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Postseason results, series developments and the Stanley Cup. Each story keeps its publication date so previews and completed games remain distinguishable.
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Zach Werenski Ties Playoff Success to Long-Term Columbus Blue Jackets Future
Reigning Norris Trophy winner Zach Werenski recorded 81 points last season and aims to lead Columbus back to the playoffs before his contract expires in 2028.
Patrick Kane Rejoins Blackhawks on Two-Year, $16 Million Contract
Patrick Kane has signed a two-year deal with the Chicago Blackhawks worth $8 million annually, reuniting the three-time Stanley Cup champion with the franchise.
Tortorella Out in Vegas After 7-0-1 Finish and Stanley Cup Final Run
John Tortorella led the Vegas Golden Knights to a sweep of the Colorado Avalanche before falling in six games during the Stanley Cup Final.
Gavin McKenna Targets Calder Trophy and Playoffs After 51-Point NCAA Season
Toronto Maple Leafs winger Gavin McKenna outlined his rookie goals at the NHLPA Rookie Showcase following a 51-point freshman season at Penn State.
Hurricanes Raise Second Stanley Cup Banner Sept. 29 vs. Panthers
The 2026-27 NHL season begins with a 1,344-game schedule, featuring a banner-raising ceremony in Raleigh and an expanded 84-game format for all 32 clubs.
Sabres Sign Zach Benson to 7-Year, $52.5 Million Contract After Playoff Breakout
Buffalo winger Zach Benson signed a seven-year, $52.5 million contract extension through 2032-33 after leading the team with five playoff goals.
Avalanche Trade Valeri Nichushkin to Blue Jackets in Roster Shakeup
The Colorado Avalanche traded winger Valeri Nichushkin to the Columbus Blue Jackets on Thursday to reshape their roster following a playoff exit.
NHL Playoff Race Intensifies After 30 Teams Compete on Saturday
A massive 15-game Saturday schedule reshaped the NHL playoff race, featuring critical wild card movement and high-scoring performances across the league.
Sabres Clinch Playoff Berth with 46-22-8 Record to End 14-Season Drought
The Buffalo Sabres secured their first postseason appearance since 2011 on Saturday, ending an NHL-record 14-year drought with six games remaining.
Florida Panthers Eliminated from Playoffs Following 9-4 Loss to Pittsburgh
A 9-4 defeat against Pittsburgh officially ended the Florida Panthers' season, marking the first time since 2023 that a new NHL champion will be crowned.
Wild Secure Postseason Berth with 5-2 Victory Over Vancouver Canucks
The Minnesota Wild officially clinched a spot in the NHL playoffs during their 75th game of the season by defeating Vancouver 5-2 on Thursday night.
NHL Enforces $95.5M Playoff Cap Limit via New SAP Calculator Tool
NHL teams must now ensure dressed playoff lineups do not exceed a $95.5 million salary limit using a new SAP-NHL Front Office App calculator.
Ranking the Top 16 Stanley Cup Playoff Bandwagons for Ousted Fans
A comprehensive guide ranking the most compelling secondary rooting interests for the 16 fan bases whose NHL teams missed the postseason cut.
Toronto Dismisses General Manager Brad Treliving Following Postseason Elimination
The Toronto front office has officially terminated the contract of General Manager Brad Treliving during his third season after the club failed to qualify for the NHL playoffs.
NHL Playoff Race: 15-Game Saturday Reshapes Postseason Bracket
A massive 15-game schedule on Saturday delivered crucial results for the NHL playoff race, impacting wild-card positions in both the Eastern and Western Conferences.
NHL Statistical Breakdown: Every Franchise's Leader in Career Playoff Points
Wayne Gretzky's 382 points remain the gold standard as we examine the all-time postseason scoring leaders for every active NHL organization.
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.
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.
Quantifying the Most Entertaining 2026 NHL Playoff Matchups
A data-driven ranking of the most compelling first-round NHL playoff matchups for the 2026 postseason based on offensive production and rivalry history.
Metro Division Playoff Watch: Top Four Teams Take the Ice Sunday
The Metro Division playoff watch heats up as the top four teams compete on Sunday following a critical Saturday of NHL action.
Colorado Avalanche Secure Postseason Berth with 4-1 Victory Over Chicago
The Colorado Avalanche became the first NHL team to clinch a playoff spot this season following a 4-1 win against the Blackhawks, led by goals from Necas and Kadri.
Mammoth-Golden Knights Face Off Thursday in Potential First-Round Preview
The Mammoth-Golden Knights game on Thursday serves as a critical litmus test for a potential mid-April postseason series.
Sharks Playoff Finish: San Jose Targets Pacific Division or Wild Card Spot
The San Jose Sharks enter the final stretch with two postseason paths available: a wild card berth or a top-three seed in the Pacific Division.
NHL Playoff Watch: Identifying the Wild Card Bracket Buster
The current NHL playoff watch evaluates which projected wild card teams possess the potential to disrupt the postseason bracket.