Oilers Handed Major Boost in Pursuit of 6’6″ Right-Shot Center Free Agency Target
Minnesota insider reports the Wild may struggle to match a center's rising market value, potentially opening the door for the Oilers to swoop in.
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3 Red Wings offseason predictions after missing 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs
The Detroit Red Wings missed the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs in brutal fashion. They spent much of the season as a playoff contender. They seemed to have turned a major corner in their rebuild. However, the Red Wings suffered another major collapse late in the year. And as a result, they have missed the playoffs […] The post 3 Red Wings offseason predictions after missing 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Following Cale Makar injury, Paul Bissonnette makes bold prediction for Avs-Golden Knights series – Sportskeeda
Following Cale Makar injury, Paul Bissonnette makes bold prediction for Avs-Golden Knights series Sportskeeda
Former Maple Leafs GM Brad Treliving Speaks Publicly After Firing
Brad Treliving believes a lack of buy-in hurt the Maple Leafs and suggested changes will be needed after his firing.The
Canadiens vs. Hurricanes series prediction, preview odds, picks, best bets ahead of Game 1
The ECF features a well-rested veteran club against an exhausted inexperienced one.
Sidney Crosby Addresses Retirement Talk After 21st NHL Season
Penguins captain Sidney Crosby addressed the retirement talk surrounding him and clarified his future NHL plans.
Why Cami Clune isn't singing national anthems at Buffalo Sabres' Game 7 vs. Canadiens – sportingnews.com
Why Cami Clune isn't singing national anthems at Buffalo Sabres' Game 7 vs. Canadiens sportingnews.com
Canadiens fan goes viral for a bold act with security standing beside her
The Buffalo Sabres came to the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec, on Saturday with no fear, but one Habs fan seemed even more daring. A video of a female Canadiens supporter wearing a Montreal jersey went viral on Sunday, showing her inhaling vapor during the second period while watching the game from behind the Sabres … The post Canadiens fan goes viral for a bold act with security standing beside her appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Oilers GM Stan Bowman says Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl won’t have say in next head coach
After the Edmonton Oilers were eliminated from the Stanley Cup Playoffs by the Anaheim Ducks, speculation began building that the team could be on the verge of serious changes. Those serious changes were made in the form of a major leadership shift behind the bench, as the Oilers dismissed head coach Kris Knoblauch and assistant […] The post Oilers GM Stan Bowman says Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl won’t have say in next head coach appeared first on ClutchPoints.
2 Wild trade targets after crushing 2nd round Avalanche loss
There are plenty of reasons for the Minnesota Wild to feel optimistic after not only securing a Stanley Cup Playoff berth thanks to a strong second-half surge fueled largely by the acquisition of former Vancouver Canucks captain Quinn Hughes, but also winning a postseason series for the first time in more than a decade. It […] The post 2 Wild trade targets after crushing 2nd round Avalanche loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Maple Leafs Could Target Former Oilers Coach This Offseason
The Toronto Maple Leafs could be looking to bring in a younger coach this offseason, with a former Oilers bench boss fitting the bill. The post Maple Leafs Could Target Former Oilers Coach This Offseason appeared first on HEAVY.
Former Oilers Goalie Stuart Skinner Could Be Heading Back To Canada
After deciding they weren’t able to wait any longer for goaltender Stuart Skinner to re-discover a sense of consistency, the Edmonton Oilers traded him to the Pittsburgh Penguins along with defenseman Brett Kulak in exchange for goaltender Tristan Jarry and forward Sam Poulin.The trade had mixed results on both sides. Jarry, like he did with […] The post Former Oilers Goalie Stuart Skinner Could Be Heading Back To Canada appeared first on HEAVY.
Golden Knights coach John Tortorella stiffs media, insider cites ‘temper tantrum’ over suspension
The Vegas Golden Knights have eliminated the Anaheim Ducks from the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Golden Knights won without the services of Brayden McNabb, who was suspended for a hit on Ryan Poehling in Game 5. After the game, Golden Knights head coach John Tortorella refused to speak to the media, per Jesse Granger of […] The post Golden Knights coach John Tortorella stiffs media, insider cites ‘temper tantrum’ over suspension appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Mats Zuccarello not retiring, will he stay with the Wild?
