Thomas Harley Collects Two Points Sunday

Dallas Stars defenseman Thomas Harley recorded a goal and an assist in Sunday's 5-2 win in Game 3 against the Winnipeg Jets. Both of his points came in the first frame as Roope Hintz scored a power-play goal and Harley himself found the back of the net during even-strength play. Harley's efforts included two blocks […]

Mikael Granlund Registers Two Assists In Sunday's Win

Dallas Stars forward Mikael Granlund finished Sunday's 5-2 victory over the Winnipeg Jets with two assists. Thomas Harley and Mikko Rantanen were each set up by Granlund in the first and third periods, respectively. These mark his first even-strength helpers of the playoffs. While Granlund played an important role in Sunday's win, his overall efforts […]

Mikko Rantanen Continues Scoring Tear In Game 3

Dallas Stars winger Mikko Rantanen was spectacular once again as the team defeated the Winnipeg Jets 5-2 on Sunday in Game 3 of the second-round series. The Finnish superstar recorded a goal and two assists, becoming the first player in NHL history with five three-point games within his first 10 contests in a postseason. Rantanen […]

Jordan Martinook Available For Game 4

Carolina Hurricanes left wing Jordan Martinook (undisclosed) is expected to play in Monday's Game 4 against the Washington Capitals. The 32-year-old power forward appeared to have suffered a leg injury during Saturday's 4-0 victory. He exited the action midway through the third period after blocking a shot. Martinook plays an effective two-way game and has […]

Stuart Skinner To Start Game 4 On Monday

Edmonton Oilers goaltender Stuart Skinner has been confirmed as the starter for Game 4 against the Vegas Golden Knights on Monday. He will guard the crease for the second consecutive game after Edmonton lost Calvin Pickard (lower body). The Oilers consider Pickard day-to-day, so he may return to action later in the series, especially if […]

Mark Stone Not Ruled Out For Game 4

Vegas Golden Knights right wing Mark Stone (upper body) has not been ruled out for Monday's Game 4 against the Edmonton Oilers. Stone left the contest with an upper-body injury when the two teams faced off for the third time in the second-round series on Saturday. He didn't skate on Sunday, but Golden Knights head […]

Sergei Bobrovsky Looking To Regain Sharpness Sunday

Florida Panthers goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky will make his ninth start of the postseason in Sunday's Game 4 against the Toronto Maple Leafs. The two-time Vezina Trophy winner holds a solid 5-3 record for the playoffs, but Bobrovsky can't be happy with his most recent outings. Friday's 5-4 overtime win against the Maple Leafs marked Bobrovsky's […]

Connor Hellebuyck Hopes To End Road Woes On Sunday

Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck will start Sunday's Game 3 against the Dallas Stars, still winless on the road this postseason. He had a really difficult time in the first-round series versus the St. Louis Blues, being pulled in all three road games and finishing with a .758 save percentage. Winnipeg needs to see big […]

Colin Blackwell Enters Stars Lineup Sunday

Dallas Stars center Colin Blackwell will re-enter the lineup on Sunday against the Winnipeg Jets. This will be his first appearance in the series. Oskar Back, who has tallied two assists in eight postseason appearances, will make way for Blackwell. The Stars used Blackwell in six games during the first round versus the Colorado Avalanche. […]

Jack Roslovic Notches Two Points In Game 3 Win

Carolina Hurricanes forward Jack Roslovic factored in two goals during Saturday's 4-0 win over the Washington Capitals, scoring a power-play goal and recording an even-strength assist. With Mark Jankowski (undisclosed) out of commission, Roslovic had a chance to play in a second consecutive contest and made a massive impact. He has notched only one assist […]

Frederik Andersen Produces 21-Save Shutout In Game 3 Victory

Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Frederik Andersen proved unbeatable against the Washington Capitals on Saturday night, backstopping his squad to a 4-0 victory with a 21-save shutout. Andersen has been top-class in these playoffs, and his best performance yet came at a crucial time, helping Carolina take a 2-1 lead in the second-round series. He became the […]

Evan Bouchard Collects Two Assists In Losing Effort

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Evan Bouchard had two assists during Saturday's 4-3 loss in Game 3 to the Vegas Golden Knights. He registered a power-play helper on a Corey Perry goal in the first period and picked up another assist late on when Connor McDavid tied the game at 3-3. Bouchard has blown hot and cold […]

Corey Perry Nets Two Goals In Game 3 Loss

Edmonton Oilers right wing Corey Perry scored two first-period goals in Saturday's 4-3 defeat to the Vegas Golden Knights. The veteran forward recorded his second multi-point effort of the postseason, scoring his second goal on the power play. However, Edmonton allowed a two-goal lead to slip away and lost in heartbreaking fashion, as Vegas netted […]

William Karlsson Extends Point Streak To Three Games

Vegas Golden Knights center William Karlsson got on the score sheet for a third consecutive game on Saturday against the Edmonton Oilers, finishing a 4-3 victory with a goal and an assist. The Swedish veteran put Vegas 3-2 up late in the second period and logged an assist when Reilly Smith scored a dramatic game-winner […]

Reilly Smith Completes Multi-Goal Night With Buzzer-Beating Winner

Vegas Golden Knights right wing Reilly Smith recorded two goals, including the game-winning tally in Saturday's 4-3 victory over the Edmonton Oilers. He tied the game at two goals apiece late in the first period and scored a buzzer-beating game-winner with only 0.4 seconds left to play in regulation. Smith's fourth shot on goal got […]

