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Stanley Cup odds, predictions, favorites for the 2018-19 NHL season

While the defending champion Washington Capitals remain mostly intact and ready to contend again in 2018-19, their odds of repeating a Stanley Cup run are slim.

AccuScore

Metropolitan Division 2018-19 predictions: Capitals, Penguins are running the show

The Metropolitan Division has placed a monopoly on the Stanley Cup. Can the Capitals or Penguins make it four championships in four years?

Brandon Schlager

Erik Karlsson trade watch: Latest news, rumors with Senators star on the block

The trade winds are swirling once again around the Senators and superstar defenseman Erik Karlsson. Sporting News is tracking the latest rumors.

Brandon Schlager

Rangers offseason to-do list: Flush with draft picks, cap space & prospects, retooling Blueshirts open for business

Expect this offseason to be as intriguing as any the New York Rangers have had in recent memory.

Jim Cerny

Ilya Kovalchuk meets with Los Angeles Kings, San Jose Sharks next, per report

At 35 years old, Ilya Kovalchuk is set to return to the NHL, and has reportedly begun meeting with teams face-to-face to begin to discuss a potential fit.

Evan Sporer

David Quinn checked all the boxes to become Rangers head coach

The New York Rangers named David Quinn their new head coach, choosing a candidate they said will fill a number of needs for where the franchise is currently at.

Evan Sporer

Rangers' five best coaching candidates to replace Alain Vigneault

The Rangers' head-coaching job becomes the most attractive opening this offseason as they usher in the next phase of the rebuild on Broadway.

Brandon Schlager

Auston Matthews tops Sidney Crosby in 2017-18 jersey sales

Auston Matthews topped the charts with the NHL's best selling jersey this season.

Evan Sporer

Paul Stastny's smarts, skills receiving high marks from new Jets teammates

The newest Jet Paul Stastny has Winnipeg quietly hoping it's poised to make a deep run in the playoffs.

Evan Sporer

Patrik Laine puts NHL on notice with pedigree, personality of next great goal scorer

Patrik Laine is brimming with personality and leads the NHL in goals since entering the league last season, but that hasn't stopped the Jets' young star from flying under the radar.

Evan Sporer

Rangers' coaching change: GM Gorton seeks 'fresh' start for rebuilding club

After firing Alain Vigneault, Jeff Gorton plots a new course for the New York Rangers.

Jim Cerny

NHL teams honor Humboldt bus crash victims in regular season finales

In the wake of the junior hockey tragedy, teams across the NHL are paying their respects to the victims of the Humboldt bus accident.

John Arlia

Claude Giroux pads MVP case, nets first career hat trick as Flyers clinch playoff spot

Claude Giroux tallied three goals Saturday against the Rangers to help the Flyers wrap up the final Eastern Conference wild-card spot.

Kaylee Pofahl

John Tavares before Islanders' final home game: 'I hope it all works out, too'

Thursday could serve as John Tavares' final game at Barclays Center. He's still in wait-and-see mode about signing a new contract with the Islanders.

Brandon Schlager

Rangers rookie Lias Andersson scores first NHL goal

New York Rangers rookie Lias Andersson scored his first NHL goal in his league debut on Monday.

Rudi Schuller

Ryan McDonagh Q&A: Lightning defenseman reflects on trade, time with Rangers

In a one-on-one interview with Sporting News, Ryan McDonagh opens up about the blockbuster trade deadline deal that threw him into the thick of a Stanley Cup run.

Jim Cerny

Rangers vs. Penguins: Time, TV channel, how to watch online

The Penguins can take over first place in the Metropolitan Division with a win, but surely the Rangers will want to play spoiler.

Gabe Fernandez

Mark Scheifele injury update: Jets forward day-to-day after initial scare

Mark Scheifele left Winnipeg's game against the Rangers after colliding with Jets captain Blake Wheeler.

Kaylee Pofahl

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins injury update: Oilers forward activated from injured reserve, will return Saturday against Rangers

Nugent-Hopkins hasn't played since Edmonton's 3-2 overtime win over Vegas on Jan. 13.

John Arlia

Daniel Sedin sets Canucks record for most 20-goal seasons

The Swede took sole possession of the record with a goal on Wednesday.

Rudi Schuller

Ryan McDonagh trade grades: Lightning beef up for Cup run; Rangers plot future

Sizing up a blockbuster trade between the Tampa Bay Lightning and New York Rangers, two teams headed in opposite directions.

