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T.J. Brodie injury update: Calgary Flames defenseman could make return to lineup against Penguins

Brodie skated with the Mark Giordano on the top pair at morning skate ahead of their game against Pittsburgh.

Tommy McArdle

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Toronto Maple Leafs' Alexander Kerfoot suspended two games for violent cross-check

Alexander Kerfoot delivered a cross-check to the back of Avalanche defenseman Erik Johnson late in the second period on Saturday.

Jace Mallory

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Three things to know from the Edmonton Oilers' 4-3 shootout win over the Arizona Coyotes

Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl added to their ever-growing point totals Sunday, but the Oilers also got help from some of their secondary scorers.

Sammi Silber

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Viktor Arvidsson injury update: Nashville Predators forward out 4-6 weeks

The 26-year-old forward was hurt after being checked by Robert Bortuzzo in Nashville's 4-2 win over St. Louis on Sunday.

Sammi Silber

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Toronto Maple Leafs' Alex Kerfoot to have hearing for hit on Erik Johnson

A boarding minor for Alex Kerfoot on Saturday could turn into a suspension.

Sammi Silber

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Calgary Flames' T.J. Brodie gives injury update: 'It's good to be back ... I'm feeling good'

The defenseman is expected to practice Sunday for the first time since collapsing on the ice Nov. 14.

Sammi Silber

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St. Louis Blues' Robert Bortuzzo suspended four games for cross-checking Viktor Arvidsson

Bortuzzo cross-checked Arvidsson twice while in the crease.

Sammi Silber

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Three takeaways from Toronto Maple Leafs' 5-3 win over Colorado Avalanche

Tyson Barrie got a goal and assist in a 5-3 victory over his former team on Saturday.

Sammi Silber

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Leafs' Barrie scores in return to Colorado

The suddenly red-hot defenseman notched a power-play goal in his first game at the Pepsi Center since leaving the Avs in July.

Rudi Schuller

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Hughes reaching new heights in rookie campaign

The 20-year-old blueliner has two goals and 18 points in 23 games so far this season.

Sammi Silber

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Former Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Mark Fraser backs Mike Commodore's aggression toward Mike Babcock

Mike Commodore let loose on his views of the former Maple leafs coach following his termination on Wednesday.

Jace Mallory

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Alexander Edler injury update: Vancouver Canucks defenseman ruled out with upper-body injury

Alexander Edler, 33, left Saturday's game against the Capitals after a collision.

Jace Mallory

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Who plays on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight? Time, TV channel, live stream in Canada for November 23

'Hockey Night in Canada' returns with four games on Saturday's slate.

Rudi Schuller

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Flames GM: 'The manager has been horses—'

The Flames are mired in a six-game losing skid, and their general manager did not mince words when asked where the responsibility lies.

Rudi Schuller

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How much do Toronto Maple Leafs owe Mike Babcock?

Babcock's eight-year deal with Toronto was set to last through the 2022-23 season.

Rudi Schuller

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Three takeaways from Leafs' 3-1 win over Arizona

The Sheldon Keefe era began with an emphatic victory in the desert on Thursday night.

Rudi Schuller

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Flames set embarassing franchise record in sixth consecutive loss

Bill Peters' squad has not held a lead in over 350 straight minutes of gameplay.

Tommy McArdle

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Alexander Kerfoot injury update: Toronto Maple Leafs center returns vs. Coyotes

Kerfoot, 25, underwent surgery to repair facial dental fractures that stemmed from an injury on Nov. 5.

Tommy McArdle

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What exactly is the Dubas-Keefe connection?

The relationship between the Toronto Maple Leafs' GM and its new head coach goes back to the beginning of the decade.

Jackie Spiegel

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Toronto Maple Leafs make high-stakes bet swapping Mike Babcock for Sheldon Keefe

Kyle Dubas and Brendan Shanahan are placing an aggressive bet that this team will turn it around under a new coach with zero prior NHL experience.

Dave McCarthy

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Toronto Maple Leafs sign new head coach Sheldon Keefe to three-year deal, per report

Keefe will remain the Maple Leafs' head coach through the 2021-22 season.

Tommy McArdle

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Who is Sheldon Keefe? Leafs name Mike Babcock's replacement

Sheldon Keefe was promoted to Leafs head coach from AHL Toronto Marlies.

Jace Mallory

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What's next for Babcock? Former Leafs coach could have several options

The 56-year-old finds himself unemployed for the first time in 17 years.

Rudi Schuller

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Power rankings: Good, bad and ugly from Canada's NHL teams so far

The seven Canadian franchises in the NHL split into three categories at the quarter mark of the season.

Jace Mallory

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Kucherov leaves game after Schenn hit

Kucherov, 26, was hit hard by St. Louis forward Brayden Schenn late in the second period of Thursday's game against the St. Louis Blues.

Tommy McArdle

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Gonna tell your kids these were the best sports memes from social media's latest craze

Predictably, official team and athlete accounts were quick to embrace Twitter's latest meme fixation.

Eli Boettger

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Mike Babcock issues statement following firing by Toronto Maple Leafs

Babcock spoke after his ouster with TSN and The Athletic's Pierre LeBrun.

