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Mar 20, 2023

Sizing up the men's hockey bracket on the way to the Frozen Four
The NCAA men's hockey tournament field is set, with Minnesota the No. 1 overall seed. Here's a look at the full schedule and all 16 teams with regional play beginning Thursday.

ESPN NHL
Mar 20, 2023

NHL playoff watch: Can the Flames make the postseason?
Certain factors are lining up for Calgary to make a serious push. Plus, full playoff projection updates, the latest draft lottery standings and more.

ESPN NHL
Mar 19, 2023

Rangers score franchise-record 6 goals in 1st
K'Andre Miller had two goals and two assists to become the first defenseman in franchise history with four points in a single period as the Rangers led 6-0 less than 14 minutes in en route to their win over the Predators.

ESPN NHL
Mar 19, 2023

Wisconsin wins its 7th NCAA women's hockey title
Wisconsin upset the No. 1 seed, Ohio State, in the NCAA women's hockey national title game in Duluth, Minnesota, on Sunday, capturing an unprecedented seventh championship at the Frozen Four with a 1-0 victory.

ESPN NHL
Mar 19, 2023

Sizing up the men's hockey bracket on way to Frozen Four
The NCAA men's hockey tournament field is set, with Minnesota the No. 1 overall seed. Here's a look at the full schedule and all 16 teams.

ESPN NHL
Mar 19, 2023

NHL playoff watch: The Sabres' path to the postseason
Buffalo's quest to secure a wild-card spot continues with Sunday's matchup against Boston. Plus, full playoff projections, updated Bedard lottery standings and more.

ESPN NHL
Mar 19, 2023

Reimer boycotts Sharks' warmup on Pride Night
San Jose Sharks goaltender James Reimer boycotted the team's warmup skate before its home game against the New York Islanders on Saturday because his teammates wore jerseys that support the LGBTQIA community on Pride Night.

ESPN NHL
Mar 19, 2023

Road to the men's Frozen Four: What the NCAA field will look like
With the conference tournament titles won and automatic bids claimed, the NCAA picture has come into focus in advance of Sunday's selection show.

ESPN NHL
Mar 18, 2023

'Warrior' Kane authors hat trick in Oilers' 6-4 win
Edmonton star Evander Kane authored his second hat trick of the season, and the sixth of his career, as the Oilers outlasted the Seattle Kraken, 6-4, on Saturday, a key victory in the fight for the No. 3 playoff position in the Pacific Division.

ESPN NHL
Mar 18, 2023

Reimer to boycott Sharks' warmup on Pride Night
San Jose Sharks goaltender James Reimer will boycott the team's warmup skate before its home game against the New York Islanders on Saturday because his teammates will wear jerseys that support the LGBTQIA community on Pride Night.

ESPN NHL
Mar 18, 2023

NHL playoff watch: Examining the Rangers' and Penguins' postseason outlooks
As the two teams square off for the final time this regular season, will they meet again in the postseason? Plus, full updated playoff projections, Bedard lottery standings and more.

ESPN NHL
Mar 17, 2023

Frozen Four: Ohio State and Wisconsin set to meet in final
The NCAA women's hockey tournament is down to four teams. We have analysis, players to watch and a look at every team battling in Duluth.

ESPN NHL
Mar 17, 2023

Sabres sign Northeastern G Levi to 3-year deal
The Buffalo Sabres signed goalie Devon Levi to a three-year entry level contract Friday, less than a week after the 21-year-old's junior season ended at Northeastern.

ESPN NHL
Mar 17, 2023

Lineup picks, matchups, start or sit advice for Friday
Your essential guide to the top fantasy hockey player picks and NHL matchups for Friday, March 17.

ESPN NHL
Mar 17, 2023

NHL Power Rankings: Players under the most pressure in the final month
Who's moving up and down this week, as the playoff races tighten? Here's our updated 1-32 list.

ESPN NHL
Mar 17, 2023

NHL playoff watch: Connor Bedard lottery reset
With six lottery teams playing tonight, let's run down the latest standings. Plus, updated playoff chances and more.

