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William Karlsson breaks a 2-2- tie in the second period, giving the Vegas Golden Knights a 3-2 lead in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final.
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William Karlsson breaks a 2-2- tie in the second period, giving the Vegas Golden Knights a 3-2 lead in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final.

Watch as Vegas Golden Knights forward Ivan Barbashev scores just 30 seconds into the second period to tie Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final.


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Two Pittsburgh Penguins prospects are joining the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins.

Zach Werenski of the Columbus Blue Jackets has won the Norris Trophy, given annually to the NHL's top all-around defenseman.

From All-Stars and award winners down to diamonds in the rough, here's who will be available this summer.

The Predators have hired Avalanche general manager Chris MacFarland as their president of hockey operations/general manager.

The Canucks named Manny Malhotra -- who led Vancouver's AHL affiliate to the Calder Cup in 2025 -- as the franchise's next head coach on Monday.

Alex Carpenter is staying in Seattle, and Sarah Nurse is not leaving Vancouver. Both veteran forwards were protected from the PWHL expansion process when they re-signed with their respective teams on Tuesday.

In his state of the league address before Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final on Tuesday, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman announced All-Star Weekend will have an international hockey flavor after the success of the 4 Nations Face-Off and Winter Olympics.

The Dallas Stars announced Tuesday they have signed a letter of intent for a potential new arena in the suburb of Plano.

A solid free agent pick up for the rebuilding Canucks

Watch as Carolina Hurricanes forward Nikolaj Ehlers sneaks past the Vegas Golden Knights’ defence and catches a breakaway pass before burying a backhand shot past Carter Hart for his second goal in the first period of Game 1.
Former longtime Jets winger Nikolaj Ehlers scores twice in opening 12 minutes of Stanley Cup Final, matching his total from his first 25 career playoff games in Winnipeg.
The Carolina Hurricanes needed just 25 seconds to get on the scoreboard in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final.

Vladar is set to stay with the Flyers for the long haul.

Watch as Nikolaj Ehlers gets the Stanley Cup Final started with a bang, scoring the first goal of the series just 25 seconds into Game 1.

The 2026 Stanley Cup Final has officially begun. The Carolina Hurricanes are seeking their first championship since 2006. Meanwhile, Mark Stone and the Vegas Golden Knights want their second championship in the last four seasons. In Game 1, it was Carolina who fired the first shot, and it came almost immediately. Nikolaj Ehlers carried the […] The post Hurricanes’ Nikolaj Ehlers scores goal 25 seconds into Stanley Cup Final appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Watch as 2006 Stanley Cup champion Eric Staal gets the Carolina Hurricanes crowd roaring after sounding the siren ahead of Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final.


Benson Boone’s hit song Beautiful Things sets the tone for Game 1 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final between the Vegas Golden Knights and the Carolina Hurricanes.

Safonov was originally taken by the Blackhawks during the 2021 NHL Draft.

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Mitch Marner joins Kyle Bukauskas and opens up about his move to Vegas this past offseason, the Golden Knights’ journey to the Stanley Cup Final, what it’s like playing for John Tortorella, which old teammates reached out, and more.

The Edmonton Oilers should be looking to make some upgrades to their roster this offseason. After a quick first-round exit to the Anaheim Ducks this postseason, it is clear that the Oilers have some flaws to address if they hope to have better success during the 2026-27 season.The Toronto Maple Leafs, on the other hand, […] The post Oilers Trade Pitch Lands Maple Leafs $24.6M Defenseman appeared first on HEAVY.

With Canucks, Flames and Oilers not changing their clocks, broadcasters may be impacted
In all likelihood, Cam Talbot's time with the Red Wings has concluded. What were the best moments from his two seasons in Detroit?

While the NHL did not unveil Russia as one of its five teams set to compete in a brand-new twist on its 3-on-3 showcase at the 2027 All-Star Game, Russian athletes have been given the green light to join the league’s “Rest of the World” squad.

The Stanley Cup Final begins as the Carolina Hurricanes visit the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday.
Former Kings defensemen Sean Walker and Brayden McNabb are set to square off in the 2026 Stanley Cup Final as the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights battle for the ultimate prize.

The Canucks have signed forward Ilya Safonov to a one-year, two-way contract.
Good evening, everyone. Tonight starts the 2026 Stanley Cup Finals between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Vegas Golden Knights. I cannot say I am excited for hockey to be done for the offseason, but it does bring us one step closer to the New Jersey Devils being back on the ice. So, there’s that. The […]

Four countries and a "rest of world" squad will clash in the 2027 NHL All-Star Game tournament. Gary Bettman, Bill Daly, Marty Walsh and Ron Hainsey discussed the new weekend format and Russia's participation.

This is how hard it is to watch NHL hockey in 2026... absolutely ridiculous.

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Our Golden Knights vs. Hurricanes props and Stanley Cup Final best bets expect Pavel Dorofeyev to remain hot in the series opener Tuesday, June 2.
1 - With just one loss, Carolina (12-1) is the first team to reach the Stanley Cup Final with fewer than two losses since 1987, when all four playoff rounds went to the best-of-seven format.
The Hurricanes and Golden Knights face off Tuesday in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final


The Stars have played at American Airlines Center since 2001.

With the signing, Nurse has been protected through the expansion roster building process.


Canucks GM Ryan Johnson says there is a chance club could select Manny Malhotra’s son, Caleb, in NHL draft

The Vegas Golden Knights are facing the Carolina Hurricanes in the Stanley Cup Final, starting on Tuesday. While a lot of the talk has been focused on their incredible sweep of the Colorado Avalanche, one storyline was cut short on media day. Golden Knights goalie Carter Hart was found not guilty in the Hockey Canada […] The post Carter Hart’s Golden Knights press conference cut short after Hockey Canada question appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Bettman, 74, says no changes are coming imminently. “Reports of my demise are greatly exaggerated.”

The Penguins' Sidney Crosby, Jets' Connor Hellebuyck and Bruins' David Pastrnak are listed between 11th and 20th on The Hockey News' top 100 NHL players ranking following the regular season.

The Toronto Maple Leafs are putting one of their goaltenders on the market, with Joseph Woll and Anthony Stolarz both in play, per David Pagnotta.

The number 6 runs through NHL history—from the Original Six to classic defensemen and legends who shaped the game.

“Reports on my demise have been greatly exaggerated," says the commissioner.


The Carolina Hurricanes are in the Stanley Cup Final for the first time in 20 years. Before they face the Vegas Golden Knights, both teams spoke with the media, donning their traditional playoff beards. But when Hurricanes forward Jackson Blake met the media, he commented on his lack of beard, saying that the effort was […] The post Hurricanes Jackson Blake drops hilarious self-own on playoff beard appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The NHL All-Star Game will return in 2027 for the first time since 2024. Here is the new format for the game and the skills competition.
David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period has linked the St. Louis Blues to young Anaheim Ducks center Mason McTavish.
Inspired by military heritage, the Panthers shield logo design signaled a historic shift in franchise fortune, ushering in back-to-back championships and a dominant new era of South Florida hockey.

Five national teams, a 3-on-3 round robin, and a youth-only skills competition are coming to Long Island.

The Carolina Hurricanes have drafted and developed a core while using trades and free agency to round out their roster, while the Vegas Golden Knights are focused less on the draft and more on acquiring players in their prime.