Seven years after his first Vezina Trophy, Andrei Vasilevskiy captured a second after leading the NHL in wins and guiding Tampa Bay back to the playoffs. His sustained excellence has placed him alongside legendary netminders, proving his dominance remains strong.

Jordan Staal scored twice, including the game-winner, as the Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 5-3 in Game 4 on Tuesday night. The 37-year-old captain helped even the Stanley Cup Final at 2-2 with his fifth goal of the series.

The Edmonton Oilers are exploring the controversial hiring of Mike Babcock as head coach, despite ongoing scrutiny surrounding his abrupt departure from Columbus in 2023. While the move has sparked backlash, reports indicate Babcock has received strong support from the Oilers'.

Connor McDavid was surprised by family and friends during a round of golf as he received his fifth Ted Lindsay Award, an honor voted on by fellow NHL players. The celebration served as a reminder of his journey from youth hockey phenom to one of the most accomplished players in the NHL.

The Golden Knights survived Carolina's stunning four-goal comeback before Shea Theodore ended Game 3 in double overtime. Vegas took a 5-4 win and a 2-1 series advantage.

Ivan Stenberg turned heads at the 2026 Men's World Championship, recording eight points in eight games against elite international competition. His performance reinforced why he's considered one of the most complete and NHL-ready talents in the draft.

The Golden Knights erased a two-goal deficit and got a late winner from Tomas Hertl to edge the Hurricanes 5-4 in a thrilling Game 1. Vegas' resilience shined through as it rallied for a crucial series-opening victory.

The Stanley Cup Final begins with Game 1, where momentum, special teams and goaltending could play a major role in setting the tone for the series. Here are three key storylines to watch as the race for the cup is underway.

Jordan Staal is on the verge of NHL history, as the Hurricanes captain could become the first player to wait 17 years between Stanley Cup championships. The 37-year-old won his first Cup with Pittsburgh in 2009 and now has a chance to win his second with Carolina.

Claude Lemieux, a four-time Stanley Cup champion known for his clutch playoff scoring and physical style, has passed away. He leaves behind a strong legacy defined by big performances.

The Carolina Hurricanes are headed to the Stanley Cup Final for the first time since 2006 after a dominant 6–1 victory over the Montreal Canadiens in the Eastern Conference Final. Taylor Hall and Logan Stankoven delivered standout performances.

Despite a 4-0 loss to Carolina in Game 4, rookie goalie Jakub Dobes earned roaring chants from the Bell Centre crowd after a 40-save performance. With Montreal now facing elimination, Dobes has quickly become one of the Canadiens’ brightest playoff storylines.

The Vegas Golden Knights advanced to their second straight Stanley Cup Final after sweeping the Colorado Avalanche. Vegas now aims to become the NHL’s first repeat champion since 2021.

The Stanley Cup Playoffs are no longer defined by goals alone, as NHL EDGE technology tracks key movements in real time. This postseason, John Carlson, Cale Makar, and Quinn Hughes have emerged as prime examples of how defensemen shape the game.

The Vegas Golden Knights defeated the Colorado Avalanche 3-1 on Friday night to take a 2-0 series lead in the Western Conference Final. Colorado now heads to Vegas looking to respond after dropping the first two games at home.

The Western Conference Final took a major blow as Cale Makar and Mark Stone were both ruled out for Game 2. Their absences leave Colorado and Vegas without two of their biggest stars in a crucial playoff matchup.

The Montreal Canadiens struck four times in the first period and never looked back, defeating the Carolina Hurricanes 6–2 in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final. Juraj Slafkovsky led the way with two goals and an assist.

Team USA’s Olympic gold medal run carried into the Stanley Cup Playoffs, bringing new confidence to the NHL. Even with many of those players no longer in the Final, the impact of their victory continued to shape the intensity of this year’s postseason.

The Buffalo Sabres’ playoff run ended Sunday night in a heartbreaking 3-2 overtime loss to the Montreal Canadiens in Game 7. Buffalo erased a two-goal deficit before Alex Newhook’s overtime winner ended the series.

After Minnesota’s playoff elimination, questions surfaced about Quinn Hughes and his long-term future with the Wild. But based on his performance, and Minnesota’s investment in acquiring him, the organization appears far more likely to build around Hughes than trade him away.