Jackie Spiegel

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Washington Capitals' Garnet Hathaway speaks on suspension for spitting incident: 'No one regrets it or is more disappointed than I am'

The 27-year-old was suspended three games for spitting on Anaheim Ducks defenseman Erik Gudbranson.

Sammi Silber

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Toronto Maple Leafs fire Mike Babcock: How Twitter reacted

Reporters scrambled to identify where the organization stands, analysts predicted where Babcock's future lies and a few former players offered some hot takes.

Tommy McArdle

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Shanahan on Babcock firing: 'The attention to detail' was missing

Brendan Shanahan helped bring Mike Babcock in back in 2015 and he was there for the end of the head coach's tenure on Wednesday.

Tommy McArdle

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Namestnikov leaves game with lower-body injury

The 26-year-old hit the boards hard after a collision with Montreal's Cale Fleury.

Tommy McArdle

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NHLPA files grievance challenging Jets' suspension of Byfuglien

Byfuglien, 34, has not yet played this season since failing to report for training camp in September.

Tommy McArdle

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Toronto Maple Leafs relieve Mike Babcock of coaching duties

The Maple Leafs fired Babcock after posting just two regular season wins in their last 16 games.

Sammi Silber

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Washington Capitals' Garnet Hathaway suspended three games for spitting incident: 'I reacted a little emotionally ... there's no place for that'

Things got heated between the Caps and Ducks on Monday.

Sammi Silber

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Ottawa Senators' Bobby Ryan enters NHL/NHLPA assistance program

Ryan, 32, has one goal in 16 games in the 2019-20 season.

Jace Mallory

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NHL teams facing the scariest salary-cap recapture situations

Roberto Luongo's unique situation when it comes to team's still paying his salary, raises questions about cap space for the rest of the league.

Lyle Richardson

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Vegas Golden Knights' Marc-Andre Fleury makes mind-blowing glove save, earns 450 career wins

One of the best saves of the season helped Vegas to a 4-2 win — and allowed Fleury to reach an important milestone.

Tommy McArdle

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Carey Price scores winning goal for Columbus

It won't technically go down as a Price goal, but the netminder put the puck in his own net to give the Blue Jackets the go-ahead marker in a 5-2 loss Tuesday.

Rudi Schuller

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NHL general managers talk offside review, recent Matt Calvert injury at league meetings

The league's 31 general managers agreed to further discuss changes to offside review after goals in their next meeting, scheduled for March 2019.

Tommy McArdle

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Blues welcome back Maroon, present him with Stanley Cup ring

The St. Louis native signed a one-year deal with the Tampa Bay Lightning over the summer.

Sammi Silber

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Born in the UK: Red Wings' Brendan Perlini on his English upbringing, a fresh start in Detroit, and the Inbetweeners

The Guildford, England native was recently traded to the Detroit Red Wings after requesting a trade from the Chicago Blackhawks.

Sammi Silber

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NHL 2019-20: Leon Draisaitl, David Pastrnak and 10 things we've learned so far this season

The NHL season is a quarter of the way through. Here's a by-the-numbers look at what we've seen so far.

Jace Mallory

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Jonathan Drouin injury update: Montreal Canadiens forward out eight weeks following wrist surgery

Both Drouin and Paul Byron, who had knee surgery, are out.

Tommy McArdle

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Four takeaways from Washington Capitals' 5-2 victory over Anaheim Ducks

Alex Ovechkin scored his 15th goal of the season en route to Washington's third win in four games.

Sammi Silber

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Don Cherry returns with new show after leaving Sportsnet

The 85-year-old was let go following his comments about immigrants on Coach's Corner on Nov. 9.

Sammi Silber

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Matt Calvert injury update: Colorado Avalanche forward out indefinitely

The 29-year-old forward was hit in the head with a puck during Colorado's 5-4 overtime win on Nov. 16.

Tommy McArdle

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New Jersey Devils' Cory Schneider on waivers: The three most likely scenarios for veteran netminder

Will Schneider play his way back to New Jersey, or might another team claim him off waivers?

Tommy McArdle

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How to watch the 2019 Hockey Hall of Fame induction ceremony

Guy Carbonneau, Sergei Zubov and Hayley Wickenheiser make up part of 2019's inductees to the Hall in Toronto.

Sammi Silber

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Hockey Hall of Fame: Caroline Ouellette, Jennifer Botterill headline five women who should be inducted next

This year's HHOF class includes Hayley Wickenheiser, the seventh woman to enter the hallowed halls.

Mike Murphy

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Hockey Hall of Fame 2020: Jarome Iginla should get the call in first year of eligibility

The 2020 class will be announced in June and the long-time Flames captain should be on the list.

Ryan Pike

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Three reasons the Vegas Golden Knights beat the Calgary Flames

The Golden Knights scored four times in the final frame and Marc-Andre Fleury in the win.

Sammi Silber

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Chicago Blackhawks' Kirby Dach quietly having strong start to rookie campaign

The 18-year-old has nine points through 14 games this season and is riding a four-game point streak.

