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How Zach Werenski has leveled up during an emotional season for the Blue Jackets
As the team continues to honor the memory of Johnny Gaudreau, the veteran blueliner has been at the forefront.
PLAYOFF WATCH FOR APRIL 8
STANDINGS, PROJECTIONS, SCHEDULE
Stanley Cup playoff watch: What's at stake on 10-game Tuesday?
With playoff seeding up for grabs, here are the key matchups. Plus, updated projections, enhanced standings.
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USA HOCKEY'S PROBLEM
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Can USA Hockey get more elite players to go to the IIHF World Championship?
For years, the tournament has been an afterthought for many NHL players. Here's how that could change.
TEAM OF THE SEASON
Nathan MacKinnon leads EA Sports NHL 25 Team of the Season
The first batch of NHL 25 Team of the Season honorees has been announced, with two more to come.
OVECHKIN PASSES GRETZKY
RANKING HIS TOP 20 GOALS
Ranking the top 20 goals in Alex Ovechkin's record-breaking career
Which of his 895 make the list? Here's a countdown chronicling the future Hall of Famer's highlights.
LeBron, Michael Jordan top reactions to Alex Ovechkin breaking Wayne Gretzky's NHL goals record
The Washington Capitals winger set the record on Sunday against the New York Islanders for goal No. 895.
Ovechkin career goal record chase: No. 895 passes Wayne Gretzky
Follow along as the Capitals star chases down Wayne Gretzky's record, including highlights of each goal and the upcoming schedule.
OVECHKIN THROUGH THE YEARS
The Alex Ovechkin Eras: Eight spans that define the career of the Great 8
Witness Ovi's evolution from rock star rookie to "young gun" to Cup winner to chasing Gretzky (and much more).
Why Ovechkin is 'nearly impossible' to stop: Opponents, teammates explain his shot
Top NHL blueliners, goalies and scorers explain Ovi's unique skill as he closes in on Wayne Gretzky's record.
NEW VERSION OF THE LEAFS
DIFFERENT COACH, DIFFERENT RESULT?
The Craig Berube Effect on the Maple Leafs -- and what it means for the playoffs
With nearly a full season of data, here are the big changes. Are they enough to alter recent playoff trends?
POWER RANKINGS
NHL Power Rankings: Jets take over the top spot, plus every team's performance vs. projections
The Capitals' run at No. 1 is over, with big shifts elsewhere in the top 10.
NCAA MEN'S HOCKEY
FROZEN FOUR APRIL 10 & 12 IN ST. LOUIS
Frozen Four is set: Denver, Penn State, Western Michigan and Boston University
Scores, highlights, features and more, from the regionals to the Frozen Four and national title game.
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- Ukraine support groups ask NHL to reject Russia
- Panthers say Bennett will be out until playoffs
- Longtime NHL goalie, TV analyst Millen dies at 67
- Gaudreau's widow delivers couple's third child
- Utah HC to open new training facility in Sept.
- Putin congratulates Ovechkin on breaking record
- Ovechkin nets No. 895, is NHL's goal-scoring king
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What to expect from top NHL prospects traded at the deadline
How will those players impact their new teams? When will they play meaningful minutes at the NHL level? Here are scouting reports on eight big names.
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Ranking the top 32 prospects for the 2025 NHL draft
James Hagens, Michael Misa and Matthew Schaefer are among the top prospects for the upcoming NHL draft. But who checks in at No. 1 in our first rankings?
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Capitals fan follows Ovechkin's goal record chase in countdown-themed car
Eddie Twomey's jeep is adorned with a number of decorations reflecting Alex Ovechkin's chase to surpass Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL career goals record.
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Canadiens' Brendan Gallagher offers fan jersey swap to honor late mother
After his mother's death, Gallagher is set to receive his "Hockey Fights Cancer" jersey back from a fan.
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Sabres announcer Rob Ray shakes off puck to head mid-commentary
The Sabres legend kept rolling on the broadcast despite the puck opening up a gash above his left eye.
