LA Kings with a excellent tweet regarding the draft lottery

“Congrats to the @NJDevils, @NYRangers and @NHLBlackhawks on winning the NHL Draft Lottery. ...we guess this makes us even?”

Patrik Laine can’t score, and no one’s angrier about it than him – Sportsnet

If Patrik Laine can’t get back to scoring, he risks sinking his team's playoff chances and his long-term future with the Winnipeg Jets. Read how here.

How the NHL draft works • HockeyCircles Articles

How does the NHL draft work - a guide on how the draft of new NHL hockey players each year works. Who is eligible, who has top pick, who has last pick.

Being Tom Wilson: Inside the life of hockey's most hated man | CBC Sports

Tom Wilson tries not to read everything about him on social media. You'd think being on the receiving end of endless tweets and messages that are, well, not suitable for work would be reason enough to skip them. But Wilson can't just ignore it all because sometimes it goes beyond hockey.

Kesler may need career-ending hip surgery for Ducks

ANAHEIM -- Ryan Kesler could be facing the possibility of career-ending surgery as he searches for options regarding his surgically repaired hip that caused him to miss the final 15 games of the season with the Anaheim Ducks.

The Sun Sets And The Sun Rises. One Legendary Career Comes To An End, While Another Begins With The Debut Dreams Are Made Of.

Ryan Poehling notched a hat trick and then added the shootout winner in his NHL debut as the Montreal Canadiens beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-5 in the season finale for both teams on Saturday.

No Place Like Home. Islanders Grab The Advantage For Round One Vs Pittsburgh

Valtteri Filppula scored twice in his return from injury, Robin Lehner stopped all 29 shots he faced and the New York Islanders beat the Washington Capitals 3-0 in each team's regular-season finale Saturday night to clinch home-ice advantage in the first round of the playoffs.

Lightning Cap-Off Historic Regular Season With Another trip To The Record Books

The Tampa Bay Lightning defeated the Boston Bruins 6-3 in Saturday afternoon's regular-season finale to tie an NHL record for most wins in a campaign with 62.

Blues Beat Canucks In Shootout, Complete Amazing Comeback Run

Jordan Binnington stopped both shots he faced in the shootout, and the St. Louis Blues remained in the hunt for the Central Division title with a 3-2 win over the Vancouver Canucks on Saturday.

Blue Jackets Knock Out The Canadiens, Earn A Spot In The Post-Season

The Columbus Blue Jackets have booked their ticket to the 2019 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

The Proper Penguin. Pittsburgh Adds To The Record Books With Their 13th Straight Playoff Appearance

The Pittsburgh Penguins have booked their ticket to the 2019 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Rocky Mountain High! Avs' Secure A Playoff Spot In Front Of Denver Faithful

The Colorado Avalanche are headed back to the post-season.

Sharks Floundering Towards Playoffs, While Oilers Hope There's A Silver Lining For Draisaitl

Brent Burns had a goal and an assist as the San Jose Sharks got a bit of relief from a late-season funk with a 3-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday.

Never-Say-Die Attitude Keeps Predators In The Hunt For Central Division Title

Ryan Johansen scored with 19.5 seconds remaining, and the Nashville Predators rallied to beat the Vancouver Canucks 3-2 Thursday night and preserve their hopes for a second straight Central Division title.

On Final Approach. The Lightning Have A Chance To Enter The Record Books With A Win On Saturday

Steven Stamkos scored once and also set up Alex Killorn's winner with under six minutes to go in regulation as the Tampa Bay Lightning defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-1 on Thursday.

On Capital Hill. Washington Makes It Four In A Row Atop Met Division

The Capitals will enter the 2019 Stanley Cup Playoffs as Metro Division champs once again.

"....And Tonight They're Gonna Party Like Its 199......Er, 2009"

The Carolina Hurricanes are returning to the post-season for the first time since 2009.

Hopefully Better Days Are Approaching For Women's Hockey History

The CWHL has folded, but many believe the NHL is key to the future of women's pro hockey. More in the latest 31 Thoughts.

Brian Burke Commenting On What The Future Holds For Women's Hockey

HC's Brian Burke explains to the Starting Lineup why he was so stunned by the CWHL folding, why he hopes it’s just part of a bigger women’s hockey strategy, and why this now sets a clear path for the NHL to step in and help.

“He works so hard. The progress is just steady and that gives us a lot of strength." - Injured Humboldt Bronco working to overcome brain injury

Injured Humboldt Bronco player Layne Matechuk spent a month in a coma with a serious brain injury and had to learn how to talk and walk again.

