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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.

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Everything to know about the Vegas Golden Knights and Los Angeles Kings before their first-round series in the 2018 Stanley Cup playoffs.

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Everything to know about the Winnipeg Jets and Minnesota Wild before their first-round series in the 2018 Stanley Cup playoffs.

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Everything to know about the Pittsburgh Penguins and Philadelphia Flyers before their first-round series in the 2018 Stanley Cup playoffs.

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A full first-round schedule for the 2018 Stanley Cup playoffs.

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The NHL said there "was no definitive replays" to overturn the call on the ice.

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The NHL's year-over-year standings upheaval have made for an interesting 2018 Stanley Cup playoff race. Here are the current odds and projections for every team still in the hunt.

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A year after finishing dead last in the NHL, the resurgent Avalanche knocked off the Blues in a de facto play-in game for the final Western Conference playoff spot.

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The Jets goaltender passed Tom Barrasso, who held the record since 1993.

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So close, Ovi. But hey, 49 isn't so bad either.

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NHL teams, coaches and players, many preparing for their final regular season games, encouraged fundraising efforts to support members of the Humboldt Broncos and their families.

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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.

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The 21-year-old defenseman was taken off the ice on a stretcher with an apparent leg injury during Saturday's game against the Panthers.

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There's a ton of hype around the 18-year-old Finnish sensation, who torched the Kontinental Hockey League and set teenage scoring records. How can he help the Predators in their Stanley Cup quest?

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All in for Rasmus Dahlin? Sporting News keeps track of each team's chances to win the No. 1 pick in the 2018 NHL Draft and the right to select the generational Swedish defenseman.

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Goalie interference will remain a "judgment call" despite season-long controversy, but a new review format will be put into place in time for the playoffs.

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Jets captain Blake Wheeler was asked to leave practice Saturday after a skirmish with teammate Ben Chiarot.

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In what would be an historic feat, the Vegas Golden Knights can clinch a spot in the Stanley Cup playoffs Thursday by beating the division rival San Jose Sharks.

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A day after wowing in his NHL debut, the Bruins rookie was given an excused absence from practice as he finishes spring classes at Harvard.

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Tiger Woods made it interesting on Sunday, but a late collapse kept him off the podium at the Arnold Palmer Invitational.

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The Bruins forward was involved in a scary collision with the Lightning's Yanni Gourde where he appeared to suffer a laceration to an unpadded area on his right leg.

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Tiger Woods (7 under par) is in contention again at the Arnold Palmer Invitational after carding a 3-under 69 in Saturday's third round.

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The University of Maryland Baltimore Country became the first No. 16 seed to beat a No. 1 in the history of the NCAA Tournament with a 74-54 win over Virginia on Friday.

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In the aftermath of Virginia's unprecedented upset loss to UMBC, the school's Twitter account pinned all its problems on a certain former president and his bracket.

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The former Devils and Thrashers superstar still has "gas in my tank" after an MVP performance leading the Olympic Athletes from Russia to an Olympic gold medal.

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Injured stars Jack Eichel and Auston Matthews each took steps toward returning to their respective teams this week, but neither has been cleared for Thursday's Maple Leafs-Sabres game.

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The NHL's year-over-year standings upheaval have made for an interesting 2018 Stanley Cup playoff race. Here are the current odds and projections for every team still in the hunt.

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The Bruins star has run the gamut on suspendable offenses through his polarizing NHL career, but this might be a new one.

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Through 54 holes, the 14-time major champion is in position to challenge for his first PGA Tour victory since 2013 after carding a 4-under 67 Saturday.

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The Bruins are on a roll, unfazed by injuries and suspensions, while the Blackhawks are stuck in unfamiliar last place, going through the motions of a lost season.

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Taylor Hall's 26 consecutive games with a point will live on in the record books. While the streak elevated the Devils star's Hart Trophy candidacy in a crowded race, his final point total shouldn't come to define it.

