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Tuukka Rask to return from hip injury, start for Bruins after re-signing with team: 'Physically I'm ready'

Tuukka Rask missed nearly half of the season with a hip injury. Now, he's returning to the Bruins and is getting ready to play. The No. 1 goal? Don't get mentally frustrated.

Jacob Camenker

NHL heads outdoors at Lake Tahoe

The Flyers and Bruins take their rivalry outdoors.

Jackie Spiegel

A guide to NHL Outdoors weekend

Picturesque Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada Mountains will serve as the backdrop for the NHL's 2021 iteration of its outdoor game.

Jackie Spiegel

All the best Gritty election memes and tweets, because everyone loves Gritty

The Flyers mascot has become a social media darling.

Jackie Spiegel

Gritty for president? Flyers' mascot gets write-in vote in New Jersey

The presidential election was not the first time the Philadelphia native earned votes.

Jackie Spiegel

Islanders advance to first ECF in 27 years

Sporting News had all the action as the Islanders and Flyers battled it out for a spot in the Eastern Conference finals.

Jackie Spiegel

Flyers' Oskar Lindblom will play in Game 6

The Flyers forward hasn't played in an NHL game since he was diagnosed with cancer in December.

Jackie Spiegel

Flyers stay alive as Claude Giroux finally scores, Scott Laughton nets OT winner vs. Islanders

The Islanders still the lead best-of-seven series 3-2 with Game 6 on Thursday.

Jackie Spiegel

Flyers' Carter Hart caps first playoff series win with 'special' moment

Philadelphia's 22-year-old goalie does it against the player he looked up to as a youngster.

Tom Gatto

Flyers coach Alain Vigneault expertly jaws at Brendan Gallagher with callback to 2014 series

Vigneault dealt a little karma toward Gallagher, whose jaw is broken, for a comment he made back the 2014 Eastern Conference finals between the Canadiens and Rangers.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Brendan Gallagher injury update: Canadiens forward out with broken jaw

The feisty winger will miss the remainder of the series against the Flyers following surgery. Philly's Matt Niskanen was suspended one game for his role.

Jackie Spiegel

Canadiens stay alive

The Canadiens win Game 5; they will look to force a Game 7 when they play Game 6 on Friday.

Jackie Spiegel

Winnipeg Jets legend Dale Hawerchuck dies at 57 after cancer battle

The Hockey Hall of Famer had an exceptional career that has him 20th on the NHL's all-time points list.

Jackie Spiegel

Twitter mourns Dale Hawerchuk

Hawerchuk passed away from stomach cancer on Tuesday.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL bubble, explained: A guide to the hub city rules, teams & schedule

The NHL 2019-20 season resumes with 24 teams competing for berths and seeding in the Stanley Cup playoffs. Teams will be isolated in two hub cities in Canada.

Tom Gatto

Despite loss, Carey Price's stick save leaves everyone in awe

The Montreal goalie made the save of the playoffs in the second period of Game 1 vs. Philadelphia.

Tom Gatto

NHL Player Gaming Challenge: Schedule, entry list, how to watch

All 31 teams, along with NHL Seattle, will be represented in a four-week tournament of "NHL 20" starting April 30.

Sam Ficarro

NHL 2019-20 regular season: Bruins win Presidents' Trophy, Pastrnak and Ovechkin share Rocket Richard

The Boston Bruins win the Presidents' Trophy for the third time in franchise history.

Sam Ficarro

Power ranking all 31 NHL goal songs

Every goal song is accompanied by excitement, but some are much more iconic than others.

Sam Jarden

NHL, NHLPA help donate thousands of dollars to teachers

Three teachers across America received a donation to help fund in- classroom technology.

Sam Jarden

NHLPA Open: Participants, how to stream 'Fortnite' tournament

Sixty-five players will participate in a "Fortnite" tournament for a $200,000 charity prize pool

Sam Ficarro

Flyers goalie Carter Hart: 'It sucks that we're not playing hockey right now'

The Philadelphia goaltender would have been experiencing the playoffs for the first time right now if not for the coronavirus pandemic.

Sam Jarden

Best storylines if NHL restarts, goes straight to playoffs

How would the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs look if the regular season officially ended on March 12? Sporting News gives you the matchups and the key storylines.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL injury report 2019-20: Who could return if season resumes?

