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SN exclusive: Wally Backman says 'it hurts' to see what has happened to former Mets teammate Lenny Dykstra

Wally Backman urges Lenny Dykstra to "grow up" after his latest arrest.

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Predators GM Poile pens classy letter to former coach Trotz on Stanley Cup win with Capitals

"The hockey gods got it right" David Poile says about Barry Trotz finally hoisting the Stanley Cup.

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Lou Lamoriello seeks 'culture change' as Islanders move on from Garth Snow, Doug Weight

Two weeks after becoming the Islanders' president of hockey operations, Lou Lamoriello relieved Garth Snow and Doug Weight of their duties.

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Podcast one-on-one with Davey Johnson: 'I always looked miserable when I was managing'

The former all star second baseman and 1986 World Series-champion manager goes one on one with Sporting News about his life in baseball and new autobiography.

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Lamoriello accepts Islanders' 'challenge', offers no insight on futures of Tavares, Snow, Weight

The Islanders officially introduced Lou Lamoriello as the club's new President of Hockey Operations Tuesday.

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NHL playoffs 2018: Golden Knights eliminate Jets, advance to Stanley Cup Final

The expansion Vegas Golden Knights beat the Winnipeg Jets 2-1 in Game 5 of the Western Conference Final, advancing to the Stanley Cup Final in their inaugural season.

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NHL injury update: Devils' Hall has surgery to repair torn ligaments in hand

En-route to a Hart Trophy nomination, New Jersey's Taylor Hall played four months with torn ligaments in his left hand.

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USA edges Canada 5-4 in shootout at IIHF World Championship 2018 opener

Cam Atkinson scores twice for Team USA in shootout while goaltender Keith Kinkaid finished with 40 saves against Team Canada.

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Lou Lamoriello will not return as Maple Leafs' general manager next season

Hockey Hall of Famer moves into an advisory role in the maple Leafs front office.

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Flames land new coach, set high expectations with 'honest and direct' Bill Peters

At an introductory press conference Monday, Flames GM Brad Treliving said he was "focused" on Bill Peters as soon as a coaching search commenced last week.

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NHL playoffs 2018: Predators' Ryan Hartman suspended one game for head shot

Nashville forward Ryan Hartman meets with the NHL's Department of Player Safety Thursday for his hit to the head of Colorado's Carl Soderberg in Game 4 of their first-round playoff series.

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NHL playoffs 2018: Nikita Kucherov in middle of everything as Lightning beat Devils in Game 4

Tampa Bay's Nikita Kucherov scored twice, recorded an assist and delivered a controversial hit on New Jersey's Sami Vatanen in the Lightning's 3-1 win over the Devils in Game 4 on Wednesday.

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NHL playoffs 2018: 'Emotional leader' Taylor Hall paces Devils to Game 3 win over Lightning

Taylor Hall had a goal and two assists as the New Jersey Devils defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-2 in Game 3 of their first-round playoff series on Monday.

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NHL Playoffs 2018: Vets Johansson, Schneider return for Devils' Game 3 clash with Lightning

Trailing their best-of-seven series with the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-0, the New Jersey Devils return home Monday and will have veterans Marcus Johansson and Cory Schneider back in their lineup for Game 3.

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NHL playoffs 2018: Blue Jackets' Alexander Wennberg doubtful for Game 2 after 'dangerous hit'

The Blue Jackets center was injured Thursday on a high hit by Washington capitals forward Tom Wilson.

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NHL playoffs 2018: Blue Jackets' Josh Anderson ejected, Capitals respond with two quick goals

Columbus Blue Jackets forward Josh Anderson received a five-minute boarding major and a game misconduct on a first-period hit against Washington's Michal Kempny on Thursday night.

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NHL playoffs 2018: Panarin's overtime snipe caps Blue Jackets' Game 1 comeback over Washington

The Blue Jackets' leading scorer netted the first overtime goal of the 2018 Stanley Cup playoffs.

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NHL playoffs 2018: Zadorov scores on Avalanche first postseason shot

Playing in his first career playoff game, Nikita Zadorov scored on his — and his team's — first shot against Nashville's Pekka Rinne on Thursday night.