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Everything to know about the Texas billionaire, best known as the primary investor in the Top Golf franchise, including the most pressing question: Will he relocate the Hurricanes?

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Brock Boeser could miss the Canucks' final 16 games. The 21-year-old's 55 points rank second among NHL rookies.

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Ottawa is a mess, and the Senators' brain trust owed it to its superstar to deliver more than Monday's NHL trade deadline dud. Meanwhile, Steve Yzerman again showed why he's one of the league's best GMs, while rookie GM Jason Botterill got played.

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The Sabres gifted Evander Kane to the Sharks at Monday's NHL trade deadline. San Jose GM Doug Wilson took it and ran — possibly all the way to the Stanley Cup.

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It's here: NHL trade deadline day, the craziest tradition in hockey. Sporting News will keep you informed on news and rumblings from around the NHL, with grades for every official trade.

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Tiger Woods wrapped up a 1-under third round at the Honda Classic and is even for the tournament. Keep track of his complete results with SN's live updates.

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Sporting News has complete coverage tracking and analyzing the latest NHL trade news and rumors ahead of the 2018 trade deadline.

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Jocelyne Lamoureux-Davidson already has a nickname for the move she used on the shootout goal that clinched Team USA's first gold medal in 20 years.

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The U.S. men's hockey team failed to reach a medal round at the Olympics for the first time since 2008 with a heartbreaking 3-2 shootout loss to the Czech Republic.

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The Pyeongchang Games will likely mark the end of Lindsey Vonn's decorated Olympic career. Here's everything you need to know to watch the legendary U.S. skier chase her final medals.

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The 23rd Olympiad marks the debut of the mixed doubles curling tournament, one of four new events added to the schedule at the 2018 Games in Pyeongchang.

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Team USA finally found its scoring touch in a 5-1 victory over Slovakia to advance to the Olympic quarterfinals, where the Czech Republic awaits.

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U.S. coach Tony Granato apparently was "furious" with his Russian counterparts for a pretty silly reason.

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The Olympic Athletes from Russia clinched first place in Group B with a dominant 4-0 win over Team USA, which now faces a much more difficult path to medal.

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The 21-year-old Harvard product scored both goals in a 2-1 win over Slovakia as Team USA's college contingent took control, helping Americans forget about that opener.

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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.

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The unpredictability of an Olympic hockey tournament without NHL players was on full display with a pair of stunning upsets as group play opened Wednesday.

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Team USA suffered an upset of epic proportions to open their 2018 Olympic slate Wednesday, blowing a two-goal third-period lead and losing in overtime to Slovenia.

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The U.S. women's hockey team piled up five goals, including two six seconds apart, in their Group A blowout of the OAR contingent Tuesday. Next up: Canada.

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The 2018 Winter Olympics open Feb. 8 in Pyeongchang, South Korea. Here's everything you need to know to watch Team USA in the men's and women's ice hockey tournaments.

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Jack Eichel did not return to Saturday's game against the Bruins after an awkward collision.

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Maddie Rooney is just 20, but she'll get the first shot in a crowded crease to help Team USA set the tone Sunday against a talented Finland team.

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Brock Nelson got the winner and the hat trick, but Islanders super rookie Mathew Barzal all but locked up the Calder Trophy, becoming the second player in NHL history with three five-point games in his first season.

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

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The former Penguins fan favorite makes his return to the Steel City Tuesday night for the first time as a member of the Golden Knights.

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The International Olympic Committee's severe and stunning punishment of Russia Tuesday throws the men's ice hockey tournament, already devoid NHL players, into further chaos.

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

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For as long as John Tavares remains without a contract extension, a world of rumors and speculation is reality for the Islanders.

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The NHL's year-over-year standings upheaval should make for an interesting 2018 Stanley Cup playoff race. Here are the current odds and projections for every team still in the hunt.

