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Forecheck, Backcheck, Paycheck. Islanders Are Taking Fundamentals To The Playoff Bank

The New York Islanders are on the cusp of just their second playoff series win in more than a quarter-century.

Fasten Your Seatbelts, We May Be In For A Series Afterall

Patrik Laine scored for the third straight game and Kyle Connor scored twice as the Winnipeg Jets beat the St. Louis Blues 5-3 in Game 3 of their first-round series.

If You're Gonna' Do It...Do It Right. Blue Jackets' Attempt To Make History Tuesday, And With A Sweep No Less

The Columbus Blue Jackets are one win away from the first series victory in franchise history after a 3-1 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Heart Of Stone. Forward's First Ever Hat Trick Helps Vegas Takes A 2-1 Series Lead

After losing in the Stanley Cup Final last June, the Vegas Golden Knights looked to bolster their forward depth by trading for Max Pacioretty and signing Paul Stastny before the season. At the trade deadline, they dealt for Mark Stone.

Kadri Can Throw A Cross Check To The Face, But Leave Without Even Dropping His Gloves.....

Kucherov Handed Very Light-ning Suspension For Cheap Shot

NHL leading scorer Nikita Kucherov has been suspended for Game 3 of the Tampa Bay Lightning's first-round series against the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Close But No Cigar. Flames Almost Seal The Deal, But McK Snipes Top Shelf For OT Winner

Nathan MacKinnon scored at 8:28 in overtime as the Colorado Avalanche topped the Calgary Flames for a 3-2 win Saturday, tying their first-round playoff series at 1-1.

Charlie Don't Surf, But He Does Score. Coyle Gets First Of Playoffs In Physical Affair

Brad Marchand and Charlie Coyle scored during a raucous first period as the Boston Bruins downed the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-1 on Saturday to even their first-round playoff series at one game apiece.

A Cagey Veteran, OV's Passes, And A Dead Rat......Yep, That's Playoff Hockey

Brooks Orpik scored less than two minutes into overtime, Alex Ovechkin had two assists and the Washington Capitals beat the Carolina Hurricanes 4-3 on Saturday to give the defending Stanley Cup champions a 2-0 lead in the first-round series.

It's Only A Flesh Wound. Predators Avoid 0-2 Deficit With OT Victory Over Stars

Craig Smith scored five minutes into overtime to give the Nashville Predators a 2-1 victory over the Dallas Stars on Saturday, tying the first-round Western Conference series at 1-1.

Next Please. Drummondville And Rimouski Both Advance In The Q

Olivier Garneau scored twice as the Rimouski Oceanic defeated the Cape Breton Screaming Eagles 5-3 on Friday to win their Quebec Major Junior Hockey League playoff series.

UMassTerfull Performance. Minutemen's Makar Takes The Hobey Baker

Massachusetts defenceman Cale Makar has won the Hobey Baker Memorial Award as college hockey's top player.

It's A Push. Vegas Trumps San Jose To Even Things Up

The Vegas Golden Knights held on to top the San Jose Sharks in Game 2 on Friday night, claiming the win to even the series up at 1-1.

Island 'Berle.......What 'Cha Doing To The Penguins World?

Jordan Eberle scored the winner and added an assist as the New York Islanders topped the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-1 on Friday to take a 2-0 series lead in their first-round playoff matchup.

You're Only As Good As Your Last Game. Presidents' Trophy Winners Getting No Respect From Jackets In Post-Season

The Columbus Blue Jackets took down the Presidents’ Trophy-winning Tampa Bay Lightning for the second straight game, taking a 2-0 series lead.

No So White Out. Blues Take Both Games In The 'Peg To Grab 2-0 Series Lead

The St. Louis Blues held on for a narrow win in Game 2 against the Winnipeg Jets, taking a 2-0 lead in the first-round series.

Still No Clear Answers On McDavid's Ugly-Looking Injury

Earlier this week the Edmonton Oilers sent Connor McDavid for second and third opinions on his leg injury while they formulate a recovery plan, sources tell Sportsnet.

Start Fast, Finish Strong. Veteran Experience Pays Off For Caps In Game One

Nicklas Backstrom and Alex Ovechkin combined to score three goals on the first eight shots, and the defending Stanley Cup champion Washington Capitals survived a surge from Andrei Svechnikov and the Carolina Hurricanes to win Game 1 of their first-round series 4-2 on Thursday night.

Smith And Flames Melt The Avs In Game One

Mike Smith came up with a fair few highlight-reel stops, young gun Andrew Mangiapane scored in his post-season debut, and the Calgary Flames earned a Game 1 win over the Colorado Avalanche at home.

No Beard, But Lots Of Game For Marner

Mitch Marner scored twice, including one on a short-handed penalty shot, as the Toronto Maple Leafs downed the Boston Bruins 4-1 on Thursday to grab a 1-0 lead in their best-of-seven first-round playoff series

End Of The Year Assesment For Hab's Drouin

Jonathan Drouin is the most gifted player on the Montreal Canadiens but unlocking that on a more regular basis is tied to whether or not he can evolve into a more complete player.

Stormin' The Capital. Hurricanes Ready To Rock vs Washington

The surging Carolina Hurricanes look to knock off the reigning Stanley Cup champion Washington Capitals in a First Round battle

Beantown vs The Leafs......Should Be A Good One.

The Maple Leafs and Bruins rivalry heats up as they meet in the First Round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the second consecutive year

It All Starts Tonight. The Flames / Avs Preview

The Colorado Avalanche go head-to-head with the Pacific Division-champion Calgary Flames in the First Round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs

The Best Of The Bunch. NCAA Hobey Baker Choices Are Up

Given to the NCAA's top men's hockey player, we'll find out the winner of this year's Hobey Baker Award Friday night. With three solid players as your finalists, we look at what they did this season at which NHL team holds their rights.

Jones, Sharks shut down Golden Knights in Game 1

SAN JOSE -- Martin Jones made 24 saves for the San Jose Sharks in a 5-2 win against the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 1 of the Western Conference First Round at SAP Center on Wednesday.

Stars hang on for Game 1 win against Predators

NASHVILLE -- Miro Heiskanen had a goal and an assist for the Dallas Stars in a 3-2 win against the Nashville Predators in Game 1 of the Western Conference First Round at Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday.

The Legendary Coliseum Is Alive Again...!!

UNIONDALE, N.Y. -- Josh Bailey scored 4:39 into overtime to give the New York Islanders a 4-3 win against the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference First Round at Nassau Coliseum on Wednesday.

Blues Win Berube-Style, Even With Their Gloves On.

It is a Round 1 series that puts the St. Louis Blues inside the Winnipeg Whiteout. After one game of this Central Division matchup, however, the operative colours appear to be black and blue.

Four-Score And There Ain't No More........

Seth Jones scored the go-ahead goal on the power play to cap Columbus' three-goal third period, and the Blue Jackets rallied to beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3 in Game 1 of the teams' first-round Eastern Conference playoff series Wednesday night.

Ryan Poehling shines in NHL debut, leads Canadiens over Maple Leafs - Sportsnet.ca

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.

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.