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Brady Tkachuk reveals James Reimer’s heartfelt speech that lit a fire under Senators
The Ottawa Senators were one of the National Hockey League’s best teams down the stretch, winning six of their final eight games to book a spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs for a second straight year. But on April 2, ahead of a game against the eventual Atlantic Division-champion Buffalo Sabres, the Sens had lost […] The post Brady Tkachuk reveals James Reimer’s heartfelt speech that lit a fire under Senators appeared first on ClutchPoints.
NHL Execs Back Western Conference Favorites To Win Stanley Cup – ‘They’re Just Loaded’
NHL executives back Western Conference favorites for Stanley Cup, citing elite depth, strong defense, and star power entering playoffs.
Capitals rumors: The 2 reasons Alex Ovechkin is considering not retiring
No one knows if Alex Ovechkin has already played his last game in the National Hockey League — but we can speculate. And Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman did just that in his latest 32 Thoughts column. The Great Eight said after the Washington Capitals’ final tilt of the 2025-26 season that he was “pretty sure it’s […] The post Capitals rumors: The 2 reasons Alex Ovechkin is considering not retiring appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Lightning coach Jon Cooper provides cryptic Victor Hedman update ahead of Round 1 vs. Canadiens
The Tampa Bay Lightning are preparing for a difficult Round 1 series against the Montreal Canadiens, which begins in the Sunshine State on Sunday evening. Things will get even more challenging without captain Victor Hedman, who, according to head coach Jon Cooper, is not an option for the team as of now. “Jon Cooper with […] The post Lightning coach Jon Cooper provides cryptic Victor Hedman update ahead of Round 1 vs. Canadiens appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Oilers Share Encouraging Update on Leon Draisaitl's Playoff Return Timeline
Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch confirms Leon Draisaitl should return during the first-round playoff series against the Ducks after a lower-body injury.
Lightning Announce Victor Hedman Injury Update Before NHL Playoffs
Victor Hedman injury update emerges before Lightning's playoff opener.
Bruins' 22-year old rising star leaving contract to test free agency – sportingnews.com
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Connor Hellebuyck drops bombshell on potential future with Jets
The Winnipeg Jets followed up their first ever President’s Trophy-winning season last year by missing the playoffs altogether in 2025-26 — and superstar goaltender Connor Hellebuyck is not at all happy about it. The men’s hockey Olympic gold medalist met with reporters on Friday and did not hold back on the current state of affairs […] The post Connor Hellebuyck drops bombshell on potential future with Jets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Rangers Star Vincent Trocheck Opens Up About His Life Threatening Injury Situation – “I Thought I Was Dying”
Vincent Trocheck, the New York Rangers' center, discusses the life-threatening injury he suffered at the start of the 2025-26 season.
Mats Sundin Career: Stats, Milestones and Records Set by Ex-Canucks Star Interviewing for Maple Leafs Advisory Role
Mats Sundin is one of the most recognizable names on the Toronto Maple Leafs, and here's a look at all he's accomplished over his career.
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Penguins’ fatal flaw that will doom them in 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs
The Pittsburgh Penguins have had perhaps the most surprising season of any of the Eastern Conference playoff teams. It’s one thing to return to form after one bad season like the Boston Bruins, but it’s quite another to get back into form after three straight non-playoff seasons. It is not a new era for the […] The post Penguins’ fatal flaw that will doom them in 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Ottawa Senators Playoff Hype Video Is A Crime Against Hockey Humanity
The Ottawa Senators are back in the playoffs for the first time in almost a decade, but that joy might be short lived thanks to a brutal fan video making the rounds on social media.
Flames’ Jonathan Huberdeau provides positive injury update following hip surgery
The Calgary Flames endured another tough 2025-26 campaign as the rebuild continues, and things only got more difficult after top forward Jonathan Huberdeau suffered a season-ending in March. On the bright side, the veteran forward expects to be fully healthy for training camp this fall after undergoing hip surgery, as he told reporters on Friday. […] The post Flames’ Jonathan Huberdeau provides positive injury update following hip surgery appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Senators vs. Hurricanes Game 1 predictions: NHL odds, best bets, picks for Stanley Cup Playoffs
The Ottawa Senators are not your typical No. 8 seed.
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Penguins’ Dan Muse speaks out on goalie decision for Game 1 vs. Flyers
The Pittsburgh Penguins are skating back into the Stanley Cup Playoffs after a lengthy absence. Pittsburgh is starting up a series on Saturday against their in-state rival, the Philadelphia Flyers. The Penguins didn’t announce a starting goalie for the game, per NHL.com. Penguins head coach Dan Muse is explaining that decision. “I think there’s a […] The post Penguins’ Dan Muse speaks out on goalie decision for Game 1 vs. Flyers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Canadiens Insider Delivers Update on Nick Suzuki after Montreal Captain Missed Practice Ahead of Playoffs
Canadiens insider delivers a definitive update on Nick Suzuki after the Montreal captain missed practice ahead of the NHL playoffs.
Quinn Hughes Exit Brings Focus to U.S. Players’ Future With Canadian Teams
Vancouver Canucks president Jim Rutherford admits Quinn Hughes wanted a US return, sparking fears of a mass exodus from Canada.
"Canadian teams need to stop drafting American players" – Connor Hellebuyck's candid comments about his future with Jets stirs online frenzy – Sportskeeda
"Canadian teams need to stop drafting American players" - Connor Hellebuyck's candid comments about his future with Jets stirs online frenzy Sportskeeda
NHL Insider Delivers Brutal Assessment of Canucks’ Leadership Crisis After Patrik Allvin Firing
NHL insider Frank Seravalli delivers a brutal assessment of the Vancouver Canucks' leadership crisis following a massive firing.
Hurricanes’ Jaccob Slavin gets real on past ‘mistakes’ ahead of Round 1 vs. Senators
The Carolina Hurricanes are fresh off of winning their first regular season Eastern Conference title in franchise history, and have their sights firmly set on making another deep run in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. But that’ll be easier said than done; the Canes haven’t advanced to the Stanley Cup Final in two full decades, […] The post Hurricanes’ Jaccob Slavin gets real on past ‘mistakes’ ahead of Round 1 vs. Senators appeared first on ClutchPoints.