka Doncic can't lift Mavs past Suns, DeAndre Hopkins suspended, Mets dump Robinson Cano

Luka Doncic does some damage but not enough for Dallas to beat the Suns, will DeAndre Hopkins suspension mean a trade away from Arizona, and the Mets designate Robinson Cano.

The Sporting News

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Luka Doncic can't lift Mavs past Suns, DeAndre Hopkins suspended, Mets dump Robinson Cano

Luka Doncic does some damage but not enough for Dallas to beat the Suns, will DeAndre Hopkins suspension mean a trade away from Arizona, and the Mets designate Robinson Cano.

The Sporting News

What channel is Flames vs. Stars on today?

The Flames and Stars meet in the postseason after matching up in 2020.

Bryan Murphy

What channel is Rangers vs. Penguins on today?

The Penguins head into Game 1 against the Rangers without starter Tristan Jarry.

Bryan Murphy

What NHL records are held or shared by Wayne Gretzky?

Wayne Gretzky ended his career holding 61 different NHL records.

Bryan Murphy

Panthers vs. Capitals first-round preview for 2022 NHL playoffs

The Panthers won the Presidents' Trophy and earned the top spot in the East, while the Caps grabbed the second wild-card spot in the conference.

Bryan Murphy

What channel is Panthers vs. Capitals on today?

Florida is fresh off winning the Presidents' Trophy, but the Capital are looking for the upset.

Bryan Murphy

What channel is Avalanche vs. Predators on today?

Colorado is looking to continue its dominant 2021-22 season with a first-round matchup against the Predators.

Bryan Murphy

Odds, best bets to win Conn Smythe

Andrei Vasilevskiy was tabbed playoff MVP of 2021. Who takes the honors in 2022?

Bryan Murphy

How does the NHL playoff bracket work?

The NHL returns to its normal playoff format after altering the 2020 and 2021 playoffs.

Bryan Murphy

What channel is Oilers vs. Kings on today?

Edmonton and Los Angeles kick off their postseasons with a Game 1 matchup on Monday.

Bryan Murphy

NHL playoff predictions for 2022 postseason

The Tampa Bay Lightning lifted the Stanley Cup last year, but who does SN think will be champions this season?

Bryan Murphy

What channel is Wild vs. Blues on today?

The two Central Division foes meet for the third time in the playoffs in each club's history.

Bryan Murphy

What channel is Hurricanes vs. Bruins on today?

Can the Hurricanes grab an early series lead against the Bruins without Frederik Andersen?

Bryan Murphy

What channel is Leafs vs. Lightning on today?

The Leafs will look to start the 2022 NHL playoffs on the right foot with a Game 1 win over the Lightning on Monday. Here's how to watch all the action.

Carlan Gay

How to watch the 2022 NHL playoffs on ESPN, TNT

ESPN and TNT are the homes of the 2022 NHL playoffs this season, a change from recent postseasons.

Bryan Murphy

Canadiens 2022 offseason outlook entering this summer

Montreal finished a disappointing 2021-22 NHL season in last place in the Eastern Conference.

Bryan Murphy

Canucks 2022 offseason outlook entering this summer

Vancouver enters its first offseason with its new management.

Bryan Murphy

Senators 2022 offseason outlook entering this summer

The Senators failed to take a step forward in the rebuild this season, so what's the plan for this offseason?

Bryan Murphy

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Giannis bullies Boston, Sixers await Embiid return, Kelsie Whitmore makes baseball history

Giannis bullies Boston in Game 1, Embiid injury turns the Heat up on Philly, and baseball history is made by Kelsie Whitmore.

The Sporting News

What are Alex Ovechkin's career playoff stats?

The Great 8 helped the Caps to the franchise's first Stanley Cup win in 2018.

Bryan Murphy

Who can make a surprise run in the 2022 NHL playoffs?

The Canadiens made a Cinderella-run to the final in 2021. Will a team come out of nowhere this postseason?

Bryan Murphy

Maple Leafs vs. Lightning first-round preview for 2022 NHL playoffs

The Maple Leafs grabbed the No. 2 spot in the Atlantic Division while the Lightning placed third.