Sammi Silber

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HHOF: Jim Rutherford changed the face of hockey — literally

The Hockey Hall of Fame induction ceremony is Monday, Nov. 18 at 8:00 p.m. ET.

Rudi Schuller

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Hockey Hall of Fame 2019: Montreal Canadiens legend Guy Carbonneau finally gets call 19 years after hanging up skates

The Hockey Hall of Fame induction ceremony is Monday, Nov. 18 at 8 p.m. ET.

Sean Farrell

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HHOF: Sergei Zubov 'was always a special player'

The Hockey Hall of Fame induction ceremony is Monday, Nov. 18 at 8 p.m. ET.

Jace Mallory

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Hockey Hall of Fame 2019: Trailblazer Hayley Wickenheiser built a career that revolutionized the game

The Hockey Hall of Fame induction ceremony is Monday, Nov. 18 at 8 p.m. ET.

Sammi Silber

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Hockey Hall of Fame 2019: How Jim Hughson became one of the cornerstone voices of hockey

The longtime broadcaster has been the lead play-by-play announcer on Hockey Night in Canada since 2008.

Sammi Silber

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Hockey Hall of Fame 2019: Frank Brown can't fully put Elmer Ferguson honor into words

The long-time New York Daily News scribe enters the Hockey Hall of Fame as the 61st winner of the award given for excellence in hockey journalism.

Jackie Spiegel

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HHOF: Jerry York surprised to get the call

York, 74, is the winningest coach in college hockey history after nearly five decades coaching NCAA teams.

Tommy McArdle

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Hockey Hall of Fame 2019: Vaclav Nedomansky's induction goes beyond NHL

The Hockey Hall of Fame induction ceremony is Monday, Nov. 18.

Sean Farrell

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St. Louis Blues' Oskar Sundqvist fined for charging Anaheim Ducks' John Gibson

Sundqvist hit Gibson in the head during a play behind the net in the Blues' 4-1 loss to the Ducks.

Tommy McArdle

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NHL players critical of Avalanche-Canucks officials for handling of Matt Calvert injury

The Avalanche forward was hit in the head with a wrist shot during the third period of Colorado's 5-4 win on Saturday.

Tommy McArdle

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Five things we learned from Canadiens' OT loss to Devils

Cale Fleury scored his first NHL goal while Keith Kinkaid stopped 39 of 43 shots.

Sammi Silber

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Eichel scores four goals, reminds world how good he is

Eichel scored all four Sabres goals on Saturday, leading Buffalo to a much-needed 4-2 win on the road.

Rudi Schuller

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Ron MacLean: 'I have collapsed a hundred times this week'

MacLean delivered a near five-minute monologue to the audience expanding on the situation that has gripped the public consciousness over the past week.

Rudi Schuller

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Kuemper drops Tkachuk, almost fights Rittich in wild brawl

We may have a new NHL rivalry on our hands.

Sammi Silber

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Draisaitl & McDavid just cannot stop scoring

The two players are producing at over three points per game and have already combined for 83 points through 22 games.

Sammi Silber

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Toronto sportswriter criticizes Jerry York for missing Hall of Fame game, gets ripped on Twitter

Jerry York did not attend Friday's ceremonies because he was coaching his Boston College Eagles in a game against the Vermont Catamounts.

Tommy McArdle

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Who plays on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight? Time, TV channel, live stream in Canada for November 16

'Hockey Night in Canada' returns with four games on Saturday's slate.

Tommy McArdle

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Toronto Maple Leafs' Zach Hyman returns: What it means from an analytics standpoint

The forward returned to the team's lineup Wednesday night vs. the New York Islanders.

Jackie Spiegel

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Ron MacLean addresses rumors of leaving 'Hockey Night in Canada'

Following Don Cherry's termination, Ron MacLean cleared up the rumor that he may leave "Hockey Night in Canada."

Jace Mallory

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Auston Matthews' disorderly conduct case: What to know, latest news

The Maple Leafs forward's charges stem from an incident that took place outside his Scottsdale, Ariz. apartment building in May.

Tommy McArdle

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Five things to know from Edmonton Oilers' 6-2 win over Colorado Avalanche

McDavid scored his second hat trick in a week and Draisaitl also added five points in the team's win on Thursday.

Sammi Silber

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Edmonton Oilers' Connor McDavid scores second hat trick of week because he's Connor McDavid

The 22-year-old also recorded six points in the first two periods against Colorado on Thursday.

Sammi Silber

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Jacob Trouba injury update: New York Rangers defenseman leaves game vs. Lightning

The 25-year-old blueliner has seven points in 16 games this season.

Sammi Silber

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Flames' T.J. Brodie collapses during practice

The 29-year-old was taken off the ice in a stretcher and was responsive following the incident, according to reports from inside Scotiabank Saddledome.

Rudi Schuller

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Pageau coming into his own as Sens try for turnaround

The 27-year-old has 15 points in 18 games to start his 2019-20 campaign.

Sammi Silber

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Today's Daily Fantasy Hockey Picks: Advice, strategy for Thursday's DraftKings, FanDuel NHL DFS contests

Fantasy Alarm's Daily Fantasy Hockey Playbook highlights the top NHL DFS picks and values for Thursday, November 14's DraftKings and FanDuel contests.

