NHL NEWS

Blues parade: Time, route, stream

With a 4-1 win over the Bruins in Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final on Wednesday at TD Garden, the Blues created history.

Chelsea Howard

Sharks trying to lock up Karlsson

Erik Karlsson will become a free agent July 1, but the Sharks are doing all they can to keep him from hitting the open market.

Thomas Lott

Stanley Cup Final 2019: Blues' forward Patrick Maroon and his journey to the Cup

The St. Louis native hasn't had an easy journey to the NHL, but it all came together with a Stanley Cup win in the most memorable season of his career.

Sammi Silber

6 facts that show how long Blues fans had to wait for their first Stanley Cup

The Blues won their first Stanley Cup in 52 years, which was an extremely long wait for the fans of St. Louis.

Jordan Heck

Blue Jackets hire Rick Nash as special assistant to GM

The 15-year NHL veteran retired in January will now join the front office of the Blue Jackets, the team announced on Thursday.

Drew Nantais

Stanley Cup Game 7: Phish, 'Gloria,' a wedding and celebrating the Blues' playoff run

It was quite a week for Sporting News' Ryan Fagan, who got married and got to witness a historic win for the Blues.

Ryan Fagan

Boston fans angry with Jayson Tatum

Tatum, a St. Louis native, retweeted a tweet by fellow Blues fan and NBA star Bradley Beal, noting "ST LOUIS FOREVER!!!"

Arthur Weinstein

From dead last to last team standing: How Blues became champs

The Blues' season appeared to be over before games started on Jan. 3; the team was in last place in the NHL. On March 29, they clinched a playoff spot, and on June 12 they won the Stanley Cup.

Jackie Spiegel

How 'Play Gloria' became the rallying cry of the St. Louis Blues

The song is older than every player on the St. Louis Blues roster.

Jackie Spiegel

Stanley Cup playoff MVP Ryan O'Reilly played through cracked ribs since first round

The 28-year-old forward still pulled off an outstanding postseason campaign while dealing with injury en route to the Blues' first Stanley Cup title.

Sammi Silber

Twitter reacts to the St. Louis Blues winning the Stanley Cup

The St. Louis Blues won their first Stanley Cup in franchise history, ending 52 years of waiting among fans. Here's how they reacted.

Sammi Silber

Blues superfan Laila Anderson gets her moment with the Stanley Cup

The 11-year-old fan was a part of the postgame celebration and got to kiss the Stanley Cup.

Thomas Schlarp

Blues win first Stanley Cup

Play Gloria! The Blues are Stanley Cup champions for the first time in their 52-year history.

Rudi Schuller

Bergeron plays through groin injury

There was speculation Patrice Bergeron was not 100 percent during the Stanley Cup Final and that has now been confirmed.

Thomas Lott

Bouwmeester second to get cup

The 35-year-old defenseman has been with the Blues since 2013 and has played in 16 NHL seasons with St. Louis, the Flames and Panthers.

Thomas Lott

O'Reilly wins Conn Smythe

Ryan O'Reilly set a franchise record with 23 points in the Stanley Cup playoffs.

Thomas Lott

NHL playoffs schedule 2019: Full bracket, dates, times, TV channels for every series

Here's everything you'll need to know about watching the 2019 Stanley Cup playoffs, including series-by-series TV schedules and live-streaming information for every game.

Brandon Schlager

Bruins vs. Blues series results, scores, TV schedule for 2019 Stanley Cup Final

The Bruins and Blues are the last teams standing in the NHL's wild and wacky 2018-19 season. Keep tabs on this year's 2019 Stanley Cup Final with a full TV schedule along with live scores and results from every game.

Brandon Schlager

2019 Stanley Cup Final schedule: Full Bruins vs. Blues dates, times, TV channels, live stream

Here's everything you'll need to know about watching the 2019 NHL Stanley Cup Final, including the full series TV schedule and how to live stream every game.

Jackie Spiegel

Stanley Cup Final 2019: Charles Barkley makes Sidney Crosby-Kawhi Leonard comparison

Sir Charles puts his mark on the biggest hockey game of the season.

Tom Gatto

Stanley Cup Final 2019: Michael Ryder on the Bruins 2011 Stanley Cup, Tim Thomas and Game 7s

Michael Ryder knows a thing or two about playing in a Game 7 of a Stanley Cup Final. The former Bruins forward takes us through the emotions of a one-and-done game.

Jackie Spiegel

Here's every Game 7 in Stanley Cup Final history, ranked 1-16

The Blues and Bruins will play in a Game 7 to decide the 2019 Stanley Cup Final. They don't come around often. Here's a look back at the 16 that came before it.

Sammi Silber

What channel is Blues vs. Bruins on today? Game 7 time, TV schedule for 2019 Stanley Cup Final

The Blues and Bruins both have the chance to capture the Stanley Cup in a do-or-die Game 7. Here's everything you need to know to tune into Game 7 Wednesday, including the time the puck drops and the TV channel.

