3 Keys: Panthers at Golden Knights, Game 2 of Stanley Cup Final
Florida needs response from Tkachuk, to get faster on power play to even series
by Dan Rosen @drosennhl / NHL.com Senior Writer
(WC2) Panthers at (P1) Golden Knights
Stanley Cup Final, Game 2
Vegas leads best-of-7 series, 1-0
8 p.m. ET; TNT, TBS, truTV, CBC, SN, TVAS
Cronin hired as coach of Ducks, replaces Eakins
Will hold position for 1st time in NHL, guided Avalanche AHL affiliate for 5 seasons
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Greg Cronin was named coach of the Anaheim Ducks on Monday.
Caufield agrees to 8-year, $62.8 million contract with Canadiens
Forward could have been restricted free agent, had season-ending surgery Jan. 21
by Jon Lane @JonLaneNHL / NHL.com Staff Writer
Cole Caufield agreed to an eight-year, $62.8 million contract to stay with the Montreal Canadiens on Monday. It has an average annual value of $7.85 million.
Maurice, Panthers keeping it light, turn page to Game 2 of Cup Final
Players following veteran coach's lead, relaxed despite losing opener to Golden Knights
by Dan Rosen @drosennhl / NHL.com Senior Writer
LAS VEGAS -- All you have to do is watch and listen to Paul Maurice to know what this Stanley Cup Final, heck this entire season, means to the Florida Panthers and their coach.
Eichel has been 'complete package' for Golden Knights
Center getting it done both offensively, defensively entering Game 2 of Cup Final
by Tracey Myers @Tramyers_NHL / NHL.com Staff Writer
LAS VEGAS -- Jack Eichel finally seems to be in the right place at the right time for the Vegas Golden Knights.
2023 Stanley Cup Final schedule
Golden Knights face Panthers in championship series
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Here is the schedule for the 2023 Stanley Cup Final between the Vegas Golden Knights and Florida Panthers.
Theodore big reason for Golden Knights' playoff success
Goal in Game 1 of Stanley Cup Final key in taking series lead against Panthers
by Nicholas J. Cotsonika @cotsonika / NHL.com Columnist
LAS VEGAS -- Shea Theodore showed what he can do in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, scoring a spectacular goal in the Vegas Golden Knights' 5-2 win against the Florida Panthers at T-Mobile Arena on Saturday.
Devils to play Flyers, Rangers against Islanders at 2024 Stadium Series
MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, will host games Feb. 17-18
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The New Jersey Devils, Philadelphia Flyers, New York Rangers and New York Islanders will participate in the 2024 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Feb. 17-18.
Duclair took nothing for granted on road to Cup Final with Panthers
Forward emerged from NHL journeyman to valuable member of East champions
by Amalie Benjamin @AmalieBenjamin / NHL.com Staff Writer
LAS VEGAS -- None of this was guaranteed for Anthony Duclair. His NHL career was beginning to have that journeyman-type feel, with stops at the New York Rangers, Arizona Coyotes, Chicago Blackhawks, Columbus Blue Jackets and Ottawa Senators, all before he turned 25.
Bedard expected to start Combine interviews for 2023 Draft on Wednesday
Fantilli to arrive after fantastic finish to season; NTDP well-represented, homecoming for Sudbury forward Musty
by Mike G. Morreale @mikemorrealeNHL / NHL.com Staff Writer
The 2023 NHL Scouting Combine presented by adidas is taking place this week at KeyBank Center and HarborCenter in Buffalo. The combine will allow NHL teams an opportunity to conduct interviews and provide physical and medical assessments of the top prospects eligible for the 2023 Upper Deck NHL Draft. NHL.com will bring you all the sights and sounds.
60 Diamonds: Greatest picks from 60 NHL Drafts, Nos. 50-41
Zubov, Rinne among late-round steals; Matthews has lived up to hype as No. 1 selection
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The 2023 Upper Deck NHL Draft will mark the 60th anniversary of the selection process. That's a lot of great picks, and maybe a few not-so-great ones.
