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Showdown Saturday: 15 Games Reshape the NHL Playoff Race
With 30 teams in action and 21 days left in the regular season, Showdown Saturday serves as the ultimate litmus test for postseason contenders.
Alex Ovechkin Notches 34th Career Hat Trick in Capitals' 7-4 Victory Over Mammoth
Alex Ovechkin scored three goals to lead the Washington Capitals past the Utah Mammoth 7-4 on Thursday night in Salt Lake City.
Evan Rodrigues Suffers Broken Finger in Panthers' 3-2 Loss to Minnesota Wild
Forward Evan Rodrigues likely faces a season-ending absence after breaking a finger on his right hand during Florida's 3-2 defeat against the Wild.
Sidney Crosby Injury Forces Early Exit in Penguins' 4-3 Shootout Win Over Senators
Sidney Crosby injury concerns resurfaced Thursday as the captain exited Pittsburgh's 4-3 shootout victory against Ottawa after just nine shifts.
Thomas Chabot Sidelined: Senators Defenseman Out 8 Weeks With Broken Arm
Ottawa Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot faces a two-month recovery period following a broken arm diagnosis confirmed by coach Travis Green.
Rasmus Dahlin Fiancee Carolina Matovac Returns to Buffalo for Game vs. Boston
Carolina Matovac, the fiancee of Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin, attended her first game in Buffalo on Wednesday following a lifesaving heart transplant.
Red Wings Secure Jacob Bernard-Docker With Two-Year, $3.2 Million Extension
Defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker has signed a two-year contract extension with the Detroit Red Wings worth a total of $3.2 million.
Lightning Captain Victor Hedman Taking Temporary Leave for Personal Reasons
Tampa Bay Lightning captain Victor Hedman is taking a temporary leave of absence from the team for personal reasons as announced on Wednesday.
Sabres Playoff Projections: Wednesday Boston Matchup Previews First Round
Updated Sabres playoff projections suggest a potential April postseason series against Boston following Wednesday's scheduled matchup.