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NHL playoffs 2018: Underdog Devils 'hungry for more' against favored Lightning

The New Jersey Devils carry a major chip on their shoulder facing the heavily-favored Tampa Bay Lightning in the opening round of the Stanley Cup playoffs.

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Rangers' coaching change: GM Gorton seeks 'fresh' start for rebuilding club

After firing Alain Vigneault, Jeff Gorton plots a new course for the New York Rangers.

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NHL playoffs 2018: Hall, Devils end long droughts, clinch postseason berth

The New Jersey Devils snapped a five-year playoff drought, clinching a postseason berth with a 2-1 win Thursday over the Toronto Maple Leafs.

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Devils experience ups and downs of NHL playoff race

The Devils are trying to hold off the Panthers and earn their first Stanley Cup playoff berth in six years.

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MLB Opening Day 2018: 'Nasty' Noah Syndergaard looks to set tone for more positive Mets season

Noah Syndergaard will make his second consecutive opening day start for the Mets on Thursday when he takes on the Cardinals. He and the club will be looking to deliver an early statement.

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'It was stupid': Devils' Johansson speaks out on Marchand concussion-causing elbow

The Devils' forward has been sidelined nine weeks with a concussion following an illegal hit from Boston's pesky winger.

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Ryan McDonagh Q&A: Lightning defenseman reflects on trade, time with Rangers

In a one-on-one interview with Sporting News, Ryan McDonagh opens up about the blockbuster trade deadline deal that threw him into the thick of a Stanley Cup run.

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Blue Jays look into future as Guerrero, Bichette, Alford star in 9-3 Grapefruit win

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette made impressive spring debuts in the Blue Jays 9-3 victory over the Orioles on Thursday.

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NHL Power Rankings: Chase tightens behind Lightning, while Blues, Rangers tumble

The trade deadline passed, and the Lightning still sit atop Sporting News' NHL power rankings, though the Predators, Jets, Bruins and Maple Leafs are closing in on the top spot.

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Ryan McDonagh trade grades: Lightning beef up for Cup run; Rangers plot future

Sizing up a blockbuster trade between the Tampa Bay Lightning and New York Rangers, two teams headed in opposite directions.

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NHL trade deadline: Rangers deal Ryan McDonagh, J.T. Miller to Lightning

In a trade-deadline blockbuster, the Lightning acquired Ryan McDonagh and J.T. Miller from the Rangers.

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NHL Trade Deadline: Jets' Wheeler assists in acquisition of Stastny

Winnipeg's captain played a small off-ice role when the Jets traded for Paul Stastny before Monday's deadline.

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NHL Trade Deadline: Defensemen off the market as Gudbranson signs, Holden dealt

The market for available defensemen before the NHL trade deadline dwindled Tuesday as one target signed contract extension and another was dealt.

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Islanders' 'rock star' Mathew Barzal relishes playing on big stage

After a three-assist performance Thursday night, the Islanders' rookie already has nine points in three career games against the rival Rangers.

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Rangers usher in rebuild with honest trade deadline declaration to fans

After years as a legitimate Stanley Cup contender, the Rangers told their fans Thursday there is a distinct shift in the organization's approach heading into the Feb. 26 trade deadline.

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Taylor Hall, Devils pleased with Alex Burrows' 10-game suspension

New Jersey's leading scorer was on receiving end of an attack from Senators' forward on Tuesday.

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NHL Power Rankings: Bruins, Predators push for top spot, while Wild make their move

As several teams assert themselves in the league's upper echelon, the Rangers continue to tumble.

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Fleury earns 390th career win, passes Hasek on all-time list, as Golden Knights beat Capitals

Marc-Andre Fleury passed the legendary Dominik Hasek on the NHL's all-time wins list for goaltenders.

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NHL Power Rankings: Here come the Bruins, there go the Devils

At the All-Star break, the Lightning remain at the top of Sporting News' NHL power rankings, but the red-hot Bruins are clearly a team on the rise.

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NHL All-Stars Crosby, Gaudreau salute Jagr after 45-year-old placed on waivers by Flames

The Calgary Flames placed the NHL's second all-time leading scorer on waivers this weekend, and several star players reflected on his incredible career.

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NHL All-Star Game 2018: Brock Boeser overcomes nerves, proves to be 'chill kid' in MVP weekend

The Canucks' super rookie scored two goals and totaled three points to win All-Star Game MVP honors Sunday.

