Capitals D Bear to enter NHL/NHLPA player assistance program Washington Capitals defenceman Ethan Bear will be unavailable for an indefinite period of time while he enters the NHL and NHLPA Player Assistance Program.
Talks on luring NHL’s Capitals, NBA’s Wizards to Virginia are over Negotiations aimed at luring the NHL’s Washington Capitals and the NBA’s Washington Wizards to northern Virginia have “ended” and the proposal to create a development district with a new arena for the teams "will not move forward,” the city of Alexandria said Wednesday.
Canucks move Demko to LTIR retroactively The Vancouver Canucks moved goaltender Thatcher Demko to long-term injured reserve retroactively on Wednesday, clearing a roster spot for forward Arshdeep Bains from the AHL.
Guerin pushes Team USA hopefuls to attend worlds: ‘I want to see commitment’ Set to serve as Team USA's general manager for the NHL's 2025 4 Nations Face-Off and the Olympics in 2026, Bill Guerin is encouraging bubble players to represent their country at the IIHF world hockey championship in May.
Ice Chips: Leafs' Marner not expected to play this week Keep updated on all the injury news and roster updates from around the NHL with daily Ice Chips.
Bruins need a point Wednesday to clinch playoff spot The Boston Bruins will clinch a spot in the playoffs for the eighth straight season on Wednesday with a single point against the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Would it benefit the Leafs to fall into a wild card spot? Would it be better for the Maple Leafs to fall into a wild card spot to potentially avoid the Bruins or Panthers in the first round of the playoffs? Was Sheldon Keefe right in calling out John Tavares after Tuesday's loss to the Devils? Jamie McLennan joins Jay Onrait to discuss. 4:20
Tavares takes accountability after 'immature' performance by Leafs In a rare move, Leafs coach Sheldon Keefe publicly criticized captain John Tavares following Tuesday's 6-3 home loss to the New Jersey Devils. Tavares responded to the rebuke on Wednesday, Mark Masters writes. - Mark Masters
There’s plenty left to play for in the Western Conference If you love end-of-season hockey and compelling playoff races, a free tip for the final weeks of the season: ignore the Eastern Conference and set your sights out West. - Travis Yost
Is Keefe approaching playoffs differently this season than in years past? Bryan Hayes, Jeff O’Neill and Jamie McLennan discuss Sheldon Keefe’s harsh comments after the Maple Leafs' loss to the Devils regarding his captain John Tavares and the rest of the leadership core. play-btn-vid 6:34
7-Eleven That’s Hockey: List It - Top 5 goalies you can 'bank on' in the playoffs The ups and downs of the NHL regular season are almost over as the playoffs are nearly upon us. So, who are the most trustworthy netminders heading into the post-season that can carry a club through a series and on a deep playoff run? TSN Hockey's Mike Johnson shares his thoughts. 2:33
Leafs Ice Chips: As injuries pile up, Keefe cancels practice, refocuses group After head coach Sheldon Keefe called out his captain, and the team following a 6-3 home loss to the Devils, one would think Wednesday's practice would be a spirited affair. Instead, it was more of a free form-type of skate. Mark Masters explains why the change was made, and how Keefe addressed the team the day after his meeting with the media. play-btn-vid 2:01
Ready to return, Samsonov reveals what forced him to leave Saturday's game Maple Leafs goaltender Ilya Samsonov revealed why he left Saturday's game against Oilers, saying it was due to a calf contusion as a result of hitting the post. Samsonov said Wednesday that he is ready to play, however coach Sheldon Keefe said Joseph Woll will get the start Thursday for Toronto. play-btn-vid 1:32
HHOFer Brodeur explains why NHL goaltending is 'so volatile' now Goaltending has become an unpredictable beast in the NHL, as the game appears to be trending away from the days of the clear-cut, heavy load-carrying No. 1. And Martin Brodeur, who played nearly all of his 22-year career in that role, is seeing it first hand. - with files from The Athletic
Green looking to capitalize on second NHL gig: 'I'm a better coach today' Travis Green has the New Jersey Devils in the playoff fight with victories in four of their last five games, to sit five points back of the final wild-card spot — albeit with just nine games left on their schedule.