Brett Talley

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Leafs' Tyson Barrie taking struggles personally

His first 20 games as a Maple Leaf have been trying for the 28-year-old, who has yet to score for his new team.

Dave McCarthy

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Sidney Crosby out six weeks

The Penguins captain has been dealing with a sports hernia since training camp.

Rudi Schuller

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Sidney Crosby injury update: Pittsburgh Penguins star considering sports hernia surgery

Crosby, 32, has 17 points in 17 games so far this season.

Tommy McArdle

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Don Cherry insists 'the silent majority' supports him in interview with Fox News' Tucker Carlson

"I suppose if I had to do it over again then I would have said ‘everybody,’" Cherry told Tucker Carlson during an appearance on Fox News Tuesday.

Tommy McArdle

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Colorado Avalanche goalie Adam Werner records shutout in NHL debut

Werner, 22, came into the game in relief of Pavel Francouz, who was injured in the opening seconds.

Jace Mallory

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Los Angeles Kings' Ilya Kovalchuk reportedly told he will be scratched 'for the foreseeable future'

Kovalchuk, 36, is in his 13th season in the NHL and second with Los Angeles.

Jace Mallory

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Don Cherry speaks for first time since firing: 'I don't regret a thing'

The now-former 'Hockey Night in Canada' broadcaster offered different stances in multiple interviews since his firing was announced on Monday.

Tommy McArdle

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Here's the story behind the Carolina Hurricanes fan who stole an entire ice cream cone at a game: 'It was all in good humor'

Whether or not it's an act has yet to be confirmed, but if not... well, that took guts.

Sammi Silber

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Why was Don Cherry fired from Sportsnet? Immigrant rant over Canadian poppy pin ends HNIC tenure

The controversial hockey broadcaster had been a fixture on CBC's "Hockey Night in Canada" for the last 38 years.

Sammi Silber

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A timeline of Don Cherry's most controversial 'Coach's Corner' comments over the years

The longtime hockey broadcaster and TV personality was fired by Sportsnet after his comments about Canadian immigrants. But Cherry has a lengthy timeline of controversial remarks.

Sammi Silber

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NHL players, coaches react to Don Cherry's dismissal

NHL players expressed disappointment in the former 'Hockey Night in Canada' broadcaster's comments on Nov. 9 that prompted Cherry's career with Sportsnet coming to a close.

Tommy McArdle

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NHL rumors 2019: Will the league ever return to the Olympics?

Commissioner Gary Bettman recently called the Olympics “incredibly disruptive” to the season.

Lyle Richardson

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Today's Daily Fantasy Hockey Picks: Advice, strategy for Tuesday's DraftKings, FanDuel NHL DFS contests

Fantasy Alarm's Daily Fantasy Hockey Playbook highlights the top NHL DFS picks and values for Tuesday, November 12's DraftKings and FanDuel contests.

Brett Talley

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World Juniors 2020: Vancouver Canucks prospect Jett Woo's path to Hockey Canada goes through Calgary Hitmen teammate

World Junior Championship begins Dec. 26 for Canada when they face USA Hockey.

Ryan Pike

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KHL trolls Don Cherry, offers new show: 'Hockey Night in Russia'

Don Cherry was fired by Sportsnet on Monday, and got some ribbing right after.

Jackie Spiegel

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Three takeaways from Carolina Hurricanes 8-2 win over Ottawa Senators

Joel Edmundson had three points in the Hurricanes' win, while the Senators power play went 0-for-3.

Sammi Silber

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Don Cherry fired from longtime 'Hockey Night in Canada' role following immigrant comments

The controversial former NHL coach, a fixture on CBC's "Hockey Night In Canada" since 1981, will no longer appear on the broadcast after his comments about Canada's immigrants caused national uproar.

Jackie Spiegel

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Ottawa Senators are turning things around early on in 2019-20 — and here's what's working

The Senators are 3-2-0 to start November and are finding a lot of chemistry of late.

Murray Pam

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Columbus Blue Jackets' Nick Foligno suspended three games for elbowing Pierre-Edouard Bellemare

Foligno, 32, received a charging major and game misconduct for an open-ice hit on Avalanche forward Pierre-Edouard Bellemare on Saturday.

Tommy McArdle

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Three takeaways from Edmonton Oilers' 6-2 victory over Anaheim Ducks

Connor McDavid recorded a hat trick and Mikko Koskinen made 31 saves in the win.

Sammi Silber

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Edmonton Oilers' Connor McDavid nets highlight-reel goal en route to hat trick vs. Ducks and we're in awe

The 22-year-old forward recorded his fifth career hat trick en route to a win over Anaheim on Sunday.

Sammi Silber

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Ron MacLean apologizes for Don Cherry's immigrant comments during HNIC broadcast

Don Cherry's "Coach's Corner" segment co-host called Cherry's anti-immigrant comments "flat out wrong."

Tommy McArdle

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NHL, Sportsnet condemn Don Cherry’s immigrant comments during HNIC broadcast

On Saturday's "Coach's Corner" segment, Cherry called out immigrants, claiming not enough were buying poppies for Remembrance Day.