Sammi Silber

Stanley Cup Final 2019: Top hockey analysts preview, predict Game 7

What is going to happen in Game 7 is anyone's guess. Sporting News caught up with Barry Melrose, Mike Milbury and other analysts to get their takes on the deciding matchup.

Jackie Spiegel

Grzelcyk cleared to play Cup Game 7

Grzelcyk has been out since suffering a concussion in Game 2 but is listed as a game-time decision for Wednesday.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Boston sports teams' 2018-19 championship stash is (almost) unprecedented

With a win in Game 7, the Bruins can help the city of Boston achieve something that hasn't happened since 1935.

Drew Nantais

Pro teams want to offer betting

The report comes after an amendment was made Tuesday to New York's sports betting bill.

Chelsea Howard

Stanley Cup Final 2019: Inspirational Blues fan Laila Anderson to attend Game 7 in Boston

Laila Anderson will be in TD Garden to root for her favorite team.

Tom Gatto

'It's electric everywhere': Bruins fans ignore 'spoiled' label on cusp of third Boston championship in eight months

Though another championship for a Boston team may seem redundant, Bruins fans are ready for it to happen again.

Shanna McCarriston

Blues GM has words with Bruins crew

When the Blues practice session was delayed at Boston's TD Garden, Doug Armstrong tried to rush the process along.

Arthur Weinstein

Blues GM has words with Bruins crew

When the Blues practice session was delayed at Boston's TD Garden, Doug Armstrong tried to rush the process along.

Arthur Weinstein

Stanley Cup Final 2019: SN Q&A with New Jersey Devils 2003 Game 7 hero Mike Rupp

A rookie back in 2003, Mike Rupp left quite an impression in the deciding game of the Stanley Cup Final.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL rumors 2019: Aho, Werenski and the top restricted free agents in NHL's Metropolitan Division

Between now and July 1, Sporting News will break down the NHL's top free agents. Here's a look at the top restricted free agents in the Eastern Conference's Metropolitan Division.

Lyle Richardson

Stanley Cup Final 2019: Bruins' Bruce Cassidy says team has 'lots' in tank for Game 7

With one game all that stands between his team and the Stanley Cup, Bruins coach Bruce Cassidy says his players aren't tired yet.

Matt Hornick

Stanley Cup Final 2019: Blues ready to fix their power play before Game 7

The Blues are 1-for-18 on the man advantage so far in the Stanley Cup Final and know that needs to change before Game 7 Wednesday.

Sammi Silber

Cup Final: What to watch for Game 7

For the first time since 2011, the Final will require a deciding game. And for the first time in their 95-year history, the Bruins host.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Fans were not impressed by Mike Milbury's question for Jenna Fischer during the Stanley Cup Final

The former Bruins player and coach was criticized for a "The Office"-related question he asked the actress Sunday.

Alyssa Sconzo

3 takeaways from Bruins' Game 6 win

Boston claimed a 5-1 victory Sunday in St. Louis to keep its championship dreams alive after losing the previous two contests.

Ameer Tyree

Boston forces Game 7

Facing elimination in a hostile venue, the Boston Bruins put forth a professional performance to claim a 5-1 victory over the St. Louis Blues in Game 6 of the 2019 Stanley Cup Final on Sunday.

Rudi Schuller

Stanley Cup Final 2019: St. Louis newspaper prematurely celebrates Cup victory

A letter thanking fans and advertisements celebrating the win were released hours before the puck actually dropped.

Thomas Schlarp

What channel is Bruins vs. Blues on today? Game 6 time, TV schedule for 2019 Stanley Cup Final

The Blues look to clinch their first Stanley Cup in franchise history on Sunday night against the Bruins. Here's everything you need to know in order to tune in for Game 6, including the puck drop time and TV channel.

Drew Nantais

Stanley Cup Final 2019: Former NHLer Ville Nieminen talks winning the Cup, Game 6 and more

Former NHL forward and 2001 Stanley Cup champion Ville Nieminen took the time to discuss the Blues, what to expect Sunday and more.

Jackie Spiegel

Stanley Cup 2019: Blues' Robert Thomas to play for first time since Game 1

The rookie has been out with an undisclosed injury and comes back just in time to fill in for the suspended Ivan Barbashev.

Matt Hornick

Sabres after Wild's Zucker

The Sabres are not going to stop their offseason with Jeff Skinner's contract extension.

Thomas Lott

Stanley Cup Final 2019: Blues fans ready for first Cup in franchise history: 'We will all cry'

It will be a moment 52 years in the making if the Blues claim the first Stanley Cup championship in franchise history Sunday night.

Jackie Spiegel

Sabres, Skinner agree to deal

Jeff Skinner is coming off of a career year with the Sabres.

