NHL Playoffs Buzz: Protas out for Capitals in Game 1 against Canadiens Vilardi practices in noncontact jersey for Jets; Bjorkstrand won’t play in 1st round for Lightning Apr 21, 2025
Blues coach Montgomery has laugh at unique 'problem' Jets Whiteout presents Jokes that light 'shining off my bald head' was 'blinding' for players during game Apr 21, 2025
Underrated Guentzel secret weapon for Lightning vs. Panthers Hockey IQ, love of game makes forward under-the-radar force entering Game 1 Apr 21, 2025
Bylsma fired by Kraken following 1st season as coach No replacement named after Seattle misses playoffs for 3rd time in 4 years Apr 21, 2025
Oilers at Kings, Western Conference 1st Round Game 1 preview McDavid, Draisaitl in lineup for Edmonton; Los Angeles needs more from power play Apr 21, 2025
Maple Leafs confident Stolarz can be ‘huge’ again in Game 2 of Eastern 1st Round Goalie embracing starting role in playoffs against Senators after Cup win as Panthers’ backup Apr 21, 2025
Senators refocusing on special teams, discipline for Game 2 against Maple Leafs Liked 5-on-5 play in opener but did not capitalize on chances, trail best-of-7 series Apr 21, 2025
Avalanche at Stars, Western Conference 1st Round Game 2 preview Landeskog could make long-awaited return for Colorado; Blackwell might replace Bourque for Dallas Apr 21, 2025
Kreider hopes to stay 'home' with Rangers despite unclear future Longest-tenured player on roster has 2 years left on contract Apr 21, 2025
Rangers 'have to take ownership' next season after missing playoffs, firing coach Failed to qualify coming off Presidents' Trophy, Laviolette relieved of duties Saturday Apr 21, 2025
