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NHL playoff watch: How will the Metro Division play out?
The top four teams are in action Sunday. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after a big Saturday.[read more]

Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, points pace vs. preseason projections
How has each team done this season compared to its preseason over/under?[read more]

📝 Report cards for biggest deals of 2025-26
Hockey trade season is heating up! Find grades for each GM involved in all the big swaps here.[read more]

HOF won't give puck to Hughes: Not his to own
The Hockey Hall of Fame said it will not give Jack Hughes the puck from his gold-medal-winning goal at the Milan Cortina Olympics.[read more]

Islanders moving AHL affiliate to Hamilton, Ontario
The New York Islanders plan on moving their American Hockey League affiliate from Bridgeport, Connecticut, to Hamilton, Ontario, for next season.[read more]

Leafs' Matthews (MCL surgery) down 12 weeks
Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews underwent successful MCL surgery Thursday, with an expected recovery time of 12 weeks, the team announced.[read more]

Injuries sideline Blackhawks' Crevier, Mangiapane
Blackhawks defenseman Louis Crevier and forward Andrew Mangiapane were scratched for Friday night's game against Colorado because of unspecified injuries.[read more]

Leafs G Stolarz out after taking puck to throat
Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz missed his expected start in Saturday's loss after taking a puck to the throat during warmups.[read more]

Avalanche first NHL team to clinch playoff berth
The Avalanche became the first NHL team to clinch a playoff spot following their 4-1 win over the Blackhawks.[read more]

Stanley Cup odds: Red Wings see playoff odds rise as they battle for wild card
The Avalanche are Stanley Cup and Presidents' Trophy favorites, while the Red Wings are gaining public attention in the East.[read more]