Some big names are slated to return if the season resumes.

Sam Ficarro

Gritty's best moments

Players overwhelmingly voted Gritty as the league's best mascot.

Sam Ficarro

Gritty: 'We have no hockey. But we have each other'

The Flyers mascot reaches out amid the NHL's season being paused.

Jackie Spiegel

Ovechkin scores 700: Top 7 goals from Ovi's storied career

The Washington Capitals superstar has a laundry list of highlight-reel goals throughout this career.

Tommy McArdle

Who plays on Hockey Night in Canada tonight? Time, TV channel and live stream for February 22

Winnipeg, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal and Vancouver all feature this weekend.

Sam Jarden

Foligno scores fancy goal

The Columbus captain became the latest star to net the highly skilled goal.

Jackie Spiegel

What TV channel is Alexander Ovechkin’s next game? Schedule, time for Flyers vs. Capitals

Ovechkin is two goals shy of 700 for his career — and his insane scoring pace this season means he just may reach that milestone on Saturday against the Flyers.

Tommy McArdle

Philadelphia police end investigation into Flyers mascot Gritty after assault allegation

The incident reportedly happened at an event for season ticket holders at the WellsFargo Center in November.

Tommy McArdle

Brad Marchand overskates puck in shootout

The veteran forward didn't even manage to register a shot on the play.

Rudi Schuller

Chara becomes sixth skater to play 1,000 games for Bruins

Chara sits at 18th all-time on the NHL's most games played list.

Tommy McArdle

Justin Williams officially returns to Carolina Hurricanes; veteran's first game back still to be determined

Williams, 38, has not played this season after officially stepping away from the game in September 2019.

Jace Mallory

Jack Eichel injury update: Buffalo Sabres captain held out with upper-body injury

Eichel, 23, leads the Sabres with 50 points this season.

Jace Mallory

Cancer-stricken forward Oskar Lindblom honored by Philadelphia Flyers, fans

The 23-year-old was at the Wells Fargo Center for the first time since being diagnosed with a rare form of cancer.

Rudi Schuller

Reddit rallying for Lindblom to be voted into NHL All-Star Game

It was revealed on Friday that the 23-year-old forward was diagnosed with Ewing's sarcoma.

Sammi Silber

Philadelphia Flyers' Oskar Lindblom diagnosed with Ewing's sarcoma, expected to miss rest of season

The 23-year-old is expected to miss the remainder of the season.

Sammi Silber

Philadelphia Flyers' Joel Farabee suspended for interference against Jets forward Mathieu Perreault

Farabee was assessed a five-minute major penalty for the violation.

Jace Mallory

Craig Anderson injury update: Ottawa Senators goalie placed on injured reserve

Craig Anderson left Saturday's game against the Philadelphia Flyers with a lower-body injury and will miss at least one week.

Tommy McArdle

Travis Konecny injury update: Philadelphia Flyers forward out indefinitely with concussion

The 22-year-old star left Philadelphia's game on Dec. 7 after a violent collision with Ottawa Senators defenseman Mark Borowiecki.

Tommy McArdle

Ottawa Senators' Brady Tkachuk fined for cross-checking Philadelphia Flyers' Scott Laughton

The 20-year-old went for the crosscheck late in the third period.

Sammi Silber

Laviolette addresses allegations of sending players out to fight

The alleged incident with Leino dates back to 2011.

Sammi Silber

Mitch Marner injury update: Toronto Maple Leafs forward to return Wednesday

The 22-year-old star will play against the Colorado Avalanche on Wednesday.

Tommy McArdle

Victor Mete leaves game after collision

Mete, 21, left during the second period of Saturday's matinee against the Flyers.

Jace Mallory

Vancouver Canucks' Elias Pettersson hits fan with puck — but makes up for it

It was certainly a night to remember for two Canucks fans.

Sammi Silber

Three takeaways from Toronto Maple Leafs' shootout loss to Philadelphia Flyers

Frederik Andersen stopped 30 of 32 shots and William Nylander had two points in the defeat.

Sammi Silber

Who plays on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight? Time, TV channel, live stream in Canada for November 9

There are four games on the 'Hockey Night in Canada' schedule this Saturday.