Bryan Murphy

Oilers vs. Kings first-round preview for 2022 NHL playoffs

Edmonton and Los Angeles finished as the Nos. 2 and 3 teams in the Pacific Division.

Bryan Murphy

Who has won the Conn Smythe Trophy? List of every winner of the Stanley Cup playoffs MVP

Andrei Vasilevskiy won the award as NHL playoff MVP last year, but who will be the winner in 2022?

Bryan Murphy

NHL playoffs: Who holds the record for most points, goals and assists in a postseason game?

While NHL legends are on these lists, names you would never guess are on them, too.

Bryan Murphy

How good has Sidney Crosby been in the postseason?

The Penguins captain has been one of the NHL's best players when the lights turn the brightest.

Bryan Murphy

Wild vs. Blues first-round preview for 2022 NHL playoffs

The Wild and Blues finished as the Nos. 2 and 3 teams in the Central Division.

Bryan Murphy

Hurricanes vs. Bruins first-round preview for 2022 NHL playoffs

Carolina won the Metropolitan Division and the Bruins earned the first wild-card spot in the East.

Bryan Murphy

Jets 2022 offseason outlook entering this summer

Winnipeg underwhelmed this season, missing the playoffs for the first time since 2017.

Bryan Murphy

Who has the most playoff points, goals and assists in NHL history?

The Sporting News looks at the top 10 in NHL playoff points, goals and assists.

Bryan Murphy

Red Wings 2022 offseason outlook entering this summer

Detroit showed a flash of the future with their rookies shining this season.

Bryan Murphy

NHL playoffs: Who has the most points, goals and assists in a single postseason?

Wayne Gretzky has some of the most impressive single-postseason runs that the NHL has ever seen.

Bryan Murphy

When is the 2022 NHL Draft lottery? Date, time, TV channel, odds for the No. 1 pick drawing

While the regular season is coming to a close, certain teams have their eyes on the No. 1 pick in this summer's NHL Draft.

Bryan Murphy

Who are the best goaltenders in the NHL playoffs?

Goalies can make or break a Stanley Cup run. Who will be this year's biggest difference-maker?

Bryan Murphy

Why the Jets and Kraken are playing a game today

Winnipeg and Seattle play their final game of the 2021-22 NHL season two days after the rest of the league concluded their regular seasons.

Bryan Murphy

Flyers 2022 offseason outlook entering this summer

The Flyers underperformed greatly during the 2021-22 NHL season, so what's next?

Bryan Murphy

Islanders 2022 offseason outlook entering this summer

New York missed the postseason a year after being Stanley Cup contenders.

Bryan Murphy

Sabres 2022 offseason outlook entering this summer

Buffalo finished a 2021-22 NHL season that went a lot better than most expected.

Bryan Murphy

When do the NHL playoffs start? Key dates, schedule, TV channels & more to know for hockey's 2022 postseason

The NHL Playoffs start in the beginning of May with 16 teams gunning to hoist the Stanley Cup.

Bryan Murphy

Ducks use emergency backup goalie Tom Hodges in season finale

Hodges came into the game for the Ducks after John Gibson and Anthony Stolarz were injured.

Bryan Murphy

What is the most goals scored in a game by a team this NHL season?

The Canadiens potted 10 goals in their season finale, becoming just the third team this season to hit double digits in a game.

Bryan Murphy

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: NFL Draft gets defensive, Chris Paul makes history, Amanda Serrano ready for MSG bout

Teams on the defensive in the NFL Draft, Chris Paul makes NBA playoff history, and Amanda Serrano gets ready for her date with destiny at Madison Square Garden.

The Sporting News

NHL Stanley Cup playoff picture 2022: First-round matchups are locked in for the postseason

The NHL playoff picture is beginning to be finalized with the end of the 2021-22 regular season quickly approaching.

Bryan Murphy

IIHF Ice Hockey U18 World Championship 2022: Dates, times, schedule and how to watch

Top prospects from eight countries gather in Germany to not only battle for a gold medal, but also to raise their NHL draft stock.

Bryan Murphy

Most goals by a team in a season: Panthers set salary cap-era record in win over Red Wings

The Panthers potted five goals Thursday night, helping the team to surpass the previous total of 319.