Mark Stone Sustains Upper-Body Injury Saturday

Vegas Golden Knights right wing Mark Stone (upper body) was forced to exit Saturday's Game 3 against the Edmonton Oilers after logging only 5:54 of ice time. He suffered an upper-body injury during the first period, which robbed Stone of the opportunity to extend a three-game multi-point streak. Overall, he had registered points in five […]

Anthony Stolarz Progressing But Not Close To Return

Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz (upper body) will likely remain out for Sunday's Game 4 against the Florida Panthers. Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube told reporters on Saturday that Stolarz is progressing but not yet ready to skate. Joseph Woll has made back-to-back starts in the Maple Leafs crease since Stolarz suffered an upper-body […]

Miro Heiskanen Ruled Out For Game 3 Against Jets

Dallas Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen (knee) will remain sidelined on Sunday against the Winnipeg Jets in Game 3 of the second-round series. He was labeled day-to-day at the start of the postseason but appears to be some way off from being ready to return to action. Heiskanen has been on the shelf since Jan. 28 […]

Mark Jankowski Remains Out Saturday

Carolina Hurricanes center Mark Jankowski (undisclosed) will not play in Saturday's Game 3 against the Washington Capitals. On Friday, Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind'Amour announced that Jankowski is close to returning to the lineup, but he will miss at least one more game due to an undisclosed injury. Jack Roslovic will keep his spot in […]

Calvin Pickard Misses Game 3 Against Golden Knights

Edmonton Oilers goaltender Calvin Pickard (undisclosed) will miss Saturday's Game 3 against the Vegas Golden Knights and is considered day-to-day. Stuart Skinner will start the game in his place. Losing Pickard is a significant blow for the Oilers, as he helped to turn around the first-round series against the Los Angeles Kings and carries a […]

Brayden McNabb Out On Saturday

Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Brayden McNabb (upper body) has been ruled out for Saturday's Game 3 against the Edmonton Oilers. He is considered day-to-day after suffering an upper-body injury during Game 2 of the series. In McNabb, the Golden Knights lose a steady defenseman who was second in the league during the regular season with […]

Brandon Saad Unavailable For Game 3 Against Oilers

Vegas Golden Knights left wing Brandon Saad (lower body) will not play in Game 3 against the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday. The veteran forward is forced to exit the lineup due to a lower-body injury, with the team considering him day-to-day. Saad's offensive production has been limited to two assists in eight games this postseason. […]

Pavel Dorofeyev Set To Return Saturday

Vegas Golden Knights winger Pavel Dorofeyev (undisclosed) is expected to return to the lineup for Game 3 against the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday night. He was on the second line during the morning skate and should also receive power-play usage in Saturday's game. Dorofeyev has missed three contests due to an undisclosed injury and will […]

Nicolas Roy Avoids Suspension

Vegas Golden Knights center Nicolas Roy will not be suspended for Game 3 against the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday night. He was in danger of a suspension for cross-checking Oilers forward Trent Frederic in the face during overtime in Game 2 of the second-round series. After a disciplinary hearing with Roy, the NHL Department of […]

Auston Matthews Picks Up Two Assists In Losing Effort

Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews registered two assists in Friday's 5-4 overtime loss to the Florida Panthers, helping Matthew Knies and Morgan Rielly on the scoreboard. It was his third multi-point game of the postseason. Matthews averages more than a point per game in the playoffs but has experienced barren luck in front of […]

John Tavares Scores Twice In Friday's Loss

Toronto Maple Leafs center John Tavares potted two goals in Friday's 5-4 overtime defeat in Game 3 against the Florida Panthers. He recorded Toronto's second and third goals of the game, capitalizing on a power-play opportunity for his second marker. Tavares' productive night ended a four-game point drought. The former Maple Leafs captain hit a […]

Evan Rodrigues Ends Slump With Two Assists

Florida Panthers forward Evan Rodrigues played his part in Friday's 5-4 overtime victory against the Toronto Maple Leafs with two assists. He got an opportunity on the top line and made an immediate impact, helping Aleksander Barkov score with 7:38 elapsed in the first period. Early in the second period, Rodrigues recorded his second helper […]

Brad Marchand Secures Victory In Game 3 Against Maple Leafs

Florida Panthers left wing Brad Marchand was on target in overtime, propelling the team to a 5-4 victory against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Friday night. The Panthers were in danger of dropping a third consecutive game in the series, but Marchand stepped up with a crucial goal 15:27 into the extra frame. He netted […]

Nikolaj Ehlers Tallies Three Points In Game 2 Victory

Winnipeg Jets winger Nikolaj Ehlers led the offense in Friday's 4-0 victory over the Dallas Stars, scoring twice and providing one power-play assist. He became the second Danish player in Stanley Cup Playoffs history to record three points in a playoff game, joining Lars Eller. Ehlers was buzzing all night, registering seven of the team's […]

Connor Hellebuyck Records Fourth Postseason Shutout

Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck recorded his fourth career postseason shutout in Friday's 4-0 victory against the Dallas Stars. It marks his first playoff shutout since 2021. This was a superb defensive effort all around from the Jets, as they limited Dallas to only 21 shots on goal. As he has failed to match his […]