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NHL Playoffs

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May 3, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning forward Dominic James (17) reacts to losing to the Montreal Canadiens 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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What Were the NHL Playoffs’ Two Biggest First-Round Upsets?

The first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs puts structure and calmness to the test. Teams can recover from mistakes over the course...

May 11, 2026
Apr 13, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin (71) warms up before a game against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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The Detroit Red Wings Need Major Changes This Offseason

Changes are needed to fix the Detroit Red Wings after the 2025-26 season. With a 5-3 loss at home last weekend to the...

April 15, 2026
Mar 21, 2026; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Dallas Stars forward Justin Hryckowian (49) and Minnesota Wild forward Mats Zuccarello (36) face off during the third period at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-Imagn Images
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How Do Wild Stack Up Against Their Most Likely Playoff Opponents?

With the 2025–2026 NHL regular season winding down, the Central Division is shaping up to deliver one of the most competitive playoff races...

March 27, 2026
Jan 19, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Minnesota Wild forward Marcus Foligno (17) (center) celebrates with defenseman Brock Faber (7) and forward Nico Sturm (78) after scoring his third goal of the game against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images
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Are the Wild Just a Playoff Team or a Playoff Threat?

The Minnesota Wild’s blend of talent, structure, and consistency at even strength has kept them competitive in a tight Western Conference, yet something...

January 28, 2026