San Jose Sharks
fromFear the Fin
1 day agoSharks at Blue Jackets game 71: Lines, game thread and how to watch
The San Jose Sharks face the Columbus Blue Jackets, who are in playoff contention, while the Sharks are struggling with a losing streak.
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San Jose Sharks
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks agoSharks get taste of playoff hockey in testy overtime loss. They need to get used to it
The San Jose Sharks remain playoff contenders despite a 2-1 overtime loss to the Islanders, facing a challenging five-game road trip while adjusting to physical playoff-style hockey.
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Boston Bruins
fromESPN.com
1 day agoNHL playoff watch: Guide to all 15 games on Showdown Saturday
The NHL playoff race intensifies with key matchups impacting standings and draft lottery positions as the playoffs approach.
Chicago Blackhawks
fromESPN.com
3 days agoNHL playoff standings: How will the Pacific Division finish?
Connor McDavid described the Pacific Division's playoff race as a 'pillow fight' due to recent poor performance by its teams.
New York Islanders
fromEyes On Isles
4 days agoMatthew Schaefer breaks NHL record with staggering performance in Islanders loss
Matthew Schaefer set an NHL record for ice time by a teenager, logging 31:59 during a game despite the Islanders' loss to the Blackhawks.
New York Islanders
fromEyes On Isles
1 week agoIslanders Face Make or Break Weekend
The Islanders fell out of a playoff spot after a 3-2 loss to Ottawa, marking a critical moment in their season.
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National Basketball Association
fromAll U Can Heat
2 weeks agoHeat's Play-In Tournament fate may be defined by pivotal homestand
The Miami Heat's five-game winning streak positions them favorably for three winnable home games against Milwaukee, Washington, and Orlando, but consistency issues and a precarious playoff position demand they capitalize on this opportunity.
fromLitter Box Cats
1 week agoGameday 69: Florida Panthers at Calgary Flames
Florida delivered an absolute gem of a road game, shutting out the Edmonton Oilers 4-0 at Rogers Place last night. Sergei Bobrovsky stopped all 21 shots faced and Cole Reinhardt, A.J. Greer, Anton Lundell and Carter Verhaeghe found the back of the net.
Toronto Maple Leafs
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National Basketball Association
fromAll U Can Heat
1 week agoHeat vs. Lakers injury report: Bam Adebayo appears good to go
Bam Adebayo is probable to return Thursday against the Lakers as the Heat battle injuries while facing a seven-game winning streak Lakers team in a crucial playoff positioning matchup.
English Premier League
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week agoSaints and Bath lead race for top four as Prem returns
English Premiership rugby resumes after Six Nations break with 10 rounds completed and 8 remaining, featuring a tight title race between Northampton and Bath separated by just 11 points across the top six.
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Washington Capitals
fromRMNB
1 week agoGame preview: Washington Capitals vs Ottawa Senators at Capital One Arena, Cole Hutson's NHL debut
The Washington Capitals debut rookie defenseman Cole Hutson against Ottawa while facing a 4.7% playoff probability, needing to win consistently to reach postseason contention.
New York Islanders
fromwww.amny.com
1 week agoIslanders' power play finally looks as though its coming together | amNewYork
The New York Islanders' power play, historically one of the league's worst, shows signs of improvement with two goals in their recent victory over Toronto, scoring four power-play goals in their last four games.
Toronto Raptors
fromRaptors Rapture
1 week agoDarko Rajakovic's plan for young Raptor doesn't promise many changes this season
The Raptors acquired Trayce Jackson-Davis as a long-term development project with minimal immediate playing time due to playoff positioning priorities and healthier roster options.
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New York Islanders
fromEyes On Isles
1 week agoThe NY Islanders keeping one eye on the scoreboard and the other on what's next
The Islanders monitor out-of-town scores while competing in a tightly contested playoff race where every game significantly impacts playoff positioning.
San Jose Sharks
fromFear the Fin
1 week agoSharks at Oilers game 66: Lines, game thread and how to watch
The Sharks face the Oilers in a crucial playoff race game where a win provides a four-point swing and positions San Jose favorably in both wild card and Pacific Division contention.