Sammi Silber

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Don Cherry sparks controversy again after calling out immigrants for not wearing poppies

Last week, the Coach's Corner co-host laughed and made questionable comments surrounding Scott Sabourin's injury.

Sammi Silber

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Three takeaways from Toronto Maple Leafs' shootout loss to Philadelphia Flyers

Frederik Andersen stopped 30 of 32 shots and William Nylander had two points in the defeat.

Sammi Silber

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Nathan MacKinnon injury update: Colorado Avalanche forward expected to play Saturday

MacKinnon, 24, sat out the final period of Thursday's 9-4 win over Nashville.

Jace Mallory

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Marc Staal injury update: New York Rangers defenseman undergoes surgery for infection in ankle

Staal, 32, will be re-evaluated in two weeks, following surgical procedure on his ankle.

Jace Mallory

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Three takeaways from Edmonton Oilers' 4-0 victory over New Jersey Devils

James Neal got back on the scoresheet and Joel Persson registered two assists in the Oilers' 4-0 victory over the Devils on Friday.

Sammi Silber

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Detroit Red Wings' Robby Fabbri scores twice in team debut vs. Bruins

Fabbri was acquired in exchange for Jacob de la Rose on Wednesday.

Sammi Silber

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Who plays on 'Hockey Night in Canada' tonight? Time, TV channel, live stream in Canada for November 9

There are four games on the 'Hockey Night in Canada' schedule this Saturday.

Tommy McArdle

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Lightning vs. Sabres: Victor Hedman, Nikita Kucherov lead Tampa Bay in win at 2019 NHL Global Series

The 2019 Global Series headed to Stockholm, Sweden, on Friday for the first game of a two-game set.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman calls Olympics 'incredibly disruptive' to NHL season

In Stockholm for the NHL Global Series, Bettman said the NHL's participation in the Olympics presents a challenge moving forward.

Tommy McArdle

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Winnipeg Jets reassign Ville Heinola to Finland, likely ending his 2019-20 NHL season

Heinola, 18, will return to Finland to play with Liiga's Lukko Rauma after a brief stint with the Jets' AHL-affiliate Manitoba Moose.

Jace Mallory

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How to watch the NHL's Global Series 2019: Time, TV channel, live stream

The Tampa Bay Lightning and Buffalo Sabres will play a two-game set in Stockholm beginning Friday, Nov. 8.

Jackie Spiegel

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Pittsburgh Penguins snap New York Islanders' win streak, throw shade on Twitter

The Islanders' 10-game streak ended when the Penguins came from behind to win Thursday. Then Pittsburgh's social media team went to work.

Tommy McArdle

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Three takeaways from Toronto Maple Leafs' overtime win over Vegas Golden Knights

John Tavares recorded two points in his second game back from injury, Frederik Andersen made 37 saves, and coach Mike Babcock earned his 700th career win.

Tommy McArdle

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Detroit Red Wings' early woes serve as wake-up call: 'We need to find an answer . . . quick'

Detroit is 4-12-1 to start the 2019-20 campaign.

Sammi Silber

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Alexander Steen injury update: St. Louis Blues place forward on IR, lose another veteran presence

Steen, 35, suffered a high ankle sprain on Wednesday night and we be re-evaluated in four weeks.

Jace Mallory

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Hockey analytics 101: Introduction to core concepts

A look inside the hockey analytics concepts that are driving the game today.

Mike Murphy

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Today's Daily Fantasy Hockey Picks: Advice, strategy for Thursday's DraftKings, FanDuel NHL DFS contests

Fantasy Alarm's Daily Fantasy Hockey Playbook highlights the top NHL DFS picks and values for Thursday, November 7's DraftKings and FanDuel contests.

Daniel Hoff

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St. Louis Blues trade Robby Fabbri to Detroit Red Wings in exchange for Jacob de la Rose

The Blues and Red Wings swapped young depth forwards late Wednesday.

Tommy McArdle

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Disney to reboot 'The Mighty Ducks' series on new streaming service, report says

A new series based on the 1990s film trilogy will reportedly air on Disney+.

Tommy McArdle

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Bill Peters speaks candidly on Flames' struggles: 'We need more'

The Flames beat the Arizona Coyotes 4-3 in overtime on Tuesday.

Tommy McArdle

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Klingberg out at least two weeks

The 27-year-old blueliner did not finish Tuesday's game against the Colorado Avalanche.

Sammi Silber

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NHL rumors 2019: San Jose Sharks, Winnipeg Jets contenders for early-season trades

After slow starts to the season, a number of teams may be looking to explore the market to get back on track.

Lyle Richardson

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Winter Classic 2020: Dallas Stars' jerseys showcase tradition of Texas hockey

The Winter Classic is set for Jan. 1, 2020 at 1 p.m.

Jackie Spiegel

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Bryan Little injury update: Winnipeg Jets forward 'in good spirits' after taking puck to head

The long-time Jets forward was hit by a rising slapshot in Tuesday's game.

Jackie Spiegel

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Cole Bardreau proves unlikely hero as New York Islanders extend win streak to 10

Bardreau scored his first career goal on a penalty in the Islanders' 4-1 win over the Ottawa Senators.

