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Canada hockey roster: Eric Staal, Owen Power headline former NHL players, prospects in 2022 Winter Olympics

Eric Staal, who has had nearly 1,100 career points in his NHL career, as well as several up-and-coming stars will get the nod for Team Canada at the 2022 Winter Olympics.

Jake Aferiat

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Subban on racist taunt: 'Our game

Subban shared powerful words on Sunday after a minor league hockey player made a racist taunt towards his brother, Jordan Subban.

Dani Mohr

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Why NHL players aren't going to the 2022 Olympics

Explaining the NHL's position on the 2022 Olympic games.

Edward Sutelan

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Bruins retire Willie O'Ree's No. 22: 'Thrilled and overwhelmed' as NHL community, city of Boston light up for pioneer

Willie O'Ree, the first black player to appear in an NHL game, had his jersey retired at TD Garden on Tuesday night before Bruins vs. Hurricanes.

Dani Mohr

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All-Star Game captains, rosters, coaches

Notable returning stars and 18 newcomers at this year's All-Star Game.

Jake Aferiat

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Team USA men's roster: Beniers among the headliners

Matty Beniers, the second overall selection in the 2021 NHL Draft, is among the headliners for Team USA, which is looking to medal for the first time since 2010.

Jake Aferiat

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Tuukka Rask to return from hip injury, start for Bruins after re-signing with team: 'Physically I'm ready'

Tuukka Rask missed nearly half of the season with a hip injury. Now, he's returning to the Bruins and is getting ready to play. The No. 1 goal? Don't get mentally frustrated.

Jacob Camenker

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No, Kodak Black wasn't having sex during the Canucks vs. Panthers game

While the Panthers were busy dominating the Canucks, Kodak Black and a woman appeared to be engaging in their own physical activity.

Jordan Greer

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Wild's Matt Boldy scores first career goal in NHL debut vs. hometown Bruins in front of family

The rookie forward's family was at TD Garden to celebrate Boldy's NHL debut and witnessed his first goal during Minnesota's 3-2 win.

Dani Mohr

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What channel is NHL Winter Classic on today? Time, TV schedule to watch Wild vs. Blues

The 2022 NHL Winter Classic is set for New Year's Day at Target Field in Minneapolis. Here's everything you need to know, including game time and TV channel information.

Dani Mohr

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NHL Winter Classic 2022 start time, TV channel, location & more for Wild vs. Blues outdoor game

The 2022 NHL Winter Classic is set for New Year's Day at Target Field in Minneapolis. Here's everything you need to know, including game time and TV channel information.

Dani Mohr

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Is the World Juniors canceled for 2022? Updated schedule, COVID-19 rules & more to know

Sporting News has you covered with everything to know on the updated 2022 World Juniors, COVID-19 rules, full tournament schedule and more.

Dani Mohr

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What channel is Canada vs. Germany on today? Time, TV schedule for 2022 World Juniors game

Here is a complete guide to watching Canada vs. Germany in the 2022 IIHF World Junior Championship, including the start time and TV channels for viewers in both the United States and Canada.

Sammi Silber

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World Juniors standings: Updated scores, results for every 2022 IIHF hockey game

Keep track of the latest scores and results for the 2022 IIHF World Junior Championship, including updated group standings and a full TV schedule for the hockey tournament.

Dani Mohr

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World Juniors 2022: Full tournament guide

Here's everything to know about the 2022 IIHF World Junior Championship, including the complete schedule of hockey games and how to watch them live in the United States and Canada.

Jackie Spiegel

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What channel is USA vs. Sweden on today? Time, TV schedule for 2022 World Juniors game

Here is a complete guide to watching USA vs. Sweden in the 2022 IIHF World Junior Championship, including the start time and TV channels for viewers in both the United States and Canada.

Jake Aferiat

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World Juniors live streams: How to watch 2022 hockey games without cable in USA, Canada

Here is a complete guide to find live streams for the 2022 IIHF World Junior Championship in both the United States and Canada.

Dani Mohr

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World Juniors 2022: Team USA

Everything to know about Team USA at the 2022 IIHF World Juniors, including a complete TV schedule with updated scores and standings.

Jackie Spiegel

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Canada dominates Austria to advance to 2-0

Connor Bedard tied Team Canada's World Juniors single-game record with four goals to help propel the Canadians to a dominant 11-2 victory over the Austrians.

Sammi Silber

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What channel is Canada vs. Austria on today? Time, TV schedule for 2022 World Juniors game

Here is a complete guide to watch Canada vs. Austria in the 2022 IIHF World Junior Championship, including the start time and TV channels for viewers in both the United States and Canada.