ESPN NHL
Mar 17, 2023

Panthers blitz Habs for 7 goals in 1st, win thriller
The Panthers and Canadiens stormed out of the gate for an NHL record-tying 10 first-period goals Thursday night, and Florida went on to win 9-5.

ESPN NHL
Mar 16, 2023

Coyotes sign Doan's son to entry-level contract
The Arizona Coyotes signed Josh Doan, son of Shane Doan, to a three-year entry-level contract Thursday, beginning with the 2023-24 NHL season.

ESPN NHL
Mar 16, 2023

Hawks forward Guttman has shoulder surgery
Blackhawks forward Cole Guttman had surgery on his right shoulder Tuesday.

ESPN NHL
Mar 16, 2023

Blues' Binnington to sit two games for scuffle
The NHL Department of Player Safety handed St. Louis Blues goalie Jordan Binnington a two-game suspension, Thursday, after getting hit by penalties for a scuffle with the Minnesota Wild's Ryan Hartman and for leaving the crease.

ESPN NHL
Mar 16, 2023

Why you need the Avalanche in your fantasy playoff lineup
Victoria has the fantasy hockey schedule hack that just might win your league, and why the Colorado Avalanche and Arizona Coyotes are important.

ESPN NHL
Mar 16, 2023

Lineup picks, matchups, start or sit advice for Thursday
Your essential guide to the top fantasy hockey player picks and NHL matchups for Thursday, March 16.

ESPN NHL
Mar 16, 2023

Five theories on why suspensions are down in the NHL this season
Just 34 games have been lost to suspension so far, down from 63 at the same point last season. Can players, execs or the Department of Player Safety explain why?

ESPN NHL
Mar 16, 2023

NHL playoff watch: Projecting the Predators' wild-card chances
Despite trading multiple players away at the deadline, Nashville can still earn a wild-card spot. Plus, updated playoff projections, the latest Bedard lottery standings and more.

ESPN NHL
Mar 16, 2023

Blues' Binnington ejected for punch in loss to Wild
After giving up the Wild's fifth goal to Ryan Hartman, Jordan Binnington left the crease and went after Hartman, swinging his blocker glove at the forward's face.

ESPN NHL
Mar 15, 2023

Briere, son of Flyers GM, sorry for wheelchair toss
Mercyhurst center Carson Briere, the son of Flyers interim GM Daniel Briere, apologized in a statement Wednesday for pushing an unoccupied wheelchair down a flight of stairs at a bar on Saturday.

ESPN NHL
Mar 15, 2023

Bettman: No expansion or playoff changes coming
In wrapping up the league's GM meetings, commissioner Gary Bettman said the NHL was "not in an expansion mode," and that no changes were planned with the playoff format.

ESPN NHL
Mar 15, 2023

Lineup picks, matchups, start or sit advice for Wednesday
Your essential guide to the top fantasy hockey player picks and NHL matchups for Wednesday, March 15.

ESPN NHL
Mar 15, 2023

Frozen Four preview: Ohio State, Minnesota, Northeastern, Wisconsin go for title
The NCAA women's hockey tournament is down to four teams. We have analysis, players to watch and a look at every team battling in Duluth.

ESPN NHL
Mar 15, 2023

NHL playoff watch: Can the Capitals or Sabres get a wild-card spot?
Tonight's game will help one team and hinder the other. Plus, updated playoff projections for both conferences, Bedard lottery watch and more.

ESPN NHL
Mar 15, 2023

NHL playoff daily: Can the Capitals or Sabres get a wild-card spot?
Tonight's game will help one team and hinder the other. Plus, updated playoff projections for both conferences, Bedard lottery watch and more.

ESPN NHL
Mar 15, 2023

Oilers C Draisaitl joins McDavid in 100-point club
Edmonton All-Star forward Leon Draisaitl scored twice in a 6-3 win over the Ottawa Senators Tuesday, joining Oilers teammate Connor McDavid as the only two NHL players to reach 100 points this season, a feat that both players hit last year, as well.

