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Apr 09, 2026

?? Top candidates to win Cup after Olympic gold
Only eight players have pulled off the feat in the same season. Who are the most likely "double champs?"

ESPN NHL
Apr 09, 2026

Devils shutting down Luke Hughes for procedure
The Devils are shutting down defenseman Luke Hughes so he can undergo a procedure but did not reveal the type of procedure.

ESPN NHL
Apr 09, 2026

Back to the future: Repicking the 2016 NHL draft
With the benefit of hindsight, we make new selections for each spot in the first round.

ESPN NHL
Apr 09, 2026

NHL playoff watch: Clinching scenarios on 14-game Thursday
The playoff picture is coming into focus day by day. Here's the latest snapshot, plus projections for every team.

ESPN NHL
Apr 09, 2026

How hockey helped Michigan's Michael Hage overcome tragedy
Fueled by the memory of his father, the Wolverines star returns to Las Vegas for the Frozen Four.

ESPN NHL
Apr 09, 2026

Hage, Verhoeff, Pohlkamp, more: Top NHL prospects playing in the Frozen Four
Scouting eyes from across the league will be fixed on the action in Las Vegas this weekend. Here are the top players to watch.

ESPN NHL
Apr 09, 2026

Re-picking the 2016 NHL draft: Who goes in the top 3?
With the benefit of hindsight, we make new selections for each spot in the first round.

ESPN NHL
Apr 09, 2026

McDavid nets hat trick, 5-point night for Oilers
Connor McDavid scored his 15th career hat trick and added two assists in a win over the Sharks that moved the Oilers into sole possession of first place in the Pacific Division.

ESPN NHL
Apr 08, 2026

Maple Leafs G Stolarz helped off vs. Capitals
Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz left Wednesday's game against the Capitals early in the first period with a lower-body injury.

ESPN NHL
Apr 08, 2026

Ron Francis stepping down as Kraken president
Seattle Kraken president of hockey operations Ron Francis is stepping down from his role at the end of the season, the team announced on Wednesday.

ESPN NHL
Apr 08, 2026

Bruins sign Beanpot MVP Hagens to 3-year deal
The Bruins signed former Boston College forward James Hagens to a three-year deal with an annual cap hit of $975,000.

ESPN NHL
Apr 08, 2026

Ovechkin: Will make call on future in summer
Alex Ovechkin says he is waiting until after the Capitals' season is over to decide whether he's calling it a career or returning to play one more year.

ESPN NHL
Apr 08, 2026

NHL playoff watch: Capitals in a must-win game against the Maple Leafs?
Washington must string together some victories to get back to the playoffs. Plus, updated projections after Tuesday's 11 games.

ESPN NHL
Apr 08, 2026

Golden Knights remain unbeaten under Tortorella
With a 2-1 victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday night, the Vegas Golden Knights extended their winning streak to four games under new coach John Tortorella, who took over behind the bench March 31 after the club fired Bruce Cassidy.

ESPN NHL
Apr 08, 2026

Cooper irked as penalty box injury sparks inquiry
The NHL is looking into the circumstances that led to Tampa Bay Lightning forward Pontus Holmberg hurting his left arm when he crashed shoulder-first into an unlatched penalty box door in Monday night's 4-2 loss to the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center.

ESPN NHL
Apr 08, 2026

Avalanche clinch Central, secure West's top seed
The Colorado Avalanche defeated the St. Louis Blues 3-1 on Tuesday night to clinch Central Division and secure the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference, but after the win, coach Jared Bednar was quick to caution his team is "not all the way there yet."

ESPN NHL
Apr 07, 2026

Behold, the 'Zammoth': Utah Mammoth debut new fan attraction at Delta Center
The "Zammoth" attraction is designed to transport fans around the Delta Center ice during pregame and intermissions.

ESPN NHL
Apr 07, 2026

NHL playoff watch: Ranking the most important matchups of Tuesday's 11-game slate
It's a pivotal evening in the hockey world. Here are the games with the biggest stakes, plus full playoff projections after Monday.

ESPN NHL
Apr 07, 2026

Cooper irked as penalty box injury sparks probe
The NHL is looking into the circumstances that led to Tampa Bay Lightning forward Pontus Holmberg hurting his left arm when he crashed shoulder-first into an unlatched penalty box door in Monday night's 4-2 loss to the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center.