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The Capitals (30-15-5) own first place in the Metropolitan Division, but the Penguins (28-21-3) are just six points behind and gaining quickly.

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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.

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Sunday's All-Star Game, the NHL's three-on-three showcase, is the weekend's main event. Sporting News had live scoring updates and highlights from the best moments in the tournament.

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The 2018 NHL All-Star skills competition underwent a format facelift to accentuate individual talents and personalities. Here are the full results from all six events.

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Jack Eichel and Auston Matthews paired up during Sunday's NHL-All-Star Game, to the delight of many.

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The 63rd edition of the NHL's All-Star Game takes place Jan. 28 in Tampa, Fla. Here's everything you need to know ahead of the weekend's festivities.

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It's painfully obvious at the 2018 NHL All-Star Weekend in Tampa that players still pine for Pyeongchang.

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Amid the NHL's infatuation with Seattle, Quebec City shouldn't get its hopes up for landing a franchise anytime soon. Plus, an update on how the league is handling the ongoing goalie interference controversy.

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The Islanders' All-Star captain spent much of his media availability Saturday answering familiar questions about his looming free agency decision.

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Before breaking for the All-Star Game, the Lightning will have to fend off several contenders for the No. 1 overall spot, including a possible Stanley Cup finals preview.

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The Bruins trailblazer became the first black player to compete in an NHL game on Jan. 18, 1958, which is now known as Willie O’Ree Day in Boston.

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The ever-opinionated "NHL on NBC" analyst touches on the NHL's controversial booking of Kid Rock to headline the 2018 All-Star Game, plus much more.

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Don't look now, but the NHL's 2017-18 season has officially entered its second half. Here's how to watch this week's schedule of games.

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The U.S. announced the final rosters for the men's and women's teams Monday during the broadcast of the NHL's Winter Classic amid much anticipation.

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The NHL revealed the complete rosters for the 2018 All-Star Game three-on-three tournament. These are the combinations we're most salivating over.

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As the sagging Sabres sink to new depths in the NHL standings, it's difficult to point out where, exactly, rock bottom awaits.

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If this week's NHL schedule looks lighter than usual, well, that's because it is.

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It's not gold, sure, but the United States will settle for bronze after a 9-3 victory over the Czech Republic, its third consecutive medal at the World Junior Championship.

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Canada beat Sweden for its first World Junior Championship gold medal since 2015 after a little help from an unsung hero.

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Sweden is headed to the World Junior Championship gold-medal game after a convincing 4-2 win over defending champion Team USA in the semifinals.

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For two weeks, the IIHF World Under-20 Championship serves as a glimpse into the NHL's future. Here are some of the top prospects we've got our eyes on in 2018.

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The New Year's Day tradition of taking hockey outside continues Monday with the 2018 Winter Classic between the Sabres and Rangers to begin the week.

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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.

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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.

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The long-awaited world juniors rematch between the United States and Canada is here, and they're taking this one outside. Sporting News is on site with live scoring updates.

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Organizers announced Thursday the show will go on as planned at New Era Field despite temperatures forecast between 15 and 20 degrees.

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Despite starring at the center of the known hockey universe, Auston Matthews remains a relative unknown for American sports fans. Here's why that's about to change.

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So much for the Christmas spirit. The NHL season resumes Wednesday with four matchups between division rivals to close out 2017.

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Now that the Islanders have a more secure future on Long Island, everyone wants to know: Will the captain stay or go? Don’t expect an answer right away.

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

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

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Playing overseas in the DEL these days, goaltender David Leggio intentionally dislodged his own net Friday night instead of facing a breakaway. Again.

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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.

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Calgary's resident NHL nuisance will sit out one game after prodding Maple Leafs forward Matt Martin with the blade end of his stick from the Flames' bench Wednesday.

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As host nation for the first time since 2011, the United States enters this year's IIHF Under-20 World Hockey Championship with high expectations and a loaded roster.

