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NHL playoff watch: How high can the Kraken finish?
The second-year team is in good position for a playoff spot and could overtake more teams. Plus: full playoff projections, updated draft lottery standings and more.
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House of Hockey: Justin Bieber collaborates with Toronto Maple Leafs
House of Hockey focuses on making the game more accessible for all through challenging barriers that keep youth out of the sport.
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FRANCHISE-CHANGER AT NO. 1
RANKING LOTTERY TEAMS
Wyshynski: Which NHL team contends the fastest with Connor Bedard?
We rank the 11 teams that can win the draft lottery and select the franchise-changing forward first overall this summer.
LOVE OF HOCKEY
Wait ... Michael Bublé owns a hockey team?
The superstar crooner is a huge hockey fan and is part owner of a junior team. We talked to him about his love of the sport, how he got into ownership and if he has his eyes on the NHL.
NEXT WAVE OF COACHES, GMS
HIRING SEASON IS COMING SOON
Who are the top candidates for NHL coach, GM jobs?
Hiring season will be upon us before you know it. Here are the people that could be line for the opportunities, including Cammi Granato, Spencer Carbery and Joel Ward.
FROZEN FOUR
APRIL 6-8 ON ESPN2
Breaking down the Frozen Four: Michigan, Quinnipiac, Minnesota, Boston University
The matchups in Tampa promise to be thrillers, featuring plenty of star power, high-octane offense and stellar defense.
BRUINS CHASING HISTORY
RECORDS IN REACH
Chasing history in Boston: The numbers behind the Bruins' wild 2022-23 season
The B's are on pace for NHL records in wins and points, along with some individual superlatives as well. Follow along here with our updated tracker.
OTL ON SC
The NHL's dilemma with Pride Nights
BUSY WEEK IN THE NHL
KEY GAMES ON THE CALENDAR
NHL insiders debate biggest game this week, wild-card races
As the playoff races heat up, a number of critical matchups dot the schedule. Plus, which team will emerge as the best of the West?
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- Bruins wrap up Presidents' Trophy with OT win
- Rangers secure Chytil with 4-year, $17.75M deal
- Sharks D Knyzhov receives two-year extension
- Red Wings' Fabbri to miss remainder of season
- Senators D Chabot likely to miss rest of season
- Predators play for Nashville after tragic shooting
- Blackhawks captain Toews hints at retirement
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Everything you need to know about the NHL-Fanatics jersey deal
Why did the league choose Fanatics? How soon will we see changes for teams? What other innovations are in the works?
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Boston Bruins record tracker: Wins, points, milestones
The B's are on pace for NHL records in wins and points, along with some individual superlatives as well. Follow along here with our updated tracker.
Ovechkin 800
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Ovechkin 800
As Alex Ovechkin joins the elite 800-goal club, we break down the highlights, numbers and moments along his journey -- and what comes next.