Hope For The Future. The Canucks' 2018-19 Team Awards

The Canucks handed out their annual team awards Tuesday night during their regular season finale at Rogers Arena.

Victoria's Lonnie Cameron Caps Off A Great NHL Career At Home

Lonnie Cameron referees his final game in the National Hockey League as the Vancouver Canucks beat the San Jose Sharks 4-2. The fans, players and organization pay him tribute.

Preds' Show There's More Than One Way To Skin A Buffalo

BUFFALO -- The Nashville Predators moved into a tie for first place in the Central Division with a 3-2 win against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center on Tuesday.

Bertuzzi's Record Night Keeps The Pens From Clinching

DETROIT -- The Pittsburgh Penguins missed an opportunity to clinch a berth in the Stanley Cup Playoffs with a 4-1 loss against the Detroit Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena on Tuesday.

100 Ways To Chirp. Marchand Becomes The First Bruin in 16 Years To Reach 100 Points

Watch as Brad Marchand notches an assist on David Pastrnak goal to make it a 100-point campaign. Marchand is the first Bruins player to score 100 points in a season since Joe Thornton in 2002-03.

Too Little Too Late. With The Avs' Win In Late Game Versus Oilers, Wild Are Officially Elimated

The Minnesota Wild were eliminated from Stanley Cup Playoff contention following their 5-1 win against the Winnipeg Jets at Xcel Energy Center on Tuesday.

The Stars Are Aligned In Texas. Dallas Stamps Their Ticket To The Post Season

DALLAS -- The Dallas Stars clinched a berth in the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time since 2016 with a 6-2 win against the Philadelphia Flyers at American Airlines Center on Tuesday.

Struggling For Sanity. McDavid Feeling The Weight Of A Situation Beyond His Control

Oilers captain Connor McDavid opens up about his frustrations after an “insane” season, with head coach and GM changes, and missing the playoffs once again.

Comeback Kids. Vancouver Scores 3 In The Third For Big Victory Over The Sharks

Tanner Pearson scored twice, leading the Vancouver Canucks to a 4-2 comeback win over the San Jose Sharks on Tuesday.

So 'Yer Saying There's A Chance.......Montreal Keeps Their Playoff Hopes Alive With Win Over T-Bay

Artturi Lehkonen and Max Domi scored third-period goals to give Montreal a 4-2 win over the league-best Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday night, keeping the Canadiens within reach for a wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference.

MacKinnon's 40th Builds Momentum For Surging Avalanche

Nathan MacKinnon and Tyson Barrie scored a minute apart to ignite a four-goal second period as the playoff-chasing Avalanche rallied to defeat the Oilers.

Storm Warning. Hurricanes Move Into The Playoff Picture With Victory Over TO

TORONTO -- The Carolina Hurricanes had everything on the line in their mad dash for a playoff spot. The Maple Leafs didn't -- and it certainly showed. Just

A Sweet One For The Record Books........

Watch as Viktor Arvidsson steals the puck in the neutral zone and rips it past Sergei Bobrovksy for a sweet goal that ties a Predators’ franchise record for goals with 33.

Lots Of Confetti Available On Toronto Craigslist...........

The Toronto Maple Leafs can't seem to solve the last-place Ottawa Senators losing for the second time in the nation's capital in two weeks.

Canadiens' Ground The Jets, As Cole Relinquishes The Controls

It was Jonathan Drouin, Jordan Weal and Joel Armia who set the tone as the Montreal Canadiens convincingly beat the Winnipeg Jets to keep their playoff hopes alive.

Oilers All But Done After Loss To Rakell......And Ducks

Rickard Rakell notched a natural hat trick as the Anaheim Ducks beat the Edmonton Oilers 5-1 on Saturday.

Win And 'Yer In. Islanders Seal The Deal With Win Over Buffalo

The New York Islanders clinched a berth in the Stanley Cup Playoffs with a 5-1 win against the Buffalo Sabres at Nassau Coliseum on Saturday.

The Great 8's, Great 8th........OV Hits 50 Goals For The 8th Time In His Career

Alex Ovechkin reached 50 goals -- again. And, then he added another for good measure while leading the Washington Capitals to a big victory.

He Shoots, He Shoots, He Shoots......... Markstrom Holds The Fort For Canucks' Second Straight Shootout Victory

Markus Granlund scored in the eighth round of the shootout on Saturday, leading the Vancouver Canucks to a 3-2 victory over the Dallas Stars.