Tommy McArdle

Connor McDavid records third career five-point night with Edmonton Oilers

Connor McDavid's name was all over the scoresheet for Wednesday's game vs. the Philadelphia Flyers.

Jace Mallory

What channel is Flyers vs. Oilers on today? Time, TV schedule for Wednesday Night Hockey

The Flyers and Oilers meet at 9:30 p.m ET at Rogers Place on Wednesday Night Hockey.

Tommy McArdle

Chris Stewart returns to NHL, signs deal with Philadelphia Flyers

The winger last played in the NHL in 2017-18, spending last season in the United Kingdom.

Jackie Spiegel

The Lineup: Edmonton Oilers test top-notch start against Philadelphia Flyers in week of Oct. 14

Week 3's NHL slate features over 50 games, highlighted by a Wednesday matchup between Edmonton and Philadelphia, two teams that remain undefeated in regulation.

Tommy McArdle

Who plays on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight? Time, TV channel, live stream in Canada for October 12

As usual, Saturday night means a Canadian-heavy schedule in the NHL. Here is all you need to know about the second week of action on Hockey Night in Canada, including who's playing, the start time and TV channel.

Rudi Schuller

Gritty taunts P.K. Subban with a message for Lindsey Vonn

Gritty has a new love interest in mind for Subban's fiancée. Here's a hint: it's Gritty.

Tommy McArdle

Flyers goalie Carter Hart records first career shutout, dazzles with highlight-reel save

The 21-year-old goalie is off to a hot start in his second NHL season.

Tommy McArdle

Philadelphia Flyers give fans new way to express anger with rage room

The Flyers built the new "stress-relieving outlet" will open for Philadelphia's home opener on Wednesday against the New Jersey Devils.

Sammi Silber

Travis Konecny goals lead Flyers to victory in Prague

The NHL Global Series brought the Chicago Blackhawks and Philadelphia Flyers to Prague, Czech Republic, for both teams' 2019-20 season openers on Friday.

Rudi Schuller

NHL 2019-20 season: Key dates

The 2019-20 NHL season is finally upon us. Here are the games that you can't miss this year.

Rudi Schuller

Flyers' Nolan Patrick will miss start of season with migraine disorder

Philadelphia drafted Patrick, 21, with the second overall pick in the 2017 NHL Draft.

Tommy McArdle

Flyers reward promising winger Travis Konecny with six-year deal

The 22-year-old lit the lamp 24 times and notched a career-high 49 points in 82 games last season.

Sammi Silber

New Flyers coach Alain Vigneault on first days of training camp: 'Obviously, there’s a process to this'

Alain Vigneault brings nearly two decades' worth of NHL coaching experience to the Flyers' bench.

Tommy McArdle

Flyers give Provorov 6-year deal

Ivan Provorov was the fifth overall pick in the 2015 draft.

Thomas Lott

NHL free agency 2019: Jordan Binnington, Danton Heinen, Jacob Trouba among 40 to file for salary arbitration

Twenty teams had at least one player file for arbitration. Two teams may have up to four contracts to negotiate.

Matt Hornick

NHL free agency 2019: Tracking the initial buyout period

The NHL's buyout period began on June 15. Here's a list of players who've been bought out so far.

Drew Nantais

Maple Leafs hire Dave Hakstol as an assistant coach

The Maple Leafs hired former Flyers bench boss Dave Hakstol to serve as assistant coach, the team announced on Saturday.

Sammi Silber

Ryan Hartman oblivious to trade

Hartman is off the grid in Canada fishing, meaning he has no clue he has been traded from the Flyers to the Stars.

Gabrielle McMillen

Flyers reach deal with Kevin Hayes

The seven-year contract carries an average annual value of $7.14 million.

Arthur Weinstein

NHL rumors 2019: Aho, Werenski and the top restricted free agents in NHL's Metropolitan Division

Between now and July 1, Sporting News will break down the NHL's top free agents. Here's a look at the top restricted free agents in the Eastern Conference's Metropolitan Division.

Lyle Richardson

Stanley Cup Final 2019: SN Q&A with Jeremy Roenick on playing with a broken jaw

Jeremy Roenick suffered two broken jaws during his NHL career. He spoke with Sporting News prior to Game 5 about what Bruins captain Zdeno Chara is facing.