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'I can't believe this is my life': Brian Boyle's emotional NHL All-Star debut

The veteran center receives a rousing, heartfelt reception at the NHL Skills Competition in Tampa on Saturday.

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NHL trade rumors: Erik Karlsson admits Senators need a change, deflects talk of own future

The Senators' All-Star captain says the team brought a poor 2017-18 season "upon ourselves."

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NHL trade rumors: Carey Price praises 'real professional' Max Pacioretty for handling speculation

As trade rumors fly, the Canadiens' captain keeps scoring goals, impressing All-Star teammate Carey Price.

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NHL Power Rankings: Scalding Flames surge, Penguins also on the move

The Flames and Avalanche, both riding seven-game win streaks, make major leaps in this week's NHL power rankings as the Penguins and Bruins also do some climbing.

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Claude Julien returns to Boston: 'There was a bond that was built here'

Claude Julien leads the Canadiens into Boston on Wednesday, nearly a year to the day the Bruins fired him.

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After 11 years and 748 games, Devils' Andy Greene earns first fighting major

Devils captain drops gloves with Islanders' Brock Nelson, says he "blacked out" during first career fight.

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Islanders' coach Weight snarks at elevated shot totals in Montreal

The Canadiens were credited with 56 shots on goal in their 5-4 overtime loss to the Islanders on Monday at the Bell Centre.

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2018 Stanley Cup odds: Surprising Golden Knights chase Lightning at midseason

Vegas oddsmakers believe in the hometown Golden Knights, whose odds to win the Stanley Cup trail only the Tampa Bay Lightning midway through the 2017-18 season.

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Lightning scores hat trick vs. Carolina, but Hurricanes give fans 'fat trick'

The Hurricanes lost to the Lightning when Tyler Johnson recorded a hat trick, but fans of the Raleigh-based team were rewarded with a trio of food freebies, dubbed the "fat trick", during the game

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McDavid calls for NHL rule change after offside call costs Oilers in latest loss

The NHL's reigning MVP is not happy with the league's offside rule.

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NHL injuries: Rangers' Kreider undergoes successful rib resection following blood clot scare

The power forward will be evaluated in late February to see when or if he can return to the Rangers' lineup this season.

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Jets' Paul Maurice fires back to Sharks players: 'We've got nothing to complain about'

The Jets coach responded to recent negative comments made by San Jose Sharks players about the city of Winnipeg.

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NHL midseason awards: Kucherov, Gallant, Boeser among the elite

Sporting News breaks down the NHL awards race halfway through the 2017-18 schedule.

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Couturier goes old school with Gordie Howe Hat Trick in Flyers win

Sean Couturier did it all in a throwback performance in Thursday's 6-4 win over the Islanders.

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NHL Power Rankings: Vegas charges into top five, Lightning steady at No. 1

The top and bottom teams remain the same as our weekly NHL rankings cross into 2018, but there is much change in between.

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NHL Winter Classic 2018: Rangers' J.T. Miller matures into outdoor overtime hero

J.T. Miller made the most of his delayed opportunity to play in an outdoor NHL game.

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NHL Winter Classic 2018: Rangers remain perfect outdoors, beat Sabres in overtime

The NHL's New Year's Day tradition of taking hockey outside continued Monday as the Rangers defeated the Sabres 3-2 in overtime.

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NHL Winter Classic 2018: Sabres star Jack Eichel thrust into spotlight, takes center stage

Jack Eichel has seven goals in his last six games entering the Winter Classic outdoor game on New Year's Day.

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NHL Winter Classic 2018: Rangers' Henrik Lundqvist looks to remain perfect outdoors

Rangers goaltender Henrik Lundqvist has never lost in three outdoor games, and hopes to keep that streak intact at the NHL Winter Classic on New Year's Day against the Sabres.

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NHL trades: Sergachev, Lightning beat Drouin, Canadiens in first meeting since deal

The Lightning and Canadiens faced off Thursday for the first time since last June's trade of key young players.

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NHL Injuries: Rangers' Kreider out indefinitely with blood clot in arm

Rangers' winger left Wednesday's game against the Capitals with what was first termed an upper body injury.

