What we got right, and wrong, in our NHL bold predictions. Revisiting one for all 32 teams
We can admit it. We were wrong. Well, mostly wrong. When The Athletic first asked its NHL staff…
NHL Power Rankings: A focus for every team as playoffs approach
The NHL playoff picture remains as murky as ever: a dogfight in the East and a pillow fight…
Ranking the 10 best NHL first-round playoff matchups that are still realistically in play
Did you catch another subtle sign of spring from the last few days? The NHL standings page added…
If the NHL playoffs started today: Projecting all 8 matchups and analyzing the teams
The NHL playoffs begin on April 18, and a handful of teams continue to jostle for playoff spots…
How bad can an NHL team be at five-on-five and still compete for the Stanley Cup?
Want to win a Stanley Cup? You need to control five-on-five play. Over 80 percent of playoff hockey…
If the NHL playoffs started today: Projecting all 8 matchups and analyzing the teams
The NHL playoffs begin on April 18, and a handful of teams continue to jostle for playoff spots…
Islanders blitzed by Canadiens as playoff hopes take a hit
MONTREAL — This loss to the Canadiens came by entirely different means than two nights ago in Ottawa,…
NHL playoff tiers: Where each team sits and what’s at stake down the stretch
The trade deadline is behind us and there are only 26 days until the end of the 2025-26…
Kent Hughes on Canadiens ‘roller coaster,’ his mystery target at the deadline, more
MANALAPAN, Fla. — Kent Hughes, in workout gear, sat back in his chair and pondered the question. What…
Sharks Locker Room: “Big Growth” Win in Playoff Chase?
MONTREAL — Was this a “big growth” game for the San Jose Sharks? That’s how head coach Ryan…
Chernyshov Goes to Hospital After “Scary” Hit, But Will Travel With Sharks
Igor Chernyshov left the game after a high hit from Mike Matheson. On the top San Jose Sharks…
Preview/Lines #64: Chernyshov Will Play, Askarov & Dellandrea Injury Update
MONTREAL — Igor Chernyshov will play tonight. The San Jose Sharks recalled the star prospect on Thursday, adding…