The NHL salary cap is set to rise to $104 million for the 2026–27 season, marking one of the largest jumps in league history. The increase will push maximum player salaries to $20.8 million and reshape how teams manage their rosters.

The NHL suspended Ottawa’s Ridly Greig for two regular-season games following a roughing incident against Carolina’s Sean Walker in Game 4 of their playoff series. The discipline will be served next season.

Charlie McAvoy will have an in-person hearing with the NHL Department of Player Safety after a slashing incident in Boston’s playoff loss. A suspension is possible and would likely carry into next season for the Boston Bruins.

NHL EDGE tracking highlights performance through skating speed, shot power, and distance covered, with John Carlson, Cale Makar, and Quinn Hughes standing out in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

The Ottawa Senators are dismissing speculation about the future of captain Brady Tkachuk following their early playoff exit. Tkachuk, who is under contract through 2027-28, said the ongoing chatter has become “frustrating” and a distraction.

Alexandre Texier scored the game-winning goal early in the third period as the Montreal Canadiens defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2 in Game 5 on Wednesday night. With the victory, the Canadiens take a 3-2 series lead and return to Montreal with a chance to advance to the Eastern Conference semifinals.

The Boston Bruins stayed alive in their playoff series with a 2–1 overtime win against the Buffalo Sabres in Game 5, fueled by a strong performance from Jeremy Swayman and David Pastrnak. The team now heads back to Boston for game 6, energized and hungry to win.

Shea Theodore scored 19:08 into overtime to give the Vegas Golden Knights a 5–4 win over the Utah Mammoth in Game 4. The victory evened the Western Conference First Round series at 2–2 heading into Game 5.

The Colorado Avalanche became the first team to reach Round 2 of playoffs, backing up their Presidents’ Trophy season with a dominant first-round sweep. Powered by depth, elite goaltending, and Cale Makar’s playoff-leading speed, Colorado is already looking like a team built for a deep run.

The Anaheim Ducks moved one win away from advancing after edging the Edmonton Oilers 4-3 in overtime in a heated and controversial Game 4. A disputed overtime goal by Troy Terry stood after video review, giving Anaheim a 3-1 series lead and sparking frustration from the Oilers.

The Buffalo Sabres shut out the Boston Bruins 6–0 in Game 4 after lineup changes that included scratching James Hagens and Mason Lohrei, taking control of the series. Boston now faces elimination after struggling to generate offense throughout the game.

Porter Martone has emerged as a key contributor for the Philadelphia Flyers in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, scoring decisive goals for his team. His poise and composure under pressure have quickly made him one of the team’s most notable early postseason standouts.

The Boston Bruins bounced back from a Game 1 loss with a 4-2 win over the Buffalo Sabres, evening the series at 1-1 behind a strong showing from their second line. Viktor Arvidsson led the response with two goals as Boston withstood a late Buffalo push to secure the victory.

The New Jersey Devils have turned to Sunny Mehta as their new general manager, signaling a shift toward a more modern, analytics-driven approach. With a proven track record and a clear vision, Mehta aims to quickly steer the team back into contention.

The Buffalo Sabres ended their playoff drought with a dramatic Game 1 comeback, erasing a third-period deficit to shock the Boston Bruins. Fueled by Tage Thompson’s two-goal performance, Buffalo’s late surge signals they’re far more than just a postseason cameo.

As Alex Ovechkin and Sidney Crosby met for the 100th time, the game felt bigger than the 3–0 Washington Capitals win. If it was their final clash, it stood as a lasting tribute to one of hockey’s defining rivalries.

Macklin Celebrini capped a dominant year by breaking the San Jose Sharks’ single-season points record with 115. At just 19, his all-around brilliance is reshaping the franchise’s identity.

Alex Ovechkin faces an uncertain offseason as he weighs whether to continue his historic career. After surpassing Wayne Gretzky, his next move could define his final chapter.

The Boston Bruins clinched the top Eastern wild card with a 4–0 shutout of the New Jersey Devils. They’ll face the Buffalo Sabres, fresh off a division title and playoff return.

NHL EDGE data spotlights elite speed, power, and endurance from Nikita Zadorov, Connor McDavid, and Martin Nečas heading into the playoffs. These traits often define which players can make the biggest impact in tight postseason games.