Morning Coffee: A FanDuel best bet for Wednesday’s NHL double-header Tonight, the Buffalo Sabres host the Ottawa Senators in another must-win game. I’ve circled that contest as another opportunity for a FanDuel Best Bet. This is the Morning Coffee for Wednesday, March 27th, 2024. - Domenic Padula
Are the defensive struggles for Maple Leafs concerning this late in season? TSN Hockey analyst Jamie McLennan joins SC with Jay Onrait to discuss the continued defensive struggles for Toronto this late in the season and who he believes will be the starting goalie for game one of the playoffs. play-btn-vid 3:02
7-Eleven That’s Hockey: Is a point in every home game the craziest stat of the season? Auston Matthews and Connor McDavid once again took steps in their pursuit of 70 goals and 100 assists respectively on Tuesday night but don't overlook what Nathan Mackinnon has been doing in Colorado. 7-Eleven That’s Hockey's Gino Reda highlights Mackinnon's unimaginable 35-game home point streak. 4:36
The Talking Point: Showmanship or a fair assessment by Keefe? Sheldon Keefe did not hold back in his post game comments following the Maple Leafs' home loss to the Devils. Was it showmanship or a fair assessment by the Maple Leafs' head coach? TSN Hockey analyst Mike Johnson discusses. 3:12
Montembeault makes 27 saves, Canadiens win to snap Avalanche's 9-game win streak Sam Montembeault made 27 saves and the Montreal Canadiens beat the Colorado Avalanche 2-1 on Tuesday night in coach Martin St. Louis' return to the team.
Dickinson scores twice as Blackhawks beat Flames Jason Dickinson scored twice, Petr Mrazek made 40 saves and the Chicago Blackhawks beat the Calgary Flames 3-1 on Tuesday.
Nylander admits to being 'rattled' as Leafs struggle to ramp up William Nylander feels the Leafs didn't play hard enough in the final two periods of Tuesday's loss to the Devils. "You know what, it is rattling," the winger said. "We know we’re capable of a lot better in this locker room. We still have some time to dial it up. We’ve been playing great as of late." play-btn-vid 1:30
Opportunistic Devils hand Leafs second-straight regulation loss Auston Matthews scored his 59th and William Nylander hit the 40 goal mark, but they won't be going home happy after the Devils posted a six spot against them. The TSN Hockey panel breaks down a frustrating game for Toronto after New Jersey earned their first regulation win over the Leafs since April of 2018. play-btn-vid 3:01
How does McDavid continue to set new records every season? TSN Hockey analyst Jamie McLennan joins SportsCentre to discuss how the Jets' recent four-game losing streak could possibly cost them the Central Division and how impressive it will be to witness Connor McDavid become the fourth player all-time to record 100 assists in a season. 3:03
Has Winnipeg's recent slump cost them a favourable matchup in round one? TSN Hockey analyst Jamie McLennan joins SC with Jay Onrait to discuss how the Jets' recent four-game losing streak could possibly cost them the Central Division and how impressive it will be to witness Connor McDavid become the fourth player all-time to record 100 assists in a season. 3:12
MJ on Leafs lineup: ‘There’s a lot of questions for a team that’s very good’ Bryan Hayes, Jeff O’Neill and Jamie McLennan are joined by TSN Hockey analyst Mike Johnson to discuss the questions surrounding the Maple Leafs lineup heading towards the playoffs including how will the forward group look when Mitch Marner and Calle Jarnkrok returns, who will play with who on the blue line and more. play-btn-vid 5:49
Duthie on chances Crosby leaves Pittsburgh: ‘It’s a solid 50/50 he goes’ Bryan Hayes, Jeff O’Neill and Jamie McLennan are joined by TSN Host James Duthie to discuss the likelihood of Sidney Crosby moving on from the Pittsburgh Penguins and expectations for the Penguins if that were to happen. play-btn-vid 6:31
Hayes vs. O-Dog: Norris Trophy Ballot Bryan Hayes, Jeff O’Neill and Jamie McLennan are joined by TSN Host James Duthie to discuss Hayes and O-Dog’s top 5 ballot for the Norris Trophy and which ballot would Noodles and Duthie pick. play-btn-vid 6:35
Does it matter who the Leafs get in the first round? A week ago it looked like the Maple Leafs and Bruins were destined to meet in the first round, but a lot has changed in a week. The TSN Hockey panel discuss whether their first round opponent matters as they get set to play the Devils tonight. play-btn-vid 4:35
Rangers among four East teams with chance to clinch playoffs Tuesday There's a good chance the first NHL playoff spot to be clinched this season will go to an Eastern Conference team, with four clubs owning a clinching scenario for Tuesday night.
Red Wings set for crucial battle with Capitals: 'If we beat them, we’re in a playoff spot' The heavily contested race for the final wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference continues Tuesday with a crucial matchup between the Washington Capitals and Detroit Red Wings.
