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Stanley Cup playoffs
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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- A qualification scenario, a draw, a match preview and a completed result answer different questions. Start with the event date and stage.
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- Predictions and possible opponents are not results. Historical scenarios do not describe today's standings.
Latest reports
Stanley Cup Champion Defenseman Lyle Odelein Dies at 58
Lyle Odelein, who recorded 2,316 penalty minutes across 1,056 NHL games, died Friday at the age of 58.
Washington Capitals Visit Carolina Hurricanes in Early Season Metro Clash
Alex Ovechkin returns for the Washington Capitals as they open their 2026-27 campaign against the defending Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes.
Florida Panthers Predicted to Win 2026-27 Stanley Cup Over Colorado Avalanche
The Florida Panthers are projected to win their third Stanley Cup in four years by defeating the Colorado Avalanche in the 2026-27 finals.
Hurricanes, Panthers, and Avalanche Favored for 2027 Stanley Cup
Florida and Carolina share +650 odds at DraftKings, while Caesars lists the Colorado Avalanche as the +600 favorite to win the title.
Hurricanes Receive Stanley Cup Rings With Hidden 'Storm Surge' Tribute
Carolina Hurricanes players received championship rings on Sunday featuring 900 stones and a hidden pendant honoring their victory in Vegas.
Florida Panthers Predicted to Win 2027 Stanley Cup; Dylan Larkin Expected to Remain in Detroit
The Florida Panthers are projected to win the 2027 Stanley Cup following the addition of Brady Tkachuk and a year of recovery for Aleksander Barkov.
Sharks Sign Ryan Warsofsky to Multiyear Extension After Brink of Playoff Berth
Coach Ryan Warsofsky signed a multiyear extension with the San Jose Sharks on Thursday after leading the team to a 34-point improvement last season.
Hurricanes Captain Jordan Staal Signs One-Year Contract Extension
Postseason MVP Jordan Staal signed a one-year extension with the Carolina Hurricanes that includes a $4 million signing bonus.
Canadiens Sign Martin St. Louis to Multiyear Extension
Head coach Martin St. Louis has signed a multiyear extension with the Montreal Canadiens after leading the team to consecutive playoff berths.
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.