The Minnesota Wild season has come to an end, losing in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs to the Colorado Avalanche. Mats Zuccarello voiced his feelings after the collapse in Game 5 against the Avalanche. Now, Zuccarello is speaking out about his future, meeting with the media, per Michael Russo of The Athletic. […] The post Mats Zuccarello not retiring, will he stay with the Wild? appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Golden Knights make unprecedented, nonsense decision after clinching win over Ducks – sportingnews.com
Golden Knights make unprecedented, nonsense decision after clinching win over Ducks sportingnews.com
Sabres’ Lindy Ruff comments on star who’s lost confidence amid Habs series
The Buffalo Sabres are on the brink of elimination against the Montreal Canadiens. Juraj Slafkovsky led the Habs to a big Game 5 win on Thursday night. And one more loss for Lindy Ruff’s team will end their season. Ahead of Game 6, Ruff is hoping to see more from veteran winger Alex Tuch. “Ruff […] The post Sabres’ Lindy Ruff comments on star who’s lost confidence amid Habs series appeared first on ClutchPoints.
NHL Conn Smythe Trophy rankings: Can Golden Knights' Mitch Marner flip the playoff narrative? – sportingnews.com
NHL Conn Smythe Trophy rankings: Can Golden Knights' Mitch Marner flip the playoff narrative? sportingnews.com
Olen Zellweger’s clutch Game 5 goal for Ducks has Joel Quenneville gushing with pride
The Anaheim Ducks were unable to complete the comeback in Game 5 of their Western Conference second-round series against the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday night — but defenseman Olen Zellweger did his part. After being healthy scratched for the first nine games of the postseason, the 22-year-old made his debut in Game 4 on […] The post Olen Zellweger’s clutch Game 5 goal for Ducks has Joel Quenneville gushing with pride appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Flyers rumors: The injury that kept Owen Tippett out of Round 2 vs. Hurricanes
It was a disappointing end to a tumultuous season for Philadelphia Flyers forward Owen Tippett, as he missed the entire second-round series against the Carolina Hurricanes with an injury. It was one of the best seasons of Tippett’s career in 2025-26, despite dealing with trade rumors when the Flyers’ season outlook looked bleak. Tippett stuck […] The post Flyers rumors: The injury that kept Owen Tippett out of Round 2 vs. Hurricanes appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Sabres’ Tage Thompson outright refuses injury question after ugly Canadiens loss
The Buffalo Sabres did not put their best foot forward on Friday night against the Montreal Canadiens. The Canadiens won Game 2 of their second-round series on the road. It was not a close contest from the jump. And it featured a rather uncharacteristic performance from Tage Thompson. Thompson did not play a great game. […] The post Sabres’ Tage Thompson outright refuses injury question after ugly Canadiens loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Canadiens’ Ivan Demidov suffers injury scare in Sabres Game 2
The Montreal Canadiens have taken the ice for Game 2 against the Buffalo Sabres. The Canadiens want to rebound from a crushing Game 1 loss to Buffalo away from home. So far, it looks very much like they will take this second contest. However, they got a brief scare when youngster Ivan Demidov had to […] The post Canadiens’ Ivan Demidov suffers injury scare in Sabres Game 2 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Video: Brent Burns accidentally strikes Kirill Kaprizov in the groin with his skate
Minnesota Wild Kirill Kaprizov nearly had a nightmarish injury on Tuesday. During Game 2 of the second-round series between the Wild and the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena in Denver, Colo., Kaprizov was accidentally hit in the groin by Avs veteran blueliner Brent Burns’ skate. The two were battling it out for the puck along … The post Video: Brent Burns accidentally strikes Kirill Kaprizov in the groin with his skate appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Hurricanes’ Rod Brind’Amour shares powerful reaction to Victor Hedman’s statement
The season for the Tampa Bay Lightning is over, having lost to the Montreal Canadiens in a seven-game series in the opening round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. However, the Lightning were considerably shorthanded, as they were without captain and top defenseman Victor Hedman for the entire series. Not only that, but Hedman also […] The post Hurricanes’ Rod Brind’Amour shares powerful reaction to Victor Hedman’s statement appeared first on ClutchPoints.