Sammi Silber

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What channel is USA vs. Switzerland on today? Time, TV schedule for 2022 World Juniors game

Here is a complete guide to watching USA vs. Switzerland at the 2022 IIHF World Junior Championship, including the start time, TV channels and live streams in the United States and Canada.

Jake Aferiat

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Canada vs. Czechia results: Owen Power's hat trick leads Canadians back from early scare to open 2022 World Juniors

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Canada vs. Czechia in the 2022 IIHF World Junior Championship on Sunday. Here are complete results from the preliminary round game.

Sammi Silber

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Who is Connor Bedard? Meet the next World Juniors phenom hoping to follow in Crosby, McDavid and Gretzky's footsteps

Connor Bedard is hoping to join an elite list of Canadian greats at the 2022 World Juniors.

FCHockey Staff

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World Juniors teams, rosters, format & more to know about 2022 IIHF hockey tournament

Sporting News has everything you need to know about this year's World Juniors tournament from Edmonton, Alberta, where Team USA is looking to defend its title from last year.

Jake Aferiat

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What channel is Canada vs. Czechia on today? Time, TV schedule for 2022 World Juniors game

Here is a complete guide to watching Canada vs. Czechia at the 2022 IIHF World Junior Championship, including the start time, TV channels and live streams in the United States and Canada.

Jake Aferiat

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What channel is USA vs. Slovakia on today? Time, TV schedule for 2022 World Juniors game

Here is a complete guide to watching USA vs. Slovakia at the 2022 IIHF World Junior Championship, including the start time, TV channels and live streams in the United States and Canada.

Jake Aferiat

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Who will win the World Juniors in 2022?

Can Team USA repeat as champions in 2022?

Josh Bell, FCHockey

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The top 13 NHL prospects to watch at the World Juniors in 2022

Matty Beniers, Owen Power and Luke Hughes headline a list of NHL prospects to watch at the 2022 World Juniors.

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Who are the top NHL Draft prospects at World Juniors 2022?

Shane Wright, Simon Nemec headline a list of draft-eligible players at the World Juniors 2022.

Josh Bell, FCHockey

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Top NHL prospects for 2022

Looking for the next McDavid, Crosby or Vasilevskiy? These are the top prospects to watch in the months leading into the 2022 NHL Draft.

Josh Bell, FCHockey

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(FOR 12/29) Canada vs. Germany live score, updates, highlights from 2022 World Juniors hockey game

Sporting News is tracking live scoring updates and highlights from Canada vs. Germany in the 2022 IIHF World Junior Championship on Wednesday. Follow for complete results from the preliminary round game.

Sammi Silber

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NHL postpones five remaining games, moves Christmas break to start on Wednesday

Reports confirm the NHL postponed five games on Thursday to combat the league's COVID-19 outbreak.

Dani Mohr

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What do enhanced protocols mean for season, Olympics?

The NHL unveiled the protocols amid a leaguewide outbreak. It remains to be seen whether there will be a pause in the season and whether the league will still send players to the Winter Olympics in Beijing.

Jake Aferiat

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Blackhawks sexual assault scandal: Full timeline

The findings from the Blackhawks' independent investigation into a 2010 sexual assault were revealed to the public Tuesday.

Jackie Spiegel

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United States World Juniors roster full of NHL prospects

Sporting News has all the information you need about this year's Team U.S.A. roster and the tournament overall.

Dani Mohr

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Red Wings' Tyler Bertuzzi remains unvaccinated for COVID-19: 'Natural immunity now'

After being activated from the NHL's COVID-19 protocols, Bertuzzi told reporters that he still doesn't plan to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

Dani Mohr

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Canada World Juniors roster full of NHL prospects

Sporting News has all the information you need about this year's Team Canada roster and the tournament overall.

Jake Aferiat

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Women's national teams and World Juniors added to NHL 22

EA Sports is adding men's and women's IIHF teams as part of their 2022 update.

Dani Mohr

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Coyotes could be forced to leave Glendale before Christmas over unpaid taxes, per reports

The team is alleged to owe the city of Glendale and the state of Arizona nearly $1.3 million in taxes and other debts.

Jake Aferiat

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Jujhar Khaira injury update: Blackhawks center stretchered off ice after collision with Rangers' Jacob Trouba

Khaira was stretchered off the ice after Trouba delivered a hit during the second period.

Dani Mohr

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Why the Canucks fired coach Travis Green, GM Jim Benning and hired Bruce Boudreau

The Canucks are the second Canadian team to make major changes in leadership in just over a week.