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Bah Humbug! Blue Jackets lose injured Atkinson, Wennberg 4-6 weeks each

The hits keep coming for the injury-plagued Columbus Blue Jackets, with the latest blows coming at the expense of Cam Atkinson and Alexander Wennberg.

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Auston Matthews injury update: Admits to 'concussion symptoms', practices with Maple Leafs

Auston Matthews returned to practice on Friday, and then afterwards spilled the beans on his latest injury.

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Rangers vs. Devils: Restoring the importance of this once-great NHL rivalry

For the first time in six seasons, the New York Rangers and New Jersey Devils are both competitive and fighting for the top spot in the Metropolitan Division.

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NHL Power Rankings: Capitals, Rangers, Devils make moves on Lightning

Three Metro teams make significant moves into the top 10 of this week's NHL power rankings, though the Lightning retain the top spot for a sixth straight week.

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NHL Trades: Devils and Ducks both happy following Henrique, Vatanen deal

The Devils and Ducks meet Monday, less than three weeks after the big trade involving Adam Henrique and Sami Vatanen.

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Fleury tops Murray and Penguins in first game against friend, former team

Thursday was a special night for the Golden Knights goaltender.

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NHL Power Rankings: Streaking Lightning stay on top; Leafs, Kings, Caps move up

Tampa's winning streak keeps things status quo at No. 1. After that, the Maple Leafs, Kings, Capitals and Flyers trend up, while the banged-up Canucks slip again.

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Watch: Four NHL games decided in overtime on same night

There was plenty of free hockey and exciting overtime results in the NHL on Thursday.

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Kevin Shattenkirk says Barry Trotz criticism 'doesn't sit well' ahead of Rangers-Capitals

Capitals coach Barry Trotz offered a direct, honest assessment of Kevin Shattenkirk, and the Rangers defenseman was not too thrilled Thursday.

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NHL Power Rankings: Lightning bolt back to top while Predators surge to No. 2

There's a shakeup at the top of this week's NHL power rankings after the Blues hit their first rough patch of the young season.

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Forbes' most valuable NHL franchises: Maple Leafs pass Canadiens, still chasing No. 1 Rangers

The New York Rangers top Forbes' list for the third consecutive year.

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Mike Keenan is free agent again, fired from KHL job

The former Stanley Cup and Gagarin Cup-winning coach is again looking for a job.

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Matt Moulson placed on waivers: Is this the end for high-priced Sabres veteran?

The Buffalo Sabres announced their plan to place Matt Moulson on waivers Monday.

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Noah Hanifin beats the clock, Hurricanes beat Panthers in overtime

Hurricanes defenseman scores game-winning goal with two seconds left in overtime.

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By the numbers: Canadiens rout Red Wings 10-1

Breaking down an old fashioned butt-whipping at the Bell Centre Saturday night.

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Kris Russell's own-goal blunder: 'A not-so-good thing happened'

Kris Russell will long be remembered for the mistake he made late in Thursday night's game.

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NHL Power Rankings: Blues back on top as Islanders, Predators, Vegas also move up

The Blues and Lightning are clearly the two best teams in the NHL. But there's been a bunch of shifting beneath them during the month of November.

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Both good and bad on display in Rangers Garden defeat

Rolling in the month of November, the New York Rangers stubbed their collective toe Tuesday with a 5-4 loss to the Florida Panthers in which plenty of good and bad were showcased by the home team.

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Matt Murray injury update: Penguins goalie out 'week to week' with lower body issue

Two-time Stanley Cup-winning goalie, injured in collision Monday, out of Penguins lineup on "week to week basis".

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Roberto Luongo focused on helping Panthers win, not on setting records

The Panthers veteran is only the second goalie in NHL history to win 200 games with two different teams.

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NHL Power Rankings: Jets, Jackets trending up while Oilers, Canadiens slide

What has happened to the Edmonton Oilers and Montreal Canadiens? These two teams continue to lose — and in ugly fashion — while falling further behind in SN's power rankings.

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NHL awards watch: Stamkos and his Lightning coach among favorites at quarter mark

Not surprisingly, the first-overall Tampa Bay Lightning have many candidates for NHL awards one-quarter of the way through the season.

