Islanders defense has to play better in front of Ilya Sorokin as playoff push intensifies
The Islanders have not been knocked below the playoff cutline, but they head into Friday’s home match against the Flyers with minimal cushion.
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Maple Leafs Still Dealing with Shanahan’s Last Mistake
The Toronto Maple Leafs are still dealing with former President Brendan Shanahan's last mistake before leaving the organization. The post Maple Leafs Still Dealing with Shanahan’s Last Mistake appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Lightning’s Victor Hedman placed on LTIR after personal leave
The Tampa Bay Lightning have high hopes of a dominant run in the Stanley Cup Playoffs this seasons and bringing home another Stanley Cup title. They have demonstrated their high level of play this season when they went on a 19-1-1 streak earlier in the year, and there’s little doubt that the Lightning can play […] The post Lightning’s Victor Hedman placed on LTIR after personal leave appeared first on ClutchPoints.
TNT Sports ‘extremely interested’ in keeping NHL rights, CEO says
After the current NHL season comes to a close, TNT Sports will be under contract with the league for just two more years. But the hope, at least according to CEO Luis Silberwasser, is for the relationship to extend beyond that. In a recent interview with Puck sports correspondent John Ourand, Silberwasser divulged that TNT…
How much better is the Avalanche power play since adding Nazem Kadri?
The Colorado Avalanche have been dominating the competition in the NHL throughout the season. While they have not been able to keep up the pace they had earlier in the season when they had just two regulation losses through the first three months of the season, the Avalanche is on pace to win the Presidents […] The post How much better is the Avalanche power play since adding Nazem Kadri? appeared first on ClutchPoints.
William Nylander Says He's Committed To The Maple Leafs — Unless They Go Through A Rebuild
Toronto Maple Leafs face a potential rebuild after a disastrous season, as William Nylander questions his future and the franchise weighs major roster and leadership changes.
Hurricanes’ dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs
The Carolina Hurricanes are as consistent as a metronome — at least as far as the regular season is concerned. Head coach Rod Brind’Amour has a team that brings it on a regular basis from October through the early part of April. The Hurricanes play with speed, precision and just enough snarl to have their […] The post Hurricanes’ dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Tragic NHL star Johnny Gaudreau honored at son’s first birthday 18 months on from his death
FORMER NHL star Johnny Gaudreau was honored on his son’s first birthday 18 months after his tragic passing. Gaudreau’s widow Meredith celebrated their youngest child Carter’s first birthday on April…
Ottawa Senators Urged to Have a Sit-Down With Brady Tkachuk
Senators urged to meet Brady Tkachuk as ice time debate and family comments raise questions during playoff push.
Ex-Sens executive likens Mitch Marner's Toronto exit to Hockey Hall of Famer – Sportskeeda
Ex-Sens executive likens Mitch Marner's Toronto exit to Hockey Hall of Famer Sportskeeda
NHL wild card race watch: Sharks make late push, Kings back into a playoff spot – sportingnews.com
NHL wild card race watch: Sharks make late push, Kings back into a playoff spot sportingnews.com
Jaromir Jagr Says He's Likely Done With Pro Hockey — But He's Not Officially Retired
Jaromir Jagr stops short of retirement but signals his pro hockey career may be over, citing age and workload after 38 seasons and a legendary NHL résumé.
Senators HC Travis Green Diplomatically Addresses Brady Tkachuk Controversy
Brady Tkachuk's father raised hell with his comments on the Wingmen podcast, but Senators head coach Travis Green is looking to pacify the situation.
Sabres Face Chance to End 14-Year Drought on Thursday
A matchup against the Senators has the Sabres on the verge of breaking a historically bad streak.
Kings’ dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs
The Los Angeles Kings defeated the St. Louis Blues on Wednesday to pull into the second wild card spot in the Western Conference with eight games left to play. Now, they hope they can hold onto it, or perhaps, pull into the first wild card spot, or even move up in the division. The last […] The post Kings’ dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Devils shut down 31-point rookie with upper-body injury
It has been a difficult season for the New Jersey Devils this year, as they sit in seventh in the Metropolitan Division. The Devils have had some resilient wins as of late, but it may be too little too late for the team. Now, more bad news has come for the team, as their 31-point […] The post Devils shut down 31-point rookie with upper-body injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Leafs Insider Suggests There’s a 40% Chance Auston Matthews and William Nylander Jump Ship
Senior Toronto Maple Leafs reporter weighs in on the probability of Auston Matthews and William Nylander parting ways with the franchise.
Ducks’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs
The Anaheim Ducks have had a remarkable season, rising all the way to the top of the Pacific Division. However, just a couple of weeks ago in mid-March, the Ducks had a fairly notable lead over the Edmonton Oilers and the Vegas Golden Knights in the division. That is no longer the case. With seven […] The post Ducks’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Maple Leafs Star Reveals Future Plans With Team
The Toronto Maple Leafs are headed for a significant offseason this summer. After being perennial Stanley Cup contenders, Toronto has flatlined during the 2025-26 season. Due to poor play throughout the campaign, the club is set to miss the postseason for the first time in a decade. Because of this failure, team officials recently fired […] The post Maple Leafs Star Reveals Future Plans With Team appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Sinking Ottawa Senators Handed Major Lifeline With Latest Jake Sanderson Update
Jake Sanderson nears return, offering the Ottawa Senators a key boost as injuries thin their defense for the final stretch.
Insider Unconvinced by Prospect of Oilers Chasing Bruce Cassidy and Firing Kris Knoblauch
Edmonton Oilers unlikely to replace HC Kris Knoblauch with Bruce Cassidy, as insider downplay coaching change rumors.
William Nylander gets brutally honest on future with Maple Leafs
The Toronto Maple Leafs have had a disaster of a season. As they are expected to miss the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Maple Leafs have fired GM Brad Treliving, and there is uncertainty around the future of coach Craig Berube. Now, one of the stars of the team is talking about his future, as William […] The post William Nylander gets brutally honest on future with Maple Leafs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Senators Fans Already Asking The Brady Tkachuk Question No One Wants Answered
Senators fans question Brady Tkachuk’s future as playoff pressure builds and trade talk grows late in the season.