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Meet the 'Zammoth': Utah Mammoths' prehistoric-like ride for fans

What Goalies Get the Playoff Start?

Goaltending in the NHL is facing challenges, with teams making trades and sharing crease responsibilities as playoffs approach.

Did Lack of Overtime Losses Hold The New Jersey Devils Back?

New Jersey Devils' 40 wins are insufficient for playoffs due to other teams' overtime losses boosting their standings.

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NHL to look into Buffalo penalty box door after Holmberg injury

Hot mic catches Connor Murphy name-dropping Tom Wilson in a chirp directed at Rasmus Andersson

Tom Wilson's name was mentioned during a heated game between the Oilers and Golden Knights, highlighting his ongoing rivalry with Rasmus Andersson.

Leafs lineup news: Woll starts, Ekman-Larsson out vs. Kings, Villeneuve scratched

Joseph Woll has a 15-14-6 record this season with a .904 save percentage, while Oliver Ekman-Larsson is out due to injury.

22 hours ago

National Hockey League

Meet the 'Zammoth': Utah Mammoths' prehistoric-like ride for fans

What Goalies Get the Playoff Start?

Goaltending in the NHL is facing challenges, with teams making trades and sharing crease responsibilities as playoffs approach.

Did Lack of Overtime Losses Hold The New Jersey Devils Back?

New Jersey Devils' 40 wins are insufficient for playoffs due to other teams' overtime losses boosting their standings.

NHL to look into Buffalo penalty box door after Holmberg injury

NHL investigates injury to Pontus Holmberg caused by unlatched penalty box door during a game.

Hot mic catches Connor Murphy name-dropping Tom Wilson in a chirp directed at Rasmus Andersson

Tom Wilson's name was mentioned during a heated game between the Oilers and Golden Knights, highlighting his ongoing rivalry with Rasmus Andersson.

Leafs lineup news: Woll starts, Ekman-Larsson out vs. Kings, Villeneuve scratched

Joseph Woll has a 15-14-6 record this season with a .904 save percentage, while Oliver Ekman-Larsson is out due to injury.

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Leafs lineup news: Ekman-Larsson returns to practice, Haymes called up from Marlies

Ekman-Larsson leads Maple Leafs defense despite a tough season, while Luke Haymes is recalled to showcase his skills as the team retools for the future.

Chris Pronger believes lack of response to Matthews hit speaks to locker room issue

The Maple Leafs' locker room culture is crucial for responding to on-ice incidents, as highlighted by Pronger and the Buffalo Sabres' example.

Instant Reaction: Maple Leafs outshot 43-18 by Rangers, rewarded with two points

The Maple Leafs are likely eliminated from the playoffs but continue to win games, contrary to fan desires for a better draft position.

Leafs lineup news: Ekman-Larsson returns to practice, Haymes called up from Marlies

Ekman-Larsson leads Maple Leafs defense despite a tough season, while Luke Haymes is recalled to showcase his skills as the team retools for the future.

Chris Pronger believes lack of response to Matthews hit speaks to locker room issue

The Maple Leafs' locker room culture is crucial for responding to on-ice incidents, as highlighted by Pronger and the Buffalo Sabres' example.

Instant Reaction: Maple Leafs outshot 43-18 by Rangers, rewarded with two points

The Maple Leafs are likely eliminated from the playoffs but continue to win games, contrary to fan desires for a better draft position.

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Gameday 78: Florida Panthers at Montreal Canadiens

Florida Panthers aim to end losing streak against Montreal Canadiens, who have clinched a playoff spot and reached 100 points for the first time since 2016-17.

Gameday 71: Florida Panthers vs Minnesota Wild

Florida Panthers aim to secure a win against Minnesota Wild after a recent victory, while the Wild look to bounce back from a loss.

Gameday 78: Florida Panthers at Montreal Canadiens

Florida Panthers aim to end losing streak against Montreal Canadiens, who have clinched a playoff spot and reached 100 points for the first time since 2016-17.