Jacob Camenker

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Grab your popcorn for McDavid vs. Crosby

McDavid vs. Crosby. What more could you want on a Wednesday night?

Carlan Gay

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Kings' Brendan Lemieux suspended five games after biting Senators' Brady Tkachuk

Lemieux was fined and suspended for five games after he bit Tkachuk on Saturday.

Dani Mohr

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NHL's Penguins sold to Fenway Sports Group: What to know about new LeBron James-backed ownership

Several key figures, including Hockey Hall of Fame player Mario Lemieux, will remain involved in the ownership of the team.

Edward Sutelan

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Canadiens shake up front office 5 months after SCF run

The Canadiens have fired GM Marc Bergevin, among other members of their front office. Here's what went into the team's decision less than a year after a Stanley Cup Final appearance.

Jacob Camenker

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Tkachuk on Lemieux biting him: 'Babies do that'

Brady Tkachuk called Brendan Lemieux a host of names after their late-game scuffle Saturday night in Los Angeles.

Dani Mohr

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Giving thanks to McDavid and Ovi

With Thanksgiving around the corner, what better time to reflect on the first month of the 2021-22 NHL season.

Jackie Spiegel

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Islanders start new chapter at UBS Arena

The Islanders opened up their new building on Saturday night against the Flames.

Jackie Spiegel

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Did Penguins' Sidney Crosby get away with a dirty play against the Capitals?

Crosby struggled in his second game back and seemed to get star treatment after he threw Martin Fehervary into the boards.

Jake Aferiat

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What time is the 2020 Hockey Hall of Fame induction today? TV channel, honoured members

After a long delay, the 2020 class will finally be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame.

Jackie Spiegel

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Jarome Iginla, Marian Hossa headline 2020 Hockey Hall of Fame class

After a long delay, the 2020 class will finally be honored.

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Ducks' Murray resigns from GM position

Murray reportedly created a toxic work environment, resulting in his resignation as GM on Wednesday.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Carey Price opens up about substance abuse, Canadiens absence: ‘A dark place’

Price opened up on Instagram regarding his leave from the Canadiens.

Dani Mohr

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Penguins sexual assault scandal, explained

The Penguins were facing multiple civil lawsuits by Jarrod and Erin Skalde but the two sides announced a settlement on Nov. 9.

Jackie Spiegel

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Four NHL coaches on the hot seat

The season is creeping closer to the one-month mark, which is prime firing season, and already one coach has been handed a pink slip.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL COVID-19 case tracker 2021-22

Which NHL players have tested positive or otherwise missed games due to COVID protocol-related reasons so far in the 2021-22 season?

Jackie Spiegel

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McDavid pulls off one of season's top plays with 1-on-4 goal vs. Rangers

The Edmonton captain says the goal, which tied the game late in the third period, is "up there" with some of his best tallies.

Tom Gatto

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When will Carey Price play again? Canadiens goaltender returns to team on Monday

Price has spent the last month in the NHL/NHLPA player assistance program.

Jackie Spiegel

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Golden Knights' Jack Eichel on Sabres: 'Just a lot of drama that you don't really want to deal with'

Eichel spoke with ESPN's John Buccigross about his relationship with the Sabres, his surgery and him suiting up for ... Team USA.

Jackie Spiegel

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Jack Eichel trade grades

The Sabres have finally found a new home for their one-time captain.

Jackie Spiegel

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Sabres deal Eichel to Vegas

After a months-long saga, Eichel is finally getting his wish, getting traded to Vegas for Peyton Krebs, Alex Tuch and a first-round pick.

Joe Rivera

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Brad Aldrich's name removed from Stanley Cup

Aldrich was the team's video coach during the 2010 Stanley Cup championship season.

Jackie Spiegel

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Jack Eichel trade rumors: Flames emerge as favorites

The Eichel-Sabres soap opera has reportedly added a new episode.

Jackie Spiegel

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Bettman speaks on Quenneville, Cheveldayoff

Bettman spoke to the media on Monday to address questions surrounding the Blackhawks sexual assault scandal.

Jackie Spiegel

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Power rankings: Overreactions for every team

It's time to overreact! Sporting News looks at all the craziness to start the season.

Jackie Spiegel

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Who is Andrew Brunette? Panthers promote assistant to interim head coach after Joel Quenneville's resignation

Brunette is taking over a Panthers team that is undefeated in 2021-22.

Jackie Spiegel

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Joel Quenneville resigns as Panthers coach; full timeline of former Blackhawks coach's involvement in 2010 scandal

Quenneville is no longer head coach of the Florida Panthers. He coached the Blackhawks in the 2009-10 season when the team won the Stanley Cup.

