Are The Leafs Using Sundin As A Diversion?
The Toronto Maple Leafs lost one option in their search for a new general manager, with the New Jersey Devils
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Canucks Fire Allvin After Finishing Last
The Patrik Allvin era in Vancouver is over. Jim Rutherford announced this morning, ahead of the Canucks ‘ end-of-year media
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Sabres: Postseason Return is a Reality
At long last, the Buffalo Sabres are returning to the National Hockey League’s Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time in 15 years.
Russ Cohen
2026 NHL Draft: Who is the Top Defenseman Prospect?
When the term “best player available” is used during an NHL Draft it’s not an unbiased term. Last year was the rare exception in which most everyone agreed.
Bill Meltzer, Philadelphia Flyers
Flyers vs. Penguins: ECQF Game 1 Preview
Rick Tocchet’s Philadelphia Flyers posted 98 points (43-27-12 record) in the 2025-26 regular season. They finished third in the Metropolitan Division.
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Senators Taking A Business-Like Approach
It’s all business for the Ottawa Senators as they prepare for Game 1 of their Eastern Conference Quarter Final versus
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NHL’s Playoff Format Remains Broken
The daily lead story on HockeyHotStove is powered by Benevolent Bakery, by SoShel beverages and by Smokiez vegan fruit choice, dedicated to quality and consumer
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Breaking Down Ovechkin’s Future
With his 2025-26 season behind him and the Washington Capitals breaking up for the summer, the big question now will
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Oilers and Ducks in the First Round
The Edmonton Oilers are one step closer to the NHL Stanley Cup. If they can make it to the Stanley Cup final, maybe
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Mammoth Begin the Playoffs in Vegas
The Utah Mammoth have clinched a berth in the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time in franchise history. After