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NHL playoff watch: Projecting the Sabres' first-round opponent
Wednesday's matchup against Boston could be repeated in April. Plus, updated playoff projections after Tuesday's massive slate.
Ranking the best possible Stanley Cup playoff first-round matchups
Which combos would be the most entertaining? Here's our list for 2026.
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A WHOLE NEW WORLD
'We're all still learning': How NIL, big-money schools are impacting college hockey
Can competitive balance survive in the sport with the widest variety of athletic programs?
NHL SCOREBOARD
MUST-SEE ON THE ICE
Yegor Sharangovich laughs after accidental shootout winner
Jack Hughes lights the lamp for second time
TOP YOUNG PLAYERS
Ranking each NHL team's top prospect: Hagens, Iginla, Martone, more
Scouting notes on the top young players set to make an impact for each club -- possibly quite soon.
How Jack Hughes' 'golden goal' has changed him, according to teammates, opponents, himself
ROAD TO THE FROZEN FOUR
MEN'S COLLEGE HOCKEY
Breaking down the men's hockey tournament: Who will make it to Vegas?
Our experts analyze the NCAA bracket, including making their picks for the Frozen Four.
Men's hockey tournament: Matchups, capsules for every team
The road to the Frozen Four is set. Here's a look at the complete schedule, plus key information on all 16 teams.
FANTASY HOCKEY
Pickups: Why your playoff lineup needs Rangers, Blackhawks forwards
The essential Monday guide to fantasy hockey pickups, with who to add and how to get set for the week ahead.
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- Lightning captain Hedman taking temporary leave
- McDavid tops 400 goals: 'Something that I work at'
- Top Hawks prospect Frondell has assist in debut
- Bruins sign top prospect Hagens, 19, to AHL deal
- Sens hold Rangers to NHL's fewest shots since '03
- Canes, Kraken to play in Helsinki in November
- Blues sign Sacred Heart's Trudeau to contract
- 📝 Report cards for biggest deals of 2025-26
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NHL Awards Watch: Who's leading for Hart, Norris, Calder?
With about a month left in the season, here's how PHWA voters are feeling about all the major awards.
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NHL trade grades: Report cards for biggest deals of 2025-26
Hockey trade season is heating up! Find grades for each GM involved in all the big swaps here.
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How John Tavares' mental health focus has lifted his play
Through his foundation, the Maple Leafs center has driven awareness of the mental health conversation.
