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Unsung heroes shine as Jets flip script vs. Oilers

The Jets outgun the Oilers to earn a huge Game 1 victory

Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Winnipeg Jets seven times on nine tries this season. But in Game 1 of their playoff series, it was unsung heroes who led the Jets past the Oilers while McDavid was kept off the scoresheet.
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Craig Smith scores in double OT to lead Bruins pas

Bruins take a 2-1 series lead over the Caps with a double OT thriller

Craig Smith scored 5:48 into the second overtime Wednesday night to give the Boston Bruins a 3-2 victory over the Washington Capitals and a 2-1 lead in their East Division first-round playoff series.
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Former Coyotes coach Rick Tocchet to be interviewe

Tocchet is in consideration by both the NYR and Seattle

Former Arizona Coyotes head coach Rick Tocchet will be interviewed by the New York Rangers and Seattle Kraken for their vacant head coach positions, according to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman.
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Penguins hold off Islanders to win Game 2, pull ev

Pens' finish off a close one, with a 2-1 win over the Isles

Tristan Jarry bounced back from a shaky performance to stop 39 shots, and the Pittsburgh Penguins evened their first-round playoff series with the New York Islanders with a taut 2-1 victory on Tuesday night.
Canucks' Demko calls on organization to bring back

A voice in the wilderness.

With Vancouver's season winding down, Thatcher Demko called on the Canucks to re-sign his goalie coach and mentor, Ian Clark, in about as bold a call for action by management from a 25-year-old player as you'll see in the NHL.
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Kucherov shines in return, Point nets late winner

Point and Kucherov get the job done for the Lightning in Game 1

Brayden Point scored two late goals, including the game-winner with 1:14 left in the third period, to lift the Tampa Bay Lightning to a 5-4 win over the Florida Panthers on Sunday night in Game 1 of their playoff series.
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Kyle Palmieri scores OT winner as Islanders beat P

The Isles take Game 1 in a back and forth battle with the Pens

Kyle Palmieri's second goal of the game 16:30 into overtime lifted the New York Islanders to a 4-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game 1 of their first-round series on Sunday.
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Canucks to seek guidance from Geoff Courtnall as u

Canucks beat the Oil, but their future in still in limbo

Former Canuck Geoff Courtnall has been approached by ownership for counsel about the direction of management for next season and beyond. It’s unclear what Courtnall’s role would be, but much more than losing games has contributed to the crisis in consumer confidence that seems to be developing in Vancouver.
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Nic Dowd scores in overtime, Capitals beat Bruins

Dowd scores in the Nic of time to help the Caps take Game 1 over Boston

Nic Dowd deflected in T.J. Oshie's shot from the blue line 4:41 into overtime to give the Washington Capitals a 3-2 victory over the Boston Bruins on Saturday night in Game 1 of the first-round playoff series.
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Return of Stanley Cup Playoffs extra special after

Everyone is gearing up for a memorable Playoff run

There’s something special about the arrival of the Stanley Cup Playoffs every spring but it’s bound to hit differently this time around. Watch Game 1 between the Washington Capitals and Boston Bruins tonight on Hockey Night in Canada. Coverage begins at 6:30 p.m. ET/ 3:30 p.m. PT on Sportsnet, CBC and SN Now.
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Quick Shifts: Why Canadiens must make Maple Leafs

Questions of the Leafs' internal fortitude will be answered after Round 1

A dive into the Maple Leafs' greatest weakness | Which Toronto forwards will sit out Game 1 | Justin Bieber honours happy Doug Gilmour | Nick Foligno on John Tortorella's future | Playoff predictions + 7 more NHL goodies...
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Connor McDavid reaches 100 points in 53 games as O

McDavid hits milestone 100 pts, but he's not done yet.

Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid has reached the 100 point plateau in just 53 games with four assists against the Vancouver Canucks. The 24-year-old became the ninth player in NHL history -- and the first in his own lifetime -- to reach the century-point mark in 53 games or less, according to NHL statisticians.
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Penguins win East Division after Capitals beat Fly

Pens get a gift from the Caps and clinch the East Division

The short-handed Washington Capitals beat the Philadelphia Flyers 2-1 Saturday night to guarantee they'll open the playoffs at home. Failing to win in regulation gave the East Division title to the rival Pittsburgh Penguins.
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Report: John Tortorella informs Blue Jackets he wo

End of a era in Columbus, as Tortorella says "no mas"

John Tortorella has reportedly informed the Columbus Blue Jackets that he will not be returning to the team next season, ending the most successful stretch in franchise history.
Secret Deodorant, Sportsnet announce PWHPA Secret

Secret Deodorant, Sportsnet announce PWHPA Secret Dream Gap Tour in Canada - Sportsnet.ca

Secret Deodorant and Sportsnet announced Thursday their partnership to deliver exclusive English-language TV and streaming coverage of the Canadian leg of the Secret Dream Gap Tour, showcasing the superstars of the Professional Women’s Hockey Players Association (PWHPA).
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Carter scores career-high four goals, Penguins bla

Warhorse Carter has a career game as Pittsburg downs the Sabres

Jeff Carter scored a career-high four goals and the Pittsburgh Penguins moved back into first place in the crowded East Division with an 8-4 victory over Buffalo on Thursday night.
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Making sense of bombshell firing of Rangers presid

That should read John Davidson, but hey it's only small news right SN?