Tommy McArdle

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Three takeaways from Toronto's 3-1 win over LA

The third period turned into the Auston Matthews and William Nylander show as Toronto pulled away late.

Rudi Schuller

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Avs lose two coach's challenges vs. Stars and we're all a little confused

The team received a double-minor penalty in Tuesday's game against the Stars for going 0-for-2 in coach's challenges on the night.

Sammi Silber

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Kane sued by casino over $500K gambling markers

The 28-year-old allegedly visited The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas in April.

Rudi Schuller

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Montreal Canadiens honor Zdeno Chara at Bell Centre for NHL milestone

The 42-year-old blueliner hit 1,500 NHL games played when the Bruins took on the Canadiens on Tuesday.

Sammi Silber

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Lightning's Kevin Shattenkirk proving he's still got it

The 30-year-old blueliner was bought out by the New York Rangers during the 2019 offseason.

Sammi Silber

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Brady Tkachuk is a pest — and the Ottawa Senators love it

Tkachuk had two points and drew three penalties in the Senators win over the Rangers Monday night.

Jackie Spiegel

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Doughty to media: Don't twist players' words or 'we’re just gonna stop talking'

The Kings defenseman is feeling the fire after his post-game quote from Oct. 9 was used as a catchphrase by the Vancouver Canucks.

Rudi Schuller

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Today's Daily Fantasy Hockey Picks: Advice, strategy for Tuesday's DraftKings, FanDuel NHL DFS contests

Fantasy Alarm's Daily Fantasy Hockey Playbook highlights the top NHL DFS picks and values for Tuesday, November 5's DraftKings and FanDuel contests.

Brett Talley

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Toronto Maple Leafs' John Tavares returns Tuesday against Los Angeles Kings, will bolster lineup

The Leafs captain missed seven games with a broken finger.

Jackie Spiegel

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Quinn Hughes injury update: Vancouver Canucks defenseman tells reporters he's 'fine and good to play'

The rookie's left ankle appeared to cave in during the first period of Friday's game against the Anaheim Ducks.

Tommy McArdle

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Marchand & Pastrnak extend points streak, Halak destroys own stick

It was a strange game for Boston on Monday, with a pair Bruins forwards continuing their torrid pace while the goalie took out his anger on a hapless stick.

Rudi Schuller

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The Lineup: Pastrnak vs. Draisaitl, Tavares' return, red-hot Isles and more in the week of Nov. 4

Islanders, Quenneville, Tavares and Pasta are all set to be served in the week of Nov. 4.

Jackie Spiegel

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Dump and Chase hockey mailbag: New Jersey Devils' Taylor Hall, Washington Capitals' John Carlson and the 2020 draft

You dump the answers, we chase the questions in Sporting News' newest hockey mailbag.

Jackie Spiegel

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Nationals take their World Series party to Capitals' house

D.C.'s baseball team is still celebrating.

Tom Gatto

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Leafs, Hollywood stars wish boy happy birthday after no one shows up to party

The online community came together Sunday after an early-morning Twitter post from a dad featuring a photo of his son standing alone behind a birthday cake.

Rudi Schuller

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Lucic faces hearing following incident with Columbus rookie

Lucic, 31, punched Columbus Blue Jackets forward Kole Sherwood after the whistle during the Flames' 3-0 win on Saturday.

Tommy McArdle

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Scott Sabourin injury update: Ottawa Senators forward taken off ice in stretcher, shares graphic image of damage to face

The 27-year-old was seemingly knocked unconscious after a nasty collision with Boston Bruins forward David Backes.

Tommy McArdle

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Florida Panthers' Sergei Bobrovsky records first shutout with new team vs. Red Wings

Bobrovsky made 22 saves in a 4-0 win over Detroit on Saturday.

Sammi Silber

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A fan hit David Pastrnak's car in Boston — and he managed to get a picture out of it

Pastrnak and the fan posed for a photo after the two apparently got into a car accident.

Tommy McArdle

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Story of Montreal Canadiens fan eating a full tub of mayonnaise at game vs. Stars takes twist and we have even more questions

The Habs fan was splitting the tub of mayo with a fellow fan, who was dipping his fries in the condiment.

Sammi Silber

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Cherry laughs during discussion of Sabourin head injury

The longtime "Hockey Night in Canada" personality drew the ire from fans and other media members on Saturday.

Rudi Schuller

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Three takeaways from Oilers' OT win over Penguins

Leon Draisaitl's OT winner makes him the NHL's sole leader in goals and points.

Sammi Silber

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Nashville Predators unveil Winter Classic jerseys to widely-mixed reviews

The 2020 Winter Classic sweaters pay tribute to one of the town's first-ever hockey teams.

Sammi Silber

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Three reasons why the New York Islanders are on an eight-game win streak

The Islanders are riding an NHL-best eight-game winning streak after beating the Tampa Bay Lightning on Friday.

Tommy McArdle

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Three takeaways from Dallas Stars' 2-1 win over the Colorado Avalanche

The Dallas Stars beat the Colorado Avalanche 2-1 in a Central Division battle on Friday.