Boston Bruins
fromNBC Sports Boston
2 weeks agoWill Bruins make the playoffs? Let's break down state of the race
The Boston Bruins hold the second wild card playoff spot in the Eastern Conference with a slim margin for error, facing competition from Columbus and Ottawa while maintaining a realistic path to the postseason.
Boston Bruins
fromLitter Box Cats
2 weeks agoClowder Chatter: Monday Panthers Open Forum
The Florida Panthers' playoff chances significantly diminished after Boston earned three of four points against Washington and Pittsburgh, extending their lead to 11 points with 38 games remaining.
Boston Bruins
fromNBC Sports Boston
2 weeks agoWill Bruins make the playoffs? Let's break down state of the race
The Boston Bruins hold the second wild card playoff spot in the Eastern Conference with a slim margin for error, facing competition from Columbus and Ottawa while maintaining a realistic path to the postseason.
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Boston Bruins
fromBoston.com
1 week ago3 things the Bruins must fix if they want to punch their ticket to the playoffs
Boston's playoff push faces critical challenges from a dormant power play, regression from key forwards Geekie and Lindholm, and recent overtime losses that squandered opportunities with limited regular season games remaining.
LA Kings
fromRMNB
1 week agoLeon Draisaitl to miss remainder of Edmonton Oilers regular season after suffering lower-body injury
Leon Draisaitl will miss the remainder of the regular season due to a lower-body injury sustained against Nashville, impacting the Oilers' playoff push with 14 games remaining.
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National Basketball Association
fromESPN.com
1 week agoTimberwolves' Anthony Edwards to miss time with knee soreness
Anthony Edwards has right knee inflammation revealed by MRI and will be re-evaluated in 1-2 weeks, threatening his availability during a critical stretch for the Timberwolves' playoff positioning.
San Jose Sharks
fromESPN.com
1 week agoNHL playoff standings: How high will the Sharks finish?
The Pacific Division playoff race remains highly competitive with multiple teams separated by just a few points, with the Sharks positioned to potentially climb standings through favorable remaining schedule matchups.
New York Islanders
fromNewsday
1 week agoMatthew Schaefer's more focused on winning than Tuesday's homecoming against Toronto for Islanders
Matthew Schaefer, an 18-year-old Calder Trophy front-runner, will play his first NHL game in his Toronto hometown while the Islanders compete in a critical playoff race.
fromBleacher Nation
1 week agoWemby Props, Spurs vs Clippers Odds, and More for Monday's March 16th Battle Out West - Bleacher Nation
Currently sitting at 49-18 and trailing the Oklahoma City Thunder by just three games for the top spot in the Western Conference, San Antonio is on a mission to secure home-court advantage throughout the playoffs. Their balanced attack, which ranks top-five in both offensive and defensive rating, has made them a nightmare for mid-tier teams.
Chicago Cubs
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National Hockey League
fromNewsday
2 weeks agoAfter 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.
Washington Capitals
fromRMNB
3 weeks agoCapitals players distraught after Nic Dowd's trade to Vegas: 'What if we won against Utah? Would it have been different?'
The Washington Capitals traded a veteran player to Vegas after eight seasons, prompting players to reflect on recent losses and missed opportunities that may have influenced the decision.
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Miami Heat
fromHot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog
3 weeks agoGAME PREVIEW: Heat take on top seed Pistons hoping to earn fifth straight win
The Miami Heat seek their fifth consecutive win against the injury-depleted top-seeded Detroit Pistons at home, positioning themselves to potentially reach the fifth seed in the Eastern Conference.
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Washington Capitals
fromRMNB
2 weeks agoGame preview: Washington Capitals vs Boston Bruins at Capital One Arena
The Capitals face the Bruins in a critical playoff-positioning game with only a 12.9% playoff probability, requiring a regulation win to maintain postseason hopes.
Washington Capitals
fromRMNB
2 weeks agoLive updates: Washington Capitals vs Calgary Flames at Capital One Arena
The Washington Capitals face the Calgary Flames with playoff hopes at 10.6 percent after losing to Boston, missing key trade deadline acquisitions and recent call-ups due to injury and visa issues.