Elliotte Friedman and David Amber discuss the shocking firing of New York Rangers president Jeff Davidson and GM Jeff Gorton, and the notable timing of it on the heels of the controversy surrounding Tom Wilson.
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Houser wins again, Bjork scores twice as Sabres be

All the Sabres needed to right the ship was a little Doogie Houser and Bjork

Michael Houser made 45 saves and stopped all three shots he faced in the shootout while Anders Bjork scored Buffalo's last two goals in regulation and one in the shootout goal, lifting the Sabres to a 4-3 victory over the New York Islanders on Tuesday.
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Rangers' Artemi Panarin out for rest of season aft

Rangers lose Panarin for rest of the year as a result of Wilson incident

Artemi Panarin will miss the New York Rangers' final three games of the regular season due to an injury suffered on Monday night during an on-ice brawl incited by Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson.
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Rangers 'extremely disappointed' by Wilson ruling,

Rangers' have a case on Panarin incident, but jump the shark with their Twitter post

The New York Rangers say they are "extremely disappointed" by the NHL's lack of suspension for Tom Wilson and believe that George Parros, the head of league's Department of Player Safety, is "unfit to continue in his current role."
Alberta likely to be host of IIHF Women's World Ch

All is not lost for the Women's World Championship

With the 2021 Women’s World Hockey Championship now planned for Aug. 20-31 at a site to be determined in Canada, it appears Alberta is the frontrunner to host the event.
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Maple Leafs' Matthews continues 'unbelievable' sea

Matthews gives his Dad a great birthday present with yet another stellar performance

At even-strength, Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner have combined for more goals (46) and points (97) than any other duo in the sport. We’re talking about 23-year-olds. Yes, they’re rolling at their best. But better might still lie ahead.
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Fleury ties for third on NHL's all-time wins as Go

Fleury looks to overtake Strombone on the all-time list with his next win

Jonathan Marchessault scored on a power play at 3:04 of overtime, Marc-Andre Fleury moved into a tie for third on the NHL's all-time wins list and the Vegas Golden Knights beat the Arizona Coyotes 3-2 on Saturday night.
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Rock bottom still beneath Canucks with daunting sc

Don't dream it's over. Vancouver has a long way to go before the final bell rings.

The Vancouver Canucks significantly outplayed the Toronto Maple Leafs for one period on Saturday and outshot them through two. They still lost 5-1. With an even more daunting schedule on the horizon, it's hard to imagine how the Canucks will cope.
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Islanders beat Rangers to clinch playoff spot for

Three's a charm as the Islanders clinch another post-season berth

Anthony Beauvillier scored twice and Semyon Varlamov stopped 28 shots for his league-leading seventh shutout of the season as the New York Islanders beat the rival Rangers 3-0 Saturday night to clinch a playoff spot for the third straight year.
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Flames' playoff dreams seemingly out of reach afte

McDavid and the Oilers may have just sealed Calgary's fate

Less than a half hour before puck drop on the Flames’ final Battle of Alberta, yet another stake was plunged into the heart of Calgary’s playoff chances. A loss by the Flames three hours later confirmed what many believed to be true: they’re finished.
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Jaromir Jagr leads team he owns back to top Czech

This guy is just ridiculous. Still racking up the points and going strong.

Jaromir Jagr, the 49-year-old right winger, had an assist to help his hometown club Kladno Knights return to the top Czech league by beating Jihlava 5-2 to clinch their playoff series 4-3.
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Penguins, Capitals both clinch playoff spots as Pi

Both teams win, but the Pens take the two points

Jake Guentzel scored his 22nd goal 2:11 into overtime to lift the Pittsburgh Penguins to a 5-4 victory over the Washington Capitals on Thursday night in a result that clinched both teams' place in the playoffs.
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Thornton, Spezza make history as Maple Leafs cruis

Two cagey war-horses add to their legacy in a win over the Habs

After 96 days atop the North Division, a clinched playoff spot was never in doubt for these Maple Leafs. The time to scrutinize will come in mid-May. For now, it's okay to simply enjoy the history Toronto's "living legends" are scripting during this ride.
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Canucks unable to overcome physical, mental fatigu

Tkachuk covers all the bases as the Sens hand the Canucks a stinging loss

Starting an unprecedented 14 games in 22 nights, and just six games into their return from a COVID-19 crisis, the Vancouver Canucks’ 6-3 loss Wednesday to the Ottawa Senators sure felt like the end of something.