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'We're all pulling for him': Why Brent Burns has an army of supporters this postseason
Does Brent Burns want to win a Cup for himself? Yes. Does he want to win it for the Avs? Of course. But there's another group in his mind, too.
Playoffs daily: Can the Avs bounce back in Game 2?
The Golden Knights hold a 1-0 series lead. Plus, highlights from Canes-Canadiens and updated playoff stats.
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MONTREAL TAKES GAME 1
EASTERN CONFERENCE FINALS
Juraj Slafkovsky secures win for Montreal with second goal of game
Road warrior Canadiens strike again: Grades from Montreal's win, questions for Game 2
Game 1 is a dominant showing for the Habs. Here's what it all means.
BREAKING DOWN PLAYOFFS MVP FIELD
Conn Smythe Watch: Who's leading for Stanley Cup playoffs MVP after Round 2?
Four teams remain alive in the postseason, with several legit candidates for playoff MVP.
CONFERENCE FINALS
Golden Knights take Game 1: Grades for both teams, players to watch
What stood out most from Game 1 of the Western Conference finals and what to look for in Game 2.
Goalie confidence ratings, X factors for NHL's final four
The semifinal round of the 2026 playoffs begins Wednesday. Here's what to know about all four clubs.
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Keys to the offseason: Free agency plans for Sabres, Ducks 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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Can Avalanche win without Cale Makar?
P.K. Subban and Pat McAfee discuss the impact of Cale Makar's absence as the Colorado Avalanche face a must-win game.
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- Avs star Makar ruled out for Game 2 vs. Vegas
- Canadiens pounce on Canes early, roll to G1 win
- Canes' Slavin: I handed Canadiens the game
- Canada beats Slovenia, now 5-0 at hockey worlds
- Duggan, Ryan named to final two PWHL GM roles
- Knights make another Game 1 statement, top Avs
- Avs feel 'trickle-down effect' with Makar sidelined
- Ducks' Terry needs surgery; timeline uncertain
- 👀 Expert picks for Avs-Knights, Canes-Canadiens
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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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What makes Gavin McKenna the expected No. 1 pick in the upcoming NHL draft
McKenna's story has taken him from Whitehorse, Yukon, to Medicine Hat to Penn State, with the NHL expected to be the next stop. What makes him a special prospect?
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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.