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It wasn't easy, but Ohio State won the Big Ten championship Saturday while Wisconsin's playoff hopes died with its undefeated season.

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The defensively challenged Blackhawks will have to make do without their starting goalie and early season MVP for an uncertain amount of time.

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Ray Shero's latest plunder puts New Jersey on the fast track to its first playoff appearance in six years.

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Too soon? The numbers say no. If your team is in or out of a playoff spot on U.S. Thanksgiving, odds are good they'll stay there come springtime. That's bad news for the Oilers and other underachievers.

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The Predators couldn't pass up the opportunity to poke fun at the #GRUMORS social media circus in the middle of their game against the Avalanche.

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Someone call the Academy.

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A country musician named Neal McCoy is not a fan of kneeling during the national anthem.

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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.

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

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After a fleeting NHL career, Vadim Shipachyov took a parting shot at the Golden Knights Saturday upon re-signing with the KHL's SKA St. Petersburg.

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Matt Duchene and Kyle Turris were two of the most obvious candidates to change teams in 2017-18. Now that they're off the market, who's next?

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At long last, Matt Duchene is out of Colorado. His new team, the Senators, got the best player but may not be better for it, while the Predators joined in as a third party and sent a clear win-now message in the process.

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The reported trade would have sent Matt Duchene to the Senators and Kyle Turris to the Predators, but talks fell apart before a final deal could be agreed upon.

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KHL president Dmitry Chernyshenko insinuated the league may pull its players from the Pyeongchang Olympics in protest of the IOC's doping investigations into Russian athletes.

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On Instagram, the Capitals captain called for "a strong and united Russia" to support President Vladmir Putin, who's expected to run for re-election in the spring.

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USA Hockey and Hockey Canada on Wednesday both unveiled the jerseys they'll wear in Pyeongchang come February.

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The hockey world collectively cringed Monday when the face of the NHL did his best impression of the most controversial figure in North America, if only for Halloween.

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Alex Ovechkin noticed a shirtless man on the street in chilly Edmonton Friday, so he came through with an act of kindness.

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Yuli Gurriel appeared to mock the Japanese pitcher with a slant-eye gesture following his first-inning home run in Friday's Game 3.

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Ken Hitchcock said the Stars were lethargic and needed a jolt trailing 3-2 when he pulled starting goalie Ben Bishop early in the second period Tuesday.

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

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Pittsburgh gambles it can revitalize a once-promising player who'd become dead salary cap weight Detroit needed to move to clear space for Andreas Athanasiou.

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Newly installed as odds-on favorites to win the Stanley Cup, the fast-living Maple Leafs are the toast of the NHL while their coach attempts to keep them on the rails.

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The Canadiens are 1-6-1 after a Friday night shellacking at the hands of the Ducks, their seventh straight loss to match the franchise's worst start since 1941-42.

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Jeff Petry's skate blade caught Jeff Carter in his lower left leg during the first period of the Kings' 5-1 win over the Canadiens Wednesday.

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Tuukka Rask has been diagnosed with a concussion following a collision with Anders Bjork during practice Wednesday.

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The majority of the 2018 U.S. Olympic men's ice hockey roster will be made up by a relatively anonymous group of Americans playing professionally in Europe.

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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.

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Hockey was secondary as the NHL's 31st franchise took the ice for the first time in Las Vegas, a reprieve for a community dealing with unthinkable tragedy.

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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.

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The 27-year-old Brown, one of about 30 black players in the NHL, has said he hoped to join other athletes in bringing attention to police brutality and inequality for minorities.

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A core component to the Panthers' defense corps present and future has signed on long term.

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It was truly a night of firsts for the NHL's 31st franchise, which pulled off a surprise win in Dallas despite being outshot and outplayed much of the game.

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The Stars joined the Golden Knights along their blue line in a gesture of solidarity before Friday's game in Dallas.

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The reigning NHL scoring champ picked up where he left off, netting all three Oilers goals in their season-opening shutout of the rival Flames Wednesday.

