Oilers Expected to Focus on Offseason Trades After Early Playoff Exit
The Edmonton Oilers are expected to prioritize offseason trades after a disappointing NHL playoff exit.
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"Oliver Kapanen is a liability": Habs fans pile on 22 y.o. center for defensive mishaps leading to Game 2 OT loss – Sportskeeda
"Oliver Kapanen is a liability": Habs fans pile on 22 y.o. center for defensive mishaps leading to Game 2 OT loss Sportskeeda
Hurricanes’ Nikolaj Ehlers ‘still shaking’ post-game after epic OT game winner
Playing in his first season in Raleigh, Nikolaj Ehlers is doing his part to try and make what would be his first appearance in the Stanley Cup Final a reality. Ehlers scored twice, including the overtime game-winner, helping the Carolina Hurricanes defeat the Montreal Canadiens by a 3-2 final score on Saturday evening at Lenovo […] The post Hurricanes’ Nikolaj Ehlers ‘still shaking’ post-game after epic OT game winner appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Nikolaj Ehlers plays hero as Hurricanes beat Canadiens in OT to even Eastern Conference finals
Nikolaj Ehlers scored on Jakub Dobes in OT to lift the Hurricanes past the Canadiens 3-2 to level the Eastern Conference Final at one game apiece.
Nikolaj Ehlers wins Game 2 vs. Canadiens for Hurricanes
The Carolina Hurricanes responded to their disappointing Game 1 loss in the Eastern Conference Final with a dramatic victory, making sure they would not travel to Montreal facing a daunting two-game series deficit. Hurricanes forward Nikolaj Ehlers scored a pair of goals on Saturday night, including the dramatic overtime winner early in the extra frame, […] The post Nikolaj Ehlers wins Game 2 vs. Canadiens for Hurricanes appeared first on ClutchPoints.
2 Avalanche most to blame for Game 2 loss to Golden Knights
The Colorado Avalanche are in a very uncomfortable position. After winning the Presidents Trophy — a dangerous playoff indicator — and winning the first two rounds of the playoffs, the Avs have lost the first two games of the Western Conference Final at home to the opportunistic Vegas Golden Knights. The Avs are in quite […] The post 2 Avalanche most to blame for Game 2 loss to Golden Knights appeared first on ClutchPoints.
NHL Rumors: Insider links Oilers to $23.75M Sabres goalie – Sportskeeda
NHL Rumors: Insider links Oilers to $23.75M Sabres goalie Sportskeeda
Canadiens Trade Rumors: Montembeault Could Be on the Move
The most recent batch of Montreal Canadiens trade rumors involving goaltender Samuel Montembeault this offseason. The post Canadiens Trade Rumors: Montembeault Could Be on the Move appeared first on HEAVY.
Avalanche HC Jared Bednar makes candid admission on Cale Makar's return timeline – Sportskeeda
Avalanche HC Jared Bednar makes candid admission on Cale Makar's return timeline Sportskeeda
NHL insider floats intriguing David Carle-Avalanche scenario – "There will be a change” – Sportskeeda
NHL insider floats intriguing David Carle-Avalanche scenario - "There will be a change” Sportskeeda
Did Avalanche coach Jared Bednar subtly call out Cale Makar after Game 2 loss?
The Colorado Avalanche entered the Western Conference Final with a ton of confidence and only a single defeat in the postseason — but after back-to-back home losses to the Vegas Golden Knights, things are dire in the Mile High City. The Avs are nearing must-win territory, facing an 0-2 hole with an absolutely critical Game […] The post Did Avalanche coach Jared Bednar subtly call out Cale Makar after Game 2 loss? appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Senators rumors: 3 options to backup Linus Ullmark next season, per insider
The Ottawa Senators are seeking stability behind Linus Ullmark heading into the 2026-27 campaign, and it’s expected the organization will explore multiple options between the pipes this summer. Ullmark has three seasons remaining on his current contract, but he missed 14 games and 35 days after taking a leave of absence to focus on his […] The post Senators rumors: 3 options to backup Linus Ullmark next season, per insider appeared first on ClutchPoints.