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Radko Gudas faces suspension, offered in-person hearing for slash

Rugged Flyers defenseman is in trouble with the league again.

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Oilers and Blues on opposite paths, face off on Thursday

The Edmonton Oilers are trending up, and the Blues down, heading into their first head-to-head meeting Thursday at Rogers Place.

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NHL Power Rankings: Lightning ride West Coast sweep back to the top

The Rangers, Maple Leafs, Jets and Wild are all on the rise, but it's the Lightning who own the top spot again.

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Former Jays GM Anthopoulos 'ecstatic' with new Braves job

Alex Anthopoulos did not seek new gig, but is thrilled to be new general manager of Atlanta Braves

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NHL Power Rankings: Blues overtake Lightning, Penguins sneak back into top five

Mike Yeo's Blues are the most complete team in the NHL right now. But the Lightning, Kings, Sharks and SN's preseason No. 1 Penguins are close behind.

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Matt Duchene trade: Common goal unites star player and Dorion with Senators

Matt Duchene has a shared goal with his new general manager, Pierre Dorion, in Ottawa.

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NHL trades: Contract impasse paves way for Kyle Turris to join Predators

Kyle Turris couln't get a contract extension worked out with the Ottawa Senators, but he did with the Nashville Predators, the final piece of the puzzle of a complicated three-way trade Sunday.

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Matt Duchene trade: Newest Senator chooses sweater No. 95

Matt Duchene's first major decision with his new team was choosing a new sweater number.

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NHL fines Stamkos, Hayes and Killorn after Rangers and Lightning water squirt battle

Not everyone thought squirts from water bottles were so funny Thursday when the Rangers beat the Lightning 2-1.

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NHL Power Rankings: Red-hot Blues breathing down Lightning's neck for top spot

Despite myriad injuries, the St. Louis Blues keep winning games, and they've jumped into the No. 2 spot in our weekly NHL power rankings.

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Trick or Treat: NHL's best and worst to start the season

In time for Halloween, a look at some of the NHL's early season ghoulish tricks and delicious treats after one month of play.

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Derek Stepan deserves warm welcome when he returns to Garden Thursday

Veteran center faces the Rangers for the first time since being traded to the Coyotes.

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NHL Power Rankings: Lightning bolt to No. 1, Kings crack top five

There's a new team atop our weekly NHL power rankings, and keep an eye on the fast-rising L.A. Kings and Vegas Golden Knights.

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There is a glimmer of hope for struggling Rangers

It's not pretty as the New York Rangers lost again Monday, and have won only twice in ten games, but they need not panic just yet.

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Charismatic Callaway introduced as Mets manager, promises to love his players

Mickey Callaway was named the 21st manager in New York Mets history on Monday.

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Brian Boyle receives cheers in return to Devils practice

It was a feel-good moment Sunday when Brian Boyle practiced for the first time since being diagnosed with CML.

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Dan Girardi 'everything our team needed,' says Lightning coach

Veteran defenseman making his mark on and off the ice for new team.

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NHL Power Rankings: Rangers, Canadiens dropping like rocks

It's been a rough two weeks for a couple NHL slow-starters. Two Western Conference teams with low expectations move into top 10 of this week's rankings.

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Now with Devils, Marcus Johansson ready for 'weird' night facing former team, Capitals

The talented Swede has helped improve the New Jersey Devils' early fortunes after seven solid seasons with the Washington Capitals.

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NHL Power Rankings: Maple Leafs take over top spot

There's a shakeup at the top of our weekly NHL power rankings, and several bottom feeders take bold steps up the ladder.

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Hischier, Butcher, Bratt shine in debuts for new-look Devils

Three rookies impress as Devils win season opener.

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Flames drop opener, but fiery Mike Smith is bright spot

Mike Smith's debut with the Calgary Flames featured great goaltending, in-your-face intensity, and a 3-0 loss to the Edmonton Oilers.

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Jaromir Jagr says 'it's going to take time' before he's at full speed for Flames

Jaromir Jagr got plenty of laughs at his introductory press conference with the Calgary Flames, but turned serious when he discussed when he might be ready to play.

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Travis Green opens up about how playing career shaped his coaching philosophy with Canucks

The head coach of the Vancouver Canucks plans to keep things simple in his first season behind the bench.

