Auston Matthews fell short of his goal of scoring 70 goals in a season during the Toronto Maple Leafs’ loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning in the regular-season finale. Despite firing off 12 shots on goal, he was unable to find the back of the net due to the stellar performance of rookie goalie Matt
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After 19 years as the Boston Bruins’ play-by-play announcer, Jack Edwards has announced his retirement. His tenure with the team began in 2005, describing it as his dream job after more than a decade at ESPN. Recently, Edwards has faced challenges with slowed speech, but he has continued to push through with the support of
The Buffalo Sabres made a decision to fire coach Don Granato after the team closed the season with a 4-2 win at Tampa Bay. The team finished with a 39-27-6 record but had been eliminated from playoff contention the week before. Granato had taken over as head coach mid-season in 2021 after Ralph Krueger was
Cutter Gauthier, the standout player from Boston College, has caught the attention of the Anaheim Ducks with his exceptional performance in the NCAA. His record-breaking 38 goals in a single season have earned him a three-year, entry-level contract with the Ducks. Gauthier is set to make his NHL debut on Thursday as the Ducks close
In a stunning upset, Denver’s hockey team emerged victorious over the No. 1 overall seed Boston College, with a final score of 2-0. This triumph marked Denver’s 10th national championship win, solidifying their status as one of the most successful teams in collegiate hockey history. Led by players Jared Wright and Rieger Lorenz, Denver displayed
As the Edmonton Oilers gear up for an important matchup against the Vancouver Canucks, the stakes are high. With Vancouver holding a three-point lead in the Pacific Division standings, Edmonton is eager to close the gap and secure the top spot. The Oilers have already secured home ice for at least the first round of
Sidney Crosby has been on a mission to lead the Pittsburgh Penguins to a playoff berth, and his performance against Detroit showcased his greatness. Crosby not only reached the milestone of 1,000 career assists, becoming the 14th player in NHL history to do so, but also solidified his place as the league’s 10th all-time leading
Noah Hanifin, a 27-year-old defenseman, has recently signed an eight-year contract extension worth $7.35 million annually with the Vegas Golden Knights. This move comes after the Golden Knights acquired Hanifin in a trade with the Calgary Flames and the Philadelphia Flyers. The signing of Hanifin to a long-term deal solidifies the team’s defensive core and
In a recent game between the New York Rangers and the New York Islanders, tensions were high as Rangers coach Peter Laviolette criticized two hits by Islanders players as “vicious.” The game ended with a 4-2 loss for the Rangers, but the controversy extended beyond the scoreline. During the game, Rangers center Mika Zibanejad was
The New Jersey Devils announced on Tuesday that star center Jack Hughes will be undergoing season-ending shoulder surgery. This comes as a devastating blow to the team as they are in the midst of a playoff push and Hughes has been a key player for them throughout the season. Hughes, along with his family, representatives,
Tyler Seguin showcased his offensive prowess by scoring two goals for the Dallas Stars in their decisive 7-4 victory over the Colorado Avalanche. His contribution was vital in securing the win and maintaining the team’s lead in the Western Conference. Power-play Goals by Thomas Harley Thomas Harley played a key role in setting up all
The Colorado Avalanche are facing a significant setback as forward Mikko Rantanen remains in concussion protocol and will be sidelined for their upcoming game against the Dallas Stars. This absence marks the end of Rantanen’s impressive streak of 161 consecutive games, highlighting his importance to the team. Rantanen’s absence comes at a crucial time for