Thomas Lott

Blues' Barbashev suspended one game

Ivan Barbashev hit Marcus Johansson up high in the first period of the Blues' Game 5 win.

Thomas Lott

Cassidy happy with team's response

The Bruins had a shot go over the line that was ruled a no-goal and a possible trip that led to the puck finding the net for St. Louis.

Thomas Lott

Three takeaways from Blues' win

The Blues got goals from Ryan O'Reilly and David Perron along with a solid performance from Jordan Binnington to take a 3-2 series lead.

Thomas Lott

Blues claim Game 5

The St. Louis Blues head home with a 3-2 series lead after a 2-1 win over the Boston Bruins in Game 5 of the 2019 Stanley Cup Final on Thursday.

Rudi Schuller

Krejci makes unbelievable block

David Krejci saved the Bruins from going down 2-0 at the end of the second period in Game 5.

Thomas Lott

Zdeno Chara injury update

“At this time of the playoffs, everyone has injuries and there are challenges that you have to overcome to play," said Chara, 42.

Bob Hille

Stanley Cup Final 2019: SN Q&A with Jeremy Roenick on playing with a broken jaw

Jeremy Roenick suffered two broken jaws during his NHL career. He spoke with Sporting News prior to Game 5 about what Bruins captain Zdeno Chara is facing.

Jackie Spiegel

What channel is Blues vs. Bruins on today? Game 5 time, TV schedule for 2019 Stanley Cup Final

The 2019 Stanley Cup Final heads back to Boston for Game 5 with the series tied 2-2. Here's everything you need to know in order to tune in for Game 5, including the puck drop time and TV channel.

Drew Nantais

SN Q&A: Barry Melrose discusses Stanley Cup Final, coaches and physical play

Barry Melrose knows a thing or two about coaching in the Stanley Cup Final. He spoke with Sporting News about what he sees from this year's bench bosses.

Jackie Spiegel

Karlsson undergoes successful surgery for groin injury

The San Jose Sharks blueliner injured his groin during the 2018-19 campaign.

Sammi Silber

Bruins' credo: 'Next man up'

A veteran of eight seasons, Moore easily slid into the lineup for Boston in Game 3 against St. Louis after skating in only one game since the opening round.

Jackie Spiegel

Q&A with ex-Bruin Brian Leetch

The Hall of Fame defenseman thinks the Bruins can win the Stanley Cup if they utilize their power play — something this former power-play QB knows something about.

Jackie Spiegel

SN Q&A with Cam Janssen

Having skated for the Blues, and being a native Missourian, Janssen knows a thing or two about his hometown team.

Jackie Spiegel

What channel is Bruins vs. Blues on today? Game 3 time, TV schedule for 2019 Stanley Cup Final

The Stanley Cup Final shifts to St. Louis for Game 3 tied a 1-1 as the Blues and Bruins look gain an advantage. Here's everything you need to know in order to tune in for Game 3, including the puck drop time and TV channel.

Drew Nantais

Stanley Cup Final 2019: Blues' Jordan Binnington on unexpected rise to stardom

St. Louis is just three wins away from hoisting the Stanley Cup. The rookie netminder who solidified the team's back end is a main reason why.

Three takeaways from Blues' win

The Blues claimed a 4-2 victory in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final on Monday, giving each team two wins in the series.

Ameer Tyree

Bruins vs. Blues results: St. Louis evens series on Ryan O'Reilly's pair of goals in Game 4

The St. Louis Blues defeated the Boston Bruins 4-2 in Game 4 of the 2019 Stanley Cup Final on Monday, tying the series up at 2-2.

Rudi Schuller

Stanley Cup Final 2019: Jon Hamm, Scott Bakula cheer on Blues in Game 4

Jon Hamm and Scott Bakula were the latest celebrities on hand to cheer on the Blues in the 2019 Stanley Cup Final.

Drew Nantais

Flyers trade pick for Kevin Hayes

The Flyers traded a fifth-round pick in this year's NHL draft to the Jets in exchange for Kevin Hayes, the team announced Monday.

Ameer Tyree

What channel is Bruins vs. Blues on today? Game 4 time, TV schedule for 2019 Stanley Cup Final

The Blues will look to even up the series at home while the Bruins will try to move one game away from winning the Stanley Cup. Here's everything you need to know in order to tune in for Game 4, including the puck drop time and TV channel.

Drew Nantais

Dunn, Sundqvist back for Blues

Puck-handling defenseman Dunn returns after taking a puck to the face earlier in the playoffs. Sundqvist is back from a one-game suspension.

Bob Hille

Three takeaways from Bruins' win

The Bruins ran Jordan Binnington for the first time in his career and took a 2-1 lead in the series.

Thomas Lott

Bruins vs. Blues results: Boston rides offensive explosion to Game 3 victory

The Bruins netted seven goals in taking a 2-1 series lead in the 2019 Stanley Cup Final.