Jackie Spiegel

Flyers trade pick for Kevin Hayes

The Flyers traded a fifth-round pick in this year's NHL draft to the Jets in exchange for Kevin Hayes, the team announced Monday.

Ameer Tyree

NHL playoffs 2019: Canes once again need Justin Williams to become 'Mr. Game 7'

Wednesday night will mark the ninth Game 7 for Justin Williams who has made a name for himself in these high-octane matchups.

Jackie Spiegel

Yankees, Flyers distance Kate Smith

The Yankees suspended the use of the late singer's songs, while the Flyers followed suit and removed the statue of her outside their arena.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Vigneault named Flyers coach

Vigneault, who most recently coach the Rangers from 2013-18, has a career win percentage of .588 and a 648-435-35-98 record.

Kirstie Chiappelli

NHL Draft lottery 2019: Best odds to win No. 1 pick, 'Lose for Jack Hughes' sweepstakes

With likely No.1 pick Jack Hughes in sight, the Avalanche, Kings, Devils and others are in position to possibly land the 2019 NHL Draft's first overall pick.

Mark Suleymanov

Flyers sign 2018 first-rounder Joel Farabee to entry-level contract

The 19-year-old just wrapped up an impressive freshman season at Boston University.

Jackie Spiehel

Leafs' Patrick Marleau plays in 777th consecutive game

Marleau passed Craig Ramsay in the NHL record book when he took the ice Friday night.

Matt Hornick

NHL Rumor Roundup

With the season winding down, teams are looking to the future as LA and Colorado may be shipping out veterans Jonathan Quick and Tyson Barrie, respectively, while the Flyers may pursue the league's top UFA.

Lyle Richardson

Bryce Harper deal confirms that Philadelphia has another win-now team

The Phillies have vaulted into contender status after agreeing to sign Bryce Harper. They've joined the Eagles and 76ers as Philadelphia sports teams that are positioned to have immediate success.

Jacob Janower

NHL Rumor Roundup: What is Matt Duchene's next move?

The implications of Matt Duchene's future plans go beyond the Blue Jackets. Plus, are the Panthers and Flyers gearing up for summer spending sprees?

Lyle Richardson

NHL trade tracker: Completed deals

The NHL deadline has come and gone. Here's a list of every completed deal before the 2019 cutoff on Feb. 25.

Jackie Spiegel

What time is the NHL trade deadline 2019? Latest news, rumors, top sellers

The 2019 NHL trade deadline is here and teams are already wheelin' and dealin'. Here is your one-stop shop for all the latest trade news and rumors.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL trade rumors: Top 10 players most likely to be dealt at the 2019 deadline

The 2019 NHL trade deadline is quickly approaching with stars like Matt Duchene, Artemi Panarin and Sergei Bobrovsky in the rumor mill. Here are the 10 players among them most likely to switch jerseys by Feb. 25.

Lyle Richardson

NHL trade rumors: Could Wayne Simmonds be headed to the Bruins?

In need of secondary scoring help, Wayne Simmonds could be a fit for the Bruins ahead of the trade deadline

John O'Callaghan

Canadiens top Flyers as Brendan Gallagher posts first career hat trick

The Habs' alternate captain led the Habs to their 33rd win of the year with a his first career hat trick.

Matt Hornick

Q&A with the ever-entertaining J.R.

Never shy, Jeremy Roenick provides musings on everything from the NHL trade deadline to how he would love to be a part of the Hurricanes' postgame celebrations.

Jackie Spiegel

Order of Hockey in Canada: Jayna Hefford, George Kingston and Ken Hitchcock selected as 2019 class

This will mark the eighth induction class to the Order of Hockey, bringing the number of inductees to 27.

Matt Hornick

NHL Rumor Roundup: Sergei Bobrovsky's future with Blue Jackets unclear as trade deadline nears

With the NHL trade deadline swiftly approaching, more players continue to find their names among rumor talks.

Lyle Richardson

Flyers recall top goalie prospect Carter Hart from Phantoms

The Flyers goaltending carousel continues and this time it lands on 2016 draft pick Carter Hart, who some call the next great goaltender.

Jackie Spiegel

Flames' Sean Monahan scores twice vs. Flyers to hit six consecutive 20-goal seasons

Sean Monahan hit the 20 goal mark for the sixth straight time in his career on Wednesday night.