Jim Cerny

NHL trade deadline: Rangers deal Ryan McDonagh, J.T. Miller to Lightning

In a trade-deadline blockbuster, the Lightning acquired Ryan McDonagh and J.T. Miller from the Rangers.

Jim Cerny

NHL trade deadline: Lou Lamoriello says Maple Leafs 'were not interested' in Mike Green

While some speculated Mike Green would have been a fit for the Toronto Maple Leafs, general manager Lou Lamoriello shot down that rumor.

Evan Sporer

NHL trade rumors: Deadline date, top targets, latest news as trade talks heat up

There isn't enough time in a day to stay current on all the NHL trade rumors before Monday's deadline. Sporting News will keep you informed on all the news and rumblings.

Brandon Schlager

Rick Nash trade grades: Bruins get Stanley Cup boost — at a cost

Rick Nash didn't come cheap for the Bruins, but it'll pay off when the Maple Leafs and Lightning meet Boston in their looming playoff bloodbath.

Brandon Schlager

NHL trade deadline: Bruins acquire Rick Nash from Rangers in blockbuster

The New York Rangers traded forward Rick Nash to Boston for a package of five assets, including forward Ryan Spooner and a 2018 first-round draft pick.

Evan Sporer

Rick Nash trade brings all-in Bruins, rebuilding Rangers closer to goals

The Bruins and Rangers each got closer to their ultimate goals in a blockbuster Rick Nash deal a day before the trade deadline.

Evan Sporer

Carey Price out indefinitely with concussion

Claude Julien announces that Montreal's goaltender Carey Price is out indefinitely with a concussion.

Kaylee Pofahl

NHL Trade Deadline: Defensemen off the market as Gudbranson signs, Holden dealt

The market for available defensemen before the NHL trade deadline dwindled Tuesday as one target signed contract extension and another was dealt.

Jim Cerny

Brassard not focused on possible trade by Senators

Derick Brassard is not taking trade rumours personally.

Murray Pam

Islanders' 'rock star' Mathew Barzal relishes playing on big stage

After a three-assist performance Thursday night, the Islanders' rookie already has nine points in three career games against the rival Rangers.

Jim Cerny

Islanders' Anders Lee turns away money for charity pledged to protest GM Garth Snow

Islanders fans are fed up with GM Garth Snow and are willing to pay to see him fired. But what started as a good-natured idea caught forward Anders Lee in the crossfire.

Brandon Schlager

NHL Rumor Roundup: Rangers targets take over the rumor mill as deadline nears

There's no shortage of speculation surrounding Rick Nash, Ryan McDonagh and other Rangers players. Meanwhile, the Hurricanes enter the rumor mill, too.

Lyle Richardson

NHL Mixed Bag: Are we in for a boring trade deadline stalemate?

A logjam of “competitive” or “contending” teams combined with sky-high prices could result in very few trades on deadline day.

Rob Mixer

Flames record a trio of firsts in silver-lining loss to Rangers

Brett Kulak and Ryan Lomberg each recorded NHL career firsts, while Curtis Lazar found the back of the net for the first time this season in Calgary's 4-3 loss to the Rangers.

Kaylee Pofahl

Rangers usher in rebuild with honest trade deadline declaration to fans

After years as a legitimate Stanley Cup contender, the Rangers told their fans Thursday there is a distinct shift in the organization's approach heading into the Feb. 26 trade deadline.

Jim Cerny

NHL Rumor Roundup: Price for top targets Max Pacioretty, Rick Nash, Evander Kane remains high

Teams interested in acquiring one of the top available scorers at the NHL trade deadline are going to pay for it.

Lyle Richardson

Rangers vs. Bruins: Time, TV channel, how to watch online

Two Original Six franchises trending in different directions meet head-to-head Wednesday, with one seeking retribution.

Brandon Schlager

NHL Rumor Roundup: Rangers, Islanders face different priorities at trade deadline

The Rangers are moving closer to becoming sellers before the Feb. 26 trade deadline, while Islanders GM Garth Snow must do everything he can to convince John Tavares to stay.

Lyle Richardson

NHL Mixed Bag: Rangers' reward for rebuild will come sooner as deadline sellers

Unfortunately for Henrik Lundqvist and the rest of the Rangers' veterans, a Stanley Cup isn't coming down Broadway any time soon. The sooner they sell, the better.

