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Oilers vs. Ducks Game 1, Series prediction: NHL odds, picks, best bet for Stanley Cup Playoffs
The Edmonton Oilers may have landed in the perfect spot in the Western Conference playoff picture.
Sabres’ 3rd period comeback never before done in Stanley Cup Playoffs
The Buffalo Sabres ended a 15-year playoff drought by rallying with four straight goals in the third period to take down the Boston Bruins 4-3 in Game 1 at KeyBank Center. It was the Sabres’ first playoff win since April 22, 2011, and their first postseason appearance since April 26, 2011. Buffalo became the first […] The post Sabres’ 3rd period comeback never before done in Stanley Cup Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Avalanche’s Scott Wedgewood joins exclusive club after Game 1 gem vs. Kings
Starting Game 1 of the Western Conference First Round on Sunday, Scott Wedgewood backstopped the Colorado Avalanche with 24 saves on 25 shots in a 2-1 win over the Los Angeles Kings at Ball Arena. Wedgewood (33 years, 248 days) became the third-oldest goalie in NHL history to win his first career playoff start, joining […] The post Avalanche’s Scott Wedgewood joins exclusive club after Game 1 gem vs. Kings appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Bruins’ Marco Strum admits ‘frustrating point’ in collapse vs. Sabres
The Boston Bruins played Game 1 against the Buffalo Sabres on Sunday night. And they held a 2-0 lead in the third period. Boston had all the momentum in the contest. Unfortunately for them, it came crashing down thanks to Tage Thompson and Mattias Samuelsson. Thompson scored two goals in the third period to tie […] The post Bruins’ Marco Strum admits ‘frustrating point’ in collapse vs. Sabres appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Sabres’ Mattias Samuelsson outlines ‘coolest moment’ after scoring game-winning playoff goal
The Buffalo Sabres hosted their first playoff game in 14 years on Sunday. They took on the Boston Bruins, and it felt as if the first game would go the visitors’ way. However, Tage Thompson led a massive comeback to tie the game. And Mattias Samuelsson gave the home fans exactly what they were hoping […] The post Sabres’ Mattias Samuelsson outlines ‘coolest moment’ after scoring game-winning playoff goal appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Logan Cooley wires 1st playoff goal in Mammoth history past Carter Hart
The Utah Mammoth are playing in their first-ever playoff series. They drew a tough matchup against the Vegas Golden Knights. So far, though, they are standing up to the Pacific Division champions. And it was Logan Cooley who got the party started. Cooley and Lawson Crouse worked a bit of a give-and-go situation in the […] The post Logan Cooley wires 1st playoff goal in Mammoth history past Carter Hart appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Sabres’ Tage Thompson gives credit to fans in incredible comeback win
The Buffalo Sabres made their first playoff appearance since 2011 on Sunday, and they made sure it would be one fans would never forget for a long time. The Sabres appeared to be circling down the drain in Game 1 of their series at KeyBank Center in Buffalo against the Boston Bruins, when the visiting […] The post Sabres’ Tage Thompson gives credit to fans in incredible comeback win appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Canadiens’ Juraj Slafkovsky stuns Lightning with feat not seen before in Habs history
The Montreal Canadiens drew first blood in their NHL Stanley Cup Playoff series against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Habs got the job done in Game 1 Sunday night, as they took down Tampa Bay to the tune of a 4-3 score via overtime at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa. The Canadiens leaned on a […] The post Canadiens’ Juraj Slafkovsky stuns Lightning with feat not seen before in Habs history appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Tage Thompson heroics spark bonkers Sabres comeback vs. Bruins in Game 1
The Buffalo Sabers snapped the longest playoff drought in North American sports this season. Buffalo won the Atlantic Division, drawing the Boston Bruins in the first round. After Boston raced out to 2-0 lead, though, Tage Thompson gave Sabres fans something to cheer for. Thompson scored two goals for Buffalo as the team completed a […] The post Tage Thompson heroics spark bonkers Sabres comeback vs. Bruins in Game 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Canadiens’ Juraj Slafkovsky completes hat trick in OT to seal Game 1 Lightning win
The Montreal Canadiens withstood a blitz from the Tampa Bay Lightning in the second period of Game 1 to force overtime. In the end, their resilience paid off. The Canadiens have won Game 1, and they can thank winger Juraj Slafkovsky for his big-time performance. Slafkovsky scored two goals in regulation to help force overtime. […] The post Canadiens’ Juraj Slafkovsky completes hat trick in OT to seal Game 1 Lightning win appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Avalanche’s Gabriel Landeskog drops truth bomb after Game 1 win vs. Kings
