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Avalanche’s Josh Manson suffers injury scare in Golden Knights Game 2

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The Colorado Avalanche are looking to bounce back from a Game 1 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights. So far, things are going well for the hosting Avalanche. However, as the second intermission gives way to the third period, Colorado may need to make adjustments for the potential absence of Josh Manson looming over them. […] The post Avalanche’s Josh Manson suffers injury scare in Golden Knights Game 2 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The 2 players not named Alex Tuch Sabres GM is prioritizing signing to long-term extensions

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Coming off a heartbreaking Game 7 loss to the Montreal Canadiens, the Buffalo Sabres have a lot of work to do with a tight salary cap. With Alex Tuch seeking a new contract, Sabers general manager Jarmo Kekäläinen is also looking to extend long-term contracts to 2 other players, according to Matthew Fairburn of The […] The post The 2 players not named Alex Tuch Sabres GM is prioritizing signing to long-term extensions appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Martin St. Louis gives his take on why Canadiens dominate on the road

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The Montreal Canadiens pulled out a dominant Game 1 win over the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday night. Montreal scored four unanswered goals to take the Carolina crowd out of the game early. And this win continues a very promising trend for Martin St. Louis and his Canadiens in these playoffs. Montreal has been a very […] The post Martin St. Louis gives his take on why Canadiens dominate on the road appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Hurricanes’ Jordan Staal blames Game 1 no-show on lack of respect for Canadiens

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The Carolina Hurricanes have finally lost a playoff game this postseason. Carolina fell to Juraj Slafkovsky and the Montreal Canadiens in Game 1 of the 2026 Eastern Conference Finals. After the game, captain Jordan Staal made a rather stunning admission about how this loss came to be. “We lost the game from the start, obviously […] The post Hurricanes’ Jordan Staal blames Game 1 no-show on lack of respect for Canadiens appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Canadiens pull off bonkers Game 1 achievement last seen in 1985

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Things were stacking up against the Montreal Canadiens coming into the Eastern Conference Finals on Thursday night. The Habs are at a rest disadvantage compared to the mighty Carolina Hurricanes, who have played just eight games in the first two rounds to Montreal’s 14. On top of that, the Hurricanes have been the best team […] The post Canadiens pull off bonkers Game 1 achievement last seen in 1985 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Canadiens, Hurricanes combine for rare NHL feat with electric Game 1 start

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The Carolina Hurricanes had set the standard for their performance in the first two rounds of the Stanley Cup playoffs. However, they did not appear to be on their game in the first period of the Eastern Conference Final against the Montreal Canadiens. After scoring the first goal of the game 33 seconds in when […] The post Canadiens, Hurricanes combine for rare NHL feat with electric Game 1 start appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ducks rumors: The veteran forward who could be an offseason casualty to shed salary

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The Anaheim Ducks are fresh off their most successful season in almost a decade, returning to the dance for the first time in eight years before upsetting the Edmonton Oilers in six games. Although it ended in disappointing fashion — a six-game loss to the Vegas Golden Knights in Round 2 — it was a […] The post Ducks rumors: The veteran forward who could be an offseason casualty to shed salary appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Former Sabres GM Kevyn Adams has no hard feelings following electric playoff run

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Kevyn Adams was fired as general manager of the Buffalo Sabres last December, but he’s still thrilled to see the franchise having success without him. The Sabres enjoyed their best campaign in almost two decades in 2025-26, winning the Atlantic Division before suffering a heartbreaking Game 7 overtime loss to the Montreal Canadiens in Round […] The post Former Sabres GM Kevyn Adams has no hard feelings following electric playoff run appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rangers Could Move on from Former First Overall Pick

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The New York Rangers had a disappointing 2025-2026 campaign as the team once again missed out on a postseason berth. They placed 30th in the league with a 34-39-9 record for 77 points in the standings.For a team that was expected to have a bounce back year, the results this season did not live up […] The post Rangers Could Move on from Former First Overall Pick appeared first on HEAVY.

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Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin scores 32 seconds into Game 6 vs. Canadiens

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The Buffalo Sabres need a win in Game 6 over the Montreal Canadiens to keep their season alive. Buffalo lost Game 5 on home ice after dominating the first period. They trail 3-2 in the series, but thankfully, Rasmus Dahlin led by example early in Game 6. The Sabres captain did not waste any time […] The post Sabres’ Rasmus Dahlin scores 32 seconds into Game 6 vs. Canadiens appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Golden Knights Lose 2nd-Round Pick, Coach John Tortorella Fined

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The Vegas Golden Knights have been docked a second-round draft pick, and head coach John Tortorella has also been issued a fine.The Golden Knights defeated the Anaheim Ducks 5-1 on Thursday night to advance to the Western Conference Finals with a 4-2 series win. They will next play the Colorado Avalanche, the Stanley Cup favorite.After […] The post Golden Knights Lose 2nd-Round Pick, Coach John Tortorella Fined appeared first on HEAVY.

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Canadiens’ Game 5 comeback adds to Stanley Cup-winning trend

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The Montreal Canadiens are a win away from reaching the Eastern Conference Final round of the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Habs pulled off another come-from-behind win on Thursday night against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center in Buffalo to get the 3-2 series lead, with a home game coming right up. Buffalo struck […] The post Canadiens’ Game 5 comeback adds to Stanley Cup-winning trend appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mitch Marner, Golden Knights advance to West Final with Game 6 Ducks win

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The Vegas Golden Knights put pressure on the Anaheim Ducks early in Game 6. Mitch Marner scored a beautiful goal that opened the scoring for Vegas. This gave the team the launching pad they needed to win Game 6 and move on to the Western Conference Finals. Marner and Pavel Dorofeyev were the stars of […] The post Mitch Marner, Golden Knights advance to West Final with Game 6 Ducks win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NHL Rumors: 3 Edmonton Oilers Offseason Trade Targets

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The Edmonton Oilers will be a team to watch incredibly closely during the offseason. After performing far below expectations this season and losing in the first round of the playoffs, it is clear that they need to make some additions if they hope to keep their Stanley Cup window open.The Oilers have multiple areas that […] The post NHL Rumors: 3 Edmonton Oilers Offseason Trade Targets appeared first on HEAVY.

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Canucks set to officially announce GM, co-presidents

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After finishing with the worst record in hockey, the Vancouver Canucks have actively sought new management. Now, it’s about to become official, as the team is set to announce a new general manager, along with new co-presidents, according to Canucks insider Rick Dhaliwal. “Canucks press conference is at 1:00. Ryan Johnson is the new GM. […] The post Canucks set to officially announce GM, co-presidents appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Chayka Hopefully ‘Getting on the Same Page’ as Auston Matthews

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New Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka said the team is hopeful about “getting on the same page” as captain Auston Matthews. The Maple Leafs made a big move on Wednesday when they fired head coach Craig Berube after two seasons at the helm of the roster. The Leafs will now embark on a […] The post Chayka Hopefully ‘Getting on the Same Page’ as Auston Matthews appeared first on HEAVY.

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Avalanche coach Jared Bednar drops bar on Nathan MacKinnon possibly playing through broken face

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The Colorado Avalanche are one win away from their first trip to the Western Conference Final in five seasons — and Nathan MacKinnon has been a catalyst. The superstar forward is tied for fifth in playoff scoring with 12 points in eight games, and he’s been one of the main reasons the Avs are 7-1 […] The post Avalanche coach Jared Bednar drops bar on Nathan MacKinnon possibly playing through broken face appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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