Rob Mixer

Henrik Lundqvist committed to Rangers, rebuild or not: 'Whatever path they take, I'm in'

As rumors swirl about a veteran firesale, the Rangers' longest-tenured foot soldier affirmed his commitment to the organization Friday.

Brandon Schlager

Maple Leafs' emphasis on AHL development cultivates Grade A farm-to-NHL results

The Toronto Maple Leafs have been using their AHL team to groom future NHL talent, and the cohesion is paying major dividends.

Evan Sporer

Leafs' rookie Holl scores again, sets franchise mark for defensemen

Justin Holl played 239 games in the minor leagues before making his NHL debut Wednesday.

John Arlia

2018 NHL Playoff Matchups: All-Star break comes with tight races in East, West

The NHL regular season ends in April, but it's never too early to start thinking about the playoffs.

Evan Sporer

NHL Rumor Roundup: Ryan McDonagh enters trade rumor mill as Rangers stumble into 2018

The new year hasn't been pleasant thus far for the Rangers, who could turn into sellers before the trade deadline. Plus, what should the Canucks do with the Sedin twins?

Lyle Richardson

Watch: Logan Couture's 360-degree spinning goal against Jets

The Sharks forward took advantage of his own botched pass to score a highlight-reel goal on Tuesday.

Rudi Schuller

Nathan MacKinnon, Avalanche stay red hot, defeat Rangers for ninth straight win

The Avalanche own the longest winning streak in the NHL after defeating the Rangers Saturday for their ninth straight.

Evan Sporer

NHL Rumor Roundup: Sabres' steep asking price for Evander Kane stirs debate over worth

Sabres general manager Jason Botterill seeks a big return for his best trade chip, while the Canadiens and Blue Jackets are linked in the rumor mill once again.

Lyle Richardson

Marc Staal injury update: Defenseman leaves Rangers’ game against Flyers with lower body injury

Staal registered an assist as well as a shot on goal and was a team-best +4 prior to his departure from Tuesday’s game.

E.Jay Zarett

Islanders' Barzal records five points, retakes rookie scoring lead in rout of Rangers

The Islanders' rookie tallied his second five-point game of the season on Saturday.

John Arlia

NHL injuries: Rangers' Kreider undergoes successful rib resection following blood clot scare

The power forward will be evaluated in late February to see when or if he can return to the Rangers' lineup this season.

Jim Cerny

World Junior Championship 2018: Lias Andersson tosses silver medal into crowd after loss

The Rangers prospect and Swedish captain was devastated after losing the World Junior Championship gold to Canada in the final minutes.

John Arlia

NHL Winter Classic 2018: Kevin Shattenkirk's progress good work for Rangers

Kevin Shattenkirk's first year as a New York Ranger has had its ups and downs, but Monday provided a very memorable moment.

Evan Sporer

NHL Winter Classic 2018: Rangers' J.T. Miller matures into outdoor overtime hero

J.T. Miller made the most of his delayed opportunity to play in an outdoor NHL game.

Jim Cerny

NHL Winter Classic 2018: Rangers remain perfect outdoors, beat Sabres in overtime

The NHL's New Year's Day tradition of taking hockey outside continued Monday as the Rangers defeated the Sabres 3-2 in overtime.

Jim Cerny

NHL Winter Classic 2018: Outdoor delay finally over for Sabres' Evan Rodrigues

Four years after missing out on a chance to play in Fenway Park, Evan Rodrigues will compete in the 2018 NHL Winter Classic.

Evan Sporer

NHL Winter Classic 2018: Sabres star Jack Eichel thrust into spotlight, takes center stage

Jack Eichel has seven goals in his last six games entering the Winter Classic outdoor game on New Year's Day.

Jim Cerny

NHL Winter Classic 2018: Rangers' Henrik Lundqvist looks to remain perfect outdoors

Rangers goaltender Henrik Lundqvist has never lost in three outdoor games, and hopes to keep that streak intact at the NHL Winter Classic on New Year's Day against the Sabres.

Jim Cerny

NHL Winter Classic 2018: How to watch, live stream Sabres vs. Rangers outdoor game

A complete broadcast guide for the 2018 NHL Winter Classic between the Sabres and Rangers, including how to watch the "Road to the NHL Winter Classic" docu-series.

Brandon Schlager

NHL Winter Classic 2018: Journey for Sabres' Jason Pominville comes full circle

Jason Pominville played in the very first Winter Classic for the Buffalo Sabres, and will play in their next outdoor game 10 years later.