Drew Nantais

Karlsson making decision on Sharks

Karlsson, traded from Ottawa to San Jose ahead of this season, is expected to be one of the most coveted free agents on the market.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Binnington benched for first time

Jordan Binnington had played every minute of the playoffs for the Blues until Game 3 on Saturday.

Thomas Lott

Eagles refuse to return Kelly Cup

"I've never heard of this in the history of hockey," the trophy's namesake, Patrick Kelly, said.

Chelsea Howard

NHL: Kuznetsov cased closed

A video surfaced Monday of the Capitals star next to lines of a white powdery substance on a hotel room table.

Marc Lancaster

Sundqvist suspended one game

Sundqvist was given a two-minute penalty for a hit on Grzelcyk, who took a heavy shot to the head in the first period Wednesday.

Thomas Lott

Bruins expected Blues' physical play

The Boston Bruins knew it would be a tough series against the St. Louis Blues, and Game 2 of the 2019 Stanley Cup Final showed just how tough.

Rudi Schuller

Three takeaways from Blues' win

The Blues finally won their first Stanley Cup Final game with a 3-2 overtime victory over Boston on Wednesday.

Thomas Lott

Stanley Cup Final 2019: Blues finally have a win in championship round

It took them 14 tries, but the Blues have a win won in a Stanley Cup Final.

Drew Nantais

Blues take Game 2

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Game 2 between the Bruins and Blues in the 2019 Stanley Cup Final.

Rudi Schuller

What channel is Bruins vs. Blues on today? Game 2 time, TV schedule for 2019 Stanley Cup Final

The Bruins will look to take a 2-0 series lead against the Blues in the 2019 Stanley Cup Final. Here's everything you need to know in order to tune in for Game 2, including the puck drop time and TV channel.

Jacob Janower

Top RFAs in NHL's Central Division

Between now and July 1, Sporting News will break down the NHL's top free agents. Here's a look at the top restricted free agents in the Western Conference's Central Division.

Lyle Richardson

Kakko won't attend NHL combine

The Finnish 18-year-old is considered the No. 2 prospect in this year's draft.

Ameer Tyree

Could NHL expand video review?

Bettman, however, expressed the league is "very" concerned about the idea of slowing down games with extra review.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Krug reflects on key hit

Torey Krug's helmetless hit was key to the Bruins' Game 1 victory over the Blues, but he was just glad to avoid a bad hair day.

Nicholas McGee

Bruins complete Game 1 comeback

The Boston Bruins dug themselves out of a 2-0 hole with a dominant final two periods to defeat the St. Louis Blues on Monday.

Rudi Schuller

3 takeaways from Bruins’ Game 1 win

Boston scored four unanswered goals to pull out a 4-2 win over the Blues in Game 1 on Monday at TD Garden.

E.Jay Zarett

Stanley Cup Final 2019: Torrey Krug levels Robert Thomas with ridiculous hit

Krug skated full speed down the ice and laid out Thomas, sending the Boston crowd into a frenzy.

Drew Nantais

What channel is Bruins vs. Blues on today? Time, TV schedule for 2019 Stanley Cup Final

The Blues and Bruins meet in the 2019 Stanley Cup Final for the first time since 1970. Here's everything you need to know in order to tune in for Game 1, including the puck drop time and TV channel.

Drew Nantais

Kuznetsov denies drug use

According to Kuznetsov, the incident took place in the summer of 2018 after Washington won the Stanley Cup.

Ameer Tyree

Original Blues reminisce about 1970 Stanley Cup Final vs. Bruins

Larry Keenan and Frank St. Marseille were original members of the Blues, and the team's upcoming Stanley Cup Final against the Boston Bruins renewed some old memories for the pair.

Murray Pam

Bruins vs. Blues: Predictions, odds, schedule for 2019 Stanley Cup Final

Everything you need to know about the Boston Bruins and Blues before the 2019 Stanley Cup Final.

Jackie Spiegel

What was the world like when the Blues last played for the Cup?

It’s been 49 years since the St. Louis Blues reached the Stanley Cup Final and while their opponent may be the same as 1970, not much else in hockey is.

Matt Hornick

Blues send all employees to Boston

It's a great gesture on the part of the Blues, who have seen many lean years since their last trip to the Stanley Cup Final in 1970.

Arthur Weinstein

Stanley Cup Final: Dunn out Game 1

The defenseman, who took a puck to the face in the West finals, is with the team in Boston and skated Sunday with a full-face shield.

Bob Hille

Five Stanley Cup Final storylines

This year's Stanley Cup Final between the Bruins and Blues brings storylines aplenty, enough intrigue for even the casual or neutral fan.

Bob Hille

Sportsbooks watching longshot Blues

Some sportsbooks took bets earlier this season on the Blues when they were 300-1 longshots to win the Stanley Cup.

