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Goalie confidence ratings, X factors for NHL's fin...
The semifinal round of the 2026 playoffs begins Wednesday. Here's what to know about all four clubs.[read more]
Golden Knights take Game 1: Grades for both teams,...
What stood out most from Game 1 of the Western Conference finals and what to look for in Game 2.[read more]
Montreal seals first PWHL title in Game 4 shutout
Abby Roque had two goals to lead the Montreal Victoire to their first PWHL championship with a 4-0 victory over the Ottawa Charge in Game 4 of the Walter Cup Finals.[read more]
👀 Expert picks for Avs-Knights, Canes-Canadiens
With the puck dropping on the penultimate round clashes, who do our experts take in each series?[read more]
Hammer time: Isles reveal AHL affiliate's name
The name of the Islanders' AHL affiliate is the Hamilton Hammers after the club was relocated to the Canadian city.[read more]
Capitals re-sign D Liljegren to 2-year, $6.5M deal...
The Washington Capitals have re-signed defenseman Timothy Liljegren to a two-year contract worth $6.5 million, the team announced Wednesday.[read more]
Sabres reward coach Ruff with 2-year extension
The Buffalo Sabres have rewarded coach Lindy Ruff with a two-year contract extension after the 66-year old led Buffalo back to the NHL playoffs, ending a league-leading 14-year postseason appearance drought.[read more]
Scheifele shines in Canada's win at hockey worlds
Mark Scheifele scored three goals on Thursday, including the game winner 29 seconds into overtime in Canada's 6-5 victory over Norway at the ice hockey world championship.[read more]
Ducks' Terry needs surgery; timeline uncertain
Ducks forward Troy Terry needs hip surgery that could endanger his availability at the start of next season.[read more]
Avs feel 'trickle-down effect' with Makar sideline...
With star defenseman Cale Makar sidelined by an upper-body injury, the Avalanche hardly resembled the top-seeded team that rolled through the first two rounds during a 4-2 loss to the Golden Knights in Game 1.[read more]