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May 14, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Buffalo Sabres right wing Josh Doan (91) celebrates his goal with teammates during the first period against the Montréal Canadiens in game five of the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images
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From Rebuilding to Resilience, Sabres Season Offers Plenty To Celebrate

The Buffalo Sabres have a lot to be proud of this season. Despite a painful Game 7 defeat to the Montreal Canadiens in...

May 27, 2026
May 25, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens goaltender Jakub Dobes (75) reacts after a collision during the second period against the Carolina Hurricanes in game three of the Eastern Conference Final of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images
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Hockey Remains Canada’s Unquestioned Top Obsession

Hockey occupies a massive place in Canadian culture. They expect to be contenders in every major hockey tournament. Despite both the men’s and...

May 26, 2026
Apr 24, 2016; Saint Paul, MN, USA; Minnesota Wild fans "go crazy" to Prince's hit song "Let's Go Crazy" each time the Wild score one of four goals during the third period Minnesota Wild Dallas Starsin game six of the first round of the 2016 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Xcel Energy Center. The Stars win 5-4 over the Wild. Mandatory Credit: Marilyn Indahl-USA TODAY Sports
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Which Teams Have the NHL’s Top 10 Goal Songs?

After last week’s article covering the NHL’s top 10 goal horns, it’s only fitting that we cover the top 10 goal songs this...

May 26, 2026
Apr 19, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Vegas Golden Knights center Brett Howden (21) grabs the jersey of Utah Mammoth right wing JJ Peterka (77) during the first period of game one of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
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Is It Too Early to Declare the JJ Peterka Trade a Bust for the Mammoth?

The second season for the Utah Mammoth was full of highs and lows. In their second season ever, they made the postseason for...

May 25, 2026
Feb 25, 2026; Newark, New Jersey, USA; New Jersey Devils head coach Sheldon Keefe speaks to media after the game against the Buffalo Sabres at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images
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Devils Head Coach Sheldon Keefe Is On the Hot Seat

Sheldon Keefe will officially return as Head Coach of the New Jersey Devils heading into the 2026-27 season, as confirmed by insider Elliotte...

May 22, 2026
May 16, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Buffalo Sabres left wing Zach Benson (6) reacts after scoring a goal against the Montreal Canadiens during the second period in game six of the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
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Who Stood Out, Disappointed in Sabres’ Playoff Run?

​The Buffalo Sabres’ season came to an abrupt end when Alex Newhook scored the Game 7 overtime goal to bring the Montreal Canadiens...

May 22, 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
May 13, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche players celebrate after the game as Minnesota Wild goaltender Jesper Wallstedt (30) lies on the ice next to defenseman Jared Spurgeon (46) in game five of the second round of the 2026 Stanely Cup Playoffs at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
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The Minnesota Wild Have A Major Offseason Ahead

The Minnesota Wild have a major offseason ahead. After blowing a 3-0 lead in Game 5 vs the Colorado Avalanche, their season came...

May 20, 2026
Apr 27, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Evgeni Malkin (71) stretches on the ice to warm up against the Philadelphia Flyers in game five of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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The Pittsburgh Penguins Have a Litany of Questions to Answer This Summer

The Pittsburgh Penguins haven’t won a playoff series since eliminating their in-state rival, the Philadelphia Flyers, in 2018. In 2026, those same Flyers...

May 18, 2026
May 14, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Buffalo Sabres left wing Jason Zucker (17) reacts after scoring a goal during the first period against the Montréal Canadiens in game five of the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images
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Who Has the NHL’s Top 10 Goal Horns?

Goal horns are a critical part of the hockey experience. When a team scores a goal, the players and fans get to briefly...

May 15, 2026
May 3, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Montreal Canadiens goalie Jakub Dobes (75), defenseman Kaiden Guhle (21) and forward Nick Suzuki (14) react to beating the Tampa Bay Lightning in game seven of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Benchmark International Arena.
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Jakub Dobeš Is Becoming Playoff Hero for the Montreal Canadiens

Jakub Dobeš is becoming a playoff hero for the Montreal Canadiens. After Game 3’s dominant 6-2 win at the “Centre Bell“, the Habs...

May 14, 2026
May 1, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; The Vegas Golden Knights and Utah Mammoth shake hands after game six of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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Physicality and Experience Drove the Utah Mammoth to Extinction

Game 6 did not go according to plan for the Utah Mammoth. After a heartbreaking Game 5, the young squad felt confident they...

May 12, 2026
Mar 28, 2026; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Islanders right wing Simon Holmstrom (92) celebrates his goal against the Florida Panthers with defenseman Matthew Schaefer (48) during the second period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Who Should the Islanders Draft With Their First Round Pick?

After missing the playoffs this season, the New York Islanders found themselves back in the draft lottery in back-to-back years. Unlike last season,...

May 12, 2026
Mar 24, 2026; Elmont, New York, USA; Chicago Blackhawks center Anton Frondell (15) talks to center Connor Bedard (98) and defenseman Alex Vlasic (72) during the third period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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The Chicago Blackhawks Have the No. 4 Pick, What Now?

Luck was against the Chicago Blackhawks in this year’s draft lottery. They fell to the No. 4 pick, the lowest possible pick they...

May 11, 2026