One And Done. Despite A Gritty Second-Half Run, Flyers' Are Officially Eliminated From Playoff Contention

Teuvo Teravainen and Dougie Hamilton scored 21 seconds apart in the first period, and the Carolina Hurricanes gave their playoff hopes a boost with a 5-2 win over the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday.

End Of The Line. Bruins' Winning Streak Derailed By No-Playoff Panthers

Troy Brouwer scored a short-handed goal and Roberto Luongo stopped 30 shots to help the Florida Panthers beat Boston 4-1 on Saturday and hand the Bruins their first loss at home since January.

Ryan Reaves is Real

Brady Keeper's big night (Tired of the monotonous hockey season?? Disillusioned with the game?? READ/WATCH this!!)

Brady Keeper, the first person of the Pimicikamak Cree Nation to make it to the NHL, makes his debut with his family in attendance

See Ya' Next Game Tough Guy. Notorious Cheap Shot Artist Shaw May Well Get A Visit From Mr. McQuaid In The Future

Watch as Adam McQuaid is clearly left shaken after Andrew Shaw comes across and makes contact with the Blue Jackets player. It looked like the Canadiens’ player may have left his elbow out before making contact.

The Year Of The 'Cat. Chicago's Sophomore Nets His 40th Goal Of The Season

A fast start was just what the Chicago Blackhawks needed to get out of their recent rut even if it might be too late for them to make a playoff push.

Hughes Delivers On Vancouver Fans' Hopes With An Electric Debut

Quinn Hughes puts in the work, and Brock Boeser puts the Vancouver Canucks ahead as the rookie picks up his first NHL point with the assist against the Los Angeles Kings.

Shooting For The Stars. Dallas Snatches Big Two Points After Coming Back Against The Oilers

Jamie Benn scored the shootout winner as the Dallas Stars beat the Edmonton Oilers 3-2 on Thursday.

Weathering The Storm. Washington Battens Down To Secure A Playoff Spot

The reigning Stanley Cup champions will officially get an opportunity to defend their title.

Jackets' Give The Candiens A Rude Welcome To Columbus

Oliver Bjorkstrand scored twice, Sergei Bobrovsky had 28 saves and the Columbus Blue Jackets moved into an Eastern Division wild-card spot with a 6-2 win over the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday night.

Tanner And The Mighty Quinn. Pearson And Hughes Have Big Nights In Canucks Shootout Win

Tanner Pearson scored in the fourth round of the shootout and the Vancouver Canucks kept their faint playoff hopes alive Thursday night with a 3-2 win over the L.A. Kings.

Staying Home. Byron Not Going To Columbus Due To Concussion

Montreal Canadiens forward Paul Byron won't travel with the team for Thursday night's game at the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Stars' Hang On For A Big Win, But Lose Big Ben In The Process

The Dallas Stars added to their wild-card lead with a 2-1 win against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome on Wednesday.

Hughes Hoping To Make His NHL Debut Thursday In Vancouver. #canucks

Hughes, the seventh-overall pick at last year's draft, signed with Vancouver more than two weeks ago after his University of Michigan Wolverines were bounced from the playoffs. But the young blue liner suffered a deep ankle bruise while blocking a shot in the NCAA playoffs and the injury has delayed his first NHL game. That could change on Thursday when the Canucks host the L.A. Kings.

The Guy's All Thumbs. Pastrnak Puts Up A Five Point Night On The Road To Recovery

David Pastrnak scored three goals and set up one that helped Jake DeBrusk set a career high with five points, sending the Boston Bruins to a 6-3 victory over the New York Rangers on Wednesday night.

Playing With Hart. Flyers' Tender Stops 38 In Regulation, Plus All Five In The Shootout

Sean Couturier scored in regulation and provided the only goal in a shootout as the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Toronto Maple Leafs on Wednesday night.

Facts and Figures: Ovechkin climbs all-time NHL goals lists

Alex Ovechkin's NHL-leading 49th goal of the season was the game-winner for the Washington Capitals in a 4-1 victory against the Carolina Hurricanes at Capital One Arena on Tuesday.

They're All Smiles Now.........

“With Dave Brown in Philly for fight night. A little more relaxed than 35 years ago”

Tavares' Big Night Helps Propel Leafs Four-Ward

John Tavares recorded the first four-goal game of his career as the Toronto Maple Leafs downed the Florida Panthers 7-5 on Monday night.

Success Breeds Success.......Cooper Inks New Deal After Record Season

The Tampa Bay Lightning have handed head coach Jon Cooper a multi-year contract extension, the team announced Tuesday.