Gameday 71: Florida Panthers vs Minnesota Wild

Florida Panthers aim to secure a win against Minnesota Wild after a recent victory, while the Wild look to bounce back from a loss.

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2 days ago

Who will win the Stanley Cup after an Olympic gold medal?

Eight hockey players have won an Olympic gold medal and a Stanley Cup in the same season, showcasing a rare achievement in the sport.

2 days ago

MLS Power Rankings: LAFC are practically perfect atop the table

Nashville's loss to Chicago highlights their vulnerability ahead of the Concacaf Champions Cup.

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Instant Reaction: Kings outlast Maple Leafs in barn burner to keep playoff hopes alive, improve Leafs' top-5 odds

The Toronto Maple Leafs' playoff elimination leads to a focus on draft lottery implications rather than game outcomes.

Maple Leafs lose top defenseman to injury late in season

Oliver Ekman-Larsson is unlikely to play for the Maple Leafs due to a lower-body injury sustained against the Sharks.

Maple Leafs' Max Domi fights Ducks' Radko Gudas three seconds into contest

The Toronto Maple Leafs faced a physical game against the Anaheim Ducks, while also announcing the departure of general manager Brad Treliving.

5 Maple Leafs most likely to drop the gloves for revenge against Radko Gudas

The Leafs prepare for a crucial game against the Ducks, focusing on retaliation against Radko Gudas for his hit on Auston Matthews.

Artur Akhtyamov's contract extension could point to Maple Leafs moving one of their goalies this summer

The Toronto Maple Leafs may trade one of their goaltenders this summer due to their depth and the emergence of Dennis Hildeby.

Leafs' Auston Matthews shockingly linked to Western Conference team in trade talks

The Toronto Maple Leafs are likely to miss the postseason, prompting potential offseason changes, including trade rumors surrounding Auston Matthews.

Instant Reaction: Kings outlast Maple Leafs in barn burner to keep playoff hopes alive, improve Leafs' top-5 odds

The Toronto Maple Leafs' playoff elimination leads to a focus on draft lottery implications rather than game outcomes.

Maple Leafs lose top defenseman to injury late in season

Oliver Ekman-Larsson is unlikely to play for the Maple Leafs due to a lower-body injury sustained against the Sharks.

Maple Leafs' Max Domi fights Ducks' Radko Gudas three seconds into contest

The Toronto Maple Leafs faced a physical game against the Anaheim Ducks, while also announcing the departure of general manager Brad Treliving.

5 Maple Leafs most likely to drop the gloves for revenge against Radko Gudas

The Leafs prepare for a crucial game against the Ducks, focusing on retaliation against Radko Gudas for his hit on Auston Matthews.

Artur Akhtyamov's contract extension could point to Maple Leafs moving one of their goalies this summer

The Toronto Maple Leafs may trade one of their goaltenders this summer due to their depth and the emergence of Dennis Hildeby.

Leafs' Auston Matthews shockingly linked to Western Conference team in trade talks

The Toronto Maple Leafs are likely to miss the postseason, prompting potential offseason changes, including trade rumors surrounding Auston Matthews.

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'Inside Out' on ice: A scouting report for Riley's emotions

Joy and other emotions from 'Inside Out' will play in a reimagined NHL game featuring Riley's favorite teams.

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Sabres clinch playoff spot, end longest drought in NHL history

Buffalo Sabres end a 14-season playoff drought, clinching a postseason berth and contending for the Eastern Conference's top seed.

When Did The Buffalo Sabres Turn Their Season Around?

Buffalo Sabres have emerged as playoff contenders after a general manager change, leading the NHL in key goaltending statistics.

Sabres clinch playoff spot, end longest drought in NHL history

Buffalo Sabres end a 14-season playoff drought, clinching a postseason berth and contending for the Eastern Conference's top seed.