The Talking Point: Should the Leafs use a goalie tandem in the playoffs? Ilya Samsonov and Joseph Woll have both dealt with injuries and as Toronto approaches the end of the regular season, and the decision on which goaltender to lean on grows more critical, the question becomes, should the Leafs use a goalie tandem in the playoffs? TSN Hockey analyst Cheryl Pounder shares her take. 1:30
Luke Hughes gets chance to 'put on a show' in return to Toronto Luke, the youngest of the Hughes brothers spent part of his childhood in the hockey hotbed of Toronto while his dad, Jim, worked in the Maple Leafs organization. Tonight, the Devils' defenceman has a homecoming of sorts, playing in Toronto for the first time in the NHL. Luke spoke about some of his fond memories, and the excitement to face the Leafs. play-btn-vid 2:46
Woll looks get on a roll; Samsonov back on the ice and listed as day-to-day Maple Leafs head coach Sheldon Keefe gave an update on goaltender Ilya Samsonov, saying the expectation is that he will be able to take part in practice Wednesday, and that Samsonov was never scheduled to play tonight. The Leafs will go back to Joseph Woll, who has impressed his teammates and coaches as he tries to round into the form he found before his injury earlier this season. play-btn-vid 1:38
Marner upgraded to day-to-day; Rielly doubtful to play; Edmundson out Forward Mitch Marner skated prior to Maple Leafs practice Tuesday as he works his way back from a high ankle sprain. Head coach Sheldon Keefe joked that Marner is upgraded from day-to-day to now day-to-day. Morgan Rielly is a game-time decision to play against the Devils tonight on TSN, while defenceman Joel Edmundson will be out with an injury. 1:21
'We haven't done anything yet': Bowness wants Jets to keep their foot on the gas The Jets have dropped three straight games and head coach Rick Bowness, who watched Winnipeg's last four games from the sidelines, thinks his team's game has slipped of late. Bowness is preaching to his players to keep their foot on the gas down the stretch of the regular season and says his team still has a lot to play for. 2:42
7-Eleven That’s Hockey: Why Boudreau is so confident Ovechkin will hunt down Gretzky Bruce Boudreau coached Alex Ovechkin in Washington for parts of five seasons and was behind the bench for Ovi's first two Rocket Richard Trophy wins. With Ovechkin 46 goals back of Wayne Gretzky for the all-time scoring crown, Boudreau joins That's Hockey to explain why he always believed Ovi would break the record. play-btn-vid 3:03
O-Dog: ‘I would love for Carolina or the Rangers’ for Leafs playoff matchup Bryan Hayes, Jeff O’Neill and Jamie McLennan discuss the possibility of the Maple Leafs falling into a wild card spot and why playing a different team in the playoffs would be a nice change of pace. play-btn-vid 3:49
Loss to Kings keeps Canucks from clinching playoff spot Anze Kopitar scored and notched an assist as the L.A. Kings ground out a 3-2 victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Monday.
Court denies Blackhawks' request to dismiss suit filed by second ‘John Doe’ An Illinois state court judge has rejected the Chicago Blackhawks’ motion to dismiss a negligence lawsuit filed by a former player who alleges he was sexually assaulted during the 2009-10 Stanley Cup season and playoffs by former team video coach Brad Aldrich. - Rick Westhead
With 100-point season in sight, Canucks top Canadian teams in power ranking There weren’t many who would have predicted the Canucks would do so at the start of the season, but Vancouver has been proving the doubters wrong all year. - Sportlogiq
Maple Leafs' Matthews on pace for most goals in nearly 30 years Scoring 70 would require a goal-a-game tear down the stretch, which isn't out of the realm of possibility by any means, but Matthews is on pace for 67, which would be the most in the NHL in nearly 30 years.
The Talking Point: Should we be shocked by Hyman's 50-goal season? Zach Hyman achieved an incredible milestone by scoring his 50th goal of the season over the weekend. It's a number not many people would have thought was possible prior to this season but should we be shocked at his accomplishment? TSN Hockey analyst Mike Johnson shares his thoughts. play-btn-vid 2:28
Primeau, Guhle shine in Habs' blowout victory over Kraken on Sunday The Habs on TSN panel breaks down the impressive offensive effort for Montreal against Seattle on Sunday and the continued improvement for young goalie Cayden Primeau in the win. play-btn-vid 1:59
Andersen stops 31 shots as Hurricanes edge Leafs Brady Skjei and Sebastian Aho scored as the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 2-1 on Sunday night for their sixth win in seven games.
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