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The final showdown: Predictions for Canadiens-Sabres Game 7
Who will take on the Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference finals? Our reporters make their predictions.
Stanley Cup playoffs daily: What to watch in Sabres-Canadiens Game 7
The final game of Round 2 is upon us, with Carolina awaiting the winner. Plus, updated playoff stats.
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WESTERN CONFERENCE FINALS
Early look at the Avalanche-Golden Knights matchup in the Western Conference finals
Who will represent the West in the Stanley Cup Final? Get set with key stats, schedule and more.
Erik Johnson's prediction for Golden Knights-Avs
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'Blast from the past': How Taylor Hall found his MVP form again with the Hurricanes
The No. 1 pick (2010) and Hart Trophy winner (2018) is a critical player for the Canes, who have yet to lose this postseason.
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Keys to the offseason: Free agency plans for Ducks, Wild and every eliminated NHL team
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast expectations for 2026-27.
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- Wild's Gustavsson to have offseason hip surgery
- Ruff's rallying cry riles up Sabres in Game 6 win
- Silent Knights: Media freeze-out costs VGK, Torts
- Canada routs Denmark behind Crosby's 4 assists
- Celebrini shines as Canada blanks Italy at worlds
- Hughes 'definitely open' to extension with Wild
- Wild vets reveal injuries that kept them out vs. Avs
- 🏒 Gavin McKenna's path to expected No. 1 pick
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NHL teams' offseason keys, including free agency, draft needs
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast expectations for 2026-27.
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How Taylor Hall found his MVP form again with the Hurricanes
The No. 1 pick (2010) and Hart Trophy winner (2018) is a critical player for the Canes, who have yet to lose this postseason.
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Conn Smythe Watch: Who's leading for Stanley Cup MVP?
A chaotic opening round means it's a wide-open field. Here are the players leading the charge as Round 2 begins.
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2026 NHL draft order: Picks 1-16 following the draft lottery
Here's a list of the top picks in the event taking place in Buffalo on June 26 and 27.
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2026 NHL draft: Gavin McKenna, Ivar Stenberg top rankings
Who will be selected early in the draft in June? Here's an updated list of the top 32 players available.