Bryan Murphy

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Warriors and Bucks advance, NFL Draft set to begin in Vegas as Golden Knights miss playoffs

Series wins for Warriors and Bucks in the NBA Playoffs, the 2022 NFL Draft gets underway, and it’s all over for Vegas as the Dallas Stars take NHL wild card.

The Sporting News

Who are the best teams in NHL history to miss the playoffs?

The Golden Knights were one of the preseason favorites to win the Stanley Cup, yet they did not make the postseason.

Bryan Murphy

Where Auston Matthews' 60 goals rank in NHL and Maple Leafs history

The Maple Leafs star joins Alex Ovechkin and Steven Stamkos as the only players to accomplish the feat in the past 20 years.

Bryan Murphy

Who leads the NHL in points right now? Tracking the race for the 2022 Art Ross Trophy

Connor McDavid is looking to win his fourth Art Ross, but there are a handful of players that are trying to play spoiler.

Bryan Murphy

How the Golden Knights can still make the NHL playoffs

Vegas' hopes of the NHL postseason are still alive, but there's a lot that needs to happen for the team to get in.

Bryan Murphy

Who has scored 100 points this season in the NHL?

Eight players have registered at least 100 points in the 2021-22 season.

Bryan Murphy

Robin Lehner to get season-ending shoulder surgery

It was reported last week that Lehner would be getting surgery, however, it was not official until Monday.

Bryan Murphy

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Talking Nikola Jokic, Ben Simmons, Tyson Fury and more

Nikola Jokic keeps Denver’s season alive, Brooklyn’s Ben Simmons ruled out of Game 4 and what next for Tyson Fury?

The Sporting News

Ducks captain Ryan Getzlaf plays in final game ahead of retirement

Getzlaf is ending his NHL career after 17 seasons, all with the Ducks.

Bryan Murphy

NHL world reacts to the death of Guy Lafleur, a 5-time Stanley Cup champion and Canadiens great

The former Canadiens forward died at the age of 70 after a battle with lung cancer.

Bryan Murphy

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Grizzlies' great comeback, Miggy waiting on 3,000, Kyler Murray staying in Arizona?

The Grizzlies grind out a comeback win in Minnesota, Miguel Cabrera denied by the Yankees, and Kyler Murray set to stay with the Cardinals.

The Sporting News

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Joel Embiid lifts 76ers, Nats parachute stunt falls flat, Alex Ovechkin in elite company

Joel Embiid wins an overtime thriller for Philadelphia, Capitol Hill locks down following Nationals parachute stunt, and the Great 8 makes NHL history again.

The Sporting News

Dryden McKay suspension: Why the 2022 Hobey Baker winner received a six-month ban for doping violation

The goaltender from Minnesota State tested positive for the banned substance Ostarine.

Bryan Murphy

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Warriors and Sixers take 2-0 leads, Marcus Smart gets love from The Glove, Marshawn Lynch hits the ice

Golden State and Philadelphia go 2-0 up in the NBA playoffs, Gary Payton has a surprise for Marcus Smart, and who let Marshawn Lynch do donuts in an ice hockey rink?

The Sporting News

Marshawn Lynch's Kraken ownership, explained: Former Seahawks star's role with NHL expansion franchise

The Seahawks running back is planning to give back to the community.

Joe Rivera

NCAA hockey signings: Michigan's Beniers, Power, Johnson all sign with their NHL teams

With the NCAA season wrapped up, several college hockey players are signing contracts with NHL clubs.

Bryan Murphy

Carey Price return: A timeline of events for the Canadiens goaltender as he makes his season debut Friday

The Montreal goaltender has been out all season rehabbing a knee injury.

Bryan Murphy

NHL world reacts to the death of Mike Bossy, an Islanders legend and 4-time Stanley Cup champion

Islanders all-time goal leader Mike Bossy died on Thursday after a battle with lung cancer.

Bryan Murphy

NHL Rookie Ladder: Moritz Seider has pulled away from the rest of the Calder Trophy field

With just over two weeks to the conclusion of the 2021-22 NHL regular season, it's the last chance for rookies to make their case for the Calder Trophy.

Bryan Murphy

NHL Big Board 2022: Matthew Savoie drops, Kevin Korchinski rises in lastest draft rankings

Flo Hockey's latest NHL big board features some movement in the top 10 for the 2022 NHL Draft.