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2018 Stanley Cup odds: McDavid, Oilers gaining on Crosby, Penguins

The Penguins and Oilers are the favorites to win the Stanley Cup next spring, according to Westgate.

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Inside the 2017-18 Penguins: Dynasty in offing if Crosby and company threepeat

It's been more than 30 years since any NHL team won three consecutive Stanley Cups, so the Pittsburgh Penguins have a shot at a dynasty if they win another title in 2017-18.

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NHL preseason power rankings: Penguins start where they finished

Before the puck is officially dropped on the 2017-18 season, the Penguins stand atop the NHL Power Rankings, about to embark on their journey for a threepeat.

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WATCH: Al Montoya helped from ice at Canadiens' practice

A shaky Al Montoya is helped off the ice by teammates after being struck up high by shot.

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Filip Chytil: 18-year-old rookie makes Rangers' opening-night roster

The youngest player in the NHL is Filip Chytil, the New York Rangers center who turned 18 only three weeks ago.

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Brian Boyle battling chronic myeloid leukemia, could play opening night for Devils

Veteran center set to rejoin Devils despite treatments for chronic myeloid leukemia

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New York Rangers: Breaking down what opening-night roster will look like

The New York Rangers have tough decisions to make in deciding the final make up of their opening-night roster.

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Inside the 2017-18 Capitals: Expectations fall, but still Stanley Cup contender

No longer a popular pick to win the Stanley Cup, the Capitals remain a top contender in 2017-18.

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PlayStation at the heart of chemistry between Jets' Patrik Laine and Nikolaj Ehlers?

Winnipeg's sophomore star was asked after his five-point outing Monday about what sparks his chemistry with linemate Nikolaj Ehlers.

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Inside the 2017-18 Blue Jackets: Expectations rise despite early hurdles

The Blue Jackets face significant issues in a year that holds such high expectations.

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Leafs' star Auston Matthews shares his views on political 'nonsense'

Toronto's 20-year-old American star answers questions about the unrest and divisiveness in his home country.

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Sidney Crosby says it is 'great honor' for Penguins to visit White House

The Penguins captain, and face of the NHL, supports his team's decision to visit President Donald Trump at the White House.

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Inside the 2017-18 Islanders: John Tavares contract cloud hangs over season

John Tavares and his team will have to ignore the constant talk about his contract status as the Islanders try and return to the Stanley Cup playoffs this season.

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Devils center Brian Boyle diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia

Outlook is good for veteran Devils center Brian Boyle

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Colin White breaks wrist, Senators rookie out 6-8 weeks

Ottawa's rookie center is injured during Monday's preseason action.

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Nico Hischier's debut features slick goal for Devils

The top overall pick in the 2017 draft provided a glimpse into the future with a gorgeous preseason goal Monday.

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Tyler Wong: Just who is this star of Golden Knights' first game?

Little-known Tyler Wong made a huge first impression with the expansion Golden Knights.

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Derek Stepan brings winning pedigree to Coyotes

Derek Stepan is set to fill multiple roles for his new team, the Arizona Coyotes, including that of veteran leader.

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Inside the 2017-18 Flyers: Giroux, goalies, kids hold keys to success

Many things need to go right for the a Flyers return to the post-season, none bigger than a bounce-back season from captain Claude Giroux.

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Despite changes, Alain Vigneault believes Rangers will contend for Stanley Cup

On the opening day of training camp, the Rangers' coach sends the message that his team is in it to win it this season.

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NHL training camps: Key storylines for all 31 teams

NHL training camps have opened and Sporting News takes a look at the most important storylines for each team.

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Inside the 2017-18 Hurricanes: On the cusp of ending playoff drought

The Hurricanes just might be on the verge of ending the longest current playoff drought in the NHL this season.

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Inside the 2017-18 Devils: Youngsters help turn page on recent past

After a last-place finish a year ago, the Devils are hoping that a group of talented youngsters provide light at the end of the tunnel for a team which has not reached the playoffs in five years.

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Ryan McDonagh upbeat about summer moves made by Rangers

The Rangers' captain says goodbye to two good friends and hello to a top-flight defense partner this season.