Rudi Schuller

NHL Rumor Roundup: What will William Nylander, Maple Leafs do before deadline?

All the buildup has been for this moment - will the Maple Leafs sign, trade or let William Nylander miss an entire season?

Lyle Richardson

Leafs' Johnsson nets first career hat trick against former teammate Pickard

Coming off a strong regular and postseason for the Marlies, expectations were high for Johnsson who finally broke out on Saturday.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL Rumor Roundup: Kings, Bruins need to bolster their struggling offenses

The Kings made a coaching change, but they may need more than that for an offensive spark.

Lyle Richardson

The best (and worst) Gritty Halloween costumes

Gritty is one of the most popular Halloween costumes for 2018.

Michal Neuvirth reportedly rejoining Flyers after AHL assignment

Help may be on the way for a Philadelphia Flyers team in need of effective defense.

Mark Suleymanov

Senators rookie Brady Tkachuk scores first NHL goals

Brady Tkachuk had to wait until his second NHL game to score his first goal. A little over half a period later, he had his second.

Rudi Schuller

Flyers' Calvin Pickard gets Gritty with it for new helmet design

The new Flyers netminder has fully embraced the team's viral mascot.

Jackie Spiegel

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

Internet reacts to Philadelphia Flyers' new mascot 'Gritty'

The Philadelphia Flyers unveiled their new mascot, "Gritty," on Monday — and Twitter had a lot to say about it.

NHL prospect rankings: Top 50 players in NHL pipelines for 2018-19

The 2018 NHL Draft brings a new wave of young talent into consideration for hockey's top prospects. Sporting News ranks the 50 best players not yet in the NHL.

Steve Kournianos

Now 'healed up' after injury-plagued season, Flyers' Simmonds unconcerned about contract talks

Heading into the upcoming season, Wayne Simmonds is more focused on getting healthy than inking an extension with the Philadelphia Flyers.

Dhiren Mahiban

NHL farm system rankings: Best, worst prospect pipelines for 2018-19, from 1 to 31

Which NHL team has the brightest future? Sporting News lists the top 10 prospects for all 31 teams, ranking their overall farm systems from strongest to weakest.

Steve Kournianos

NHL Draft rumors 2018: Live updates, trade buzz, grades for every deal made in Dallas

Sporting News will keep tabs on the latest trade buzz from the 2018 NHL Draft floor, with full details and grades on every completed deal.

Brandon Schlager

NHL Draft rumors: Erik Karlsson's moving day a mystery; Sabres eye another top-five pick for Ryan O'Reilly

The NHL Draft always surprises with an unexpected trade or two from the floor. This year, all eyes are on the Canadiens, Senators and Oilers, who could shake up the top 10 with potential moves.

Lyle Richardson

AHL teams play league-record 5-OT, 6-hour playoff game; winning goalie makes 94 saves

The Lehigh Valley Phantoms defeated the Charlotte Checkers 2-1 in Game 4 of their Calder Cup playoff series. The game began at 7:03 p.m. ET and ended at 1:09 a.m. Lehigh Valley goalie Alex Lyon stopped 94 of 95 shots.

Tom Gatto

Predators, Jets thriller a reminder of broken NHL playoff format

Some of the best possible playoff matches will take place in the opening rounds of the NHL playoffs, depriving fans of the best possible conference finals.

Evan Sporer

NHL playoffs 2018: Jake Guentzel scores four goals to help Penguins eliminate Flyers

Guentzel helped the Penguins earn a 8-5 victory in Game 6 Sunday to clinch their ninth straight playoff series win Sunday in Philadelphia.

John Arlia

NHL playoffs 2018: Crosby passes Lemieux as Penguins' leading postseason scorer

Sidney Crosby scored one of the easier goals you'll see on Wednesday night, but made Penguins history in doing so.

Evan Sporer

NHL playoffs 2018: Penguins center depth powers Game 3 victory

Pittsburgh's depth at center shines in its Game 3 victory over the Flyers.

Kaylee Pofahl

NHL playoffs 2018: Penguins score twice in 5 seconds, tie postseason record

The Pittsburgh Penguins poured on the offense Sunday in Philadelphia, in a historically fast fashion.