ESPN NHL
Apr 07, 2026

Cooper irked as penalty-box injury sparks probe
The NHL is looking into the circumstances that led to Tampa Bay Lightning forward Pontus Holmberg hurting his left arm when he crashed shoulder-first into an unlatched penalty box door in Monday night's 4-2 loss to the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center.

ESPN NHL
Apr 06, 2026

Lightning's Kucherov, 32, nets 400th career goal
Tampa Bay superstar forward Nikita Kucherov, 32, scored the 400th goal of his career in the Lightning's 4-2 loss to the Buffalo Sabres at the KeyBank Center on Monday night, a power-play tally in the first period that gave him 126 points on the season.

ESPN NHL
Apr 06, 2026

GM Fitzgerald out as Devils eye 'new direction'
Tom Fitzgerald is out as the Devils' general manager in an abrupt late-season change of direction.

ESPN NHL
Apr 06, 2026

Stars ban buyer of tix tied to alleged Nazi salute
The Stars have indefinitely banned the fan who purchased the tickets in connection with an investigation into what appeared to be a Nazi salute at a game in December.

ESPN NHL
Apr 06, 2026

Finish the fantasy hockey finals strong with lineup strategy, best player picks
The essential Monday guide to fantasy hockey pickups, with who to add and how to get set for the week ahead.

ESPN NHL
Apr 06, 2026

Charge's MacLeod taking leave for cancer battle
Ottawa Charge coach Carla MacLeod is taking an indefinite leave as she continues to receive treatment in her battle with breast cancer, the team announced on Monday.

ESPN NHL
Apr 06, 2026

Islanders jumped at DeBoer; coach sold on vision
The Islanders jumped at the chance to get Peter DeBoer, while the coach was sold on the team's vision.

ESPN NHL
Apr 06, 2026

NHL playoff watch: Who's winning the Atlantic Division?
The Lightning and Sabres are both playoff-bound, but the No. 1 divisional seed is up for grabs. Plus, full playoff projections, draft lottery standings.

ESPN NHL
Apr 06, 2026

Ranking the top candidates to win the Stanley Cup after an Olympic gold medal
Only eight players have pulled off the feat in the same season. Who are the most likely "double champs?"

ESPN NHL
Apr 05, 2026

Martone OT goal keeps Flyers' playoff push alive
Porter Martone's power-play goal put the Flyers even closer toward ending a miserable playoff drought with a 2-1 overtime victory over the Boston Bruins on Sunday.

ESPN NHL
Apr 05, 2026

Martone's OT goal keeps Flyers playoff push alive
Porter Martone's power-play goal put the Flyers even closer toward ending a miserable playoff drought with a 2-1 overtime victory over the Boston Bruins on Sunday.

ESPN NHL
Apr 05, 2026

Reeling Islanders fire Roy, hand reins to DeBoer
The Islanders fired coach Patrick Roy on Sunday and named Peter DeBoer as his replacement.

ESPN NHL
Apr 05, 2026

NHL playoff watch: Where the wild cards stand on Sunday
With 30 teams in action Saturday, there were big shifts. Plus, a guide to Sunday's games.

ESPN NHL
Apr 04, 2026

Back-to-back champion Panthers to miss playoffs
The injury-plagued Panthers were officially eliminated from playoff contention with Saturday's 9-4 loss to Pittsburgh, meaning a team other than Florida will be champion for the first time since 2023.

ESPN NHL
Apr 04, 2026

Sabres clinch playoff berth, end record drought
The Sabres clinched their first playoff berth in 14 years on Saturday, ending an NHL-record 14 seasons of futility.

ESPN NHL
Apr 04, 2026

NHL playoff watch: Guide to all 15 games on Statement Saturday
More playoff spots (and eliminations) can be clinched around the league. Here's what to watch in each contest.

ESPN NHL
Apr 03, 2026

Main Street regional network to cease operations
Main Street Sports Group, the flailing regional sports network, has informed NBA and NHL teams it will cease operations at end of their respective seasons.

ESPN NHL
Apr 03, 2026

Jackets' Severson has season-ending surgery
Blue Jackets defenseman Damon Severson will miss the rest of the season after undergoing shoulder surgery on Thursday.

ESPN NHL
Apr 03, 2026

NHL playoff watch: The Flyers' path to the postseason
Philly needs a win Friday -- and some help, too. Plus, full updated playoff projections after a 14-game night.