Jackie Spiegel

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Blackhawks' Jonathan Toews, Patrick Kane defend Stan Bowman following Kyle Beach interview

Toews told reporters that Bowman and MacIsaac are 'good people.'

Dani Mohr

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Kyle Beach reveals himself as 'John Doe' in Blackhawks' Brad Aldrich sexual assault scandal: 'I feel vindicated'

Beach, who on Wednesday revealed himself as "John Doe," said in no way can former Blackhawks coach Joel Quenneville "deny knowing it."

Jackie Spiegel

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Kucherov out 8-10 weeks with lower-body injury

Kucherov will miss a minimum of two months following surgery on Tuesday.

Jackie Spiegel

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Blue Jackets' Elvis Merzlikins says win over Stars 'karma' for fan's Matiss Kivlenieks comments

The Columbus goaltender expected to blank Dallas after the spectator "provoked" him before the game by referencing his late teammate and friend.

Tom Gatto

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Kraken ready to build chemistry as Seattle arena tenure begins

The Kraken's home opener is Saturday at 10 p.m. ET.

Jackie Spiegel

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How to watch Kraken home opener

Seattle opens its new barn on Saturday night.

Jackie Spiegel

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Hurricanes vs. Canadiens

Two teams that have some underlying threads will hit the ice in Montreal.

Jackie Spiegel

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Hurricanes vs. Canadiens: Explaining how Sebastian Aho, Jesperi Kotkaniemi offer sheets created animosity between NHL teams

On this edition of, "As the Canadiens and Hurricanes Worlds Turn" ...

Jackie Spiegel

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What is a sports equinox? Full TV schedule & more to know for 2021 NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL intersection

Oct. 21, 2021 ushers in the 25th sports equinox in history. Here's why today is considered a sports equinox, including a brief history of sport equinoxes and the schedule of sports for Thursday night.

Madison Williams

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Sidney Crosby out vs. Islanders

The Penguins star underwent surgery in early September.

Jackie Spiegel

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Sharks' Evander Kane suspended 21 games

The Sharks forward will forfeit almost $1.7 million in salary with the suspension.

Jackie Spiegel

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Is Auston Matthews playing tonight? Maple Leafs star's status for Monday vs. Rangers

The American centerman underwent wrist surgery on Aug. 13.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL Draft 2022: Shane Wright and nine more prospects to watch before July's draft

The draft will be held in Montreal on July 7-8.

FCHockey

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Red Wings' Filip Zadina calls Canucks' Conor Garland slur after hit

The Red Wings forward was upset about a reverse hit by Garland in the third period.

Jackie Spiegel

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Rangers' Alexis Lafreniére scores game-winning goal against hometown Canadiens

New York earned its first win on Saturday.

Jackie Spiegel

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Tatar motivated to prove Canadiens made a 'mistake'

The Devils begin their season Oct. 15 agains the Blackhawks.

Jackie Spiegel

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Maple Leafs win opener vs. Canadiens

Sporting News had all the action as the puck dropped on the 2021-22 NHL season for two Original Six franchises.

Jackie Spiegel

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Barkley makes fun of Gretzky's NHL fight

Barkley joined the network's inaugural NHL broadcast and had a little fun at the expense of "The Great One."

Jake Aferiat

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NHL PTO tracker 2021-22

As NHL training camps open their doors, a number of veterans will compete for a spot on the roster without a deal in place for 2021-22.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL 22 release date, cost, player ratings, new features, editions: A guide to everything you need to know in 2021

Here's your complete guide to the new game, including the release date, cost of every edition, new features and more to know.

Dani Mohr

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NHL on TNT double-header

TNT begins its new tenure as the home for hockey with a double header featuring the Rangers, Capitals, Blackhawks and Avalanche.

Jackie Spiegel

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TNT’s NHL lineup: Schedule, event and studio crews for 2021-22

A complete guide to watching the NHL in 2021-22 on TNT.

Jackie Spiegel

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Kraken lose franchise opener

Sporting News had all the action as the puck dropped on the 2021-22 NHL season and the Kraken officially become the NHL's 32nd team.

Jackie Spiegel

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Complete Kraken roster, opening games for NHL's newest team

Time for the Kraken to be released.

Jackie Spiegel

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What channel is Kraken vs. Golden Knights on today?

ESPN begins its new tenure as the home for hockey with a double header featuring the Lightning vs. Penguins and Kraken vs. Golden Knights.

Jackie Spiegel

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Power Rankings: Team MVPs for all 32 teams

Sporting News takes stock of all 32 teams heading into opening night of the 2021-22 season.