When Did The Buffalo Sabres Turn Their Season Around?

Buffalo Sabres have emerged as playoff contenders after a general manager change, leading the NHL in key goaltending statistics.

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5 days ago

NHL playoff standings: The Flyers' path to the postseason

The Philadelphia Flyers have a challenging path to the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs, currently trailing in the wild-card race.

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Craig Berube on Easton Cowan's strong stretch drive for the Leafs: "He is emotionally invested and is doing a lot of good things... He never stops... He has that motor"

Macklin Celebrini is a key player for his team, showcasing intelligence and skill, requiring collective effort to contain him.

6 days ago

A New Congressional Bill About Sports Team Relocations Might Affect the NHL More Than Other Sports

The 'Home Team Act' would require that any sports team owner looking to move their franchise, or sell to a new owner with the intention of relocation, first be required to offer the sale of the franchise to a group keeping it in its current location.

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John Carlson scores first goal with Anaheim Ducks

John Carlson scored his first goal with the Anaheim Ducks after 166 goals with the Capitals, contributing to a 5-4 overtime loss against the Maple Leafs.

John Carlson named NHL's Third Star of the Week after recording seven assists in three games for Ducks

John Carlson has excelled with the Anaheim Ducks, earning Third Star of the Week after recording seven assists in three games since his trade.

John Carlson scores first goal with Anaheim Ducks

John Carlson scored his first goal with the Anaheim Ducks after 166 goals with the Capitals, contributing to a 5-4 overtime loss against the Maple Leafs.

John Carlson named NHL's Third Star of the Week after recording seven assists in three games for Ducks

John Carlson has excelled with the Anaheim Ducks, earning Third Star of the Week after recording seven assists in three games since his trade.

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Ryan Reaves has locker room stall emptied out, still expected to remain with Sharks for rest of season

Ryan Reaves has cleared his locker with an upper-body injury, likely ending his season with the San Jose Sharks.

Ryan Reaves dislocates finger during fight, tries to put it back into place before heading to penalty box

Ryan Reaves dislocated his pinky during a fight against Garrett Wilson, requiring assistance to address the injury.

Ryan Reaves has locker room stall emptied out, still expected to remain with Sharks for rest of season

Ryan Reaves has cleared his locker with an upper-body injury, likely ending his season with the San Jose Sharks.

Ryan Reaves dislocates finger during fight, tries to put it back into place before heading to penalty box

Ryan Reaves dislocated his pinky during a fight against Garrett Wilson, requiring assistance to address the injury.

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Logan Thompson on Golden Knights firing head coach Bruce Cassidy: 'You never want to see someone lose their job'

Logan Thompson's shootout win against the Golden Knights led to the firing of head coach Bruce Cassidy after four seasons.

Maple Leafs reunion with skilled winger seems unlikely after recent reports

Bobby McMann is unlikely to return to the Toronto Maple Leafs as the Seattle Kraken show strong interest in a long-term contract.

#adam-fox

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Colin Stephenson: Adam Fox still doesn't commit to future with Rangers

Adam Fox expresses commitment to the Rangers while emphasizing his desire to win and clarifying his no-move clause situation.

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The Adam Fox slander is getting a tad ridiculous - Blue Seat Blogs

Adam Fox is a top-three NHL defenseman despite exaggerated criticism of his skating and defensive skills.

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Colin Stephenson: Adam Fox still doesn't commit to future with Rangers

Adam Fox expresses commitment to the Rangers while emphasizing his desire to win and clarifying his no-move clause situation.

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The Adam Fox slander is getting a tad ridiculous - Blue Seat Blogs

Adam Fox is a top-three NHL defenseman despite exaggerated criticism of his skating and defensive skills.

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Marsch insists Canada 'not a dirty team' after latest red card

Canada received a red card in a 2-2 draw against Iceland, marking the fourth red card in their last eight games.

