Eklund, Sharks show early fight before loss to vaunted Lightning
The Sharks faced the Tampa Bay Lightning, outshooting them but still tying the game at one goal apiece. The Sharks showed improvement in their performance despite recent losses.
The Toronto Maple Leafs Lose to the Stanley Cup Finalists...Again
For the 3rd straight season, and the 4th time in the last 5 seasons, the Toronto Maple Leafs were eliminated from the Stanley Cup playoffs by the eventual runner-up.In 2019 the Toronto Maple Leafs lost to the Boston Bruins.In 2021 they lost to the Montreal Canadiens.In 2022 they lost to the Tampa Bay Lightning.
The Hockey Championship the U.S. Men Just Can't Seem to Win
After a strong start, the U.S. men's hockey team was disappointingly eliminated from the world championship over the weekend.Again.The U.S. team, stocked with many N.H.L. players, had breezed through pool play in Finland with a 7-0 record, then beat the Czech Republic in the quarterfinal.That put the Americans into a semifinal against Germany, a team with players primarily from German League teams like Eisbaren Berlin (the Berlin Polar Bears) and Kolner Haie (the Cologne Sharks).
Two wins away from the Stanley Cup Final thanks to these two Panthers
The Florida Panthers find themselves two wins away from reaching the Stanley Cup Final for the first time since 1996.They have accomplished so much already on this postseason run, but there are two players in particular who are leading the charge on the ice.The Florida Panthers are being led by the great play of Matthew Tkachuk and Sergei Bobrovsky.
The biggest surprise of the Stanley Cup playoffs is not what you expect
There have been a lot of shocking moments during the 2023 Stanley Cup playoffs, but the most surprising element of the postseason is not that Boston is out or that Colorado lost in round one to the Seattle Kraken.The biggest surprise of the Stanley Cup playoffs has to be how lack luster the goaltending has been.
2023 team report cards: Maple Leafs advance, still exit early
Every hockey fan came into the 2022-2023 season aware of how disappointing the Toronto Maple Leafs have been in Stanley Cup Playoffs.Their young core had been tasked with ending a playoff series win drought nearly two decades long and faced immense pressure.Last year, it looked like the Maple Leafs would come through, but this year, they actually did.
Islanders & NHL News: Bailey is probably too expensive to keep
Now that we're officially into the offseason, some news is starting to shake loose.Nothing significant has yet happened to the New York Islanders roster, but it's still early in the buyout window-GM and President Lou Lamoriello has until after the draft to make the call about buying out Josh Bailey, so he might as well hold off and see if he can just unload the contract entirely.
Three Key Offseason Storylines To Follow With The Tampa Bay Lightning
It is weird not seeing the Tampa Bay Lightning not in the Stanley Cup Final this season.This is the first time since 2019 that the Lightning are not playing in the final hockey games of the season, and with today being the potential eve of the final game of the 2023 NHL season, there is no better time to catch up with the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Where are they now: the nominees for the 2022 Jack Adams Award
The NHL announced th e 2023 Jack Adams Award nominees just a few days ago, with that in mind, there is no better time to see how the coaches nominated last year are doing now.There were three really deserving coaches nominated for the Jack Adams in 2022.Darryl Sutter, then head coach of the Calgary Flames, won the award after coaching the Flames to a 50-21-11 record.
3 Toronto Maple Leafs Who Will Be Gone If Leafs Get Swept
If the Toronto Maple Leafs get swept and lose in the second round of the playoffs, except a ton of changes.It's crazy what a week can do for the Toronto Maple Leafs.Doesn't it feel like it was ages ago that we were celebrating the first round win against the Tampa Bay Lightning?For the first time in 19 years, the Leafs were in the second round and things were going to be different.
Toronto Maple Leafs Lose, Marlies and Growlers Win
The Toronto Maple Leafs find themselves in a 3-0 hole after losing 3-2 against the Florida Panthers in game three on Sunday.In all three games against the Panthers, the Toronto Maple Leafs have only been able to score two goals in each game.Unfortunately for them, it has not been enough to win.There have been stretches in each game where Toronto is in complete control of the game, but for whatever reason, the Leafs let that control slip away.
What Toronto Maple Leafs Fans Need to Do to Help Them Win
The Toronto Maple Leafs scored on their first shot on net in Game 3 against the Florida Panthers.It was Sam Lafferty's one-timer that did the trick against Sergei Bobrovsky.While some may praise David Kampf for his excellent pass, the real credit needs to go to Amar in Scarborough.After all, he chose not to change out of his Leafs' sweater despite the massive mustard spill that hit him in the chest earlier in the afternoon.
The Unspoken Truth Behind the Toronto Maple Leafs Agony
The Toronto Maple Leafs have spent a lot of time in Florida recently.First, they took down the Tampa Bay Lightning.Now they're fighting to keep their Stanley Cup dreams alive against the Florida Panthers.Oh, Florida.The land of sunshine, beaches, and theme parks.Sounds like paradise, doesn't it?Well, not exactly.
