NHL Playoffs

Apr 23, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Linesman CJ Murray (68) separates Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard (49) and Dallas Stars center Roope Hintz (24) in the first period in game three of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Stanley Cup playoff ratings take hit in U.S. despite 4 Nations Face-Off boost

Back by popular demand! Harmonica anthem legends hype Kings fans and baffle the rest

Joe Bowen's call of Max Domi's overtime goal will have Maple Leafs fans fired up

Matthew Tkachuk's return helps Panthers look like nightmare for playoff opponents

Apr 7, 2018; Nashville, TN, USA; (From left to right) Nashville Predators center Ryan Johansen (92) goalie Pekka Rinne (35) defenseman Roman Josi (59) defenseman Ryan Ellis (4) defenseman Mattias Ekholm (14) and left wing Filip Forsberg (9) pose with NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly as the Nashville Predators are awarded the Presidents' Trophy before the game against the Columbus Blue Jackets at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images

How many President's Trophy winners have been eliminated from the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs?

Luke Hughes (43) reacts after a play against the Carolina Hurricanes. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Devils' Game 2 hopes vs. Hurricanes crushed by new injury updates

Montreal Canadiens v Washington Capitals - Game One

Capitals local legend's call of Alex Ovechkin’s OT goal is pure playoff magic

Ottawa Senators v Toronto Maple Leafs - Game One

4 difference-makers who can lead their team past the opening round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs

Alex Ovechkin scores in game 1 of Washington's first round series with the Montreal Canadiens.

Alex Ovechkin’s Stanley Cup quest starts with dramatic OT winner

Los Angeles Kings v Seattle Kraken

NHL power rankings: First round matchups based on watchability

Washington Capitals v New York Islanders

2025 NHL Stanley Cup playoff bracket: First-round matchups officially set

Utah Hockey Club v Dallas Stars

Stars vs. Avalanche playoff series gives Mikko Rantanen shot at revenge

Carolina Hurricanes v New York Islanders - Game Two

How many teams qualify for the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs?

Winnipeg Jets v Vancouver Canucks

Making the case for Jets' goalie Connor Hellebuyck to win NHL MVP

Washington Capitals v Columbus Blue Jackets

Blue Jackets clinching scenarios for Apr. 15 show path to playoffs thanks to Canadiens

St. Louis Blues v Edmonton Oilers

NHL panic meter: 3 playoff teams that should be most worried despite clinching berth

Dallas Stars v Minnesota Wild

Can NHL players be traded and play in the playoffs? Explaining NHL trade rules

LA Kings

3 dark horse NHL teams to watch in 2025 Stanley Cup playoffs once they clinch berth

Washington Capitals v Winnipeg Jets

When do the 2025 NHL playoffs begin?

Dallas Stars v Edmonton Oilers

NHL Power Rankings: 3 teams with the best chance to win the Stanley Cup as season enters final stretch

Seattle Kraken v Edmonton Oilers

NHL playoff panic meter: 4 teams that should be worried heading into season's final stretch

Ottawa Senators left wing Brady Tkachuk. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-Imagn Images

Which NHL teams are most likely to win East, West Wild Card berths with one month of season remaining?

New Jersey Devils defenseman Luke Hughes (43) picks up a loose puck from goalie Jake Allen (34). Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

New Jersey Devils win versus Columbus Blue Jackets essentially seals a playoff spot

Dallas Stars v Los Angeles Kings

NHL Power Rankings: Which Central Division team is most likely to hoist the Stanley Cup?

Stanley Cup Champions, Florida Panthers

Understanding the NHL Stanley Cup playoff format and structure

Columbus Blue Jackets v New York Islanders

Which teams have the momentum to leap into NHL Eastern Conference Wild Card spot amid chaotic battle?

Edmonton Oilers v Vancouver Canucks

5 dark horse NHL teams that can win the Stanley Cup: Connor McDavid's Oilers, Utah and more

2024 Stanley Cup Final - Game Seven

Did Connor McDavid deserve to win the Conn Smythe Trophy?