The Stanley Cup playoffs have always been known for their unpredictability and parity. Unlike other major professional sports leagues, the NHL often sees teams exceed expectations, make deep playoff runs, and even win the championship. One of the most iconic examples of this is the 2005-06 Carolina Hurricanes, who entered the regular season with 60-1
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Valeri Nichushkin’s two goals and Nathan MacKinnon’s two assists led the Colorado Avalanche to a decisive 5-1 victory over the Edmonton Oilers. MacKinnon finished the regular season with an impressive 140 points, breaking the franchise’s single-season points mark previously held by Peter Stastny. Despite not winning the Art Ross Trophy for leading points scorer–Nikita Kucherov
Auston Matthews fell short of joining the elite group of NHL players who have scored 70 goals in a single season during the Toronto Maple Leafs’ loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning. Despite taking 12 shots on goal, Matthews was denied by rookie goalie Matt Tomkins seven times in the first period alone. This missed
Jack Edwards, the long-time play-by-play announcer for the Boston Bruins, has decided to retire after 19 years with the team. He described his time with the Bruins as his “dream job,” a position he started in 2005 after working at ESPN for over a decade. Despite his passion for broadcasting and love for the team,
The Buffalo Sabres made a surprising announcement on Tuesday as they fired coach Don Granato, marking the seventh coach to be ousted during the team’s NHL-record 13-season playoff drought. This decision came after the Sabres closed their season with a win against Tampa Bay, finishing with a 39-27-6 record and already being eliminated from playoff
Cutter Gauthier recently made headlines for his exceptional performance in the NCAA, scoring the most goals in the past 25 years during Boston College’s run to the Frozen Four. His 38 goals tied the record set by Ryan Potulny back in 2005-06, showcasing his offensive prowess on the ice. Additionally, Gauthier also excelled in other
Denver’s victory over the No. 1 overall seed Boston College in the national championship game marked a historic moment for the program. With goals from Jared Wright and Rieger Lorenz in the second period, Denver clinched the title with a 2-0 win. Matt Davis’s outstanding performance in goal, with 35 saves, was crucial in securing
As the Edmonton Oilers gear up to face the Vancouver Canucks in an important matchup, both teams are looking to secure their positions in the Pacific Division. With only three points separating the two teams, the Oilers have a chance to overtake the Canucks and claim first place with a victory on Saturday night. This
Sidney Crosby’s impact on the Pittsburgh Penguins and the NHL as a whole cannot be overstated. His recent achievement of 1,000 career assists solidifies his place among the greatest players in the history of the sport. Crosby’s ability to elevate his game when the stakes are high is a testament to his skill, dedication, and
Noah Hanifin has recently signed an eight-year contract extension worth $7.35 million annually with the Vegas Golden Knights, as announced by the team. This extension comes after Hanifin was acquired in a three-team trade with the Calgary Flames and the Philadelphia Flyers just before the NHL trade deadline. With this new deal, Hanifin is set
In a recent game between the New York Rangers and the New York Islanders, tensions ran high as Rangers coach Peter Laviolette criticized the Islanders’ players for what he described as “vicious” hits. One particular hit that sparked controversy occurred with 11:09 left in the third period when Rangers center Mika Zibanejad collided with Islanders
New Jersey Devils’ standout center Jack Hughes will be undergoing season-ending shoulder surgery on Wednesday, as announced by the team on Tuesday. This decision was made after careful consideration by Hughes, his family, representatives, and the Devils’ medical staff. The surgery will be conducted by Dr. Peter Millett in Vail, Colorado, with the expectation that
The Dallas Stars showcased their dominance in a key Western Conference matchup against the Colorado Avalanche, securing a 7-4 victory on Sunday night. Tyler Seguin led the charge with two goals, while Thomas Harley made a significant impact with assists on all three of Dallas’ power-play goals in the second period. This performance propelled the
In a devastating blow to the Colorado Avalanche, forward Mikko Rantanen will be sidelined due to a concussion, forcing him to miss an important game against the Dallas Stars. This absence breaks Rantanen’s impressive streak of playing in 161 consecutive games, highlighting his reliability and importance to the team. With only five games left in
During a recent game between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Tampa Bay Lightning, longtime NHL referee Steve Kozari was involved in a dangerous collision with Lightning defenseman Haydn Fleury. The incident occurred at center ice in the third period, resulting in Kozari being stretchered off the ice and taken to UPMC Mercy Hospital for precautionary
The recently launched Professional Women’s Hockey League has introduced a new trophy for its teams to compete for during the upcoming playoffs. Named the Walter Cup after the primary financial backer, Los Angeles Dodgers owner Mark Walter, and his family, this trophy signifies a significant milestone for women’s hockey. The league made the announcement with
Minnesota Wild forward Ryan Hartman faced the consequences of his actions after the team’s overtime loss to the Vegas Golden Knights. The NHL’s Department of Player Safety handed down a three-game suspension to Hartman following a phone hearing to address his unsportsmanlike behavior. The incident occurred when Hartman threw his stick towards officials in frustration
In a remarkable display of talent and skill, Auston Matthews made history by becoming the NHL’s first two-time 60-goal scorer in 30 years. The Toronto center’s outstanding performance in the Maple Leafs’ 3-0 victory over the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday night solidified his status as one of the league’s elite goal scorers. By achieving this