The Colorado Avalanche had the best regular-season record of any team in the National Hockey League, but now that the playoffs have gotten underway, that’s ancient history. The Avs have designs on running through the Western Conference playoffs and getting a chance to play for the Stanley Cup in a couple of months when they […] The post Avalanche’s Gabriel Landeskog drops truth bomb after Game 1 win vs. Kings appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Lightning’s Nikita Kucherov moves up all-time playoff leaderboard in Game 1
The Tampa Bay Lightning are taking on the Montreal Canadiens in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Tampa and Montreal officially began their matchup on Sunday evening in Tampa. It’s been a back-and-forth game, but it’s also a notable one for Lightning superstar Nikita Kucherov. The Lightning enjoyed a second-period blitz where they […] The post Lightning’s Nikita Kucherov moves up all-time playoff leaderboard in Game 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Lightning stun Canadiens with two-goal blitz in Game 1
The Tampa Bay Lightning and Montreal Canadiens are locked in a tight Game 1 matchup to start the Stanley Cup Playoffs. It was the Habs who struck first on the road, taking a 1-0 lead into the first intermission. But the veteran Bolts did not let that last for long. The Lightning potted two goals […] The post Lightning stun Canadiens with two-goal blitz in Game 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Mammoth’s fatal flaw that will doom them in 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs
For the first time since 2020, when they were known as the Arizona Coyotes, the Utah Mammoth are heading to the Stanley Cup Playoffs. It marks the first time that Stanley Cup Playoff hockey will be played in Salt Lake City at the Delta Center, a venue known over the years for hosting several thrilling […] The post Mammoth’s fatal flaw that will doom them in 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Kings coach demands ‘meaner’ Game 2 performance after loss to Avalanche
The Los Angeles Kings did just enough at the end of the regular season to garner the No. 8 spot in the NHL’s Western Conference playoff structure. That has put them in the uncomfortable position of having to battle the top-seeded Colorado Avalanche in their opening round playoff series. The first game of the series […] The post Kings coach demands ‘meaner’ Game 2 performance after loss to Avalanche appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Lightning’s Charle-Edouard D’Astous leaves Canadiens Game 1 after taking scary hit
The 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs have officially begun. And the Tampa Bay Lightning are looking to re-establish themselves as one of the premier teams in the NHL. Unfortunately, their Game 1 against the Montreal Canadiens took a major turn after defenseman Charle-Eduoard D’Astous left the game. D’Astous was skating behind his goal, chasing a loose […] The post Lightning’s Charle-Edouard D’Astous leaves Canadiens Game 1 after taking scary hit appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Former Alex Ovechkin Teammate Gives Major Clue On His Future
Now that the 2025-26 NHL regular season has come to a close for the Washington Capitals without a berth in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, all speculation is now understandably turning toward the future of captain and soon-to-be first ballot Hall of Fame forward Alex Ovechkin, who is eligible for unrestricted free agency starting on July […] The post Former Alex Ovechkin Teammate Gives Major Clue On His Future appeared first on Heavy Sports.
What DJ Smith expects from Kings after crushing Game 1 loss
The 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs are underway, and the Los Angeles Kings have begun their quest for a third Stanley Cup in franchise history. Unfortunately, that quest got off to a rough start on Sunday afternoon. The Kings fell in Game 1 of the first round to the Presidents’ Trophy-winning Colorado Avalanche. The Kings and […] The post What DJ Smith expects from Kings after crushing Game 1 loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Glad he is gone – Canucks fans react as Evander Kane's Vancouver exit seemingly sealed – Sportskeeda
Glad he is gone - Canucks fans react as Evander Kane's Vancouver exit seemingly sealed Sportskeeda
Oilers Just Dropped a Major Hint About Leon Draisaitl’s Game 1 Status
To nobody’s surprise, the Edmonton Oilers are back in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and are hoping that the third time will be the charm for them in 2026.The Oilers are the two-time defending Western Conference champions, but saw their dreams of bringing the Stanley Cup back to Edmonton for what would have been the first […] The post Oilers Just Dropped a Major Hint About Leon Draisaitl’s Game 1 Status appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Golden Knights vs. Mammoth Game 1 prediction: NHL odds, picks, best bets for Stanley Cup Playoffs
Don't be surprised if Utah is a trendy underdog pick in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
How To Watch Ducks vs. Oilers Game 1: Live Stream, Channel, Start Time & More for 2026 NHL Playoffs
The Anaheim Ducks will play the Edmonton Oilers in the first round of the playoffs, and here's how the fans can watch Game 1.
Red Wings Missed $9.5M Forward They Gave Away
The Detroit Red Wings gave away a $9.5 million forward for nothing, allowing him to get a fresh start and score 20+ goals for a playoff team. The post Red Wings Missed $9.5M Forward They Gave Away appeared first on Heavy Sports.