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Sabres or Canadiens in Game 7? X factors, top players, final score predictions
Who will take on the Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference finals? Our reporters make their predictions.
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Stanley Cup playoffs daily: What to watch in Sabres-Canadiens Game 7
The final game of Round 2 is upon us, with Carolina awaiting the winner. Plus, updated playoff stats.
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WESTERN CONFERENCE FINALS
Early look at the Avalanche-Golden Knights matchup in the Western Conference finals
Who will represent the West in the Stanley Cup Final? Get set with key stats, schedule and more.
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'Blast from the past': How Taylor Hall found his MVP form again with the Hurricanes
The No. 1 pick (2010) and Hart Trophy winner (2018) is a critical player for the Canes, who have yet to lose this postseason.
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Keys to the offseason: Free agency plans for Ducks, Wild and every eliminated NHL team
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast expectations for 2026-27.
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How the Sabres can win Game 7
Greg Wyshynski gives his keys for the Sabres in their Game 7 matchup with the Canadiens.
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Stanley Cup odds: Canadiens-Sabres head to Game 7, Hurricanes odds-on favorites in the East
The Colorado Avalanche, Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights remain the Stanley Cup favorites.
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- U.S. rebounds at hockey worlds, beats Britain
- Celebrini shines as Canada blanks Italy at worlds
- Hughes 'definitely open' to extension with Wild
- Wild vets reveal injuries that kept them out vs. Avs
- Oilers fire Knoblauch after two Cup Final runs
- 🏒 Gavin McKenna's path to expected No. 1 pick
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NHL teams' offseason keys, including free agency, draft needs
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast expectations for 2026-27.
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How Taylor Hall found his MVP form again with the Hurricanes
The No. 1 pick (2010) and Hart Trophy winner (2018) is a critical player for the Canes, who have yet to lose this postseason.
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Conn Smythe Watch: Who's leading for Stanley Cup MVP?
A chaotic opening round means it's a wide-open field. Here are the players leading the charge as Round 2 begins.
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2026 NHL draft order: Picks 1-16 following the draft lottery
Here's a list of the top picks in the event taking place in Buffalo on June 26 and 27.
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2026 NHL draft: Gavin McKenna, Ivar Stenberg top rankings
Who will be selected early in the draft in June? Here's an updated list of the top 32 players available.