Evan Sporer

NHL Winter Classic 2018: Weather a cool, sunny outlook for Sabres-Rangers

The National Weather Service forecasts temperatures in the 15-20 degree range with partly cloudy skies when the puck drops around 1:25 p.m. ET.

Brandon Schlager

Jack Eichel's SOS: Even breakout season can't fix broken Sabres

Below the surface of another disappointing season, the Sabres' best player is producing career bests with little help from his teammates. But even that isn't enough to salvage this mess.

Andrew Berkshire

NHL Injuries: Rangers' Kreider out indefinitely with blood clot in arm

Rangers' winger left Wednesday's game against the Capitals with what was first termed an upper body injury.

Jim Cerny

'Tis the season of giving: Holiday wish lists for each of the 31 NHL teams

It's the holiday season, and a time for giving, so Sporting News granting each of the 31 NHL teams a holiday surprise from their wish lists.

Evan Sporer

Auston Matthews scores in return, Maple Leafs defeat Rangers

Auston Matthews records two points in his return and the Maple Leafs defeated the Rangers 3-2.

Alec Gearty

Auston Matthews set to return against the Rangers

Matthews is set to return after missing six straight games on Saturday;

Ryan Young

Auston Matthews injury update: Admits to 'concussion symptoms', practices with Maple Leafs

Auston Matthews returned to practice on Friday, and then afterwards spilled the beans on his latest injury.

Jim Cerny

Rangers vs. Devils: Restoring the importance of this once-great NHL rivalry

For the first time in six seasons, the New York Rangers and New Jersey Devils are both competitive and fighting for the top spot in the Metropolitan Division.

Jim Cerny

MLB, NHL networks enjoy battle of skills ahead of Winter Classic

In advance of the 2018 NHL Winter Classic — taking place at Citi Field — Sporting News got an exclusive inside look at the making of the "MLB Network vs. NHL Network Challenge."

Joe Rivera

NHL schedule, Dec. 18-24: A viewer's guide to the week ahead

Blue Jackets-Penguins (Dec. 21) and Maple Leafs-Rangers (Dec. 23) highlight an abbreviated week of NHL action heading into the Christmas break.

Brandon Schlager

Ryan records two points as Senators snap losing streak to defeat Rangers, 3-2

Ottawa gets back in the win column with

Alec Gearty

With Senators in disarray, GM Pierre Dorion says coach is safe, roster isn't

The struggling Senators are left doing damage control this week as their season spins out of control.

Brandon Schlager

Donald Trump propositioned me in MSG elevator, wife of ex-NHL star says

Stacia Robitaille claims the incident occurred when her husband, Luc, was playing for the Rangers.

Tom Gatto

Kevin Shattenkirk says Barry Trotz criticism 'doesn't sit well' ahead of Rangers-Capitals

Capitals coach Barry Trotz offered a direct, honest assessment of Kevin Shattenkirk, and the Rangers defenseman was not too thrilled Thursday.

Jim Cerny

Both good and bad on display in Rangers Garden defeat

Rolling in the month of November, the New York Rangers stubbed their collective toe Tuesday with a 5-4 loss to the Florida Panthers in which plenty of good and bad were showcased by the home team.

Jim Cerny

Metro Mayhem: NHL's best division is even more competitive this season

Breaking down team by team why the Metropolitan Division is the NHL's most competitive this season.

Jim Cerny

NHL Winter Classic 2018: Rangers, Sabres jerseys pass the eye test for outdoor game

The Buffalo Sabres and New York Rangers unveil its Winter Classic jerseys with mostly positive reviews.

Alec Gearty

Watch: Hurricanes' Scott Darling gives up hilariously bad goal

Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Scott Darling allowed a lofted puck to float past him in a big loss on Wednesday night.

Rudi Schuller

Anisimov scores hat trick as Blackhawks thump Rangers

The 29-year-old scored three timely goals to lead Chicago to victory over New York on Wednesday.

Rudi Schuller

'That's hockey': Rangers' Jimmy Vesey gets tooth lodged in lip, plays anyway

In true hockey player fashion, a grinning Jimmy Vesey shared a gruesome postgame photo to show off his missing pearly whites.

Brandon Schlager

NHL fines Stamkos, Hayes and Killorn after Rangers and Lightning water squirt battle

Not everyone thought squirts from water bottles were so funny Thursday when the Rangers beat the Lightning 2-1.