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

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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.

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It's time to start counting down the days until the the start of the 2017-18 NHL regular season. The puck drops Oct. 4. Find your team's schedule here.

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Sporting News' Top 200 rankings is ready for your 2017 fantasy hockey cheat sheets. Check out the best players, sleepers, busts, and more before putting together your draft strategy.

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Pittsburgh dealt its 2012 first-round draft choice to Vancouver Tuesday in exchange for a fourth-round pick in 2018 and depth defenseman Andrey Pedan.

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While the Oilers' wunderkind is the odds-on favorite to defend his Hart Trophy, expect a tight race this season. The same can be said about most of the NHL's other major awards.

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Sporting News' hockey experts attempt a semi-scientific study to determine which team will hoist Lord Stanley's Cup eight months from now.

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The Central no longer features a clear-cut favorite, meaning every team (outside the Avalanche) has a shot at the division crown. Easier said than done.

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The last two Atlantic champions missed the playoffs a year before winning the division. Odds are good the Lightning are about to become the third, and that means someone will pay the price.

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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.

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A handful of the NHL's worst teams reside in the Pacific, including the expansion Golden Knights (it's not their fault). But there's also a good chance we'll find the Stanley Cup champs here, too.

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Get the latest college football scores and highlights from Saturday's games.

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How one of the most accomplished regular-season coaches in NHL history remains a great mystery, but the Wild have a chance to solve it once and for all in 2017-18.

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It's true the Blackhawks' championship legacy is bound together by a Patrick Kane-Jonathan Toews thread, but that strand is stronger than silk.

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Brad Marchand, Patrice Bergeron, David Pastrnak may again form the NHL's most dominant line, but the Bruins' playoff quest has been slow to gather support.

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With their captain back, healthy and looking like his old self, the Lightning have the look of a mature contender ready for a serious run at the Stanley Cup.

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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 injury riddled Blues are already without four forwards for various lengths of time and could turn to the 45-year-old free agent to patch their lineup.

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No team has been hit harder by the preseason injury bug than the Blues, who continue to fill the infirmary with players key to their Stanley Cup aspirations.

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The retired NHLer, a former Penguin, was highly critical of the team's decision to accept President Donald Trump's invitation to the White House.

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Get the latest college football scores and highlights from Saturday's games.

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A handful of NFL franchises commented individually Saturday in response to the president's profane remarks against players who protest social justice issues during the national anthem.

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The president ripped NFL players who have demonstrated social activism before games, calling on owners to "get that son of a b— off the field."

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St. Louis boasts one of the deepest forward groups in the NHL, but the same can't be said about its defense. Injuries and unpredictable goaltending could lead to the Blues' undoing.

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After falling well short of expectations in 2016-17, the Panthers overhauled their roster and coaching staff with unknown commodities. Was it necessary, or an overcorrection?

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A mismanaged salary cap situation will make it difficult for Detroit to turn things around quickly, lest the losing seasons start piling up like the playoff runs once did.

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One (very important) piece to the Predators' impregnable defense corps is expected to miss half the season. How will it affect the defending Western Conference champs?

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The Stars are coming off a trying season filled with injury and tough breaks, but they're once again a popular Stanley Cup pick after a summer overhaul.

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Jack Eichel's star has been overlooked in the NHL's constellation of young talent. If he reaches the upper echelon this season, an end to the Sabres' playoff drought won't be far behind.

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Get the latest college football scores and highlights from Saturday's games.

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Things are going to be a little awkward around Denver until the Avalanche find a resolution to their Matt Duchene situation.

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Patrick Roy. Ray Bourque. Peter Forsberg. Joe Sakic. Adam Foote. Milan Hejduk.

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Can the Senators recapture the magic that carried them to within one goal of the Stanley Cup Final?

