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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Buffalo Sabres, Dave Reichert
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.
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
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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
Anthony Mingioni, Bill Meltzer, Main Story, Philadelphia Flyers
The Battle of Pennsylvania ECQF Preview
The Battle of Pennsylvania rages anew. For the first time in eight years, the Philadelphia Flyers will take on the arch-rival Pittsburgh Penguins in the playoffs.
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Leafs Exit Interviews Raise Questions
The Toronto Maple Leafs did one thing right this season, and it may pan out in the form of a