Jackie Spiegel

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ESPN’s NHL lineup: Schedule, event and studio crews for 2021-22

A complete guide to watching the NHL in 2021-22 on ESPN/ABC.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL trade rumors: Jack Eichel among five players who could be traded this season

The puck may be dropping on the NHL season but that doesn't stop the trade talks.

Jackie Spiegel

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How do you watch NHL in 2021-22?

A complete guide to watching NHL games during the 2021-22 season whether on the tube or via live stream.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL 2021-22 predictions

We can all agree that the start of an NHL season brings renewed excitement, but we won't all agree on who will be the best.

Jackie Spiegel

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Opening games for all 32 teams

Here's everything you need to know about the start of the NHL's 2021-22 season, including the opening games and TV schedules for all 32 teams.

Jackie Spiegel

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Devils sign Frederik Gauthier after Ex-Leaf commits to change: 'I have a lot more to offer'

The Devils open the 2021-22 NHL season at home on Oct. 15 vs. the Blackhawks.

Jackie Spiegel

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2022 Winter Olympics rosters: Canada, USA

With the Olympics just over 100 days away, NHL players who will compete in China are being named.

Jackie Spiegel

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Ranking the top 10 NHL forwards entering the 2021-22 season

The NHL season is just around the corner so no better time than the present to rank the top guys by position.

Jackie Spiegel

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Carey Price enters NHL/NHLPA player assistance program: What it means for the Canadiens goalie

Price is expected to be away from the team for at least 30 days.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL awards 2021-22: Odds, predictions for Hart

The 2021-22 NHL season is here and Sporting News looks into the future to make predictions.

Jackie Spiegel

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Ranking the top 10 NHL defensemen entering the 2021-22 season

The NHL season is just around the corner so no better time than the present to rank the top guys by position.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL awards 2021-22: Odds, predictions for Norris

The 2021-22 NHL season is here and Sporting News looks into the future to make predictions.

Jackie Spiegel

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Ranking the top 10 NHL goaltenders entering the 2021-22 season

The NHL season is just around the corner so no better time than the present to rank the top guys by position.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL awards 2021-22: Odds, predictions for Vezina

The 2021-22 NHL season is here and Sporting News looks into the future to make predictions.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL top 25 under 25​​: Ranking hockey's best young stars

The NHL's youth movement rolls on with some of the best in the game still not in their prime but dominating.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL Draft 2022: Eight storylines

The 2022 NHL Draft may be months away but it's never too early to peek behind the curtain.

Josh Bell, FCHockey

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NHL awards 2021-22: Odds, predictions for Calder

The 2021-22 NHL season is here and Sporting News looks into the future to make predictions.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL free agency tracker 2021: Full list of signings, best available players

Free agency began July 28 at noon ET. Where will the top unrestricted and restricted free agents go?

Jackie Spiegel

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All 31 NHL teams' free agents

The new NHL contract year begins on July 28 at noon ET. Sporting News has put together team-by-team lists of the players on the market.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL Draft prospect rankings 2022: Shane Wright headlines early top 32

It's never too early to start looking at the next draft class. FCHockey's Josh Bell breaks down the guys who could crack the top 32.

Josh Bell, FCHockey

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NHL odds 2021-22: Avalanche No. 1

Here are the latest odds to win the Stanley Cup in 2022 as the calendar flips to the start of the NHL's 2021-22 season.

Jackie Spiegel

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Vesey ready for a chance at new deal with Devils

The forward reflects on his 2021 in Canada with the Maple Leafs and Canucks and how he's ready to reinventing — and reignite — his game in New Jersey.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL 2021-22 breakdown: Key dates, divisions and more on upcoming season

The NHL is back! The 2021-22 season begins Oct. 12.

Jackie Spiegel

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UHL player suspended just three games for racist gesture

Andrei Deniskin of HC Kremenchuk taunted HC Donbass Donetsk's Jalen Smereck, a Detroit native who previously played in the Coyotes organization.

Dani Mohr

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NHL 2021-22 preseason schedule

The action begins on Saturday, Sept. 25 and runs for a total of 15 days.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL gears up for return to normal in 2021-22

Gone are the "crazy schedules" and buildings sans fans. It's back to a normal season for the NHL.

Jackie Spiegel

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Explaining the great divide between Jack Eichel and the Sabres

The latest on the rift between the Sabres' top guy, who failed a physical and hasn't played since March because of a herniated disk in his neck, and the club.

Jackie Spiegel

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Tkachuk, Pettersson, Hughes still unsigned for 2021-22

Time is ticking down to the start of the season and five guys are still waiting to ink new deals.

