Takeaways: Bruins have rattled Maple Leafs on the ropes
The Bruins had their most well-rounded effort in Game 4 with strong goaltending and opportunistic play against a struggling Toronto Maple Leafs team. [ more ]
NHL's Longest Active Playoff Streaks - The Hockey Writers Hockey History Latest News, Analysis & More
Qualifying for the NHL playoffs is challenging, with only 16 out of 32 teams advancing, and even successful teams have limited consistent playoff appearances. [ more ]
Oilers Haunted by History in Game 2 Overtime Loss to Kings - The Hockey Writers Edmonton Oilers Latest News, Analysis & More
The Edmonton Oilers ended a 34-year drought of not winning Game 1 of a playoff series on home ice but failed to take a 2-0 series lead on home ice. [ more ]
Sharks broadcasters set to call first-round NHL playoff games
San Jose Sharks broadcasters Randy Hahn and Bret Hedican are calling NHL postseason games despite the team missing the playoffs for a fifth straight year. [ more ]
Rangers stifling Alex Ovechkin on way to 1st-round advantage over Capitals | amNewYork
The New York Rangers have effectively shut down Alex Ovechkin in the first two playoff games by limiting his shots and controlling his gameplay. [ more ]
Abject Game 4 loss leads to more soul searching at playoff time for the Maple Leafs
The article discusses the unacceptable performance of the Leafs in Game 4 of the playoffs and suggests the traditional 'Game in 10' format may not be suitable for analyzing such a disappointing outcome. [ more ]
Preview: Bruins look to take control of series in Game 4
Leafs vs. Bruins playoff hockey at Scotiabank Arena tonight, part of a full-day playoff lineup; Nylander likely to debut; Matthews questionable. [ more ]
Rangers need to go for the throat in Game 2 - Blue Seat Blogs
Depth, penalty killing, timely scoring, and solid team defense helped the Rangers win Game 1 without needing powerplay goals. They need to maintain their effectiveness to succeed. [ more ]
The Boston Bruins are undecided on their starting goaltender for Game 2 of the playoffs despite Jeremy Swayman's strong performance in Game 1. [ more ]
Cote: 2 losses, 2 different stories: Florida Panthers still in charge, Heat back in trouble | Opinion
The Florida Panthers did not sweep the Tampa Bay Lightning in the NHL playoffs, but still maintain a series lead, while the Miami Heat faced a tough loss in Game 3 to the Boston Celtics. [ more ]
Game One Gameday: Florida Panthers vs Tampa Bay Lightning
The Florida Panthers and Tampa Bay Lightning are facing off in the playoffs for the third time in four seasons, setting up a highly anticipated Sunshine State Showdown. [ more ]
Sharks broadcasters set to call first-round NHL playoff games
Two San Jose Sharks broadcasters, Randy Hahn and Bret Hedican, are calling NHL postseason games despite the team missing the playoffs for the fifth consecutive year. [ more ]
'I think we owe them.' Kings eager to flip the script with Oilers in NHL playoffs
The Kings return to face the Oilers in the NHL playoffs for the third consecutive year, aiming to change their history of losses against Edmonton since 1989. [ more ]
Maple Leafs Coach Calls Out Max Domi After Loss To Bruins
Max Domi attempted to agitate the Bruins in Game 1, but his tactics were mostly ineffective and led to penalties, creating a disadvantage for the Maple Leafs. [ more ]
Preview: Bruins look to build 5v5 game against Maple Leafs in Game 2
The Boston Bruins are facing the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference's first round, needing better 5v5 performance and full-team effort. [ more ]
Islanders Anxiety - Episode 289 - Encouraging and Frustrating
The Islanders showed they can compete with top teams like the Hurricanes but faced bad luck again, needing to replicate their strong performance for a different outcome. [ more ]
Encouraging signs exist for Islanders despite 0-1 hole vs. Hurricanes | amNewYork
Despite losing Game 1, the New York Islanders showed resilience and promise in their first-round playoff series against the Carolina Hurricanes. [ more ]
10 More Thoughts: Oilers vs Kings 2023-24 NHL Playoffs Round 1 - The Hockey Writers Edmonton Oilers Latest News, Analysis & More
Having depth players step up, maintaining a shooting mentality, and the importance of setting the tone are crucial for the Oilers in the upcoming playoffs. [ more ]
Islanders News: First round is set, Game 1 tomorrow evening
The playoffs are set to begin after the conclusion of the regular season with the first game featuring the Carolina Hurricanes against the New York Islanders. [ more ]
Who Plays, Who Sits In Oilers' First-Round Series with Kings - The Hockey Writers Edmonton Oilers Latest News, Analysis & More
The Edmonton Oilers will face the Los Angeles Kings in the NHL playoffs for the third consecutive season with a rookie head coach facing tough roster decisions. [ more ]
The Washington Capitals are gearing up for their playoff series against the New York Rangers, with various storylines and updates circulating. [ more ]
LBC's 2024 NHL Playoff Predictions Contest: First Round
Fans can participate in playoff prediction contest, using confidence pool set-up with point values for team selections and bonus points for correct series length predictions. [ more ]
2024 Islanders playoff preview: Breaking down 1st-round matchup vs. Hurricanes | amNewYork
Carolina Hurricanes and New York Islanders face off again in the playoffs after a previous matchup, showcasing their rivalry and potential outcomes. [ more ]
Capitals set salary cap era record as team with worst goal differential to make NHL playoffs: 'Everybody's going to say we've got no business being here'
The Washington Capitals clinched the final playoff spot with a record-setting negative goal differential, entering the postseason as heavy underdogs against the New York Rangers. [ more ]