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NHL commissioner Gary Bettman says Nassau Coliseum not 'viable option' for Islanders

With the New York Islanders considering opting out of their lease at Barclays Center, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman made it clear he will not endorse the team's return to Nassau Coliseum.

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Erik Karlsson not skating yet, 'a long shot' for Senators opener

The Ottawa Senators may start the season without their captain and best player, Erik Karlsson, who is still recovering from offseason foot surgery.

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Green's success with Canucks hinges considerably on Sedin twins

Vancouver Canucks head coach Travis Green has many things going for him as he prepares for his first training camp as NHL bench boss, but what he needs most is for the Sedin twins to buy in, and then produce on the ice.

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Report: 'No restrictions' for Stamkos at Lightning training camp

After missing all but 17 games last season because of a torn knee ligament, Steven Stamkos says he's healthy and ready to take part completely in Tampa Bay Lightning training camp next week.

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Wife of Oilers' goalie Cam Talbot spearheads Houston relief efforts

Kelly Talbot, wife of Oilers' goalie Cam Talbot, has stepped out of her husband's shadow to help those in need following Hurricane Harvey.

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Will Butcher chose Devils after 'hitting it off' with coach

Highly sought-after free agent Will Butcher signed with the Devils after forging an immediate bond with head coach John Hynes.

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Eric Lindros to have his No. 88 retired by the Flyers

Eric Lindros and the Philadelphia Flyers have a rocky history, but on January 18, the team will retire his number.

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Travis Zajac surgery an early setback for Devils

Coming off a last-place finish in 2016-17, the Devils received a blow Thursday when it was announced Travis Zajac will miss the next 4-6 months following surgery.

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Jack Eichel flying under radar of NHL's top young guns

How long will it be before Sabres star Jack Eichel is again mentioned in the same breath as Connor McDavid, Auston Matthews and Patrik Laine?

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Andrew Shaw wedding: Nuptials cap life-changing year for Canadiens' forward

Andrew Shaw married long-time partner Chaunette Boulerice this past weekend, the latest in a long-line of "firsts" since the Blackhawks traded him to the Canadiens 14 months ago.

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NHL offseason: Five unanswered questions

Most of the NHL's offseason business is done, but not all. Several teams and players still have critical decisions to make moving forward. We take a look at the five biggest questions which still need to be answered.

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Erik Karlsson wedding: There's a new royal couple in Ottawa

The Swedish prince marries his long-time Ottawa princess on Saturday.

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One-on-one with new Flames veep Don Maloney

The longtime NHL executive discusses his new job with the Flames, relationship with GM Brad Treliving, passion of fans in Canada and more in this exclusive interview.

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Patrick Marleau: Babcock, Matthews factored in decision to sign with Maple Leafs

A coach he knows and respects, and a chance to play with a young superstar, helped sway Patrick Marleau's decision to sign with the Maple Leafs this summer.

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NHL arbitration: Calvin de Haan signs one-year deal with Islanders

The Islanders avoided arbitration with Calvin de Haan, but they could lose the defenseman as an unrestricted free agent next July.

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Markov, Canadiens officially part ways; veteran heads home to Russia

After 16 seasons, three major injuries, and 990 games played with the Canadiens, Andrei Markov is returning home to Russia after failing to negotiate a new contract

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NHL Arbitration: Is there a message in Spooner one-year Bruins deal?

It seems the Boston Bruins want to see more from Ryan Spooner before heavily investing in the 25-year-old center

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What 5-year deal with Zibanejad means for Rangers

The Rangers avoided arbitration with Mika Zibanejad, agreeing on a five-year deal, and now he has to play like the No. 1 center the team needs him to be

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NHL Arbitration: Arvidsson, Predators showdown on Saturday

While other NHL teams and players are avoiding the arbitration process this summer, the Predators and Viktor Arvidsson look to third party to bridge their gap

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Kevin Shattenkirk says two things swayed him to sign with the Rangers

Playing at home in New York will be nice, but Kevin Shattenkirk had other reasons why he decided to sign with the Rangers as a free agent

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Nico Hischier excited to finally get on the ice with the Devils

After nearly three weeks of enjoying the fruits of being the NHL's first overall draft selection, Nico Hischier was on the ice Tuesday, the first step in trying to win a job with the Devils.