Jace Mallory

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Mika Zibanejad injury update: New York Rangers forward expected to miss Saturday's game in Nashville

The 26-year-old left Sunday's game against Boston following a high hit from Patrice Bergeron.

Jace Mallory

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David Pastrnak, Matthew Tkachuk and the top 5 between-the-legs goals in recent NHL history

We've seen a few pretty between-the-legs goals already this season. Here's a look back at the best across recent history.

Tommy McArdle

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Laine uncertain for game vs. Ducks

Laine reportedly collided with new teammate Luca Sbisa in practice on Monday.

Rudi Schuller

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The Wraparound: Draisaitl, Pastrnak battle for scoring lead as Halloween highlights week of Oct. 31

This week of NHL action saw everything from Halloween costumes to lacrosse goals to Red Lobster.

Jace Mallory

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Matthew Tkachuk's brilliant OT winner completes Calgary Flames' improbable comeback

The Flames rallied from 4-1 down in the third period to steal the victory in Nashville.

Jace Mallory

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Best Halloween costumes from NHL players in 2019

Many NHLers got in on the action for Halloween this year. Here are some of the best getups.

Jace Mallory

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Winnipeg Jets' Mark Letestu shut down for six months after myocarditis diagnosis

The 34-year-old forward will be limited to "very light activity" over the next six months.

Tommy McArdle

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Winnipeg Jets' Dustin Byfuglien undergoes ankle surgery, NHL future remains up in the air

Byfuglien, 34, has yet to report to the team after being granted a personal leave of absence in September.

Jace Mallory

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On the Road: Well-traveled Michael Grabner talks overcoming doubt, injury, settling in with Arizona Coyotes

The 32-year-old forward has been on the move throughout his career, having to get past adversity time and time again.

Sammi Silber

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Hockey Time Machine: Stories behind the scariest goalie masks in NHL history

Every scary-looking goalie mask has a story. Some concepts seem like they're straight out of a horror film, while others literally are. Gather around for these spooky tales — if you dare.

Jennifer Conway

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Three takeaways from Edmonton Oilers' 4-1 win over Columbus Blue Jackets

Leon Draisaitl finished the night with two goals and an assist, while Connor McDavid extended his point streak to four games.

Sammi Silber

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Today's Daily Fantasy Hockey Picks: Advice, strategy for Wednesday's DraftKings, FanDuel NHL DFS contests

Fantasy Alarm's Daily Fantasy Hockey Playbook highlights the top NHL DFS picks and values for Wednesday, October 30's DraftKings and FanDuel contests.

Daniel Hoff

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Former Toronto Maple Leafs GM, Hockey Hall of Famer Jim Gregory dies at 83

Gregory served as the Toronto Maple Leafs' general manager for 10 years and as a league executive for nearly four decades.

Tommy McArdle

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SN Q&A: Ray Bourque on Bruins vs. Rangers, his biggest NHL regret

Sporting News spoke with the legendary defenseman on a range of topics, including his most memorable moments at MSG, the current Bruins team and his biggest regret in the NHL.

Jackie Spiegel

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Strong effort not enough for Winnipeg Jets in loss to Anaheim Ducks

The Jets finished the game with 40 shots and made a late rally, but they also surrendered seven goals on 28 shots.

Sammi Silber

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Three takeaways from Capitals' OT win over Toronto

Alex Ovechkin and John Carlson each scored twice en route to Washington's victory.

Sammi Silber

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Svechnikov scores insane lacrosse-style goal vs. Flames

The teenager scored two third-period goals for the Hurricanes, including one that will surely make the highlight reel.

Rudi Schuller

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Tampa Bay Lightning lose Victor Hedman, Pat Maroon to injury in game vs. Rangers

Victor Hedman left the game with an undisclosed injury, while Pat Maroon left the ice after a fight with New York's Micheal Haley.

Tommy McArdle

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Muzzin leaves game vs. Capitals

The 30-year-old blueliner headed to the dressing room following a hit from Tom Wilson in the Leafs' 4-3 overtime loss to Washington on Tuesday.

Sammi Silber

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Ottawa Senators' Nick Paul finally finding confidence thanks to mentality, meditation — and Red Lobster

The 24-year-old forward has impressed so far in 2019-20 with four points in six games, including a three-point performance in Sunday's 5-2 victory against the San Jose Sharks.

Murray Pam

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NHL free agency 2020: Taylor Hall, Alex Pietrangelo headline UFA class

July 2020 could see a former league MVP, a former Vezina Trophy winner and three Stanley Cup champions hit the open market.

Lyle Richardson

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Alex Ovechkin says Toronto Maple Leafs 'have to play differently' if they want to win

The 34-year-old veteran offered his wisdom on Toronto's early-season struggles before his Capitals play the Maple Leafs on Tuesday.

Tommy McArdle

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Colorado Avalanche's Gabriel Landeskog's long-term injury could shake up Central Division picture

Landeskog, 26, has played in all 11 games this season for the Avalanche.