Arthur Weinstein

Conn Smythe power rankings 2019: Top six candidates for NHL's playoff MVP

Who's the favorite to be named this year's Stanley Cup playoff MVP? Sporting News ranks the top six candidates entering the final.

Jackie Spiegel

Sporting News experts pick winners for Bruins vs. Blues, Conn Smythe

We all agree on the excitement of the playoffs but we won't all agree on who will win. Sporting News' hockey experts give their picks for the 2019 Stanley Cup Final.

Jackie Spiegel

IIHF World Championship 2019 hockey schedule: Dates, times, TV channel, live stream for every game

The 2019 IIHF World Championship heads to Slovakia in 2019. Here is everything to know, including how to watch on TV and live-stream online plus a complete schedule of games and updated standings.

Jackie Spiegel

Women's professional hockey is at a crossroads; how we got here has been a long road

The last few months have been quite interesting for the women's hockey landscape.

Mike Murphy

Brad Marchand avoids injury

After Marchand bumped into teammate Connor Clifton, he could be seen flexing his left hand, but he returned without missing a shift.

Arthur Weinstein

Islanders ink Nelson to 6-year deal

Nelson, 27, scored a career-high 53 points (24 goals, 28 assists) while playing in all 82 games this season.

Gabrielle McMillen

Red Sox move game time for Bruins

With Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final starting at 8 p.m. ET Wednesday, the Red Sox moved up their game time an hour so fans can watch both.

Gabrielle McMillen

D.J. Smith named Senators coach

Smith, 42, has been on Mike Babcock's staff the previous four years after a successful head coaching run in the Ontario Hockey League.

Marc Lancaster

NHL rumors 2019: Future of Justin Williams, Petr Mrazek part of busy summer ahead for Hurricanes

GM Don Waddell will have plenty of decisions to make in what is shaping up to be a busy offseason for Carolina.

Lyle Richardson

Stanley Cup Final 2019: Jim and Pam from 'The Office' a house divided over Bruins vs. Blues

The actors who play the couple on "The Office" — from St. Louis and Boston — find themselves on opposite ends of the 2019 Stanley Cup Final.

Jackie Spiegel

Blues finally returning to final

St. Louis last played for a championship in 1970.

E.Jay Zarett

NHL playoffs 2019: Joe Thornton says he hasn't thought about his future

The 21-year veteran turns 40 on July 2. He will be an unrestricted free agent this offseason.

Matt Hornick

NHL playoffs bracket 2019: Full schedule, dates, times, TV channels for conference finals

Here's everything you'll need to know about watching the 2019 Stanley Cup playoffs semifinals, including series-by-series TV schedules and live-streaming information for every game.

Brandon Schlager

Referee leaves Game 6

Referee Wes McCauley suffered a leg injury about eight minutes into the contest when he appeared to trip over the skate of a fellow referee.

Ameer Tyree

Canada vs. USA: Canada shuts out USA in last preliminary game to finish first in Group A

USA and Canada reignited their rivalry at the 2019 IIHF World Championship; however, it wasn't much of a contest as the Canadians dominated from puck drop.

Jackie Spiegel

Sharks injury update

Facing elimination Tuesday in St. Louis, the Sharks will be without two of their top scorers against the Blues and a third is questionable.

Bob Hille

Sharks injuries pile up with losses

San Jose lost four players to apparent injury during Sunday's Game 5 loss, a scenario that doesn't bode well for Tuesday's deciding Game 6.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Couture puts pressure on NHL DPS

The San Jose center thinks the Department of Player Safety is failing to punish players for illegal hits.

Matt Hornick

Schwartz notches second hat trick of playoffs

Schwartz is the first player with two hat tricks in same postseason in over a decade.

Matt Hornick

Tarasenko makes Blues postseason history

St. Louis' sniper gave the Blues a commanding 3-0 lead in Game 5.

Jackie Spiegel

Bruins hope Chara back for Final

Chara has been sidelined since Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals with an undisclosed injury.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Senators looking at Roy for job

Roy played 19 years in the NHL with the Canadiens and Avalanche winning four Stanley Cups and three Conn Smythe Awards.

Thomas Lott

Dunn out for Game 5

Blues' Vince Dunn is considered day to day after being hit in the face with a shot and leaving in the first period of Wednesday's Game 3.

Chelsea Howard

Binnington sets Blues record for wins in a single postseason

The rookie goaltender continued his stellar campaign with a 10th playoff victory.

Rudi Schuller

Dunn out Game 4 after puck to mouth

Vince Dunn has two goals and five assists in the playoffs for the Blues.

Thomas Lott

Bruins' sweep could lead to problem

The Bruins' sweep of the Hurricanes could put them at a disadvantage and it is all about the timing.