ESPN NHL
Mar 14, 2023

Cricket, Tilly, Caps, Rangers and the best of the "Big City Greens Classic"
In a first-of-its-kind broadcast, the Capitals and Rangers were animated in real time. It created some interesting moments.

ESPN NHL
Mar 14, 2023

Injured Ovechkin sits out as Caps fall to Rangers
Washington star forward Alex Ovechkin missed the Capitals' 5-3 loss to the New York Rangers on Tuesday night because of a lower body injury, the sixth time the club played without its longtime captain this season.

ESPN NHL
Mar 14, 2023

Injured Ovechkin sits out as Caps meet Rangers
Washington star forward Alex Ovechkin missed the Capitals' game against the New York Rangers on Tuesday night because of a lower body injury, the sixth time the club played without its longtime captain this season.

ESPN NHL
Mar 14, 2023

Canes' Svechnikov out for season with torn ACL
Carolina Hurricanes star right wing Andrei Svechnikov will have season-ending surgery this week, dealing a potentially massive blow to their Stanley Cup aspirations.

ESPN NHL
Mar 14, 2023

Fight etiquette, player safety a focus of GM talks
General managers came together Tuesday to discuss fights after clean hits, the implications of expanded video review on coaches' challenges and increasing protective equipment on players.

ESPN NHL
Mar 14, 2023

How to watch the 'Big City Greens Classic,' featuring Rangers vs. Capitals
There will be a special animated NHL game broadcast on Tuesday.

ESPN NHL
Mar 14, 2023

Lineup picks, matchups, start or sit advice for Tuesday
Your essential guide to the top fantasy hockey player picks and NHL matchups for Tuesday, March 14.

ESPN NHL
Mar 14, 2023

Bourque joins summer league 3ICE as coach
Bruins legend and Hall of Famer Ray Bourque has joined 3ICE as a head coach when the 3-on-3 summer hockey league returns for its second season.

ESPN NHL
Mar 14, 2023

Fantasy playoffs schedule hack: Goalies with best matchups
Which goalies have the best remaining schedules as we head into the 2023 fantasy hockey playoffs.

ESPN NHL
Mar 14, 2023

How the NHL invaded 'Big City Greens'
Animated versions of the Capitals and Rangers square off at "Times Circle" Tuesday night, based on real-time puck- and player-tracking data. Here's how the first-of-its-kind broadcast came together.

ESPN NHL
Mar 14, 2023

How to watch the NHL's 'Big City Greens Classic,' featuring Rangers vs. Capitals
There will be a special animated NHL game broadcast on Tuesday, March 14. Check out the action on Disney Channel, Disney XD, Disney and ESPN .

ESPN NHL
Mar 14, 2023

How to watch the NHL's Big City Greens Classic, featuring Rangers vs. Capitals
There will be a special animated NHL game broadcast on Tuesday, March 14th. Check out the action on Disney Channel, Disney XD, Disney and ESPN .

ESPN NHL
Mar 14, 2023

NHL playoff watch: Projecting the Jets' finish
Winnipeg visits Carolina on Tuesday night, hoping to bolster their position in the Central. Where will they finish? Plus, updated projections for both conferences, Bedard lottery watch and more.

ESPN NHL
Mar 13, 2023

Canes' Svechnikov out indefinitely with knee injury
The Carolina Hurricanes say forward Andrei Svechnikov will be out indefinitely with a knee injury.

ESPN NHL
Mar 13, 2023

Rankings update: Who will step up with Kirill Kaprizov out?
Sean Allen provides the latest updates in who's rising, who's falling, and other player trends from around the league.

ESPN NHL
Mar 13, 2023

Lineup picks, matchups, start or sit advice for Monday
Your essential guide to the top fantasy hockey player picks and NHL matchups for Monday, March 13.

ESPN NHL
Mar 13, 2023

NHL playoff standings update: Who will be the West's No. 1 seed?
As Dallas and Seattle face off Monday night, the Stars are battling with the Golden Knights atop the conference. Plus, full updated playoff projections, Bedard lottery watch and more.