Whitecloud of Golden Knights never thought he'd become NHL player
Defenseman scored winner in Game 1 of Final against Panthers, hopes journey inspires Indigenous kids
by Bill Price @BillPriceNHL / NHL.com Editor in Chief
LAS VEGAS -- When Zach Whitecloud was growing up and playing hockey with his friends, he would dream about having a big moment in the Stanley Cup Final.
Hill's 'unbelievable' save sparks Golden Knights in Game 1 of Cup Final
Goalie uses paddle of stick to deny Cousins in win against Panthers
by Tracey Myers @Tramyers_NHL / NHL.com Staff Writer
LAS VEGAS -- Adin Hill was sliding away from the net when he lunged back at the last second, getting a piece of Nick Cousin's tip attempt with the paddle of his stick.
Panthers vow to learn from mistakes in Game 1 loss in Stanley Cup Final
Overcoming adversity in playoff run boosts confidence against Golden Knights
by Amalie Benjamin @AmalieBenjamin / NHL.com Staff Writer
LAS VEGAS -- Few things have bothered the Florida Panthers over the past six weeks of hockey, over the ups and downs, over the disbelief, over the questions about their rightful place in these Stanley Cup Playoffs and just how far they would get, exactly. Which is why one little loss was never going to put them out, even if it came in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final.
Bobrovsky strong for Panthers despite loss in Game 1 of Cup Final
Goalie 'was great from the start' but Florida couldn't contain Golden Knights in front
by Tom Gulitti @TomGulittiNHL / NHL.com Staff Writer
LAS VEGAS -- Sergei Bobrovsky couldn't stop what he couldn't see.
2023 Draft: Bedard to be in spotlight at NHL Scouting Combine
Projected top pick among 106 prospects invited to final showcase ahead of event
by Mike G. Morreale @mikemorrealeNHL / NHL.com Staff Writer
Connor Bedard, the expected top pick in the 2023 Upper Deck NHL Draft, is one of 106 prospects invited to participate in the 2023 NHL Scouting Combine presented by adidas at KeyBank Center and HarborCenter in Buffalo beginning Sunday.
Golden Knights have to 'stay humble' following Game 1 win in Cup Final
Determined to finish job against Panthers after falling short in previous trip 5 years ago
by Nicholas J. Cotsonika @cotsonika / NHL.com Columnist
LAS VEGAS -- It was almost exactly five years ago when the Vegas Golden Knights' incredible inaugural season ended in heartbreak. They lost Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final and watched the Washington Capitals celebrate on their home ice at T-Mobile Arena on June 7, 2018.
Las Vegas Strip decorates with Golden Knights logo for Stanley Cup Final
Casinos, hotels light up wishing team luck ahead of Game 1
by Anna Kulesa @akulesa_ / NHL.com Staff Writer
Las Vegas u-knight-ed to deck out The Strip in gold.
Theodore among top performers for Golden Knights in Game 1 of Cup Final
Honor roll, stock watch from Vegas' win against Panthers
by Paul Delos Santos / NHL.com Independent Correspondent
LAS VEGAS -- Who played well in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final? Sometimes it's easy to tell, sometimes it isn't. NHL.com graded the players in the Vegas Golden Knights' 5-2 win against the Florida Panthers at T-Mobile Arena on Saturday. Here are the players and trends that stood out the most.
Daily fantasy hockey picks, projections
Players to watch in key statistical categories for DFS contests; podcast analysis
by Fantasy Hockey Staff @NHLFantasy
NHL.com identifies daily fantasy hockey players to watch in key statistical categories for DFS contests throughout the 2023 Stanley Cup Final. For more coverage, visit NHL.com/Fantasy and subscribe for free to the "NHL Fantasy on Ice" podcast.