Re-Imagining the Toronto Maple Leafs as Characters in Super Mario Bros
With the enormous box office success of the new Super Mario Bros. Movie, and the Toronto Maple Leafs jumping into the playoffs, it seems like the perfect timing for a mashup.That doesn't mean skating goombas, just the next in series of re-imagining the Toronto Maple Leafs.This time, it's as characters from the Super Mario Bros. franchise.
Patience is key to success for Blackhawks entering the 2023 NHL Draft
The Chicago Blackhawks have had some pretty crazy NHL Drafts in recent memory.From trading Alex DeBrincat last year to even trading Artemi Panarin a handful of years ago, the draft has been a big spot for the Blackhawks.Being patient has to be a goal for the Hawks at the upcoming 2023 NHL Draft.The Blackhawks have their fair share of draft capital at the 2023 NHL Draft.
The Detroit Red Wings Improved Under New Coach Derek Lalonde
The Detroit Red Wings were in search of a new coach after Jeff Blashill was relieved of his duties.Looking for a new coach that would operate well in Detroit's system, general manager Steve Yzerman sought out his former employer, the Tampa bay Lightning, to find Blashill's replacement in Derek Lalonde.
Kyle Dubas unsure if he will remain with Toronto Maple Leafs | CTV News
Kyle Dubas has a big decision to make.It's one of many facing the Maple Leafs.Toronto's general manager said Monday as the team reflected on its second-round playoff exit that he needs time to decide whether or not he wants to continue in the role with his contract set to expire at the end of June.Dubas said if he does depart the Leafs it will be to spend time with his family after a trying year, adding he won't be joining another organization for next season.
Adin Hill has very similar story to former Flames' goaltender Miikka Kiprusoff | Offside
The path to stardom wasn't easy for former Calgary Flames goaltender Mikka Kiprusoff, nor has it been for Adin Hill.Hill, who is currently serving as the No. 1 goaltender for the Vegas Golden Knights, finds himself just two wins away from a Stanley Cup championship.If you were to have watched him since he came into action during the second round versus the Edmonton Oilers, you would think he was one of the best in the business.
Andrew Brunette to be new Nashville Predators head coach with Barry Trotz soon set to take over as GM
The Nashville Predators are making a major change to to their coaching staff.Andrew Brunette will reportedly be Nashville's new head coach, replacing John Hynes after the latter has been behind the bench for four seasons.Brunette will be the first head coach during the general manager Barry Trotz era in Nashville.
Playoff Player Grades for Each of the Toronto Maple Leafs
The Toronto Maple Leafs looked great in the regular season and appeared to be poised to go on a long playoff run.Unfortunately, it was cut short when they ran into some hot goaltending.While the Toronto Maple Leafs broke their playoff drought, the players didn't achieve their ultimate goal of hoisting Lord Stanley's Mug.
The Toronto Maple Leafs Can Steal One of the Panthers' Goons
The Toronto Maple Leafs have been pestered all playoffs long by players with an agenda beyond just trying to win.From Corey Perry and Pat Maroon of the Tampa Bay Lightning to Sam Bennett of the Florida Panthers, there have been opponents trying to injure the Toronto Maple Leafs.One of the biggest villains in Toronto just took a run at Leafs center David Kampf.
Why Corey Perry makes sense for the New York Rangers - Blue Seat Blogs
The New York Rangers struggled with a lack of emotional and intense drive during the latter part of the regular season and playoffs.Despite finishing the regular season with over 100 points, the team's lack of killer instinct prevented them from going far in the playoffs.This is a locker room issue that will likely be addressed by Chris Drury in the offseason, and a name that makes sense for the Rangers is Corey Perry.
Is the 2022-23 Toronto Maple Leafs Season a Success Already?
The Toronto Maple Leafs won their first playoff round in 19 years, so is the 2022-23 season a success?When you break it down, this is the most successful Toronto Maple Leafs season in nearly two decades, but should fans/management be satisfied?For a team that hasn't won a Stanley Cup since 1967 are we greedy to suggest this season doesn't matter unless a championship is won?
Toronto Maple Leafs Michael Bunting Rounding Back Into Form
Toronto Maple Leafs forward Michael Bunting has faced harsh criticism in the last month or so.The 27-year-old faced backlash from fans and opposing players for taking unnecessary penalties, chirping refs and opponents when it is not required, and his dip in production for the Toronto Maple Leafs as the regular season ended (Bunting only had 2 goals and 2 assists in March).
Flyers assistant Brad Shaw reportedly a candidate for Capitals open head coaching position
It appears another former Capitals player may be in the running for the open head coaching job in Washington.After former captain Jeff Halpern reportedly entered the race, now current Philadelphia Flyers assistant Brad Shaw, who played four games with the Caps during the 1998-99 season, is rumored to be a candidate for the position.