ESPN NHL
Mar 12, 2023

Flyers interim GM Briere: 'Rebuild, not fire sale'
Flyers interim GM Daniel Briere said improving the team is "going to take a little while" and will require a rebuild but said that doesn't mean a fire sale is coming.

ESPN NHL
Mar 12, 2023

NHL playoff standings update: Hurricanes-Devils highlights Sunday's schedule
Carolina leads New Jersey atop the Metropolitan Division as the clubs square off Sunday. Plus, the latest expanded standings, Bedard watch and more.

ESPN NHL
Mar 11, 2023

Lightning's Stamkos (leg) exits win, should 'be OK'
Tampa Bay captain Steven Stamkos left in the first period of Saturday's 3-1 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks because of a left leg injury, but after the win, Lightning coach Jon Cooper told reporters that the team "just kept him out for precaution."

ESPN NHL
Mar 11, 2023

Bound for Frozen Four: Ohio State, Minnesota, Northeastern and Wisconsin
The women's hockey tournament is underway. We have you covered with highlights and scores, plus a look at every team and top players to watch.

ESPN NHL
Mar 11, 2023

NHL playoff watch: Latest on all the races
Here is what's at stake in Saturday's clashes, including updated playoff projections, Bedard lottery watch and more.

ESPN NHL
Mar 11, 2023

Bruins set NHL history as fastest team to 50 wins
Garnet Hathaway broke a third-period tie to lead Boston to a 3-2 victory over the Detroit Red Wings on Saturday, giving the Bruins their 50th win of the season and making them the fastest team to reach the milestone in NHL history.

ESPN NHL
Mar 11, 2023

NCAA women's hockey tournament: Highlights, results from regional action
The women's hockey tournament is underway. We have you covered with highlights and scores, plus a look at every team and top players to watch.

ESPN NHL
Mar 11, 2023

NHL playoff watch: Penguins look to bounce back
Pittsburgh lost Thursday, and hopes for a better outcome against Philly. Here is what's at stake in Saturday's afternoon clashes. Plus, updated playoff projections, Bedard lottery watch and more.

ESPN NHL
Mar 11, 2023

Caps re-sign van Riemsdyk to 3-year, $9M deal
The Capitals have re-signed defenseman Trevor van Riemsdyk to a three-year contract worth $9 million. Van Riemsdyk has a career-high 19 points through 66 games this season.

ESPN NHL
Mar 11, 2023

NHL playoff watch: Bruins, Penguins look to bounce back
Both clubs lost on Thursday. Here is what's at stake in Saturday's afternoon clashes. Plus, updated playoff projections, Bedard lottery watch and more.

ESPN NHL
Mar 10, 2023

What's next for the Flyers after Chuck Fletcher's firing?
Why was he fired? Who are the top candidates to take his place? And what should be the short- and long-term plans to get the team back on track?

ESPN NHL
Mar 10, 2023

Flyers fire Fletcher after tepid deadline moves
Chuck Fletcher has been fired as general manager in his fifth year leading the Flyers, with the team making the playoffs just once in his tenure.

ESPN NHL
Mar 10, 2023

NHL playoff standings update: The Connor Bedard lottery race intensifies
With the top contenders all off tonight, let's home in on the draft lottery -- and the projected No. 1 pick. Plus, updated standings, playoff projections and more.

ESPN NHL
Mar 10, 2023

NHL Power Rankings: The toughest remaining stretch for each team
Which teams are looking best as the final push to the playoffs begins? Here's our updated list.

ESPN NHL
Mar 10, 2023

Report: Senators sale could eclipse NHL record
A potential sale of the Senators could reportedly fetch a record amount, with some valuations going north of $900 million.

ESPN NHL
Mar 10, 2023

Coyotes add Kampfer from Red Wings in trade
The Detroit Red Wings have traded defenseman Steven Kampfer to the Arizona Coyotes for future considerations.

ESPN NHL
Mar 10, 2023

Bruins' 10-game win streak snapped by Oilers
Boston held Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl without a point, but it wasn't enough as Edmonton snapped the Bruins' 10-game win streak Thursday night.