ESPN NHL
Apr 03, 2026

NHL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, most important remaining games
With fewer than 10 games left for all teams, here's what matchups matter the most.

ESPN NHL
Apr 03, 2026

Hart comes of IR, stops 19 shots in Knights' win
Golden Knights goalie Carter Knight made his first start since injuring his left leg Jan. 8 and had 19 saves to help Vegas defeat Calgary 6-3 on Thursday night.

ESPN NHL
Apr 03, 2026

Hart comes off IR, stops 19 shots in Knights' win
Golden Knights goalie Carter Knight made his first start since injuring his left leg Jan. 8 and had 19 saves to help Vegas defeat Calgary 6-3 on Thursday night.

ESPN NHL
Apr 03, 2026

Wild secure playoff spot with win vs. Canucks
The Wild have clinched a spot in the NHL playoffs, giving them another chance to advance in the postseason for the first time since 2015.

ESPN NHL
Apr 02, 2026

Stars fans' apparent Nazi salute leads to inquiry
The American Airlines Center has launched an investigation into four Stars fans doing what appears to be a Nazi salute during a December game.

ESPN NHL
Apr 02, 2026

NHL playoff watch: Clinching day for the Sabres, Hurricanes, Wild?
Buffalo, Carolina and Minnesota can punch postseason tickets on Thursday. Here's what to watch in a 14-game slate.

ESPN NHL
Apr 02, 2026

How the Sabres became the newest Stanley Cup contender
Buffalo isn't just ending a playoff drought; it's smashing the gate open.

ESPN NHL
Apr 02, 2026

Clinching day for the Sabres, Hurricanes, Wild?
Buffalo, Carolina and Minnesota can punch postseason tickets on Thursday. Here's what to watch in a 14-game slate.

ESPN NHL
Apr 02, 2026

How Brandon Bussi's brother, Dylan, continues to inspire his NHL journey
The 27-year-old goalie has had a record-breaking debut season for the Hurricanes, and his brother remains in his mindset.

ESPN NHL
Apr 02, 2026

Avs' MacKinnon 1st to reach 50 goals this season
Colorado's Nathan MacKinnon became the first NHL player this season to reach 50 goals when his liner from up top beat Vancouver goaltender Kevin Lankinen early in the first period on Wednesday night.

ESPN NHL
Apr 01, 2026

Avs' Makar (upper body) to miss 'a few games'
The Avalanche will be without defenseman Cale Makar for a few games after he suffered an upper-body injury in a win over the Flames earlier this week.

ESPN NHL
Apr 01, 2026

Avs' Makar (upper-body) to miss 'a few games'
The Colorado Avalanche will be without defenseman Cale Makar for a few games after he suffered an upper-body injury in a win over Calgary earlier this week.

ESPN NHL
Apr 01, 2026

Chris Pronger on Auston Matthews hit, future of NHL Player Safety
The Hall of Fame defenseman gives his take on the latest hot topics around hockey.

ESPN NHL
Apr 01, 2026

NHL playoff watch: How many California teams will make the playoffs?
The Ducks, Sharks and Kings are all in action Wednesday. Plus, full playoff projections, draft lottery standings and more.

ESPN NHL
Apr 01, 2026

Sabres' Carrick injures arm in fight with Isles' Lee
Sabres center Sam Carrick injured his left arm while trading punches with Islanders captain Anders Lee during Tuesday's game.

ESPN NHL
Apr 01, 2026

Shesterkin, Markstrom delight in rare goalie fight
Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin and his Devils counterpart Jacob Markstrom had a lengthy fight midway through the third period of New York's 4-1 win Tuesday night.

ESPN NHL
Mar 31, 2026

Ovechkin extends record with 20th 30-goal season
Alex Ovechkin scored twice and hit the 30-goal mark for the record-extending 20th time in his NHL career, and the Washington Capitals beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-4 on Tuesday night.

ESPN NHL
Mar 31, 2026

Leafs CEO cites 'culture' for GM Treliving's firing
Maple Leaf CEO Keith Pelley cited "alignment" and "culture" as reasons the club fired GM Brad Treliving.

ESPN NHL
Mar 31, 2026

Stars GM Nill earns two-year contract extension
The Dallas Stars have extended general manager Jim Nill's contract for two years through the 2027-28 season.

ESPN NHL
Mar 31, 2026

NHL teams get new tool to calculate playoff cap
The NHL has given teams a tool to calculate cap compliance with the new playoff rules.