Jackie Spiegel

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'Let Them Lead' review

"Let Them Lead" is more than just the story of a high school hockey team flipping the script. It has valuable leadership lessons, too.

Bill Bender

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Sidney Crosby injury update: Penguins' captain expected to miss start of 2021-22 season

Crosby, 34, underwent wrist surgery and is expected to be out for a minimum of six weeks.

Dani Mohr

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Projecting Olympic rosters for USA, Canada hockey

The NHL is officially heading to China in February.

Jackie Spiegel

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IIHF Women's World Championship 2021: Time, TV channel, schedule

The women's tournament is set to take place Aug. 20-31 in Calgary.

Jackie Spiegel

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Canada wins gold

Sporting News had all the action as Canada snapped the Americans streak of world championships to win gold.

Jackie Spiegel

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Hurricanes' offer sheet to Canadiens' Jesperi Kotkaniemi: Enjoy the pettiness

It's fair to say the Hurricanes have not forgotten the Habs' 2019 offer sheet to Sebastian Aho.

Jackie Spiegel

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Canada wins big to take Group A

Sporting News had all the action as Canada and the United States renewed their rivalry at the women's worlds.

Jackie Spiegel

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Miller re-joins USHL's Storm one year after bullying revelations

The Coyotes renounced the drafting of Miller in 2020.

Jackie Spiegel

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Former NHL forward Jimmy Hayes dies at 31

The Massachusetts native died Monday.

Jackie Spiegel

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'It's time': Henrik Lundqvist announces retirement

The Hockey Hall of Fame will surely be calling in a few years.

Jackie Spiegel

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Sabres No. 1 pick Owen Power reportedly heading back to Michigan

Selected first overall in July, Power is reportedly heading back to Ann Arbor.

Jackie Spiegel

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Auston Matthews injury update: Wrist surgery sidelines Maple Leafs star

Matthews suffered a wrist injury early last season.

Tom Gatto

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NHL offseason power rankings

The weather is heating up and so is the NHL offseason. Sporting News looks at the how things are shaping up as the days to the 2021-22 season count down.

Jackie Spiegel

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Kane accused of gambling on own games

Kane filed bankruptcy in January, claiming $26.8 million in debt.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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NHL offseason trade tracker

It's expected to be a busy offseason with a flurry of activity.

Jackie Spiegel

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Jack Eichel's agents blast Sabres for handling of neck injury: 'process is not working'

The star centerman missed the Sabres final 33 games after injuring his neck in March.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL free agency winners & losers: Bruins, Devils look smart; Canadiens, Hurricanes make disturbing moves

The NHL offseason kicked into overdrive with a busy 2021 free agency period. Now that the most expensive contracts have been handed out, let's take a look at the biggest winners and losers.

Jackie Spiegel

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Tony DeAngelo needs to prove Hurricanes were right to give him yet another shot

Carolina signed the controversial defenseman Wednesday to a one-year deal.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL free agency tracker 2021

Sporting News has complete coverage as it tracks and analyzes the latest NHL signings, trades and everything related to free agency.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL Free agent frenzy begins

The NHL's 32nd are gong shopping. Here's everything to know about the NHL's free agent frenzy.

Jackie Spiegel

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Marc-Andre Fleury trade grades

The Golden Knights have shipped the three-time Stanley Cup champ to Chicago.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL Draft grades 2021: Final grades, analysis for all 32 teams

FCHockey and Sporting News have the final grades and analysis for all 32 teams in the 2021 NHL Draft.

Josh Bell, FCHockey

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NHL Draft 2021 order by team

Here is the complete order of picks for the 2021 NHL Draft, organized by team.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL Draft picks tracker 2021: Full list for Rounds 1-7

Sporting News tracked all 223 picks (of 224 slots) in the 2021 NHL Draft. Here are the complete results.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL Draft trade tracker 2021

Sporting News tracked every trade, big or small, in each round of the 2021 NHL Draft.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL Draft order by round 2021: Complete list of all 224 picks for Rounds 1-7

The 2021 NHL Draft is scheduled for July 23-24.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL Draft tracker 2021: Trades, picks and more

The draft usually brings about wheelin' and dealin', and 2021 is already not disappointing.

Jackie Spiegel

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When is the NHL Draft 2021?

It's not October, but it's also not June. The 2021 NHL Draft is here, and the big-time question about who will go No. 1 overall has been answered.

Jackie Spiegel

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What channel is the 2021 NHL Draft on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch Day 2

The 2021 NHL Draft is upon us. Here's what you need to know to watch Rounds 1-7 on Friday and Saturday, including the TV channel, start time and complete draft order.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL Draft 2021: Canadiens select admitted sex offender Logan Mailloux in first round

Montreal said it will "accompany" the 18-year-old defenseman on his "journey."