ESPN NHL
Mar 09, 2023

Wild's Kaprizov (lower body) likely out 3-4 weeks
All-Star left wing Kirill Kaprizov is expected to miss the next three to four weeks with a lower-body injury, the Wild said.

ESPN NHL
Mar 09, 2023

Coyotes acquire Kampfer from Red Wings
The Detroit Red Wings have traded defenseman Steven Kampfer to the Arizona Coyotes for future considerations.

ESPN NHL
Mar 09, 2023

Report: Senators trade could eclipse record
A potential sale of the Senators could reportedly fetch a record amount.

ESPN NHL
Mar 09, 2023

Double fun: Women's title game after Avs-Coyotes
The Premier Hockey Federation is taking its Isobel Cup championship game to the desert to close its eighth season.

ESPN NHL
Mar 09, 2023

816 goals and counting: The Alex Ovechkin goal-scoring tracker
Ovi has passed Gordie Howe for second in all-time NHL goals with 802. See highlights of his goals from this season's chase.

ESPN NHL
Mar 09, 2023

Waiver watch: Orlov, Bertuzzi excelling in Boston
Looking for key pickups? Victoria spotlights rising players on some rebuilding teams, as well as a few from the NHL's best.

ESPN NHL
Mar 09, 2023

Bruins vs. Oilers: Debating the big questions ahead of Thursday's clash
How many wins and points for the Bruins this season? Can anyone catch Connor McDavid in the goal-scoring race? Will this be the 2023 Stanley Cup Final matchup?

ESPN NHL
Mar 09, 2023

MacKinnon, then who? We redo the 2013 NHL draft
How does the rest of the first round shake out? After 10 years of intel, we pick new players at each spot, 1-30.

ESPN NHL
Mar 09, 2023

MacKinnon, then who? We re-do the 2013 NHL draft
How does the rest of the first round shake out? After 10 years of intel, we pick new players at each spot, 1-30.

ESPN NHL
Mar 09, 2023

NHL playoff standings update: Way-too-early wild-card matchup looks in the East
The Bruins and Hurricanes are well on their way to division titles. Which teams are they aligned to play -- and who would they like to play? Plus, updated Bedard lottery watch and more.

ESPN NHL
Mar 08, 2023

Flyers' DeAngelo gets 2-game ban for spearing
The Flyers' Tony DeAngelo was suspended two games for spearing Tampa Bay's Corey Perry in the groin area in a premeditated manner during Tuesday's game.

ESPN NHL
Mar 08, 2023

An inside look at the gender gap in college hockey
Of the 62 colleges with a Division 1 men's hockey program, 25 do not have a women's team. We look at the challenges to grow the sport at that level.

ESPN NHL
Mar 08, 2023

Meier scores in debut; Devils extend point streak
Timo Meier, acquired by the Devils last week, had a goal in his debut as New Jersey won 5-4 in overtime over Coyotes on Sunday.

ESPN NHL
Mar 08, 2023

NHL playoff standings update: Wild, Jets continue battle for Central Division spots
Winnipeg and Minnesota are both likely playoff teams; Wednesday's game could be a first-round preview. Plus, tonight's schedule, enhanced standings and Bedard lottery watch.

ESPN NHL
Mar 08, 2023

Brad Marchand on the Bruins' dominance, trolling Detroit and his favorite Ninja Turtle
As Boston's record-breaking run continues, the Bruins' feisty star checks in on a great many topics.

ESPN NHL
Mar 08, 2023

DeAngelo ejected after spearing Perry below belt
Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Tony DeAngelo received a five-minute major penalty and a game misconduct on Tuesday night, after spearing Tampa Bay Lightning forward Corey Perry below the belt in the third period.

ESPN NHL
Mar 07, 2023

Fantasy hockey: Biggest trade deadline winners
With the busy 2023 NHL trade deadline in the books, how did each traded player's outlook change for the rest of the season?

ESPN NHL
Mar 07, 2023

NHL playoff standings update: Who will win the Eastern Conference wild cards?
With around 20 games to go for most clubs, there are six teams battling for playoff spots in the East. Plus, updated playoff projections, tragic numbers, Bedard lottery watch and more.