ESPN NHL
Mar 31, 2026

?? Ranking each NHL team's top prospect
Scouting notes on the top young players set to make an impact for each club -- possibly quite soon.

ESPN NHL
Mar 31, 2026

A wagon ... or a freight train? How the Sabres became the newest Stanley Cup contender
Buffalo isn't just ending a playoff drought; it's smashing the gate open. Here's how the Sabres have done it, and how dangerous they'll be this spring.

ESPN NHL
Mar 31, 2026

A wagon... or a freight train? How the Sabres became the newest Stanley Cup contender
Buffalo isn't just ending a playoff drought; it's smashing the gate open. Here's how the Sabres have done it, and how dangerous they'll be this spring.

ESPN NHL
Mar 31, 2026

Playoff watch: Hurricanes, Blue Jackets battle to bolster playoff seeds
Both clubs need the two points on the line in Tuesday's matchup. Plus, full playoff projections, and more.

ESPN NHL
Mar 31, 2026

Panthers hire ex-Amazon, Disney executive White
The Panthers have hired former Amazon and Disney executive Michael White as the team's new business operations president.

ESPN NHL
Mar 30, 2026

Leafs, on brink of elimination, fire GM Treliving
Toronto fired general manager Brad Treliving on Monday, with the team set to miss the playoffs for the first time since 2016-17.

ESPN NHL
Mar 30, 2026

Crosby returns from injury as Pens rout Isles
Sidney Crosby was back in the lineup for the Penguins on Monday night after missing the previous game because of a lower-body injury.

ESPN NHL
Mar 30, 2026

Crosby back from injury as Penguins visit Isles
Sidney Crosby is back in the lineup for the Penguins on Monday night after missing the previous game because of a lower-body injury.

ESPN NHL
Mar 30, 2026

Vegas hopes Tortorella hire can reignite Cup hopes
General manager Kelly McCrimmon said Golden Knights players had lost their spark, and that played into Sunday's surprising decision to fire coach Bruce Cassidy and hire John Tortorella in his place.

ESPN NHL
Mar 30, 2026

Viva Las Vegas: Frozen Four keys for Michigan, Denver, Wisconsin, North Dakota
With the men's hockey tournament heating up, we've got all the results, analysis and highlights.

ESPN NHL
Mar 30, 2026

Frozen Four: How Denver, Michigan, Wisconsin and North Dakota can win it all
With the men's hockey tournament heating up, we've got all the results, analysis and highlights.

ESPN NHL
Mar 30, 2026

Weekly pickups: Add hot-scoring McMann, Snuggerud for fantasy hockey finals
The essential Monday guide to fantasy hockey pickups, with who to add and how to get set for the week ahead.

ESPN NHL
Mar 30, 2026

?? Playoff watch: Projections, draft lottery, more
The two Metro teams face off Monday -- and potentially again in April. Plus, full bracket projections, draft lottery standings.

ESPN NHL
Mar 30, 2026

Ranking the top Stanley Cup playoff bandwagons for ousted fans
For the 16 fan bases whose team doesn't make it, here's a guide on who they should root for.

ESPN NHL
Mar 29, 2026

Cassidy out, Tortorella in for slumping Knights
The Golden Knights fired Bruce Cassidy on Sunday and turned to John Tortorella to replace him.

ESPN NHL
Mar 29, 2026

NHL playoff watch: Updated East, West wild-card-race projections
What shifted after the 15-game Showdown Saturday? Here's the latest on the postseason bracket.

ESPN NHL
Mar 28, 2026

Injured Penguins Crosby, Malkin sit vs. Stars
Penguins stars Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin are day-to-day with injuries and did not play in Saturday's loss to the Stars.

ESPN NHL
Mar 28, 2026

Injured Penguins Crosby, Malkin to sit vs. Stars
Penguins stars Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin are day-to-day with injuries and will not play Saturday against the Stars, coach Dan Muse said.

ESPN NHL
Mar 28, 2026

How Jack Hughes' 'golden goal' has changed him, according to teammates, opponents, himself
The moment was surreal for the Devils' center and his teammates. The weeks after have been a roller coaster.

ESPN NHL
Mar 28, 2026

?? The top prospect in each team's pipeline
Scouting notes on the top young players set to make an impact for each club -- possibly quite soon.

