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Maple Leafs win NHL Draft lottery, secure No. 1 pick
Toronto earned the No. 1 overall pick in the NHL Draft lottery, while Boston’s chance at Toronto’s top-five-protected first-round pick from the 2025 Brandon Carlo deal remains out of reach as the draft moves to June in Buffalo.
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Philly’s playoff roar lifts Flyers to 3-0 series lead with 5-2 win over Penguins
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Canes Roll With Healthy Lineup, Andersen to Start Playoff Opener vs Senators
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Penguins Close 2025-26 in St. Louis Ahead of Playoffs
The Penguins wrap up the 2025-26 regular season with a road game at the Enterprise Center against the Blues (9:30 PM ET), aiming to cap a strong run as they clinch a return to the playoffs. Pittsburgh has dominated the Blues recently (8-1-1 in the last nine) and features Crosby, Malkin, Rakell, Mantha and Chinakhov, plus Erik Karlsson, while rookie Ben Kindel shines. The team also signed defenseman Jake Livanavage. The game will be televised on ESPN and SportsNet Pittsburgh and heard on 105.9 The X and the Penguins app.
Bednar sidelined by facial injuries; Avalanche turn to assistants for two-game road swing
Colorado Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar will miss two games on the team’s road trip after suffering facial fractures and a corneal abrasion from a deflected puck. He won’t travel with the team to Edmonton and Calgary, with assistants Nolan Pratt and Dave Hakstol set to coach in his absence. Bednar is not requiring surgery and is expected to recover, with a CT scan planned for further evaluation.
NHL Reveals 32 Nominees for 2025-26 King Clancy Trophy
The NHL announced 32 nominees for the 2025-26 King Clancy Memorial Trophy, honoring leadership and notable humanitarian work in communities; a Bettman-led committee will select the winner, who receives a $25,000 charity donation and may trigger up to a $20,000 club grant for a related activation.
Bruins Sign James Hagens to Three-Year Entry-Level Contract, Start in Providence
The Boston Bruins signed top prospect James Hagens to a three-year entry-level contract with a prorated cap hit of about $975,000, arranging an amateur tryout to Let him report to Providence for an acclimation period before potentially joining the NHL playoff lineup; following a standout season at Boston College and a strong World Juniors, Hagens is viewed as a key future piece for Boston as they navigate the final games of the regular season.
Ovechkin defers NHL return, weighing health and future options
Alex Ovechkin hasn’t decided on a 2026-27 return and will wait until summer to consult Capitals ownership and staff. At 40, health is a major factor as he weighs retirement after 21 NHL seasons, a possible re-signing with Washington, or finishing his career in Dynamo Moscow (KHL); the Capitals will support his decision, and there may be no formal farewell if he departs.
Panarin-Powered Kings Seek Calgary Breakthrough
LA heads to Calgary to snap a three-game skid in a Tuesday showdown, with Kempe’s availability and a possible goalie start uncertain; Panarin has jump-started the Kings’ offense since joining, extending a six-game point streak and boosting the power play, while Joseph earned a return to the lineup after his strong Utah game. Doughty emphasizes finishing tight games as LA hunts crucial points with 12 games left, and Calgary carries momentum from a three-game win streak led by Morgan Frost, in a venue where the Kings have historically struggled (six straight regulation losses).
Devils check in at No. 22 in Wheeler’s 2026 NHL Prospect Rankings
Scott Wheeler slots the New Jersey Devils at No. 22 in his 2026 NHL prospect pool, noting a lack of a true elite forward but strong goaltending depth and a solid group of defensemen and depth forwards. The ranking marks a five-spot drop from 2025, reflecting the organization’s emphasis on development over standout top forwards, with notable names such as Mikhail Yegorov (goalie), Anton Silayev, Seamus Casey, Shane Lachance, Topias Vilén and Lenni Hämeenaho among the depth.
Andersen to Start as Canes Host Penguins, Gostisbehere Out
Frederik Andersen is expected to start in net for the Hurricanes against the Penguins, with Shayne Gostisbehere sidelined by a lower-body injury. Mike Reilly returns to the lineup, Nic Deslauriers remains scratched as he waits for his debut, and Sean Walker carries a five-game point streak. The Hurricanes’ projected lines and defense are listed, with Jordan Staal handling first-unit faceoffs on the power play when on the ice.
Panthers Shift to Selling as Deadline Buzz Grows
With the trade deadline looming, the Florida Panthers have pivoted to selling, listing Sergei Bobrovsky (up to a $10M cap hit, potentially $5M with salary retention) and A.J. Greer (a low-cost, physical depth option). Buffalo and St. Louis cooled on a Robert Thomas blockbuster, as the Sabres wouldn’t meet the steep price despite Thomas’ 35 points in 43 games and his eight-year, $65M extension. Colorado is reportedly weighing a Nichushkin move; the winger has 36 points in 51 games and a $6.125M AAV through 2029 with a modified no-trade. Edmonton could still be aiming big, with chatter around Darnell Nurse despite his $9.25M cap hit and no-move clause, though such a deal would be complex. The deadline market continues to heat up.
Oil ers demolish Kings in dominant 8-1 NHL romp
Edmonton Oilers crushed the Los Angeles Kings 8-1 in a one-sided NHL matchup, with multiple goals from Oilers stars and a comprehensive live-thread recap covering scores, lineup notes, and game flow.