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The NHL, its players' union and both Florida franchises put together a sizable donation given to relief efforts across the state in the aftermath of Hurricane Irma.

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Jonathan Drouin is the Canadiens' No. 1 center by default, an experiment that ultimately will make or break their Stanley Cup aspirations.

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Playoff bubble team? Stanley Cup or bust? A case can be made for any scenario, which is indicative of Toronto's exciting but unpredictable youth as a long-suffering city hopes for expedited returns.

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Get the latest college football scores and highlights from Saturday's games.

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Parros amassed 1,092 penalty minutes — including 150 fighting majors — during his NHL playing career, but he's been much more than a set of fists as a cerebral league executive.

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Winnipeg's vote of confidence in its hockey braintrust will mean little if the Jets don't make the playoffs in 2017-18.

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Get the latest college football scores and highlights from Saturday's games.

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Vancouver will be the seventh stop in the veteran's winding 12-year NHL career.

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Columbus' No. 1 center will be sticking around long term at a reasonable rate.

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There are serious concerns about the health and career of the former Predators forward after "he returned to his old habits with alcohol," according to agent Bob Perno.

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Hockey's contribution adds to the millions of dollars raised so far from other professional sports leagues, teams and athletes toward Hurricane Harvey recovery efforts.

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The longtime Coyotes captain spent his entire 21-season career with the franchise, spanning to its days based in Winnipeg.

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The reigning Hobey Baker Award winner is headed to New Jersey after receiving interest from a third of the NHL.

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That catchy country tune you hear while playing "Madden NFL 18" comes from a name well known in the hockey world.

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Spurned by one top college free agent, Avalanche general manager Joe Sakic wound up with a pretty good consolation prize.

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Matt Duchene is expected to attend training camp with the Avalanche, though he remains on the trade block.

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The Islanders captain remains in wait-and-see mode about making a long-term commitment to the franchise, with training camp less than a month away.

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The 19-year NHL veteran passed on an offer to rejoin the Penguins on their three-peat quest to play one final season in his home state of Minnesota.

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Follow along with the latest NHL free agent rumors and signings as they happen July 1 and beyond.

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Is it possible the Bruins would look to trade away yet another young player on the cusp of stardom? That's not happening, if GM Don Sweeney is to be believed.

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Even at 45, it's hard to believe an NHL team has yet to sign Jaromir Jagr. The future Hall of Famer talks contingency plans if the right offer doesn't arrive soon.

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Given the opportunity to save face with some players still hopeful to compete in the 2018 Winter Olympics, the NHL drew a hard line Monday.

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The 26-year-old's $4.45 million contract is the first awarded via arbitration since 2015.

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The Flyers, Penguins and Bruins all will rank behind the Golden Knights at the ticket window during Vegas' inaugural 2017-18 season, according to Bill Foley.

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Age is nothing but a number for the 45-year-old future Hall of Famer, who wants in on a 24th NHL season. So why haven't teams called? That should change soon.

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Jaromir Jagr's cell phone, Ilya Kovalchuk's NHL future and whether Joe Sakic will ever trade Matt Duchene are a few of the intriguing storylines left to watch.

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Among the incentives: A readily available No. 68 jersey, $2 beer nights and the "opportunity to play against former NHL standout Trevor Gillies." That's going to be hard to top.

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Patrick Sharp, Justin Williams and Scott Hartnell are among a handful of free agents making a homecoming. How do they fit with their new/former teams?

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Find out the latest on NHL trade rumors, reports and free-agent rumblings before, during and after July 1.

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How much the soon-to-be 38-year-old will be able to help the upstart Leafs is a different question entirely.

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NHL general managers displayed uncharacteristic restraint July 1, reluctant to hand out inflated contracts to free agents. Anomaly? Or a lesson learned?

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Follow SN's live blog for updates on news, rumors and analysis from around the NHL as free agency opens.

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The NHL's top unrestricted free agent figures to have no shortage of suitors and will get the contract to match.

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