Thomas Lott

Bruins sweep Hurricanes; top line helps carry Boston to Stanley Cup Final

Patrice Bergeron, David Pastrnak and Brad Marchand were responsible for all of the Bruins' goals in Game 4 as Boston cruised past Carolina.

Rudi Schuller

Zdeno Chara out Game 4

Zdeno Chara was not on the ice for warmups in Game 4.

Thomas Lott

Stars extend Esa Lindell

Lindell contributed 32 points in 82 games for Dallas this past season.

Gabrielle McMillen

Controversial 2019 playoff calls

The most recent one came in the Sharks' overtime win against the Blues in Wednesday's Game 3 because a play could not be reviewed.

Kirstie Chiappelli

NHL playoffs 2019: Sharks got away with one vs. Blues, hockey Twitter rules

Based on a sample of non-San Jose, non-St. Louis tweets, the officials and the league fanned big time Wednesday night.

Tom Gatto

Sharks win Game 3 on controversy

Yet another game in the NHL playoffs has been decided because a play could not be reviewed.

Thomas Lott

Thornton records first postseason multi-goal game

The veteran had never scored more than once in a playoff game until Wednesday night.

Rudi Schuller

Chris Wagner out for Game 4

Chris Wagner suffered an upper-body injury while blocking a shot in the Bruins' Game 3 win over the Hurricanes on Tuesday.

Thomas Lott

NHL rumors 2019: Avalanche rolling towards bright future, must sign RFA Mikko Rantanen

GM Joe Sakic has put all the pieces together for Colorado to be a long-term Stanley Cup contender — as long as a few key signing and deals are made this offseason.

Lyle Richardson

Sabres name Krueger head coach

Krueger, 59, previously coached the Oilers in 2012-13. He finished his time in Edmonton with a 19-22-7 record and did not make the playoffs.

Alexis Mansanarez

Wagner clutch again as Bruins take stranglehold of East finals

The low-scoring 27-year-old forward has just two goals in this year's playoffs, but both have come in the conference finals.

Rudi Schuller

Wagner clutch again as Bruins take stranglehold of East finals

The low-scoring 27-year-old forward has just two goals in this year's playoffs, but both have come in the conference finals.

Rudi Schuller

Bennett, Bortuzzo peek into future

When you have the backing of your friend, you can do anything.

Jackie Spiegel

Mrazek not guaranteed Game 3 start

In the 6-2 loss Sunday, he gave up six goals on 25 shots.

Alexis Mansanarez

NHL playoffs 2019: Blues' Robert Bortuzzo scores game-winning goal to tie series with Sharks

The goal was Bortuzzo's first career postseason goal.

Matt Hornick

Ducks' Kesler has hip surgery

Kesler, who previously had a procedure in June 2017, missed the final 14 games this season due to his hip problems.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Ducks' Kesler has hip surgery

Kesler, who previously had a procedure in June 2017, missed the final 14 games this season due to his hip problems.

Kirstie Chiappelli

NHL playoffs 2019: Hurricanes' Justin Williams on Game 2 loss: 'Sometimes you’ve got to eat a poop sandwich'

Carolina now trails 2-0 in the series with the Boston Bruins.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL playoffs 2019: Bruins' Brad Marchand mocks Justin Williams' captaincy in Game 2

Twitter also added its take to the Boston forward's antics.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL playoffs 2019: Local kid Matt Grzelcyk leads Bruins to win, 2-0 series lead

A native of Charlestown, MA, the defenseman led the way for his hometown team.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL playoffs 2019: Timo Meier leads Sharks to Game 1 victory over Blues in West finals

The third-year winger's two goals in the second period put the game out of reach for St. Louis.

Matt Hornick

NHL playoffs 2019: Predictions, odds for Sharks vs. Blues Western Conference finals

Everything you need to know about the San Jose Sharks and St. Louis Blues before their Western Conference finals matchup in the 2019 Stanley Cup playoffs.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL playoffs 2019: Bruins score on back-to-back power plays to take down Hurricanes

Two power plays in less than 30 seconds lead to a four-goal burst that puts Boston in front for good.

Matt Hornick

Boston radio cuts interview with Hurricanes beat writer short because of Southern accent

Boston radio host Fred Toettcher of "Toucher & Rich" hung up on Carolina Hurricanes beat writer Chip Alexander because he didn't like listening to his Southern accent.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Avs, Sharks met with controversy

The Avalanche thought they had tied the game 2-2, but instead their goal was overturned and the Sharks took a 3-1 lead soon after.

Thomas Lott

Nathan MacKinnon injury update

Nathan MacKinnon appeared unable to hold up his right arm after suffering an injury in Game 7 on Wednesday.

Thomas Lott

Avalanche vs. Sharks: San Jose takes Game 7

The Sharks and Avalanche required a Game 7 to decide their second-round Stanley Cup playoff series. Sporting News is tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Wednesday's showdown.