Perreault's record-setting NTDP season impresses ahead of 2023 NHL Draft
Forward's 132 points eclipsed numbers put up by Matthews, Hughes, Kane
by Nicholas J. Cotsonika @cotsonika / NHL.com Columnist
The 2023 Upper Deck NHL Draft will be held June 28-29 at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville. The first round will be June 28 (7 p.m. ET; ESPN, SN, TVAS) and rounds 2-7 are June 29 (11 a.m. ET; NHLN, SN, TVAS). NHL.com is counting down to the draft with in-depth profiles on top prospects, podcasts and other features. Today, a look at Gabe Perreault of the USA Hockey National Team Development Program Under-18 team. NHL.com's full draft coverage can be found here.
Famous Fans: Lil Jon, Owen Wilson take in Game 1 of Stanley Cup Final
Golden Knights get support from superfan rapper, comic actor
by Dan O'Leary @DanOLeary25 / NHL.com Staff Writer
Lil Jon and Owen Wilson together? Yeah? Wow!
Golden Knights fan who had multiple heart surgeries bonds with Lundqvist
Legendary goalie-turned-broadcaster retired after similar operation, shares moment with teenager
by William Douglas @WDouglasNHL / NHL.com Staff Writer
LAS VEGAS -- Brennan Rosenberg met his heart hero on Saturday. And maybe Henrik Lundqvist did, too.
Coyotes exploring options for new home in Arizona, Bettman says
Commissioner hopeful team can remain in 'terrific market' after Tempe proposal was voted down
by Tom Gulitti @TomGulittiNHL / NHL.com Staff Writer
LAS VEGAS -- The Arizona Coyotes are exploring options for a new home after a public vote went against a proposed Tempe Sports and Entertainment district, and the NHL is hopeful the team can remain in the Greater Phoenix area.
Color of Hockey: Marson blazed trail for Black players in NHL Draft
Selection by Capitals in second round in 1974 'was a big, big deal' and paved way for future generations
by William Douglas @WDouglasNHL / NHL.com Staff Writer
William Douglas has been writing The Color of Hockey blog since 2012. Douglas joined NHL.com in 2019 and writes about people of color in the sport. Today, as part of NHL.com marking the 60th anniversary of the NHL Draft, he profiles Mike Marson, who became the first Black player chosen in the draft when the Washington Capitals selected him in the second round (No. 19) in 1974. Marson became the NHL's second Black player, 16 years after Willie O'Ree debuted with the Boston Bruins in 1958.
Hill stretches out for incredible save in Game 1 of Stanley Cup Final
Golden Knights goalie uses entire length of stick to keep puck out of net against Panthers
by Christopher Detwiler @Chris_Detwiler / NHL.com Staff Writer
It's a good thing Adin Hill did his pregame stretches.
Panthers host Stanley Cup Final watch party at FLA Live Arena
Florida fans turn up to cheer on team during Game 1
by Alain Poupart / NHL.com Independent Correspondent
SUNRISE, Fla. -- From the chants of "red" and "night" during the national anthem to the chants of "Bobby, Bobby, Bobby," it was pretty much like any other Florida Panthers game at FLA Live Arena on Saturday when the organization decided to throw a party to celebrate its first Stanley Cup Final appearance since 1996.
Devils, Flyers, Islanders, Rangers hyped up for 2024 Stadium Series
4-team, 2-day, 2-game event announced Saturday, teams are excited for it
by Dan O'Leary @DanOLeary25 / NHL.com Staff Writer
Are you ready for some football ... stadium-hosted outdoor hockey?
60 Diamonds: Greatest picks from 60 NHL Drafts, Nos. 60-51
Fleury, Taylor, Kucherov all make NHL.com list after having impact despite not being picked in 1st round
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The 2023 Upper Deck NHL Draft will mark the 60th anniversary of the selection process. That's a lot of great picks, and maybe a few not-so-great ones.