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Dan Girardi opens up about leaving Rangers, starting new chapter with Lightning

Dan Girardi speaks with Sporting News about being bought out after 11 seasons by the Rangers, and starting anew with the Lightning

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Connor McDavid's monster contract with Oilers, in perspective

Connor McDavid is about to make more money per year than any player in the NHL, but you might be shocked to see where his salary ranks in terms to other major sports

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Stars land Radulov, but Dallas GM says big summer 'doesn't guarantee anything'

Stanley Cups are not won in the summer, but the Stars have had an impressive offseason already, highlighted by Monday's signing of Alexander Radulov

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Carey Price mega deal: Is it worth it for the Canadiens?

It's damned if you do and damned if you don't as Canadiens decide to hand Carey Price the richest contract for a goalie in the NHL

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Kevin Shattenkirk explains why he left money on table to sign with Rangers

Kevin Shattenkirk details why he was willing to leave multiple years and millions of dollars on the table in order to sign with his hometown Rangers

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Nico Hischier face of New Jersey Devils

NHL's first overall draft pick given whirlwind tour of New York, New Jersey after being selected by Devils

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NHL Draft grades 2017: Winners and losers

Here's an early look at the winners and losers from the 2017 NHL Draft.

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Calgary Flames trade for Travis Hamonic

The Calgary Flames boast one of the NHL's top defense corps after swinging a deal with the Islanders for Travis Hamonic

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Nolan Patrick tops list of draft picks with NHL bloodlines

Nolan Patrick, the second overall pick in the NHL Draft, is just one of several first-rounders with family ties to the league

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NHL Draft 2017: Friday not first time top pick Nico Hischier slipped on Devils sweater

Several years before being selected first overall in the 2017 NHL Draft by New Jersey, Nico Hischier donned a Devils sweater as a youngster in his native Switzerland

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NHL trades: Transitioning Rangers land 7th pick, young D-man DeAngelo from Coyotes

It cost them Derek Stepan and Antti Raanta, but the Rangers added much-needed salary cap space, a young defenseman and the seventh pick in this year's draft in a trade with the Coyotes.

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NHL trades: Coyotes GM fills three major holes with pair of deals

Coyotes general manager John Chayka added a top-pair defenseman, No. 1 center and starting goalie Friday in trades with the Blackhawks and Rangers

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NHL trade: 'Relieved' Jordan Eberle welcomes deal to Islanders, 'a storied franchise'

Jordan Eberle thrilled with trade in which the Edmonton Oilers shipped him to the New York Islanders in exchange for Ryan Strome

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2017 NHL Draft: One-on-one with Devils GM Ray Shero

The New Jersey Devils have the top pick in the NHL Draft on Friday. GM Ray Shero discusses that and more in an exclusive one-on-one interview.

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NHL Expansion Mock Draft: Choosing Golden Knights' first roster

Before George McPhee makes his official selections for the Vegas Golden Knights on Wednesday, Sporting News presents a final NHL Expansion Mock Draft.

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NHL Expansion Draft: Three best goalie choices for Golden Knights

With the Las Vegas Golden Knights needing to select three goaltenders next week, here are their best options

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Lightning GM swings big trade to land stud defenseman Sergachev

Steve Yzerman says Thursday's trade had less to do with giving up Jonathan Drouin than it did in acquiring Mikhail Sergachev from Montreal

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New Panthers coach Bob Boughner 'impressed us like no one else'

Florida Panthers general manager Dale Tallon had high praise for new head coach Bob Boughner at Monday's introductory press conference.

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Penguins win 2017 Stanley Cup: Three takeaways

There was great leadership, a special goaltending tandem and even some controversy as the Pittsburgh Penguins captured their second straight Stanley Cup championship.

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Pittsburgh Penguins one win away from repeat

Despite claims the Penguins were too worn down and too injured to win the Cup, Pittsburgh is one win away from proving its doubters wrong

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Stanley Cup Final 2017: Longtime Predators voice Pete Weber having time of his life

Longtime Predators voice Pete Weber is having the time of his life during the team's run to the Stanley Cup Final.

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Stanley Cup Final 2017: Predators coach chooses desperation over momentum for Game 5

Peter Laviolette says "Desperation wins the day" before a crucial Game 5 vs. the Penguins in Pittsburgh.

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