Ilya Samsonov reveals he injured neck in Game Three, hopes to re-sign with Toronto Maple Leafs
Ilya Samsonov wasn't in net for the Toronto Maple Leafs when they were eliminated by the Florida Panthers in Game Five on Friday.He wasn't even playing backup, instead watching from above after an injury took him out of Game Three.At the Leafs' end-of-season media availability on Monday, Samsonov revealed he had suffered a neck injury on that play.
How a series of plays from Radko Gudas eliminated the Toronto Maple Leafs from the playoffs
The Florida Panthers finished off the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game Five of their second-round series on Friday night.The Panthers got an overtime-winning goal from forward Nick Cousins to send the Leafs packing in front of 20,000 very sad Torontonians.Cousins may have gotten the final glory as the scorer of the eliminating goal, but it was a series of plays from defenseman Radko Gudas that created the opportunity.
Alex Ovechkin names the five other players he would choose to play with on his 'symbolic all-time team'
Alex Ovechkin is back in Russia this offseason and did an extensive interview with Russian soccer-based YouTube channel, It's Football, Bro! on Thursday.Among questions like whether he would play another friendly match with FC Dynamo Moscow this summer, Ovi was asked to choose five other hockey players to play with on his "symbolic all-time team".
Gerard Gallant reportedly out as head coach of New York Rangers, could become candidate for Capitals' open position
The New York Rangers and head coach Gerard Gallant have agreed to part ways, according to the New York Post's Larry Brooks.Gallant had spent the last two seasons behind the bench with the Rangers after three years with the Vegas Golden Knights, where he led VGK to a Stanley Cup Final appearance in their inaugural season.
Capitals plan to interview Jeff Halpern for open head coach position: report
The Washington Capitals' coaching search will include one of its former captains.The Athletic's Pierre LeBrun is reporting that the Capitals plan to interview Jeff Halpern for their open head coaching job.Halpern, a Potomac, Maryland native, has been an assistant coach for the Tampa Bay Lightning under Jon Cooper since the 2018-19 season.
When two teams play hockey for 60 minutes, then go for 79 minutes and 47 seconds more of overtime, you immediately turn to the record books.But such is the nature of N.H.L. playoff hockey that the Florida Panthers' 3-2 win over the Carolina Hurricanes in Raleigh that ended early Friday morning was not the longest game ever.
Maple Leafs fans have high hopes as Toronto lives to see another playoff game | CBC News
Maple Leafs fans who gathered in downtown Toronto to watch the hockey team battle for NHL playoff survival were rewarded for their faith and loyalty on Wednesday night.Hundreds of fans in Maple Leaf Square outside the Leafs' home rink Scotiabank Arena were jubilant after the team held out a 2-1 win against the Florida Panthers to cut their second-round series deficit to 3-1 and stave off elimination.
Chicago Blackhawks win the NHL draft lottery - and the right to pick Connor Bedard at No. 1
Lightning struck twice.When the lottery balls settled Monday for the NHL draft's first draw, the Chicago Blackhawks were the big winners - securing the No. 1 pick for just the second time in franchise history.And those instances of lottery luck are equally momentous.In 2007, the Hawks won the lottery despite the fifth-best odds and spent the No. 1 pick on Patrick Kane, winner of three Stanley Cups in Chicago.
Parting ways with Gerard Gallant is a mistake for the New York Rangers
The New York Rangers and Gerard Gallant mutually agreed to part ways this past Saturday.After a first round exit at the hands of the New Jersey Devils in seven games, moving on from Gallant just seems like a bit of an overreaction at the hands of the Rangers.Parting ways with Gerard Gallant is a mistake for the New York Rangers.
In less than a few days, the San Jose Sharks will be finding out their draft position in the first round of the 2023 NHL Entry Draft.Fans around the world are waiting in anticipation to see what elite player the team will be adding to their prospect pool.However, while the draft is undoubtedly the talk of the town, the upcoming free-agent class is worth looking at, especially considering less than two months remain before the Sharks can offer contracts to the players.
Tampa Bay Lightning sign forward Michael Eyssimont to 2-year contract
The 26-year-old player was first acquired by Tampa Bay back in March from the San Jose Sharks.TAMPA, Fla. - The Tampa Bay Lightning have signed forward Michael Eyssimont to a two-year, one-way contract worth an average annual value of $800,000, the team announced in a news release Friday.The 26-year-old player was first acquired by Tampa Bay back in March from the San Jose Sharks in exchange for forward Vladislav Namestnikov.
NHL awards: Norris Trophy finalists named. Who's up for top defenseman?
The finalists for the NHL's regular-season awards are being announced, and the question surrounding the Hart Trophy is not who will win but whether Edmonton Oilers star Connor McDavid can sweep the first-place votes.McDavid finished with 153 points, the first player to top 150 since Mario Lemieux had 161 in 1995-96, and won the scoring race by 25 points.