Vegas Golden Knights fire Bruce Cassidy after loss to Washington Capitals

Bruce Cassidy was fired by the Vegas Golden Knights after a recent loss, and John Tortorella has been hired as the new head coach.

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Leafs lineup news: Joseph Woll to start vs. hometown Blues

Joseph Woll has emerged as the Maple Leafs' No. 1 goalie, showcasing strong performances and a commitment to team intensity.

3 takeaways from Leafs-Sabres: Woll steals a point, Domi scores in 800th NHL game

Joseph Woll made 30 saves to secure a point for the Maple Leafs despite their loss to Buffalo in overtime.

Leafs lineup news: Joseph Woll to start vs. hometown Blues

Joseph Woll has emerged as the Maple Leafs' No. 1 goalie, showcasing strong performances and a commitment to team intensity.

3 takeaways from Leafs-Sabres: Woll steals a point, Domi scores in 800th NHL game

Joseph Woll made 30 saves to secure a point for the Maple Leafs despite their loss to Buffalo in overtime.

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This Maple Leafs star needs to go - and it's not Auston Matthews

William Nylander's silence on the Maple Leafs' struggles indicates deeper issues within the team, overshadowing Auston Matthews' potential departure.

Senators' Thomas Chabot could miss 2 months with broken arm

Thomas Chabot will miss up to two months with a broken arm, impacting the Senators' playoff push.

Pierre-Luc Dubois assessed match penalty, could face suspension after tackling Blues forward Robert Thomas: 'There was no malicious intent, it felt like'

Pierre Luc-Dubois received a match penalty for intent to injure after an incident with Robert Thomas during the Capitals' loss to the Blues.

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It's abundantly clear that JT Miller is injured - Blue Seat Blogs

JT Miller is clearly injured, affecting his performance and the Rangers' strategy moving forward.

Ranking best possible Stanley Cup playoff first-round matchups

The 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs may feature significant turnover with many teams currently outside the playoff picture.

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The Scotland World Cup 2026 away kit is out - and it's a real conversation starter

Scotland's World Cup 2026 away kit features a vibrant salmon-red design, blending retro elements with modern technology for a unique look.

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Quick Bites: Sharks Drop Winnable Game to Oilers

The Sharks lost to the Oilers despite scoring first, unable to maintain consistency and falling behind early in a game without Edmonton's injured superstar Draisaitl.

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How are recently traded Maple Leafs doing with their new teams?

Toronto Maple Leafs traded Bobby McMann, Scott Laughton, and Nicolas Roy for draft capital, with McMann thriving in Seattle while Roy and Laughton show modest production with their new teams.

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John Carlson plays first game for Anaheim Ducks since trade from Capitals: 'He's a really good hockey player'

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Former Maple Leaf Bobby McMann shines in Kraken debut

How are recently traded Maple Leafs doing with their new teams?

Toronto Maple Leafs traded Bobby McMann, Scott Laughton, and Nicolas Roy for draft capital, with McMann thriving in Seattle while Roy and Laughton show modest production with their new teams.

John Carlson plays first game for Anaheim Ducks since trade from Capitals: 'He's a really good hockey player'

John Carlson made his Anaheim Ducks debut after 17 seasons with Washington, helping the team defeat Montreal 4-3 in his first game back from injury.

Former Maple Leaf Bobby McMann shines in Kraken debut

Bobby McMann scored two goals and an assist in his Seattle Kraken debut, leading the team to a 5-2 victory over Vancouver and justifying the trade deadline acquisition from Toronto.

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Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews undergoes MCL surgery, 12 week recovery timeline

Auston Matthews underwent successful MCL knee repair surgery with a 12-week recovery timeline, expected to be ready for the 2026-27 season start.

From "Go Green Knight" to the return of the St Pats, here's a St Patrick's Day-themed NHL recap

Multiple NHL teams celebrated St. Patrick's Day with themed game nights, including the Maple Leafs, Blue Jackets, and Golden Knights, with mixed on-ice results.