Rudi Schuller

NHL playoffs 2019: Predictions, odds for Bruins vs. Hurricanes Eastern Conference finals

Everything you need to know about the Boston Bruins and Carolina Hurricanes before their conference finals series in the 2019 Stanley Cup playoffs.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL playoffs today 2019: Live score, TV schedule, Game 7 updates from Avalanche vs. Sharks

Follow SN's hub for the 2019 NHL playoffs, including live updates, scores and a full TV schedule for every playoff game, every night.

Brandon Schlager

Sharks' Pavelski game-time decision

Joe Pavelski is still recovering from a bad spill he took in Game 7 of the Western Conference quarterfinals.

Thomas Lott

NHL playoffs 2019: Seven is the magic number for Blues, Pat Maroon

It may not hurt to bet on seven if you're a St. Louis Blues fan.

Jackie Spiegel

Kenan Thompson to host NHL Awards

The actor-comedian got his start in "The Mighty Ducks" before eventually becoming a "Saturday Night Live" sensation.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Pat Maroon's son gets emotional after dad scores series-clinching goal

Pat Maroon scored the game-winning goal 5:50 into double overtime to send the St. Louis Blues to the Western Conference finals.

Alyssa Sconzo

Stars vs. Blues: Highlights from St. Louis' win

The Stars and Blues required a Game 7 to decide their second-round Stanley Cup playoff series. Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Tuesday's showdown.

Rudi Schuller

New Oilers general manager Ken Holland faces big decisions in Edmonton

Holland has a solid core in place with Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, but needs to add depth players and possibly move Milan Lucic.

Lyle Richardson

Oilers hire Ken Holland as GM

The longtime Red Wings executive reportedly gets a five-year deal worth $5 million annually with Edmonton.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Despite Blue Jackets' historic season, John Tortorella looking to the future

Columbus coach John Tortorella wasn't satisfied with the Blue Jackets' accomplishments in the 2019 NHL playoffs.

Bill Bender

NHL playoffs 2019: Avalanche's Gabriel Landeskog forces Game 7 with overtime winner

The goal was Landeskog's second career game-winning postseason goal.

Matt Hornick

NHL playoffs 2019: Avalanche's Gabriel Landeskog forces Game 7 with overtime winner

The goal was Landeskog's second career game-winning postseason goal.

Matt Hornick

NHL playoffs 2019: Tuukka Rask leads Bruins' shutout to clinch series in Game 6

Rask is now the third Boston goaltender to record a shutout in two series-winning games.

Matt Hornick

Tuukka Rask silences Blue Jackets in entertaining fashion

Boston goaltender Tuukka Rask let his play do the talking in a lights-out performance that closed out Columbus in Game 6.

Bill Bender

NHL playoffs 2019: Twitter explodes after Charlie McAvoy gets minor penalty for hit on Josh Anderson

The internet demands justice for Josh Anderson!

Matt Hornick

WATCH: Bruins' Charlie McAvoy levels Blue Jackets' Josh Anderson with illegal check

Boston's Charlie McAvoy leveled Columbus' Josh Anderson with an illegal check in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals.

Bill Bender

NHL Playoffs 2019: Stars' Ben Bishop night ends after hectic 38 seconds against Blues

Bishop stayed in the game after taking a puck to his collar bone and things only got worse.

Matt Hornick

Joe Pavelski talks to media

The Sharks captain spoke with the media for the first time since he suffered a head injury April 24 in the team's first-round series.

Arthur Weinstein

Cherry ranting about Canes again

Cherry revisited his criticism of the Hurricanes' post-game celebrations and took things a step further by bashing the fan base.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Oilers offer five-year contract to Ken Holland

Holland is currently the senior vice president of the Detroit Red Wings.

Matt Hornick

Lightning favored to win Cup in '20

Despite a stunning first-round sweep by the Blue Jackets last month, Tampa Bay is favored to bounce back and go all the way next season.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Don Cherry continues fight with Hurricanes, calls Carolina fans 'front-running'

The longtime commentator says the Hurricanes are filling their building only because the team is winning.

Matt Hornick

Tortorella: 'We’ll be back here for Game 7'

The Blue Jackets head coach told reporters after his team's 4-3 Game 5 loss to the Bruins on Saturday that he believes the series will go the distance, despite Boston now holding a 3-2 lead.

Rudi Schuller

Joe Pavelski galvanizes Sharks fans late in Game 5 vs. Avalanche

San Jose has played the entire series vs. Colorado without its captain.

Matt Hornick

Riley Nash injury update

The Blue Jackets have not disclosed Nash's injury, but he took a heavy hit from Zdeno Chara in Game 2, which forced him to leave the ice.

Thomas Lott

Bishop leads Stars to Game 5 victory

The Dallas goaltender had a near-perfect night against the St. Louis Blues, stopping 38 shots in his team's 2-1 win.