NHL rumors: The Metropolitan Division team looking to trade up in draft
The 2026 NHL offseason is being touted as the summer of trades, and the Columbus Blue Jackets could end up being one of the more aggressive teams ahead of the NHL Draft. Blue Jackets general manager Don Waddell, who currently owns the No. 14 overall selection, could look to trade up, as Daily Faceoff’s Steven […] The post NHL rumors: The Metropolitan Division team looking to trade up in draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Wild rumors: Minnesota ‘badly wants to re-sign’ this veteran forward
Michael McCarron just enjoyed one of the best seasons of his NHL career, scoring 17 points split between the Nashville Predators and Minnesota Wild before adding four points in 11 Stanley Cup Playoff contests. Although the campaign ended in disappointment in the State of Hockey — the Wild lost to the Colorado Avalanche in five […] The post Wild rumors: Minnesota ‘badly wants to re-sign’ this veteran forward appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Oilers rumors: Edmonton could sign 2-time KHL champion this summer
The Edmonton Oilers could look to add another young forward to their organization this offseason following Maxim Berezkin’s second straight Gagarin Cup championship with Lokomotiv Yaroslavl in the KHL. The 24-year-old winger has become a growing topic of discussion after completing another lengthy season in Russia, where he continued to make a name for himself […] The post Oilers rumors: Edmonton could sign 2-time KHL champion this summer appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Ex-Canucks GM Mike Gillis Reveals Why Maple Leafs Job Failed to Pan Out
Mike Gillis explains why Maple Leafs talks collapsed and revealed the front-office vision Toronto ultimately rejected.
Hurricanes’ Rod Brind’Amour throws support behind Frederik Andersen ahead of Game 2
Frederik Andersen has been the best goaltender in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs, but he had his worst outing of the postseason by far in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final against the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday night. The Danish netminder allowed five goals on just 21 shots, en route to a 6-2 loss […] The post Hurricanes’ Rod Brind’Amour throws support behind Frederik Andersen ahead of Game 2 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Avalanche Coach Addresses Cale Makar's Injury Status After Game 2 Loss
Cale Makar has missed the first two games of the Western Conference Finals, and now Jared Bednar has addressed his status.
Montreal Canadiens vs. Carolina Hurricanes Game 2: Preview, prediction and odds | 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs – Sportskeeda
Montreal Canadiens vs. Carolina Hurricanes Game 2: Preview, prediction and odds | 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs Sportskeeda
‘Villains Of This League Are a Wagon’ — Ex-NHLer Counts Colorado Avalanche Out After Game 2 Loss Vs. Golden Knights
Avalanche down 0-2 vs Golden Knights as ex-NHLer Ryan Whitney delivers a blunt take on Colorado’s comeback chances in WCF.
Canadiens’ Martin St. Louis reveals secret behind road success in postseason
The Montreal Canadiens became the first team to defeat the Carolina Hurricanes during this year’s Stanley Cup Playoffs. Montreal defeated Carolina in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final, on Thursday. Canadiens head coach Martin St. Louis is opening up about the team’s success, especially on the road. “I don’t think it’s one thing,” St. […] The post Canadiens’ Martin St. Louis reveals secret behind road success in postseason appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Sharks rumors: The veteran defenseman ‘likely’ testing free agency
The San Jose Sharks are looking to build around young star Macklin Celebrini, in the years ahead. This offseason, the Sharks may be losing one of their key players. Defenseman Mario Ferraro is expected to test free agency, per a SportsNet report. Ferraro and the Sharks had been involved in talks, to possibly extend his […] The post Sharks rumors: The veteran defenseman ‘likely’ testing free agency appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Oilers Insider Serves Harsh Reality Check Over Edmonton’s Rumored Pursuit of $70 Million Vegas Forward
Jim Matheson reveals why the Vegas Golden Knights are still expected to match any Edmonton Oilers offer sheet for their big scorer.
This incredible stat adds insult to injury for Avalanche after Game 2 loss
The Colorado Avalanche blew a third-period lead to the Vegas Golden Knights on Friday. Vegas won Game 2 of the Western Conference Final, by a 3-1 score. An astonishing statistic tells the whole story for Colorado. “It was their first loss in 46 games this season that they took a lead into the third period,” […] The post This incredible stat adds insult to injury for Avalanche after Game 2 loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.