ESPN NHL
Mar 28, 2026

NHL playoff watch: Guide to all 15 games on Showdown Saturday
With the postseason three weeks away, here's what to watch in each contest.

ESPN NHL
Mar 28, 2026

Power Rankings: Each franchise's career playoff points leader
As the postseason approaches, who has the most points in each team's history?

ESPN NHL
Mar 27, 2026

Playoff watch: Projecting the Red Wings' postseason chances
Detroit is running out of time to climb back into a playoff spot. Plus, full postseason bracket projections.

ESPN NHL
Mar 27, 2026

NHL Power Rankings: Each franchise's career playoff points leader
As the postseason approaches, who has the most points in each team's history?

ESPN NHL
Mar 27, 2026

Capitals' Ovechkin notches 34th career hat trick
Alex Ovechkin had his 34th career hat trick in the Capitals' 7-4 win over the Mammoth on Thursday.

ESPN NHL
Mar 26, 2026

Crosby exits Penguins' win with lower-body injury
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby left Thursday night's game against the Senators in the second period with a lower-body injury, barely a week after he returned from a lower-body injury suffered at the Olympics with Team Canada.

ESPN NHL
Mar 26, 2026

Panthers' Rodrigues (finger) likely out for season
Evan Rodrigues' season is likely done after the Panthers forward broke a finger on his right hand in Thursday night's 3-2 loss to the Wild.

ESPN NHL
Mar 26, 2026

Celebrini, Schafer and who else? Build your future with dynasty ranks
Celebrini, Schaefer and Bedard are fantasy stars, but who are the other players to keep for the next five years?

ESPN NHL
Mar 26, 2026

Sens' Chabot (broken arm) could miss 2 months
Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot will miss up to two months with a broken arm, coach Travis Green announced on Thursday.

ESPN NHL
Mar 26, 2026

'Don't move on, just move forward': How hockey helped Michigan's Michael Hage overcome tragedy
Fueled by the memory of his father, the Wolverines star looks to return to Las Vegas for the Frozen Four.

ESPN NHL
Mar 26, 2026

NHL playoff watch: Who will win the Pacific Division 'pillow fight'?
All eight clubs are in action Thursday, with postseason spots still up for grabs.

ESPN NHL
Mar 26, 2026

'Changing of the guard': Cole Hutson poised to take big role in next wave for the Capitals
When the new era of Caps hockey begins, the young defenseman will be at the forefront.

ESPN NHL
Mar 25, 2026

Sabres welcome Dahlin's fiancee after heart issue
The fiancee of Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin attended her first game in Buffalo since she received a lifesaving heart transplant.

ESPN NHL
Mar 25, 2026

Wings sign Bernard-Docker to 2-year extension
The Red Wings have signed defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker to a two-year extension worth $3.2 million.

ESPN NHL
Mar 25, 2026

Lightning captain Hedman taking temporary leave
Lightning captain Victor Hedman is taking a temporary leave of absence for personal reasons, the team announced Wednesday.

ESPN NHL
Mar 25, 2026

'We're all still learning': How NIL, big-money schools are impacting college hockey
Can competitive balance survive in the sport with the widest variety of athletic programs?

ESPN NHL
Mar 25, 2026

NHL playoff watch: Projecting the Sabres' first-round opponent
Wednesday's matchup against Boston could be repeated in April. Plus, updated playoff projections after Tuesday's massive slate.

ESPN NHL
Mar 25, 2026

McDavid tops 400 goals: 'Something that I work at'
"Goal scoring is something that has not come easy to me," Oilers star Connor McDavid said Tuesday night after scoring twice in a 5-2 win over Utah, which gave him 401 goals for his career.

ESPN NHL
Mar 25, 2026

Top Hawks prospect Frondell has assist in debut
Blackhawks top prospect Anton Frondell made his NHL debut Tuesday against the Islanders.

ESPN NHL
Mar 24, 2026

Top Hawks prospect Frondell makes NHL debut
Blackhawks top prospect Anton Frondell is making his NHL debut Tuesday against the Islanders.

ESPN NHL
Mar 24, 2026

Top Hawks prospect Frondell makes debut Tuesday
Blackhawks top prospect Anton Frondell is making his NHL debut Tuesday against the Islanders.

ESPN NHL
Mar 24, 2026

Ranking each NHL team's top prospect: Hagens, Iginla, Martone, more
Scouting notes on the top young players set to make an impact for each club -- possibly quite soon.

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