Rudi Schuller

Isles swept after sweeping

After sweeping the Pittsburgh Penguins in Round 1 of the 2019 Stanley Cup playoffs, the New York Islanders were swept themselves by the Carolina Hurricanes in Round 2.

Rudi Schuller

Lehner benched for Greiss

The Hurricanes scored a nice goal to start the period, but the second one was tough for Lehner to excuse.

Thomas Lott

All-in? The #ForTheGame movement and the future of pro women's hockey in North America

More than 200 women's hockey players across the globe have unified and agreed to not play in North America next season.

Mike Murphy

NHL playoffs 2019: Tuukka Rask doesn't read into 'goalie battle' with Sergei Bobrovsky

Tuukka Rask and Sergei Bobrovsky took turns dominating in the Eastern Conference semifinals. Who will be the top story in Game 5?

Bill Bender

Rangers sign draft picks Vitali Kravtsov, Igor Shesterkin to entry-level deals

Kravtsov led all KHL players under 20 years old in goals and assists.

Matt Hornick

Bruins' David Backes elbowed in face one day after Gary Bettman testifies headshots cannot be banned

Columbus' Dean Kukan got two minutes for elbowing the Boston forward in the face.

Jackie Spiegel

Bruins' Marchand plays better hero than heel against Blue Jackets

The Boston winger took three penalties in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals, but his timely assist mattered more.

Bill Bender

MacKinnon grabs NHL playoff scoring lead

Nathan MacKinnon continued his stellar play with the opening goal in Colorado's 3-0 Game 4 win over the San Jose Sharks.

Rudi Schuller

Ron Rivera siren sounder for Canes

Carolina has a chance to advance to the conference finals by closing out the second-round series Friday against the Islanders.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Blue Jackets' first goal hit net?

Artemi Panarin's shot appeared to hit the netting above the glass and fall back into play, so the Bruins thought the play was dead.

Thomas Lott

NHL playoffs 2019: Islanders should turn to Thomas Greiss for Game 4

Staring up from a 3-0 hole, the Islanders need to do something to change the momentum. Their first move should be in net.

Jackie Spiegel

Blue Jackets' playoff success an act worth the wait in Columbus

The Blue Jackets continue to be the surprise of the NHL playoffs. What's behind the playoff fever in Columbus?

Bill Bender

Hockey legend Red Kelly dies at 91

Kelly won eight Stanley Cups as a player with the Red Wings and Maple Leafs and also coached the Kings, Penguins and Leafs.

Marc Lancaster

Golden Knights promote Kelly McCrimmon to general manager

McCrimmon was a highly sought-after candidate to take over a front office elsewhere in the NHL.

Matt Hornick

NHL playoffs: Binnington loses cool

Binnington was handed two penalties — the first of his career.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL playoffs: Hintz keeps scoring

A lineup change worked well for Dallas as the rookie added another goal to his playoff resume.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL playoffs 2019: Hurricanes captain Justin Williams scores yet another big goal

Williams now has eight postseason game-winning goals after beating the Islanders.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL playoffs 2019: Hurricanes' Andrei Svechnikov returns to lineup in Game 3

The rookie missed the last six games with a concussion.

Jackie Spiegel

Datsyuk uninterested in NHL return unless with Detroit

It is believed Pavel Datsyuk's preference is to stay in the KHL to close out his career with hometown club Avtomobilist Yekaterinburg. Detroit is the only NHL destination he'd consider.

Rudi Schuller

Hughes added to Worlds roster

Jack Hughes is in contention with Kaapo Kakko to be the No. 1 pick in the NHL Draft this year.

Thomas Lott

NHL playoffs 2019: Blue Jackets' stout defense around Sergei Bobrovsky means bad news for Bruins

Sergei Bobrovsky shut down Boston in Game 3 with some help from his teammates. If that continues, then Columbus can take control of the Eastern Conference semifinal series.

Bill Bender

Marchand deals blow to Harrington

Marchand may be disciplined by the NHL for his actions. He has been suspended multiple times over his 10-year career.

Ameer Tyree

Hurricanes' Petr Mrazek out Game 3?

The Hurricanes goaltender left his team’s Game 2 matchup against the Islanders and was listed as day-to-day.

E.Jay Zarett

NHL playoffs 2019: Sharks' Logan Couture delivers knockout with hat trick in Game 3 win over Avs

After being goalless in first two games, Sharks center Logan Couture netted a hat trick in Tuesday's Game 3 win.

Mark Suleymanov

Duchene stays hot for Blue Jackets

Matt Duchene further solidified his place in Columbus Blue Jackets history after just a few short months with the team.

Rudi Schuller

NHL UFA stock watch: Who has helped, hurt their market during 2019 playoffs?

Top free agents such as Columbus Blue Jackets forwards Artemi Panarin and Matt Duchene and goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky have seen their stocks rise with their postseason play.

Lyle Richardson

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