Jace Mallory

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Today's Daily Fantasy Hockey Picks: Advice, strategy for Tuesday's DraftKings, FanDuel NHL DFS contests

Fantasy Alarm's Daily Fantasy Hockey Playbook highlights the top NHL DFS picks and values for Tuesday, Oct. 29's DraftKings and FanDuel contests.

Brett Talley

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Nashville Predators sign Roman Josi to 8-year extension

Josi, 29, becomes the third-highest paid defenseman in the NHL with him 8-year, $9.059 million AAV extension.

Jace Mallory

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'Miracle' player won't stand trial

Pavelich attacked a friend with a metal pole after a day of fishing. His family is convinced the longtime hockey player suffers from CTE.

Bob Hille

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Pettersson records three assists in Canucks blowout

For the third straight game, Vancouver scored five or more goals.

Rudi Schuller

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Lowry suspended two games for boarding

Lowry will forfeit $71,138.22 and miss Winnipeg's games against the Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday and Friday's tilt with the San Jose Sharks.

Rudi Schuller

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The Lineup: Sabres look to remain red-hot

This week of the NHL kicks off with defenseman John Carlson still the league's NHL point leader, although he's got company at the top of the list.

Rudi Schuller

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Three takeaways from Vegas Golden Knights' 5-2 win over Anaheim Ducks

The Golden Knights were able to move into second place in the Pacific Division with a win over the Ducks.

Sammi Silber

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Boston Bruins' top line of Patrice Bergeron, Brad Marchand, David Pastrnak combine for 13 points vs. Rangers

Marchand and Pastrnak had five-point nights, while Bergeron notched a hat trick in a 7-4 victory over the Rangers on Sunday

Sammi Silber

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Boston Bruins' Patrice Bergeron records fifth career hat trick to hold Rangers at bay

Bergeron, 34, scored three goals in the Boston Bruins' 7-4 win over the New York Rangers on Sunday.

Jace Mallory

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Calgary Flames vs. Winnipeg Jets results: Jets come back to win Heritage Classic in overtime

The Heritage Classic returned after a three-year layoff with Winnipeg getting the win. Sporting News had all the highlights and goals from Canada's outdoor game.

Jackie Spiegel

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Pittsburgh Penguins' Sidney Crosby returns to play after taking puck to the face

Crosby took a sailing shot to the face near the end of the second period of Saturday's game against Dallas.

Jace Mallory

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Three takeaways from Montreal Canadiens' 5-2 win over Toronto Maple Leafs

Jonathan Drouin scored two goals to lead Montreal to victory.

Tommy McArdle

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Once a long shot for roster spot, Edmonton Oilers' Ethan Bear coming into his own

The 22-year-old defenseman has two goals, three points and seven takeaways in 11 games this season.

Sammi Silber

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NHL Heritage Classic: Most memorable moments in Canadian outdoor game's history

From Jose Theodore's toque to a three-goal frenzy for the Oilers, here are just some of the top moments in Heritage Classic history.

Sammi Silber

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Heritage Classic 2019: Time, TV channel, livestream, uniforms, weather

The Flames and Jets will play in the 2019 Heritage Classic on Oct. 26.

Jace Mallory

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New York Islanders' Nick Leddy first defenseman in franchise history to score penalty shot goal

The 28-year-old scored on a penalty shot as part of a three-point effort against the Senators.

Tommy McArdle

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Toronto Maple Leafs honor Patrick Marleau with video tribute during milestone game

Marleau played the last two seasons with Toronto in between stints with the Sharks.

Tommy McArdle

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Auston Matthews hurts head

Auston Matthews took what looked like a shoulder to the head from Brenden Dillon.

Thomas Lott

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NHL commissioner Gary Bettman throws shade at Toronto Maple Leafs while discussing playoff format

The NHL commissioner was asked about the NHL playoff format while at an event for the Heritage Classic.

Jace Mallory

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Calgary Flames' cap crunch may stifle chances of being Stanley Cup contender

The Flames are 6-5-1 to start the 2019-20 campaign and are now dealing with the fallout of questionable gambles and a number of injuries.

Ryan Pike

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The Wraparound: Jack Hughes, David Pastrnak and New Jersey Devils mascot make their mark in week ending Oct. 24

Keeping you covered on all the NHL action from Oct. 18 to 24.

Jace Mallory

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Duchene leaves game with lower body injury

The 28-year-old played his final shift of Thursday's game with 3:27 remaining in the second period and didn't return to the bench for the third period.

Rudi Schuller

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Carlson an early Norris Trophy favorite after historic start

The question isn't how well Carlson has played so far. It's how many points he may rack up by the season's end.

Tommy McArdle

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Senators score five, snap four-game winless skid

The Ottawa Senators defeated the Detroit Red Wings 5-2 on Wednesday night, putting an end to a four-game winless streak in the process.

Rudi Schuller

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Rantanen suffers scary injury vs. Blues

The 22-year-old forward left Monday's game after awkwardly hurting his leg.

Sammi Silber

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NHL free agency 2019: Complete list of all 31 teams' UFA, RFA players

The new NHL contract year begins July 1, and teams already have their eyes set on who they want to sign. SN has put together team-by-teams lists of the top players on the market.

Matt Hornick

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