Washington Capitals
fromRMNB
2 weeks agoLive updates: Washington Capitals vs Calgary Flames at Capital One Arena
The Washington Capitals face the Calgary Flames with playoff hopes at 10.6 percent after losing to Boston, missing key trade deadline acquisitions and recent call-ups due to injury and visa issues.
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Toronto Maple Leafs
fromTheLeafsNation
2 weeks agoEaston Cowan ready to take on 'whatever role' for Maple Leafs amidst eight-game losing streak
The Leafs lost to Montreal despite improved play in the second and third periods, with rookie Easton Cowan emphasizing the need to maintain their faster, more aggressive style going forward.
National Hockey League
fromTheLeafsNation
2 weeks agoWilliam Nylander on Maple Leafs' dressing room mood: 'It's not going to help being frustrated'
The Toronto Maple Leafs face their first playoff miss in nine seasons, sitting last in the Atlantic Division with 18 games remaining, while William Nylander leads the team with 59 points despite the challenging circumstances.
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromTheLeafsNation
2 weeks agoEaston Cowan ready to take on 'whatever role' for Maple Leafs amidst eight-game losing streak
The Leafs lost to Montreal despite improved play in the second and third periods, with rookie Easton Cowan emphasizing the need to maintain their faster, more aggressive style going forward.
National Hockey League
fromTheLeafsNation
2 weeks agoWilliam Nylander on Maple Leafs' dressing room mood: 'It's not going to help being frustrated'
The Toronto Maple Leafs face their first playoff miss in nine seasons, sitting last in the Atlantic Division with 18 games remaining, while William Nylander leads the team with 59 points despite the challenging circumstances.
fromBleacher Nation
2 weeks agoPre-Gamin': Bulls at Warriors - Lineups, How to Watch, More
The Warriors' season effectively ended at the trade deadline, when Golden State team president Mike Dunleavy Jr. opted not to trade Butler's contract. The six-time All-Star, 36, was already done for the season with an ACL tear, and will likely demand yet another maximum contract extension soon if he remains on the roster.
Chicago Cubs
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National Hockey League
fromTheLeafsNation
2 weeks agoAround the NHL: Lightning, Sabres combine for 15 goals, 5 fights; Nazem Kadri shines in return to Avalanche
The NHL trade deadline concluded with blockbuster deals and surprises, entering the final month of the 2025-26 season with tightening playoff races and fewer than 20 games remaining.
Boston Bruins
fromNBC Sports Boston
3 weeks agoBruins didn't rush retool at trade deadline, but playoff push will be tough
The Bruins made minimal trade deadline moves, acquiring only minor league players and a left wing, choosing not to pursue expensive rentals despite playoff positioning uncertainty.
National Hockey League
fromTheLeafsNation
2 weeks agoAround the NHL: Lightning, Sabres combine for 15 goals, 5 fights; Nazem Kadri shines in return to Avalanche
The NHL trade deadline concluded with blockbuster deals and surprises, entering the final month of the 2025-26 season with tightening playoff races and fewer than 20 games remaining.
Boston Bruins
fromNBC Sports Boston
3 weeks agoBruins didn't rush retool at trade deadline, but playoff push will be tough
The Bruins made minimal trade deadline moves, acquiring only minor league players and a left wing, choosing not to pursue expensive rentals despite playoff positioning uncertainty.
New York Islanders
fromEyes On Isles
3 weeks agoThe NY Islanders acquire Brayden Schenn from the St. Louis Blues
The NY Islanders acquired captain Brayden Schenn from the St. Louis Blues in exchange for a first-round pick, third-round pick, and a prospect, with Schenn providing leadership and depth scoring through two remaining contract years.
National Hockey League
fromPuck Prose
3 weeks agoThe PWHL is back! Here's the three biggest stories to watch through the season's second half
The New York Sirens hold the fourth playoff spot but face intense competition from Ottawa, Toronto, and Vancouver, with their postseason berth far from guaranteed despite being five points ahead.
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