Evan Sporer

NHL playoffs 2018: Penguins' Letang exits Game 2 after full-speed collision with Flyers' Giroux

The Penguins' No. 1 defensemen went straight to the locker room midway through the first period, but returned to play moments later and appeared to avoid major injury.

Brandon Schlager

NHL playoffs 2018: Sidney Crosby dazzles with natural hat trick in Penguins' Game 1 rout

The Penguins captain has made a habit of batting pucks out of mid-air and into opposing teams' nets in recent weeks. He teed up another can't-miss goal Wednesday in Game 1 against the Flyers, then added two more.

Brandon Schlager

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

Enigmatic Flyers handle highs and lows of rollercoaster season

In a season of wild swings, the Flyers close in on a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.

Kaylee Pofahl

NHL Rumor Roundup: Hurricanes primed for bold offseason after management shakeup

With the Hurricanes poised to miss the playoffs for a ninth straight season, new owner Tom Dundon's pick for GM won't pull any punches.

Lyle Richardson

Golden Knights' Marc-Andre Fleury records 400th career win

Fleury made 38 saves in Vegas' 3-2 win over Philadelphia on Monday.

John Arlia

Patrik Laine ties NHL lead, hits 40 goal mark

Winnipeg's 2016 first round draft pick is the first Jets player to reach the 40-goal mark since 2008.

Kaylee Pofahl

Lindgren shines, but Canadiens fall to Flyers in shootout

Charlie Lindgren stopped 33 shots in Montreal's 1-0 shootout loss Monday night.

John Arlia

Erik Karlsson trade rumors: Senators superstar stays put at 2018 deadline

Erik Karlsson wasn't traded before Monday's deadline. It'll likely happen this summer instead.

Brandon Schlager

Derick Brassard's trades from Ottawa to Vegas then Pittsburgh, decoded

Derick Brassard, one of the most coveted players at this year's NHL trade deadline, is a Pittsburgh Penguin. How did it happen? That's a long (and complicated) story.

Brandon Schlager

Senators fan with anti-Melnyk sign at game gets visit from arena security

A Senators fan holding an anti Eugene Melnyk received a visit from arena security during the Saturday game in Ottawa.

Alec Gearty

'It's tough' — Senators attempt to shut out swirling trade rumours

As Monday's NHL trade deadline draws closer, the rumours surrounding Ottawa's players grow louder.

Murray Pam

Taylor Hall keeps getting rocked and scoring anyway

Taylor Hall has taken multiple hits to the head within the past week, but it hasn't affected the left winger's 15-game point streak.

Kaylee Pofahl

Jeff Petry anchors Canadiens blue line in absence of Shea Weber

Shea Weber's absence left large skates to fill on the Canadiens blue line. Jeff Petry embraced it.

Kaylee Pofahl

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

Q&A with Tom Dundon: New Hurricanes owner talks franchise's future, Mark Cuban and the 'Hurricane Way'

Three weeks into his tenure, Tom Dundon has already made his mark on the Carolina Hurricanes. Sporting News sat down with the NHL's newest owner to discuss the future of the franchise.

Salim Valji

Capitals vs. Flyers: Time, TV channel, how to watch online

The first-place Capitals enter the Metropolitan Division showdown 6-2-2 in their last 10 games, while the Flyers need to find a way to stop Alex Ovechkin.

Brandon Schlager

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

Defensive miscue leads to Maple Leafs overtime loss against Flyers

A frame-by-frame breakdown of what went wrong on the overtime goal in the Toronto Maple Leafs latest lost.

Evan Sporer

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

Couturier goes old school with Gordie Howe Hat Trick in Flyers win

Sean Couturier did it all in a throwback performance in Thursday's 6-4 win over the Islanders.

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

Mike Green continues to find defensive balance with Red Wings

Mike Green discusses the balance on defense and what the future holds.

Alec Gearty

Marleau notches 1,100th point in Maple Leafs' loss to Flyers

The 38-year-old registered Toronto's first goal as the Leafs fell 4-2 to Philadelphia on Tuesday night.

Rudi Schuller

Auston Matthews injury update: Maple Leafs star labelled 'day to day'

Auston Matthews collided with a teammate late in Toronto’s 4-3 victory over the Penguins Saturday and will miss his second straight game Tuesday.