Josh Bell, FCHockey

Jerry York retirement: Where the legendary Boston College coach ranks all time in NCAA hockey wins

Jerry York announced his retirement from coaching after 50 seasons in the NCAA.

Bryan Murphy

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Nets and Timberwolves advance, Cincinnati fans see red, Commanders in the crosshairs

There's a new sports podcast to put in your daily lineup. Catch up on the biggest names and biggest games with The Sporting News 7 every morning at 7 a.m. ET.

Sporting News

Is Kent Johnson playing tonight? NHL's 2021 No. 5 draft pick expected to make Blue Jackets on Wednesday

The Blue Jackets' 2021 first-round pick Kent Johnson will don the Columbus jersey for the first time tonight.

Bryan Murphy

NHL MVP Ladder: Maple Leafs Auston Matthews scoring his way to the Hart Trophy

The NHL MVP is starting to become clearer as we hit the final stretch of the 2021-22 NHL regular season.

Bryan Murphy

Tyson Nash defends controversial comments during Ducks-Coyotes scuffle: 'I really wouldn't change a thing'

Coyotes broadcaster Tyson Nash tripled down on his take about Jay Beagle going after Trevor Zegras and Troy Terry in a game on April 1.

Bryan Murphy

Is Owen Power playing tonight? The 2021 No. 1 pick is expected to make his Sabres debut on Tuesday

2021 No. 1 pick Owen Power is projected to make his NHL debut tonight with the Sabres in their game against the Maple Leafs.

Bryan Murphy

Is Matty Beniers playing tonight? NHL's 2021 No. 2 pick expected to make Kraken debut on Tuesday

Matty Beniers, the Kraken's No. 2 pick from the 2021 draft, is scheduled to make his NHL debut on Tuesday.

Bryan Murphy

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Rhyne Howard top WNBA Draft pick, Lakers fire Frank Vogel, Phillies fans furious at Alec Bohm

There's a new sports podcast to put in your daily lineup. Catch up on the biggest names and biggest games with The Sporting News 7 every morning at 7 a.m. ET.

Sporting News

Is Bobby Brink playing tonight? Hobey Baker finalist set to make NHL debut with Flyers on Tuesday

2019 second-round pick and Hobey Baker finalist Bobby Brink will make his Flyers debut tonight against the Capitals.

Bryan Murphy

Evgeni Malkin suspension details: Penguins forward given four-game suspension for cross-checking Predators' Mark Borowiecki

Evgeni Malkin was suspended four games by the NHL Department of Player Safety for cross-checking Predators defenseman Mark Borowiecki on Sunday.

Bryan Murphy

Who has won the most Frozen Four championships? List of past winners of NCAA men's hockey tournament

Denver is now tied with Michigan for the most national champions in NCAA hockey after its 5-1 win over Minnesota State.

Bryan Murphy

Frozen Four championship 2022 results: Denver defeats Minnesota State 5-1 to win program's 9th NCAA title

Denver scored five unanswered goals in the third period to win the national championship.

Bryan Murphy

NHL all-time point leaders: Who has the most points in NHL history?

Alex Ovechkin and Sidney Crosby are working their way up the NHL all-time points list. Here is where they stand and who makes up the rest of all-time points list.

Bryan Murphy

What channel is Denver vs. Minnesota State on today? Time, TV schedule for NCAA Frozen Four championship

Denver has a shot at its ninth NCAA championship in program history while Minnesota State is eyeing its first.

Bryan Murphy

What time does the Frozen Four championship start? TV schedule, channel for 2022 college hockey title game

Denver and Minnesota State meet in Boston tonight for the NCAA championship game.

Bryan Murphy

Hobey Baker Award 2022: Minnesota State's Dryden McKay honored as college hockey's top player

Minnesota State's Dryden McKay earned the Hobey Baker Award as the top player in NCAA men's Division I for the 2021-22 season.

Bryan Murphy

Sidney Crosby's underrated season by the numbers: How Penguins captain continues to score at a point-per-game clip in 2021-22

Penguins forward Sidney Crosby has been a point-per-game player yet again in his 17th season in the league.

