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Growing up in California meant there were always great teams nearby. Watching baseball games, football games, and hockey games solidified a love of sports. Being well-versed in the complexities of hockey, Madeleine was inspired to write about the game. Madeleine is a contributor for The Lead, and a student at UC San Diego.

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Jun 11, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Jordan Staal (11) celebrates after scoring during the first period against the Vegas Golden Knights in game five of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images
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Who’s Leading the 2026 Conn Smythe Trophy Race?

Each year, the Professional Hockey Writers Association votes on the winner of the Conn Smythe Trophy. In this vote, the writers evaluate a...

June 12, 2026
Jun 1, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Vegas Golden Knights center Jack Eichel (9) during media day for the 2026 Stanley Cup Final at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images
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The 2026 Stanley Cup Finals Are Going to Be a Defensive Clinic

The Carolina Hurricanes and the Las Vegas Golden Knights are set to meet in the 2026 Stanley Cup Final. There are a lot...

June 2, 2026
May 3, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; the Montreal Canadiens head coach Martin St. Louis and goalie Jakub Dobes (75) react to beating the Tampa Bay Lightning in game seven of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images
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Martin St. Louis’s Coaching Style Fits Young Canadiens Roster

Martin St. Louis retired with an Art Ross, a Hart, three Lady Byng Memorial Trophies, a Ted Lindsay Award, and one Stanley Cup...

May 27, 2026
May 9, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Logan Stankoven (22) celebrates a goal with teammates against the Philadelphia Flyers in game four of the second round of the 2026 Stanely Cup Playoffs at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Lang-Imagn Images
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Depth Scoring Will Play a Key Role Hurricanes-Candiens Series

The Montreal Canadiens and the Carolina Hurricanes will face off in the long-awaited Eastern Conference Final. With the Canadiens coming off their second...

May 21, 2026