Tom Gatto

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NHL Draft grades 2021: Full results, analysis for every first-round pick

FCHockey and Sporting News are on the virtual draft floor for the 2021 NHL Draft, handing out grades and providing instant analysis of every selection made during the first round.

Josh Bell, FCHockey

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NHL Draft 2021: 10 storylines

The NHL Draft is set to go beginning on Friday at 8 p.m. ET.

Josh Bell, FCHockey

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Who will go No. 1 at 2021 NHL Draft?

The NHL Draft will be held virtually July 23-24.

K Watson, FCHockey

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NHL Draft prospects 2021: Ranking the top 32 players overall on the big board

The FCHockey crew ranks the top 32 players for the 2021 NHL Draft.

Josh Bell, FCHockey

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NHL Draft 2021: Why did the Coyotes have to forfeit their first-round pick?

There are 224 slots for the 2021 NHL Draft but only 223 names will be called. Here's everything you need to know as to why that is.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL Mock Draft 2021, final edition: Sabres add Power, Kraken make first pick and Hughes brothers unite

The first round of the 2021 NHL Draft is July 23.

Josh Bell, FCHockey

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NHL Draft sleepers

The NHL draft will be held virtually July 23-24.

A Vickers, FCHockey

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NHL Draft overagers: Five potential candidates in 2021 include Xavier Simoneau, Josh Doan

The NHL draft will be held virtually July 23-24.

A Vickers, FCHockey

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Entire Seattle Kraken roster leaks before expansion draft broadcast, spoiling ESPN's NHL debut

Who will get picked by the Kraken? Well, we already know.

Jackie Spiegel

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Tracking the NHL Expansion Draft picks

Sporting News tracked the picks and the initial rumors through the Kraken officially announcing the players who are now a part of the NHL's 32nd franchise.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL's Hurricanes, NFL's Panthers tweak ESPN's Chris Fowler for expansion draft mixup

The Carolina teams let the host know that he screwed up.

Tom Gatto

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NHL Mock Expansion Draft 2021: Carey Price, Vladimir Tarasenko headline Seattle Kraken picks

The Kraken will be selecting their roster soon but first Sporting News took a shot at picking the 30 guys that could head to Seattle.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL expansion draft is around the corner

The NHL's 32nd franchise is ready to get Kraken on building its organization. Here's everything to know about the 2021 NHL Expansion Draft, including the date and how to watch on TV.

Jackie Spiegel

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What channel is the NHL Expansion Draft on today? Time, rules, top players for Seattle Kraken team selection

The 2021 NHL Expansion Draft is upon us. Here's what you need to know to watch the Kraken pick their roster.

Jackie Spiegel

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Expansion Draft: Players available

The NHL Expansion Draft is Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET.

Jackie Spiegel

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Predators' Luke Prokop becomes NHL's first openly gay player

Prokop earned the praise and support of the NHL world.

Joe Rivera

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NHL Expansion Draft 2021: Full list of players protected by all 30 teams

The NHL Expansion Draft is set for Wed., July 21 at 8 p.m. ET.

Jackie Spiegel

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Expansion draft frenzy as players swapped before trade freeze

A number of teams made trades to get something for players they probably would have lost in the expansion draft for nothing.

Jackie Spiegel

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Canadiens' Shea Weber reportedly to be left unprotected in expansion draft, miss 2021-22 season

Weber has had lingering foot and ankle issues since the 2017-18 season.

Jackie Spiegel

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Oilers add three-time Stanley Cup champion

This trade had a lot of layers to it.

Jackie Spiegel

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Lightning boat parade features blitzed Nikita Kucherov, beer, jet skis, Stanley Cup made of beer and, oh, beer

Nikita Kucherov really let loose. That's a lot of beer.

Joe Rivera

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Lightning's Nikita Kucherov rips Canadiens' fans, Vezina voting in epic shirtless rant: 'No. 1 bulls—'

Kucherov not only ripped Canadiens fans in his postgame presser, but also the NHL for not awarding Vasilevskiy the Vezina Trophy.

Jackie Spiegel

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Alex Killorn injury update: Lightning forward reveals broken leg kept him out of Stanley Cup Final

Tampa Bay's five-tool player had been out since getting injured in the second period of Game 1 of the Final.

Jackie Spiegel

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Lightning win the Stanley Cup

Sporting News had all the action as Tampa Bay won its second straight Stanley Cup.

