NHL News & Highlights (page 64 of 89)
The latest NHL news, game recaps and previews.
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Oshie's Ambiguous Prospects and Backstrom's Health Cast Shadow Over Capitals' Offseason Plans
Chronic back issues may push T.J. Oshie towards retirement post-Capitals' exit. Backstrom likely out for his last year. Ovechkin, 42 goals behind Gretzky, to return.
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Injuries to Namestnikov and Dillon Threaten Winnipeg Jets' Playoff Hopes Ahead of Crucial Game 5
Jets' Namestnikov, Dillon out with injuries in Game 5 against Avalanche. Perfetti debuts. Namestnikov has a broken cheekbone; Dillon, a cut hand. Jets down 3-1 in series.
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Toronto Maple Leafs Edge Boston Bruins 2-1 in Overtime
Matthew Knies scored 2:26 into overtime to give the Toronto Maple Leafs a 2-1 victory over the Boston Bruins in Game 5 at TD Garden.
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Bedard, Faber, and Hughes Compete for the Prestigious Calder Trophy
Bedard, Faber, & Hughes vie for Calder Trophy. Bedard topped rookie goals & points with Blackhawks, Faber shone on Wild's defense, Hughes led in Devils D time & points.
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Lightning Knocked Out in Game 5 Following Disputed Goalie Interference Decisions
Lightning's Jon Cooper criticizes goalie interference calls in Game 5 loss to Panthers, ending their Stanley Cup run. Says calls shifted momentum.
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Johnston Nets Third Goal in Two Games as Stars Level Series with 4-2 Victory Over Golden Knights
Wyatt Johnston's goals powered the Dallas Stars to a 4-2 victory over Vegas Golden Knights, tying the playoff series 2-2. Dadonov, Dellandrea, and Hintz also scored.
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Panthers End Lightning Era with Monumental Victory in Game 5
Barkov and Verhaeghe's 2 goals each and Bobrovsky's 31 saves led the Panthers to a historic 6-1 win over the Lightning, clinching the playoff series.
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Panthers Eliminate Lightning 6-1 in Game 5 to Win First-Round Series
Aleksander Barkov and Carter Verhaeghe recorded three points apiece as the Florida Panthers defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 6-1 in Game 5 to win the first-round series 4-1.
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Upcoming Game 5: Uncertainty Surrounds Matthews' Participation as the Leafs Struggle to Stay Alive in NHL Playoffs
Auston Matthews may miss Game 5 vs. Bruins due to illness. Leafs seek better power play and goaltending to avoid playoff exit.
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Seattle Kraken Dismiss Head Coach Dave Hakstol Following Three Seasons
Seattle Kraken dismissed head coach Dave Hakstol and assistant Paul McFarland after a 2022-23 season review, says Ron Francis.
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Namestnikov of Winnipeg Jets Faces Uncertain Game 5 After Sustaining Cheekbone Fracture
Namestnikov gets fractured cheekbone in Winnipeg; Josi, Myers also hit by pucks in face during series.
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Finalists for Vezina Trophy Revealed: Bobrovsky, Demko, and Hellebuyck Compete for Top Goaltender Honor
NHL Vezina finalists: Bobrovsky, Demko, Hellebuyck. Bobrovsky eyes third win; led Panthers to division title. Hellebuyck's Jets topped league with 52 wins; Demko powered Canucks.
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Panthers Welcome Lightning for Game 5 of NHL Playoffs: Florida Close to Moving Forward
Panthers lead Lightning 3-1 in playoffs. Florida could win at home in Game 5, Mon, 7pm ET on ESPN/ESPN+/Hulu.
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Canucks Secure 4-3 Victory Over Predators, Taking a 3-1 Series Lead in NHL Playoffs Opening Round
Canucks lead 3-1 vs. Predators in NHL Playoffs Round 1, Game 5. Favorites with Boeser & Hughes shining. Josi & Forsberg key for Nashville.
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Avalanche on the Brink of Series Victory as Game 5 Approaches in Winnipeg
Avalanche (3-1) vs. Jets in NHL Playoffs Rd1 G5. Winnipeg 21-8-1, Colorado 19-9-2. MacKinnon: 51G, 89A for Avs; Morrissey: 10G, 59A for Jets.
