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John Hynes delivers encouraging message to Wild rookie after back-breaking Game 3 penalty

The Minnesota Wild had plenty of things to blame their Game 3 loss against the Dallas Stars on, with their dreadful 1-for-7 powerplay performance being one of them. However, one player who took the loss especially hard for the Wild was Danila Yurov, thanks to an ill-timed puck over the glass delay of game penalty […] The post John Hynes delivers encouraging message to Wild rookie after back-breaking Game 3 penalty appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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This wild Stars defensive stat shows why they won 2OT Game 3 thriller

The Dallas Stars took a 2-1 series lead in their first-round Stanley Cup Playoffs matchup with the Minnesota Wild. The Stars took Game 3 in double overtime, as Wyatt Johnston scored the game-winner. Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger was great in the game, stopping 29 of 32 shots. Still, one defensive stat shows why Oettinger was […] The post This wild Stars defensive stat shows why they won 2OT Game 3 thriller appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jason Robertson gives Stars’ penalty kill its flowers after key Game 3 win

The Dallas Stars’ powerplay came through in double overtime on Wednesday night, giving them a 4-3 win and a 2-1 lead in their first-round series against the Minnesota Wild — but it was the penalty kill that gave them the opportunity. The Stars killed off two penalties in the first overtime period, one to Sam […] The post Jason Robertson gives Stars’ penalty kill its flowers after key Game 3 win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Wyatt Johnston’s immediate reaction to playing Stars’ OT hero in Game 3

The Dallas Stars beat the Minnesota Wild 4-3 in double overtime, taking a 2-1 lead in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. After taking a 2-1 lead, they were down 3-2 heading into the third period. Matt Duchene tied the game in the third, and Wyatt Johnston won the game for the Stars over 40 minutes later. […] The post Wyatt Johnston’s immediate reaction to playing Stars’ OT hero in Game 3 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Stars’ Jake Oettinger defends himself after Game 1 brings back benching questions

The Dallas Stars got blitzed by the Minnesota Wild on Saturday, 6-1. It was a rough way for the Stars to open their Stanley Cup Playoff run. Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger is defending himself from critics, who were frustrated with his Game 1 performance. “I think the last goal was bad, but I think I […] The post Stars’ Jake Oettinger defends himself after Game 1 brings back benching questions appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Miro Heiskanen says quiet part out loud about Stars’ insane losing streak in Game 1s

The Dallas Stars are quite used to losing the first games of their respective playoffs series. That trend continued on Saturday. Dallas dropped the first game of their series with the Minnesota Wild, by a 6-1 score. It was yet another disappointing effort from the Stars to open the Stanley Cup Playoffs. “Losing this Game […] The post Miro Heiskanen says quiet part out loud about Stars’ insane losing streak in Game 1s appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Canucks’ Jim Rutherford Reveals The Truth About Quinn Hughes Trade

In what was likely the most difficult trade in the last several decades for the Vancouver Canucks, they dealt team captain and former Norris Trophy-winning defenseman Quinn Hughes to the Minnesota Wild in the middle of December.In return, the Canucks received forwards Marco Rossi and Liam Ohgren, defencemen Zeev Buium, and Minnesota’s 2026 first-round pick.At […] The post Canucks’ Jim Rutherford Reveals The Truth About Quinn Hughes Trade appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Wild confirms starting goaltender for Game 1 vs. Stars

The Minnesota Wild (46-24-12) will open their 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs first-round series on Saturday against the Dallas Stars (50-20-12). Heading into the series, the main uncertainty for the Wild was their choice in goal. That has been clarified by head coach John Hynes, who confirmed on Friday that Jesper Wallstedt will start Game 1. […] The post Wild confirms starting goaltender for Game 1 vs. Stars appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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ClutchPoints’ NHL Playoff Power Rankings: Who will be new Stanley Cup champion in 2026?

After 1,312 games, the 2025-26 NHL regular season has finally reached its conclusion. And served its primary purpose: cutting the 32-team field down to 16. After nearly seven months of hockey, it’s time for the greatest postseason in all of sports to begin. And what better way to kick off the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs than […] The post ClutchPoints’ NHL Playoff Power Rankings: Who will be new Stanley Cup champion in 2026? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Full 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs Schedule, Updated Bracket and Results

Follow the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs with an updated schedule, bracket and scores from the NHL postseason.

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NHL Makes Announcement Before 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs

The NHL unveiled what's next after the regular season ended and with the Stanley Cup Playoffs starting on Saturday.

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Poll: Who Will Win the Stanley Cup?

[Editor’s note: Welcome to Athlon Sports’ poll of the day, where we ask readers to weigh in on the biggest topic of the day. Thanks for voting, and be sure to sound off in the comment section.] The NHL playoffs begin Saturday. The race for the Stanley Cup begins with three Game 1s: Ottawa Senators ...

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8 Weird Stories That Prove Hockey Goalies Are A Different Breed

Professional athletes are known for having plenty of superstitions and perks, and that’s certainly the case when it comes to the NHL. However, if you’re familiar with the reputation goalies have, you know they tend to go above and beyond when it comes to strange behavior and tendencies. These stories show why hockey goalies are […] The post 8 Weird Stories That Prove Hockey Goalies Are A Different Breed appeared first on BroBible.

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3 Stars-Wild bold predictions for 2026 Stanley Cup Playoff

One of the biggest match-ups in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs features two teams from the Central Division as the Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild prepare to face off. Not only are the two teams playoff-bound, but the Stars and Wild are two of the best in the NHL. The Stars will […] The post 3 Stars-Wild bold predictions for 2026 Stanley Cup Playoff appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Power Ranking The Most Likely Stanley Cup Winners Of The 2026 Playoffs

The 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs are imminent. All 16 teams punched their ticket to the postseason, the matchups are set, and now hockey fans get to sit back, (not) relax, and enjoy the most intense postseason across all the major sports. During the final slate of regular season play, and with the 16 Playoffs teams […] The post Power Ranking The Most Likely Stanley Cup Winners Of The 2026 Playoffs appeared first on BroBible.

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ClutchPoints’ NHL Power Rankings, Week 25: Avalanche lead the pack as postseason looms

Hockey fans, the time has finally come. The last edition of ClutchPoints’ NHL Power Rankings before the best postseason in all of sports. This time next week, the Stanley Cup Playoffs will be underway to determine the champion of the league’s 109th campaign. Over six months since the Florida Panthers and Chicago Blackhawks kicked off […] The post ClutchPoints’ NHL Power Rankings, Week 25: Avalanche lead the pack as postseason looms appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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