Jim Cerny

Steven Stamkos' 'new norm': Reinvented NHL scoring leader has never looked better

Steven Stamkos readily admits he may never be 100 percent again, but he's leading the NHL in scoring by playing his most complete hockey yet. You could argue he’s better than ever.

Andrew Berkshire

Golden Knights staffers were in area of New York terror attack, report says

Vegas, which faced the Rangers on Tuesday at Madison Square Garden, was staying at a Manhattan hotel not far from the site of the attack, which left eight people dead.

E.Jay Zarett

Rangers hold moment of silence to honor victims of New York attack

Eight people were killed and more than a dozen others were injured when a man drove a truck down a bike path in lower Manhattan hours before Tuesday's game at Madison Square Garden.

E.Jay Zarett

Derek Stepan deserves warm welcome when he returns to Garden Thursday

Veteran center faces the Rangers for the first time since being traded to the Coyotes.

Jim Cerny

There is a glimmer of hope for struggling Rangers

It's not pretty as the New York Rangers lost again Monday, and have won only twice in ten games, but they need not panic just yet.

Jim Cerny

Sidney Crosby's no-look, game-tying goal was pure hockey brilliance

There are smart hockey plays, and then there are Sidney Crosby-smart hockey plays. The Rangers fell victim to one in Tuesday's 4-3 overtime loss.

Brandon Schlager

Devils' Butcher a prime cut in start of rookie year

Devils defenseman Will Butcher is turning heads, recording eights assists during New Jersey's 4-1-0 start to the season.

Evan Sporer

With Rangers, Pavelec has big backup skates to fill

The New York Rangers received excellent play from their backup goaltenders over the past four seasons, and hope for more success with new No. 2 Ondrej Pavelec this year.

Evan Sporer

Blues are battered, but have yet to be beaten

Dealing with a slew of injuries to key players, the Blues are off to a surprising 4-0-0 start.

Evan Sporer

Rangers send Filip Chytil to AHL after two-game experiment

It was a surprise Chytil, drafted 21st overall in June, made the opening-night roster in the first place, but his NHL trial run was shorter than expected.

Brandon Schlager

Claude Julien still trying to make the Canadiens' blue line golden

Claude Julien's first order of business is to fine-tune Montreal's blue line, and find the perfect combinations.

Evan Sporer

Maple Leafs' inability to hold a lead almost costs them against Rangers

The Toronto Maple Leafs had difficult playing with a lead in 2016-17, and did so again on Saturday against the Rangers.

Michael Augello

Watch: Komarov scores for Maple Leafs after failed Rangers coach's challenge

The Toronto Maple Leafs came out on the right side of the first coach's challenge under the NHL's new rules.

Evan Sporer

'Born and bred' Kevin Shattenkirk right at home in Rangers debut

Kevin Shattenkirk's friends and family flocked to Madison Square Garden on Thursday to see his home debut with the New York Rangers.

Evan Sporer

Matt Duchene, Avalanche each ready to move on in their own ways

Matt Duchene will begin the regular season as a member of the Colorado Avalanche, with both player and team hoping to "move on" sooner rather than later.

Evan Sporer

Metropolitan Division 2017-18 predictions: Presidential Penguins catch Capitals

Inside the toughest division in hockey, the two-time defending champions reign supreme. But the Metro may be in for a surprise or two when it comes time to sorting out playoff contenders.

Brandon Schlager

Filip Chytil: 18-year-old rookie makes Rangers' opening-night roster

The youngest player in the NHL is Filip Chytil, the New York Rangers center who turned 18 only three weeks ago.

Jim Cerny

New York Rangers: Breaking down what opening-night roster will look like

The New York Rangers have tough decisions to make in deciding the final make up of their opening-night roster.

Jim Cerny

J.T. Miller to begin season on the wing for New York Rangers

The New York Rangers will begin the season with forward J.T. Miller playing on the wing.

Evan Sporer

Lias Andersson taking NHL journey with Rangers in stride

The 18-year-old rookie didn't make the Rangers' roster but Lias Andersson's journey is beginning.

Alec Gearty

Despite changes, Alain Vigneault believes Rangers will contend for Stanley Cup

On the opening day of training camp, the Rangers' coach sends the message that his team is in it to win it this season.

Jim Cerny

Ryan McDonagh upbeat about summer moves made by Rangers

The Rangers' captain says goodbye to two good friends and hello to a top-flight defense partner this season.

Jim Cerny

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