Bryan Murphy

Maple Leafs single-season goal record: Auston Matthews passes Rick Vaive with goal No. 55

Auston Matthews broke the Maple Leafs single-season record for goals and it begs the question ⁠— is he already the greatest scorer in Maple Leafs history?

Bryan Murphy

NCAA Frozen Four 2022: Denver beats Michigan 3-2 in OT of national semifinals thanks to Carter Savoie's goal

Carter Savoie punched Denver's ticket to the NCAA national championship game with his OT winner in the semifinals against Michigan.

Bryan Murphy

When is the Frozen Four 2022? Dates, TV schedule, locations, odds and more for the NCAA Tournament

The NCAA Frozen Four gets started this weekend. Here is all the times, TV channels, dates and everything else you need to know for the college hockey tournament.

Bryan Murphy

What channel is Denver vs. Michigan on today? Time, TV schedule for NCAA Tournament Frozen Four game

Michigan and Denver square off for the first time in nearly two decades with a spot in the national championship on the line.

Bryan Murphy

What channel is Minnesota vs. Minnesota State on today? Time, TV schedule for NCAA Tournament Frozen Four game

Minnesota and Minnesota State meet once again after the Mavericks eliminated the Golden Gophers in the NCAA regional finals in 2021.

Bryan Murphy

NHL prospects 2022: Ranking the top 10 players in NCAA Frozen Four, from Owen Power to Matty Beniers

This year's Frozen Four is full of talented NHL prospects all eyeing a national championship.

Bryan Murphy

Brendan Gallagher calls out Tim Stutzle with accusation of faking injury: 'It's embarrassing'

Canadiens forward Brendan Gallagher had some choice words for Senators forward Tim Stutzle after Ottawa's 6-3 in win on Tuesday.

Bryan Murphy

Frozen Four 2022 Predictions: The Sporting News expert NCAA Tournament hockey picks

The Frozen Four starts on Thursday and Sporting News predicts who will be crowned college hockey's champion this season.

Bryan Murphy

What NHL games are on national TV this week? Date, time, matchups for games on TNT, ABC, NHL Network

This week has eight games on national TV, including Alex Ovechkin and Sidney Crosby going head-to-head on Saturday.

Bryan Murphy

Frozen Four locations 2022: Details of host city, arena and tickets for NCAA hockey championship games

The Frozen Four heads up to the Northeast for the first time since 2015. Here's everything you need about the city and location of the NCAA tournament.

Bryan Murphy

Why is Keith Yandle out tonight? Flyers cite 'organizational decision' in ending NHL record iron man streak

Keith Yandle played nearly 1,000 consecutive NHL games. Here's why his iron man streak is coming to an end.

Jacob Camenker

Hurricanes' Sebastian Aho, Islanders' Sebastian Aho score goals at almost the same time Thursday night

Both Sebastian Aho of the Islanders and Sebastian Aho of the Hurricanes potted goals on Thursday at nearly the same time.

Bryan Murphy

Clayton Keller injury update: Coyotes forward out for the season after scary crash into the boards

Clayton Keller was stretchered off during the Coyotes-Sharks game on Wednesday night and will be out for the rest of the NHL season.

Bryan Murphy

Justin Bieber booed by Montreal crowd for making fun of Canadiens, praising Maple Leafs

A Montreal crowd let Maple Leafs fan and pop star Justin Bieber hear it at a recent concert after he started poking fun at the Canadiens.

Bryan Murphy

Taylor Hall fine details: Bruins winger hit with $5K fine for roughing Maple Leafs' Ilya Lyubushkin

Taylor Hall was fined $5,000, the maximum allowed the NHL's CBA, for roughing Ilya Lyubushkin.

Bryan Murphy

NHL MVP Ladder: Leafs Auston Matthews remains favorite for Hart Trophy; is Rangers' Igor Shesterkin closing in?

The NHL MVP race is getting tighter as the regular season approaches its conclusion. Leafs star Auston Matthews leads the way but the gap between him and Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin is closing rapidly.

Bryan Murphy

Nathan MacKinnon injury update: 'High' level of concern as Avalanche superstar undergoes further evaluation

Nathan MacKinnon was sent back to Denver to be evaluated for a potential injury.

Bryan Murphy

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