Preds' Make It Five Straight Trips To The Post Season With Win Over Wild

The Predators have clinched a playoff berth for the fifth straight year, doing so with a victory over the Wild on Monday night.

One Champion, Inspiring Others To Be........Congrats Bianca!!

Mississauga native Bianca Andreescu discusses the dedication and perseverance required to become a champion in the sport of tennis, while setting up Hockey Night In Canada.

Alexandar The Great Conquers TO In OT

Ryan Strome scored in overtime as the New York Rangers snapped a five-game losing streak with a 2-1 victory over Toronto on Saturday.

Only Fitting - Chara's Always Been A Clinch Player

Patrice Bergeron, David Pastrnak, Brad Marchand and Zdeno Chara each had a goal and an assist help the Boston Bruins clinch a playoff berth with a 7-3 win over the Florida Panthers on Saturday night.

Three-For-All. Canadiens' Forwards Rack Up The Points In Rout Of Sabres

Brendan Gallagher scored twice and added an assist to lead the Canadiens to a 7-4 victory over the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday night, extending Montreal's win streak to three games.

Giordano Adds To Total, As Canucks' Third Period Defensive Shell Again Provides No Offense

Calgary Flames captain Mark Giordano put up a goal and two assists on Saturday night, helping his team to a 3-1 win over the Vancouver Canucks. Garnet Hathaway and Andrew Mangiapane also scored for the Flames (47-21-7).

Final Approach. Jets Complete First Mission, Now They Can Prepare For The Next

Kyle Connor had a hat trick and one assist and Connor Hellebuyck made 33 saves as the Winnipeg Jets clinched a playoff spot with a 5-0 victory over the Nashville Predators on Saturday.

Bleeding Out | By Clint Malarchuk

How I ended up as a 47 year-old man with a bullet in his head and bag full of prescription medications may go all the way back to my...

Playing Hangman. Canucks' Almost Blow 5 Goal Lead, But Hang On For The Win

Bo Horvat scored twice and added an assist to help the Vancouver Canucks keep their playoff hopes alive with a 7-4 win over the depleted Ottawa Senators on Wednesday night.

Capital Offense. Lightning Bolt With 2 Points Despite Washington's 58 Shots

Andrei Vasilevskiy piled up the saves, and the Tampa Bay Lightning and Washington Capitals traded blows in a thrilling potential playoff preview.

Shooting Ducks.Jets' Edge Closer To Clinching By Making Short Work Of Anaheim

Kyle Connor had a goal and an assist in the Winnipeg Jets' fourth straight victory, 3-0 over the Anaheim Ducks on Wednesday night.

Turning Over A New Leaf? Toronto Posts Big Win Over Struggling Sabres

John Tavares and Austin Matthews each had a goal and assist, and the Toronto Maple Leafs won for just the second time in six games, beating the Buffalo Sabres 4-2 on Wednesday night.

Back To The Beginning. Petey Breaks The Record In The Same Rink He Was Drafted In

Elias Pettersson talks about recording the most points by rookie for the Canucks and setting the mark where he was drafted.

Knights Beat San Jose In Latest Joust For Home Ice Advantage

Reilly Smith and Jonathan Marchessault each had four points and the Vegas Golden Knights won for the ninth time in 10 games, beating the San Jose Sharks 7-3 on Monday night.

Record Setting Night For Stamkos And The Lightning

Steven Stamkos scored against the Coyotes to break Vincent Lecavalier’s record for goals scored with the Tampa Bay Lightning, making it 384 goals for the team’s captain.

Bo Knows OT Hockey.......

Bo Horvat scored 16 seconds into overtime, and the Vancouver Canucks stopped Chicago's five-game win streak with a 3-2 victory over the Blackhawks on Monday night.

First Placed Jets' Rout Royalty In L.A.

Kyle Connor had a goal and an assist, leading the Winnipeg Jets to a 3-2 win over the Los Angeles Kings on Monday night.

Adding Lightning To The Trophy Case.......

The Tampa Bay Lightning have clinched the Presidents' Trophy thanks to a 4-1 win over the Arizona Coyotes on Monday.

Expect Phenom Pettersson To Break A Lot More Records Along The Way

Watch as Elias Pettersson picks up an assist on this Markus Grandlund goal to set the rookie record for points by a Vancouver Canucks player.

Canucks sign defenceman Jett Woo to entry-level contract

The blue-liner has shown a burgeoning offensive side with the Moose Jaw Warriors this season

WHL: Blazers, Rockets win to set up TIEBREAKER game for playoff spot

PRINCE GEORGE, B.C. — The Western Hockey League will need a tiebreaker to determine the final playoff spot.