E.Jay Zarett

Bo Horvat injury update: Canucks star out 'multiple weeks' with broken foot

Vancouver will be without its No. 1 center up to six weeks, the latest in a string of unfortunate injury news for a team that had a lot working for it early in 2017-18.

Brandon Schlager

Oilers improve depth at two positions with Davidson and Walker arrivals

Brandon Davidson and Nathan Walker practiced with the Oilers on Monday.

Jim Cerny

Bruins' Marchand leaves first period after hit, returns to score against Flyers

After first period hit forces him to miss remainder of period, Bruins' Marchand scores in return.

Alec Gearty

Flyers fans irate after team loses ninth straight game

Flyers' fans voice their opinion after losing ninth straight game on Tuesday.

Alec Gearty

Matt Murray injury update: Penguins goalie out 'week to week' with lower body issue

Two-time Stanley Cup-winning goalie, injured in collision Monday, out of Penguins lineup on "week to week basis".

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

Flames' Monahan records hat trick against Flyers

Flames' Sean Monahan records his first career hat trick on Saturday.

Alec Gearty

Flames' Matthew Tkachuk gets one-game ban for starting line brawl

The NHL's Department of Player Safety handed out another suspension Friday stemming from this week's line brawl between the Flames and Red Wings.

Brandon Schlager

Mike Smith nips minor injury 'in the bud', starts against Flyers Saturday

After missing most of the past two games with a minor injury, Mike Smith starts in goal for the Flames on Saturday.

Jim Cerny

Radko Gudas faces suspension, offered in-person hearing for slash

Rugged Flyers defenseman is in trouble with the league again.

Jim Cerny

Flyers' Gudas ejected after slash to Jets forward Perreault's head

Radko Gudas was given a game misconduct following a crosscheck to Mathieu Perreault.

Alec Gearty

Winging it: How Flyers’ top-line shakeup unleashed Sean Couturier

What started as an unconventional experiment by Flyers coach Dave Hakstol has rejuvenated Claude Giroux and unlocked a new level for breakout goal-scorer Sean Couturier.

Andrew Berkshire

Leafs look to Leivo, Kapanen to replace injured veterans

With Matt Martin and James van Riemsdyk out injured, Josh Leivo and Kasperi Kapanen are expected to fill the void for the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Michael Augello

Babcock knows what is missing from Maple Leafs play

Maple Leafs practice was short, but maybe not so sweet, Friday, as Mike Babcock sought to send a message to his team.

Dave McCarthy

Georges St-Pierre reacts to Ducks' Bieksa's 'superman punch'

The UFC legend approves of the Kevin Bieksa's 'superman punch' during the Flyers/Ducks matchup.

Alec Gearty

Ducks' Kevin Bieksa TKOs Radko Gudas with single leaping punch

It's a bird. It's a plane. It's a Superman punch-landing Kevin Bieksa.

Brandon Schlager

Capitals' Kuznetsov continues record pace with 11th assist

Watch Evgeny Kuznetsov records his 11th assist of the year.

Alec Gearty

Predators blow three-goal lead, win 11-goal thriller

The Nashville Predators and Philadelphia Flyers each held big leads on Tuesday night, with Filip Forsberg capping an 11-goal thriller.

Rudi Schuller

NHL opening night: Hat tricks, Patrick Marleau and Penguins' OT blues

The NHL regular season finally opened Wednesday with a few of its biggest stars in action.

Brandon Schlager

Kings to honor victims of Las Vegas shooting, including fallen staff member

Christiana Duarte, 22, had just begun a job working in the Kings' marketing department. She was one of the 59 killed in Sunday's mass shooting at a country music festival in Las Vegas.

Brandon Schlager

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

Watch: Nolan Patrick drops gloves with David Krejci in first NHL fight

Heralded Philadelphia Flyers rookie Nolan Patrick gets into preseason fight with Boston Bruins' veteran David Krejci.

Alec Gearty

Sharks' Joel Ward won't kneel for anthem, hopes to 'refocus' conversation

Joel Ward, one of about 30 black players in the NHL, explains why he won't join other athletes in the demonstrations against racial injustice this hockey season.

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

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Many things need to go right for the a Flyers return to the post-season, none bigger than a bounce-back season from captain Claude Giroux.

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