NHL Previews

Blues Seek Solutions for Third-Period Struggles Against Jets The St. Louis Blues are still searching for answers after two frustrating third periods have put them in a 2-0 hole against the top-seeded Winnipeg Jets. Heading into Game 3 of the first-round playoff series, the Blues are counting on the energy of their home crowd and a return to form to

Lightning Aim to Bounce Back and Even Series Against Panthers After a tough 6-2 loss in Game 1, the Tampa Bay Lightning are heading into Thursday’s matchup with a renewed sense of urgency. With the Florida Panthers having snatched home-ice advantage in dominant fashion, Game 2 becomes a critical opportunity for the Lightning to reset, respond, and prevent a daunting

Maple Leafs Closing in on Rare Playoff Series Win Over Senators The Toronto Maple Leafs are inching toward a milestone that has long eluded them: winning a playoff series with relative ease. With a 2-0 series lead against the Ottawa Senators, Toronto now holds a golden opportunity to solidify their grip on this first-round matchup as Game 3 shifts to

Golden Knights, Wild Zero In on Game 3 in Tight Opening-Round Series With the series now tied 1-1, the Vegas Golden Knights and Minnesota Wild are setting their sights squarely on Game 3 — a crucial matchup that could tip the balance in this fiercely contested first-round clash. As the series shifts to Saint Paul, both teams are pledging to

Canadiens, Capitals Regroup After Game 1 OT Battle: Focus Shifts to Game 2 Game 1 of the first-round clash between the Washington Capitals and Montreal Canadiens delivered playoff drama from start to finish — and both teams know there’s no time to dwell on the result. As Game 2 approaches on Wednesday night in D.C., the Canadiens aim to even

Emotions Run Deep as Stars, Avalanche Brace for Game 3 in Denver A playoff rivalry rich with history just got another layer of drama. With the first-round series between the Dallas Stars and Colorado Avalanche tied 1-1, Wednesday night’s Game 3 in Denver is shaping up to be both emotional and pivotal, featuring familiar faces in unfamiliar roles and a

Lightning vs Panthers Playoff Preview 2025: ‘Battle of Florida’ Returns to the Ice Two bitter Sunshine State rivals meet again — and the stakes couldn’t be higher. The Tampa Bay Lightning and Florida Panthers are gearing up for their fourth playoff collision in five seasons, reigniting what has become one of the NHL’s fiercest modern rivalries. Game 1 of their

Wild vs Golden Knights Game 2 Preview: Minnesota Confident Despite Narrow Game 1 Loss The Minnesota Wild may be down 0-1 in their first-round Western Conference playoff series against the Vegas Golden Knights, but spirits are far from crushed. After a tough 4-2 loss in the series opener — which included a buzzer-beating empty-net goal — the Wild are regrouping,

Jets Lean on Core Stars to Press Advantage vs. Blues in Game 2 The Winnipeg Jets are flying high after a clutch third-period comeback in Game 1 of their first-round series against the St. Louis Blues. With elite forwards Kyle Connor and Mark Scheifele leading the charge, Winnipeg will look to take a commanding 2-0 series lead on Monday night