Gameday 68: Florida Panthers at Edmonton Oilers

The Florida Panthers face the Edmonton Oilers tonight in Edmonton, with Florida seeking to improve after a 5-2 loss to Vancouver while Edmonton won their last game despite losing Leon Draisaitl for the season.

An obscure NHL rule lets players become emergency referees. Which teammate would Capitals players pick?

NHL Rule 31.11 allows teams to appoint players as referees and linesmen if official officials cannot appear due to misadventure or sickness and no suitable replacements are available.

4 takeaways from Leafs-Islanders: Matthew Schaefer quietly controls the game

The New York Islanders defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-1, with rookie Matthew Schaefer controlling the game from defense and demonstrating exceptional poise and skill.

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Logan Thompson's Goalie "Mask"

The Capitals' strong actual goals-against rate masks poor expected goals-against metrics, suggesting defensive regression is likely ahead.

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NHL playoff watch: Will the Penguins catch the Hurricanes? - ESPN

The Pittsburgh Penguins have an unlikely but mathematically possible path to the Metropolitan Division title, needing to win critical matchups against the Carolina Hurricanes who hold a seven-point lead.

This season, the playoff picture might just be decided by rookie goaltending

Jacob Fowler's strong goaltending performance helped Montreal defeat Ottawa 3-2, positioning the Canadiens competitively in the Atlantic Division playoff race.

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Team USA star Jack Hughes wants Hockey Hall of Fame to give him gold-winning, possibly $1 million puck

Jack Hughes disputes the Hockey Hall of Fame's ownership of his overtime-winning Olympic gold puck, valued at approximately $1 million, believing he should retain the historic memorabilia.

Hockey Hall of Fame won't give 'golden goal' puck to Jack Hughes

The Hockey Hall of Fame will not return Jack Hughes' Olympic gold-medal winning puck because it was never his to own; the puck was donated by the International Ice Hockey Federation, which collects and preserves Olympic artifacts.

Capitals game late in season gets flexed off national tv

The Washington Capitals' poor season performance resulted in their April 8 game against Toronto being moved from TNT to local broadcast, replaced by a Buffalo-New York Rangers matchup.

Sabres captain offers Maple Leafs fans some hope

Buffalo Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin credits team unity and mutual protection as the foundation for the Sabres' transformation into a cohesive force, offering Toronto Maple Leafs a blueprint for overcoming their struggles.

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Craig Berube on how much the Leafs revisit their response to the Auston Matthews injury: "It's something we've talked about almost daily: getting in there for each other"

The Maple Leafs improved significantly after Matthews' injury, collecting five of six points while emphasizing physical play and team accountability, with young call-ups from the Marlies contributing positively.

Former Leafs GM would be perfect fit for Team Canada GM

Doug Armstrong steps down as Team Canada men's hockey GM after winning the Four Nations Face-Off and Olympic silver, with Kyle Dubas emerging as the leading candidate for succession.

Around the NHL: McMann, Laughton on fire with new teams, Jarry takes back seat in Edmonton

The Rangers and Stars lead the league with four-game winning streaks, while McDavid tops scoring with 114 points and several traded players excel with their new teams.

fromMaple Leafs Hotstove

Will the Auston Matthews injury be the Leafs' "Lucic-Miller" moment, or is there a path to redemption? - Maple Leafs Notebook

A lack of immediate physical response to Radko Gudas injuring Auston Matthews exposed a cultural problem within the Toronto Maple Leafs organization, similar to a 2011 incident that preceded the Buffalo Sabres' 15-year playoff drought.

fromNewsday

After NY return, the LA Kings are counting on Artemi Panarin to lead them into the playoffs

Artemi Panarin's trade to the Los Angeles Kings has significantly improved their playoff chances, with the team scoring nearly half a goal more per game and moving within one point of a wild card spot.