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.
Stanley Cup Playoffs
Underdog promo code NYPOST: Play $5, get $50 in fantasy bonus entries for Wild vs. Stars
Those interested in playing DFS on the Stanley Cup Playoffs can play $5, and get $50 in fantasy bonus entries.
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.
Polymarket promo code NYPMAX: Deposit $20, get $20 for the Stanley Cup Playoffs
Deposit $20 to get a $20 bonus with our promo code NYPMAX to skip the waitlist and make predictions on the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
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.
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.
Oilers’ Kris Knoblauch provides critical Leon Draisaitl update ahead of Ducks series
The Edmonton Oilers hope to reach another Stanley Cup Final this season. Edmonton begins a playoff series against the Anaheim Ducks on Monday. Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch is providing an injury update about one of his stars, Leon Draisaitl. “Same plan as before, just going day by day,” Knoblauch said, per NHL.com. “I anticipate him […] The post Oilers’ Kris Knoblauch provides critical Leon Draisaitl update ahead of Ducks series appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Wild confirms starting goaltender for Game 1 vs. Stars
The Minnesota Wild (46-24-12) will open their 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs first-round series on Saturday against the Dallas Stars (50-20-12). Heading into the series, the main uncertainty for the Wild was their choice in goal. That has been clarified by head coach John Hynes, who confirmed on Friday that Jesper Wallstedt will start Game 1. […] The post Wild confirms starting goaltender for Game 1 vs. Stars appeared first on ClutchPoints.
2 early Sharks trade targets after missing 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs
The San Jose Sharks missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2026. However, they made a ton of progress on the ice. Macklin Celebrini broke the franchise’s single-season points record as he established himself as a true MVP candidate. The Sharks made a run at a Wild Card spot in the Western Conference, missing out by […] The post 2 early Sharks trade targets after missing 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Flyers’ fatal flaw that will doom them in 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs
There are few better things in professional sports than when a pair of historic rivals meet one another in the playoffs with so much on the line. Fans in the state of Pennsylvania are getting just that, as the Philadelphia Flyers will take on the rival Pittsburgh Penguins in what will be the fifth postseason […] The post Flyers’ fatal flaw that will doom them in 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Patrick Kane’s true feelings on potential Red Wings return after brutal collapse
Patrick Kane and the Detroit Red Wings suffered a brutal collapse and missed the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. This is the third consecutive year the Red Wings have missed the postseason through some sort of late-season collapse, and the 10th straight season without postseason hockey. This one, however, was the most avoidable. In any event, […] The post Patrick Kane’s true feelings on potential Red Wings return after brutal collapse appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints’ NHL Playoff Power Rankings: Who will be new Stanley Cup champion in 2026?
After 1,312 games, the 2025-26 NHL regular season has finally reached its conclusion. And served its primary purpose: cutting the 32-team field down to 16. After nearly seven months of hockey, it’s time for the greatest postseason in all of sports to begin. And what better way to kick off the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs than […] The post ClutchPoints’ NHL Playoff Power Rankings: Who will be new Stanley Cup champion in 2026? appeared first on ClutchPoints.
NHL’s Longest Current Postseason Droughts: Red Wings Own Unwanted Record As Sabres Break Streak
The 2026 NHL Playoffs are just around the corner, so here are the five teams with the longest current postseason droughts.
Maple Leafs rumors: Toronto considering Mats Sundin for hockey operations role
The Toronto Maple Leafs just missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time in a decade. After missing the playoffs, Maple Leafs management is meeting with Mats Sundin to discuss the hockey operations role, according to Sportsnet. “Sportsnet’s @FreidgeHNIC has learned that ownership will meet with the Maple Leafs’ all-time leading scorer, Mats Sundin, […] The post Maple Leafs rumors: Toronto considering Mats Sundin for hockey operations role appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Oilers vs. Ducks schedule: Dates, times, TV channels, scores for NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs first-round series – sportingnews.com
Oilers vs. Ducks schedule: Dates, times, TV channels, scores for NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs first-round series sportingnews.com
Rangers J.T. Miller makes ‘priority’ claim about New York after dreadful season
The New York Rangers just endured a dreadful season, missing the Stanley Cup Playoffs once again. Now, as the Rangers’ offseason priorities begin, J.T. Miller declared his number one priority, according to the Rangers’ Videos on X. "The Olympics were great, but my job is to be here. I haven't thought about it a whole […] The post Rangers J.T. Miller makes ‘priority’ claim about New York after dreadful season appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Avalanche vs. Kings schedule: Dates, times, TV channels, scores for NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs first-round series – sportingnews.com
Avalanche vs. Kings schedule: Dates, times, TV channels, scores for NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs first-round series sportingnews.com
New-Look NHL Playoffs Set As League Rides Attendance Wave
This year’s playoff field includes several upstarts and fresh storylines.
Mammoth makes shootout history in final game of season vs. Blues
The Stanley Cup Playoffs are here, and the Utah Mammoth have clinched a playoff berth, making NHL history with their first taste of success since relocating from Arizona. Additionally, the Mammoth have made shootout history, doing something no team has ever done after their final regular-season game with the St. Louis Blues, according to NHL […] The post Mammoth makes shootout history in final game of season vs. Blues appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Polymarket promo code NYPMAX: Deposit $20, get $20 for Wild vs. Stars
Deposit $20 to get a $20 bonus with our promo code NYPMAX to skip the waitlist and make predictions on the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
How many goals Avalanche’s Nathan MacKinnon scored to win Rocket Richard Trophy
The Colorado Avalanche have won the Presidents’ Trophy and will be the top seed in the NHL as they prepare for the First Round. Additionally, Nathan MacKinnon has officially won the Rocket Richard Trophy after finishing with the most goals in the NHL this season, according to a post by the Avalanche account on X. […] The post How many goals Avalanche’s Nathan MacKinnon scored to win Rocket Richard Trophy appeared first on ClutchPoints.
NHL Makes Announcement Before 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs
The NHL unveiled what's next after the regular season ended and with the Stanley Cup Playoffs starting on Saturday.
Avalanche cap off Presidents’ Trophy-winning season with new franchise record
The Colorado Avalanche are ready for the playoffs and will enter the postseason as the top seed in the Western Conference. With the Stanley Cup Playoffs on the horizon, the Avs concluded a Presidents’ Trophy-winning season by setting a franchise record for total points, according to the official X account. And we’re just getting started. […] The post Avalanche cap off Presidents’ Trophy-winning season with new franchise record appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Kalshi promo code NYPMAX: Trade $10, get $10 for the Stanley Cup Playoffs
New users can use the Kalshi promo code NYPMAX: Trade $10, get $10 for the Stanley Cup Playoffs.