ESPN NHL
Mar 07, 2023

Trade deadline grades for every NHL team: Who aced it and who bombed?
Some GMs picked a plan and delivered. Others left us scratching our heads -- and one team really blew it. Here are our grades for all 32 clubs.

ESPN NHL
Mar 07, 2023

McDavid at career-high points after 'all-world' goal
All-Star center Connor McDavid scored twice, giving him an NHL-leading 54 goals this season and a career-high 124 points, and the Edmonton Oilers edged the Buffalo Sabres 3-2 Monday night in a game filled with playoff implications in both conferences.

ESPN NHL
Mar 06, 2023

Wisconsin fires Granato, former NHLer, as coach
The University of Wisconsin fired Tony Granato, an NHL veteran as both a player and a coach, as the men's hockey coach on Monday, following a second straight losing season -- a 13-23 campaign that ended in the Big Ten quarterfinals.

ESPN NHL
Mar 06, 2023

Maple Leafs center O'Reilly out with broken finger
Toronto Maple Leafs center Ryan O'Reilly will be out at least the next 10 games due to a broken finger.

ESPN NHL
Mar 06, 2023

Rankings update: Three post trade deadline power play QBs
Sean Allen provides the latest updates in who's rising, who's falling, and other player trends from around the league.

ESPN NHL
Mar 06, 2023

NHL Awards Watch: Connor McDavid not a unanimous pick for MVP
After polling a sample of voters, there is some debate as to this season's MVP. Plus, intel on all the other major awards races, as the post-deadline stretch begins.

ESPN NHL
Mar 06, 2023

NHL playoff watch: Who will grab the Western wild cards?
With trade season complete, the rush for the postseason begins. Plus, which teams are in the best position to win the draft lottery? We break it all down here.

ESPN NHL
Mar 06, 2023

Meier scores in debut, Devils extend point streak
Timo Meier, acquired by the Devils last week, had a goal in his debut as New Jersey won 5-4 in overtime over Coyotes on Sunday.

ESPN NHL
Mar 06, 2023

That was Quick: Goalie grabs win in Vegas debut
Two-time Stanley Cup champion Jonathan Quick didn't have the sharpest debut but did enough -- in registering 25 saves -- to notch his first win with the Vegas Golden Knights on Sunday in a 4-3 victory over the Montreal Canadiens.

ESPN NHL
Mar 05, 2023

Chasing history in Boston: The numbers behind the Bruins' wild 2022-23 season
The B's are on pace for NHL records in wins and points, along with some individual superlatives as well. Follow along here with our updated tracker.

ESPN NHL
Mar 05, 2023

NCAA women's hockey tournament: Breaking down the field, top players, Frozen Four picks
We get you ready for the women's hockey tournament with a look at every team, players to watch and Frozen Four picks.

ESPN NHL
Mar 05, 2023

Lineup picks, matchups, start or sit advice for Sunday
Your essential guide to the top fantasy hockey player picks and NHL matchups for Sunday, March 5.

ESPN NHL
Mar 04, 2023

Lightning bench stars in 3rd in loss to Sabres
Lightning coach Jon Cooper benched Steven Stamkos, Nikita Kucherov and Brayden Point for the third period of Tampa's 5-3 loss to the Sabres on Saturday.

ESPN NHL
Mar 04, 2023

Bruins stroll past Kane, Rangers, win 10th in row
The NHL-leading Bruins continued their dominance Saturday in Boston, cruising to a 4-2 victory over the New York Rangers, the club's 10th consecutive win and an effort that increased their season total to 103 points.

ESPN NHL
Mar 04, 2023

Lineup picks, matchups, start or sit advice for Saturday
Your essential guide to the top fantasy hockey player picks and NHL matchups for Saturday, March 4.

ESPN NHL
Mar 04, 2023

How the Rangers, Bruins, other East powers took over the trade deadline
The Eastern Conference playoffs were already going to be intense -- with the top six teams in the league standings on that side. Here's how those clubs took major swings to get even better.

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