Despite being the playoffs’ second-leading scorer entering the Stanley Cup Final, center Leon Draisaitl has failed to register a point ahead of Game 4. The Oilers’ power play, previously strong, has gone 0-for-10 in the series against an excellent Panthers defense that has shut down not only Draisaitl but also other top scorers such as
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The Florida Panthers are one step away from hoisting the Stanley Cup after a hard-fought victory against the Edmonton Oilers in Game 3 of the Final. Led by captain Aleksander Barkov and stellar goaltending from Sergei Bobrovsky, the Panthers showcased their resilience and determination to come out on top. Barkov’s goal and assist, coupled with
The Washington Capitals recently made a strategic move by reaching a deal to acquire CapFriendly, a popular site known for providing NHL salary information. General manager Brian MacLellan confirmed the agreement, emphasizing that this acquisition will enhance the organization’s ability to manage the financial aspects of the game. Assistant GM Don Fishman’s expertise in salary
Connor McDavid, the top scorer in the NHL playoffs, is leading the Edmonton Oilers in the Stanley Cup Final but has yet to score a goal in the series. The Oilers’ power play, known to be one of the most dominant in the league, has also struggled to find the back of the net against
In a crucial Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Edmonton Oilers and the Florida Panthers, Warren Foegele found himself ejected from the game for a dangerous knee-on-knee hit on Eetu Luostarinen. The incident occurred midway through the first period, as Foegele extended his left leg into Luostarinen’s left leg, resulting in a
The Edmonton Oilers find themselves down 1-0 in the series against the Florida Panthers, prompting some lineup changes for Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final. One significant change is the return of defenseman Vincent Desharnais to the lineup, replacing Cody Ceci. Desharnais is expected to pair up with Darnell Nurse on the Edmonton blueline
In a historic moment for the Florida Panthers, Sergei Bobrovsky led the team to a shutout victory against the Edmonton Oilers in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final. This victory marks the first time in franchise history that the Panthers have taken the lead in the final series, all thanks to the spectacular performance
After a recent internal and external review, the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) has decided to remove Natalie Darwitz as the general manager of the Minnesota team, just a week after winning the league’s inaugural championship. The decision came after receiving direct feedback from various stakeholders, including players and staff, which indicated that there was
As the Stanley Cup Final approaches, Connor McDavid remains focused on the task at hand rather than getting caught up in thoughts about his legacy. During media day, McDavid found himself surrounded by images and reminders of the coveted championship, from the physical Cup gleaming on a nearby table to posters of past winners like
Recently, Smith Entertainment Group announced the six potential nicknames for Utah’s new NHL franchise, set to begin playing in the 2024-25 season. The finalists, which include Utah Blizzard, Utah Hockey Club (Utah HC), Utah Mammoth, Utah Outlaws, Utah Venom, and Utah Yeti, were chosen after a round of fan voting. Over 520,000 votes were cast,
The NHL has taken a groundbreaking step by introducing the very first broadcast of the Stanley Cup Final in American Sign Language (ASL). The “NHL in ASL” stream will be available on ESPN+ and Sportsnet+ for every game of the series between the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers. This initiative is aimed at providing a
Dallas Stars forward Joe Pavelski recently made a heart-wrenching announcement, stating that he will not be returning to the ice for the upcoming NHL season. While Pavelski did not explicitly mention retirement, he did express that he had a inkling for a while that the 2023-24 season would likely mark the end of his 18-year
In an exciting showdown on Sunday night, the Saginaw Spirit secured their first-ever Memorial Cup junior hockey title with a thrilling 4-3 victory over the London Knights. Josh Bloom’s game-winning goal off a rebound in the final 22 seconds sealed the historic win for Saginaw. This victory made Saginaw the fifth U.S. team to claim
The American Hockey League MVP, Mavrik Bourque, is set to make his debut in the NHL playoffs for the Dallas Stars as they face off against the Edmonton Oilers in Game 6 of the Western Conference final. This is a significant moment for Bourque, who has been waiting for this opportunity to showcase his skills
The recent advancement of the Dallas Mavericks to the NBA Finals has provided extra motivation for the Dallas Stars to push themselves towards their own championship round. Stars captain Jamie Benn acknowledged the impact of seeing the Mavericks’ journey towards winning and expressed a similar desire for the Stars to achieve the same level of
The Florida Panthers displayed an exceptional performance in Game 5 against the New York Rangers, particularly in terms of possession. They effectively controlled the game, making it challenging for the Rangers to establish themselves in the offensive zone, especially in the final two periods. Their ability to consistently pressure the Rangers and find ways to
Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse found himself under intense scrutiny as he entered Game 4 of the Western Conference finals against the Dallas Stars. He had been criticized for his ineffective play leading up to this pivotal game. In the first 5:29 of the game, Nurse was on the ice for two Stars goals, including
The Nashville Predators have made a significant move by bringing back longtime goalie guru Mitch Korn as their director of goaltending. This decision reunites him with former general manager Barry Trotz, with whom he has worked together at several coaching stops around the NHL. Korn’s impressive resume and expertise in developing elite goaltenders make him