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Game 5 of NHL Playoffs: Bruins Lead Series 3-1, Welcome Maple Leafs
Bruins, leading 3-1, face Maple Leafs in Game 5. Boston (-161) favored over Toronto (+136). Stars are Pastrnak (47G, 63A) and Matthews (69G, 38A).
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NHL Playoffs Update: Golden Knights Ahead of Stars with 2-1 Series Lead, Game 4 Scheduled for Tonight in Vegas
Golden Knights (45-29-8) host Stars (52-21-9) in Game 4. Series 2-1 Vegas. Stars won last 3-2 OT, Johnston 2 goals. Robertson leads Stars; Marchessault tops Vegas.
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Game 5 of NHL Playoffs: New York Islanders vs. Carolina Hurricanes in Crucial Matchup
Carolina Hurricanes (3-1) face New York Islanders (39-27-16) in Game 5. Carolina at -250, Islanders at +204. Over/Under: 5.5.
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Skinner Leads Oilers to Victory Over Kings, Oilers on the Brink of Playoff Advancement
Stuart Skinner leads Oilers to 3-1 series lead with a 33-save shutout in Game 4 win over Kings.
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Alex Ovechkin Holds Himself Accountable for Capitals' Elimination and Power Play Decline in Series Against Rangers
Capitals' Ovechkin blames himself for first career scoreless playoff as NY Rangers sweep them. Despite a stellar season, he faltered against tough Rangers' defense.
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Canucks Achieve NHL Milestone as Silovs Secures Playoff Debut Victory: Demko Sidelined, Series Approaches Conclusion
Arturs Silovs made 27 saves in his NHL debut, securing a 4-3 OT win for the Canucks against Nashville. Vancouver is now one win from advancing, marking a historic third goalie win.
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Panarin, Shesterkin, and Trocheck Guide Rangers to Sweep Capitals in Game 4, Moving on to the Second Round
In Game 4, the Rangers beat the Capitals 4-2, advancing with Panarin's power play goal and Roslovic's empty-netter. Shesterkin saved 23, boosting their win.
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Rangers Move to Second Playoff Round Following Panarin's Decisive Goal
Rangers beat Capitals 4-2 in Game 4, moving to NHL playoffs round 2. Panarin scored the key goal; Shesterkin saved 23; Trocheck starred.
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Colorado Avalanche Push Winnipeg Jets to Verge of Playoff Exit with 5-1 Victory
Jets lose 5-1 to Avalanche, now trail series 3-1. Hellebuyck's 19 goals allowed in 4 games spotlight defensive woes. Must win Game 5 to avoid early exit again.
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Vancouver Canucks Edge Nashville Predators 4-3 in Overtime of Game 4
Brock Boeser completed a hat trick late in regulation before Elias Lindholm scored in overtime to lift the Vancouver Canucks to a 4-3 victory over the Nashville Predators.
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Valeri Nichushkin Leads Avalanche to Victory Over Jets with Hat Trick in Game 4 Rout
Nichushkin's hat trick leads Avalanche to 5-1 victory in Game 4 vs Jets. Georgiev shines with 26 saves. Avs lead series 3-1, close to round two.
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Winnipeg Jets' Brenden Dillon to Miss Game 4 Due to Hand Cut
Winnipeg Jets' Brenden Dillon out for Game 4 vs. Avalanche with a skate blade cut hand. Logan Stanley will replace him.
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Nikolai Kovalenko Creates History with NHL Debut in Avalanche's Game 4
Nikolai Kovalenko, ex-NHLer Andrei's son, debuted in the NHL with Avalanche in Game 4 vs. Jets. Drafted in the 6th round in 2018, the 24-year-old forward previously played in the KHL.
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Auston Matthews Confronts Sickness as Leafs Are on the Brink of Elimination Heading Into Game 5
Illness puts Leafs' Matthews in doubt for Game 5 vs Bruins. Despite bench spat, Coach Keefe sees players' passion as Toronto seeks key win.
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David Rittich Named Starting Goalie for Kings in Game 4 Against Oilers
LA Kings goalie David Rittich will start Game 4 vs. the Oilers, replacing Cam Talbot after 13 goals in 2 losses.