Jackie Spiegel

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Lightning's Pat Maroon is just fourth NHL player to win three straight Stanley Cups with two different teams

Maroon joined a wildly exclusive club on Wednesday after the Lightning won their second-straight Stanley Cup.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Blue Jackets confirm Matiss Kivlenieks' death occurred at coach Manny Legace's home

Kivlenieks was just 24 when he died as a result of a mortar-style firework hitting him in the chest.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL playoff games today: Full TV schedule to watch 2021 Stanley Cup playoff games

Here's everything to know about watching NHL playoff games in 2021, including a complete TV schedule updated with start times and channels for every series.

Jackie Spiegel

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Lightning, Canadiens headed toward Tropical Storm Elsa in Tampa

Elsa is scheduled to make landfall in Tampa Bay on Wednesday morning. Game 5 is scheduled for that night.

Jackie Spiegel

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Canadiens win Game 4

Sporting News had all the action as Montreal sent the series back to Tampa Bay.

Jackie Spiegel

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NHL playoffs schedule 2021: Full bracket, dates, times, TV channels for every series

Here's everything you'll need to know about watching the 2021 Stanley Cup playoffs, including series-by-series TV schedules and live streaming information for every game.

Jackie Spiegel

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How to watch Lightning vs. Canadiens

The grand finale of the 2021 NHL season begins Monday, June 28.

Jackie Spiegel

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Canadiens' Jesperi Kotkaniemi a healthy scratch for Stanley Cup Game 4

The 20-year-old will be watching Game 4 from the press box.

Jackie Spiegel

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Blue Jackets goalie dies from 'firework malfunction'

Police said the 24-year-old Latvia native "slipped and fell and hit his head on the concrete" while exiting a hot tub Sunday during a Fourth of July celebration.

Jackie Spiegel

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Tampa mayor: Lightning should let Canadiens 'win one' to clinch Stanley Cup at home

The Lightning are one win away from sweeping the Canadiens out of the Stanley Cup Final.

Edward Sutelan

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Why Canadiens' Cole Caufield can be America's next star

The rookie winger has the skill, competitiveness and experience to become a fixture with the national team.

Jackie Spiegel

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Lightning one win away

Sporting News had all the action as the Lightning won Game 3.

Jackie Spiegel

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Where is Dominique Ducharme? Canadiens coach back for Stanley Cup Final Game 3

The Canadiens' bench boss missed the first two games of the Stanley Cup Final.

Jackie Spiegel

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André Tourigny named Coyotes' new head coach, leaving hole for Hockey Canada

The Coyotes' gain is Canada's loss.

Jackie Spiegel

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Predators deal Viktor Arvidsson to Kings

Filip Forsberg posted a thumbs down emoji to his IG story after the news broke.

Jackie Spiegel

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Lightning vs. Canadiens: Tampa Bay goes up 2-0

Sporting News had all the action as the Lightning won Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final.

Jackie Spiegel

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Lightning's Blake Coleman scores spectacular diving goal in Game 2 vs. Canadiens

The Tampa Bay forward gave his team a lead after 40 minutes with one of the best effort plays you'll ever see.

Tom Gatto

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What channel is Canadiens vs. Lightning on today? Game 2 time, TV schedule for 2021 Stanley Cup Final

Sporting News has you covered on how to watch Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Canadiens and Lightning on Wednesday.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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NHL awards tracker 2021

Sporting News lists all the NHL awards from the 2021 season as they were handed out.

Jackie Spiegel

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Gary Thorne not part of ESPN's NHL roster, fans not happy

ESPN is back as the home of hockey in the U.S., alongside TNT.

Jackie Spiegel

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Canadiens' Gallagher bloodies head vs. Lightning

The Lightning bullied Montreal for pretty much the entirety of Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, including a scuffle that bloodied Gallagher's head.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Lightning take Game 1

Sporting News had all the action as the defending champs and the NHL's most-storied franchise began their showdown for Lord Stanley's Cup.

Jackie Spiegel

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Commissioner Gary Bettman addresses Blackhawks scandal, refereeing, 2021-22 NHL season

The NHL's commissioner spoke about a number of topics including whether or not the league will pause for its players to attend the 2022 Olympics.

Jackie Spiegel

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Conn Smythe power rankings 2021

Who's the favorite to be named this year's Stanley Cup playoff MVP? Sporting News ranks the top six candidates entering the final.

Jackie Spiegel

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Former Blackhawks player details long-term effects of abuse: 'Every day is a work in progress'

A former Blackhawks player recently came forward with sexual assault allegations against former video coordinator Brad Aldrich. He opened up about coping with the abuse in a recent interview.

Jacob Camenker

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