Alberta will attempt to repeat as champions after shutting out Saskatchewan

The Rules Of Thirds. Blues Win The Battle Of Two Playoff Hungry Teams

PITTSBURGH -- Jordan Binnington made 40 saves, and the St. Louis Blues ended a three-game losing streak with a 5-1 win against the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena on Saturday.

Sharks Circle, But Can't Take Down The Preds

SAN JOSE -- The San Jose Sharks missed a chance to clinch a berth in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, losing to the Nashville Predators 4-2 at SAP Center on Saturday.San Jose remained one point behind the Calgary Flames for first place in the Pacific Division and Western Conference. The Flames lost to the Winnipeg Jets 2-1 on Saturday.

Lightning Quite Happy To Drive 55.......For Now.

TAMPA -- The Tampa Bay Lightning set their records for wins and points in a season with a 6-3 victory against the Washington Capitals at Amalie Arena on Saturday.

With The Luck Of The Irish. Bruins Tap-Out The Jackets In OT

Brad Marchand scored 3:30 into the overtime, lifting the Boston Bruins to a 2-1 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday night.

No Flame-Out Here. Jets' Running Hot In Big Win Over Calgary

Winnipeg Jets winger Mathieu Perreault felt like he had scored a game-winning goal in the playoffs.

Habs' Just Weren't Jesperit Enough On Offence......

The Montreal Canadiens are running out of time to grab a playoff spot. It's now on Claude Julien and the players to find another gear.

From The Outhouse To The Penthouse. Bottom Dwelling Sens Humble Struggling Leafs

Magnus Paajarvi scored two goals to lead the last-place Ottawa Senators to a 6-2 win over the slumping Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday night.

Drive-Thu In The Desert. McD Serves Up A Double As Oilers Top The 'Yotes

Connor McDavid scored two goals, including the winner in overtime, to lead the Edmonton Oilers to a 3-2 victory over the Arizona Coyotes on Saturday night.

How the Humboldt Broncos tragedy was further complicated by a $15.2-million outpouring of support

The Saskatchewan bus crash changed the lives of 29 families − but once $15.2-million became involved, the question of who was affected the most had to be resolved

Kessel absolutely loving Hornqvist's inability to put the puck in the empty net

The best hair at the Minnesota boys' high school hockey tournament

From bleach jobs to mullets to stripes to mustaches, from hair flips to blown kisses to winks, our picks for the best of the best for 2019.

10 things to keep an eye on as the CHL regular season comes to an end

TORONTO — The Canadian Hockey League is down to only a handful of games remaining for each team, and there's plenty to pay attention to before the playoffs begin.The Quebec Major Junior League season wraps up on March 16, while the Ontario Hockey League and Western Hockey League finish one day later.Here

Apparently A "Massive Dust-Up" Has A Much Different Meaning These Days......

Matthew Tkachuk’s run into Marc-Andre Fleury sparked a massive dust-up between the Flames and Golden Knights, and very nearly caused David Rittich and Fleury to drop the gloves for an old-fashioned goalie fight.

What An Amazing Accomplishment For The Broncos' Organization......

The rebuilt Humboldt Broncos hockey team is heading to the playoffs.

Holtby Gets His 250th, And OV's Right Behind Sid.

Alex Ovechkin and Nicklas Backstrom each had a goal and an assist, and the Washington Capitals beat the Philadelphia Flyers 5-3 Wednesday night to reclaim sole possession of first place in the Metropolitan Division.

Put On Your Rally Caps. Blues' Late Push Completes Comeback Against Anaheim

Robert Thomas and Alex Pietrangelo scored 12 seconds apart late in the third period as the St. Louis Blues rallied for a 5-4 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Wednesday night.

Canucks Typically Fair Better When Playing An Aggressive, Offensive Style

Alex Edler scored 3:11 into overtime as the Vancouver Canucks rallied past the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-2 on Wednesday night.

A Mystery Unravelled........

Five years ago, Vancouver Canucks star centre Ryan Kesler became public enemy No. 1 after being traded to the Pacific Division rival Anaheim Ducks. Kesler ...

Bee's Help Keep Their Playoff Hopes Alive With A Big OT Win

David Krejci scored 1:36 into overtime to lift the Boston Bruins to a 4-3 win over the Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday night.

Yep, It Does Kinda' Feels Like Rheumatism Right Now.......

To understand the Vancouver Canucks’ lack of offensive depth, you do not need to dissect the bottom of the lineup, but merely look at the top of it.