The Edmonton Oilers are being pegged as underdogs in the Stanley Cup Final versus the Florida Panthers. The main reason is that the Panthers play a physical style and are dogged on the forecheck, and many believe that will be too much for the Oilers to handle. But, as much as hitting and a heavy
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In just over three weeks, all 32 NHL teams will gather in Las Vegas for the 2024 NHL Entry Draft. The Anaheim Ducks have the third pick in this year’s draft, where they will have a choice between a few high-end prospects. Despite the high pick, it’s difficult to gauge who will be available — the San
Emily Kaplan, ESPNJun 5, 2024, 07:55 AM ET Close Emily Kaplan is ESPN’s national NHL reporter. Open Extended Reactions Forget the distance — this year’s Stanley Cup Final is as electric as they come. Two fantastic teams hitting their stride when it matters most, with incredible stories to tell. Here’s a look inside how both
The Hershey Bears rode a late second-period outburst to a 6-2 win over Cleveland on Tuesday and a commanding 3-0 lead in the best-of-seven Eastern Conference Finals. The Monsters host Game 4 on Thursday looking to stave off elimination. After Cleveland had rallied to erase a 2-0 deficit, Hershey scored three times in the final
15 hours ago News Duration 2:08 The Edmonton Oilers have a chance to bring the Stanley Cup to Canada for the first time in more than 30 years. The Montreal Canadiens were the last team to win in 1993, the same year the Oilers farm team at the time — the Cape Breton Oilers —
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Carolina Hurricanes are interested in signing Jake Guentzel but the forward is likely going to test free agency. Meanwhile, the Toronto Maple Leafs are looking to sign a possible extension with defenseman Joel Edmundson. The Detroit Red Wings are expected to talk to Patrick Kane’s agent this week, the
As the Toronto Maple Leafs once again head into the offseason all too early, the team faces many choices that will undoubtedly shape the franchise’s future. In this edition of Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll look at three pivotal decisions that loom large in the minds of fans and analysts alike. From roster changes
Ryan S. Clark, NHL reporterJun 4, 2024, 01:05 PM ET Close Ryan S. Clark is an NHL reporter for ESPN. Open Extended Reactions Dallas Stars forward Joe Pavelski said Tuesday that he will not play next season while adding, “this is it for me.” While Pavelski did not outright say he was retiring from the
Coachella Valley is a win away from repeating as Western Conference champions after a 5-2 win over Milwaukee on Tuesday night. The Firebirds own a 3-0 lead in the best-of-seven series with Game 4 set for Thursday at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena. Cale Fleury began the scoring 31 seconds into Game 3 – the second game
Move over, Edmonton Oilers power play. The penalty killers are in the spotlight. The Oilers reached their first Stanley Cup final in 18 years in no small measure to a stingy penalty kill that hasn’t given up a goal in their last 10 playoff games, and kept a clean sheet in 28 straight short-handed situations.
Though the Stanley Cup has yet to be hoisted, teams like the Buffalo Sabres have already entered into the dog days of summer. The NHL Draft and free agency lay ahead, but most are waiting in anticipation for the start of the 2024-25 NHL season. It also means that there is only so much room
The 2024 Stanley Cup Final is officially set for June 8. On that date, the Edmonton Oilers will visit the Florida Panthers at Amerant Bank Arena as each team tries to win the Stanley Cup. Before we get there, it’s important to appreciate the players who helped their respective teams climb this mountain. The Conn
Greg Wyshynski, ESPNJun 4, 2024, 02:44 PM ET Close Greg Wyshynski is ESPN’s senior NHL writer. Open Extended Reactions TARRYTOWN, NY — There were two prevailing emotions for the New York Rangers as they packed up their lockers on Tuesday: painful disappointment after losing in the Eastern Conference final to the Florida Panthers and unwavering
Nolan Baumgartner, a member of the American Hockey League Hall of Fame, has been named an assistant coach with the Ottawa Senators, joining the staff of new head coach Travis Green. Baumgartner spent the past two seasons as an assistant with the AHL’s Manitoba Moose, helping the club to consecutive berths in the Calder Cup
The Edmonton Oilers are back in the Stanley Cup final in a celebration reaching north of the Arctic Circle and drawing in fans from as far away as the Philippines. On Monday morning, Oilers fans sloughed off grey clouds and rain to pack the team store at downtown Rogers Place. They bought jerseys, hats, T-shirts
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, what are the offseason plans for the Dallas Stars after being eliminated by the Edmonton Oilers in the Western Conference Final? What is the status of Evander Kane after delivering an awkward hit and not returning for the third period of Game 6? Could the Mitch Marner situation drag out
Ondrej Kos 2023-24 Team: KOOVEE (Finland)Date of Birth: March 7, 2006Place of Birth: Kurim, CzechiaHt: 6-foot-1 Wt: 185 poundsShoots: LeftPosition: LWNHL Draft Eligibility: 2024 first-year eligible Rankings: Ondrej Kos caught lots of attention at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup, where he and Team Czechia delivered an impressive performance. Despite being Czech-born, Kos has spent the last
Associated Press Jun 3, 2024, 01:10 PM ET Open Extended Reactions CHICAGO — A new network is launching to carry games from three Chicago pro teams, the Blackhawks, Bulls and White Sox. The Chicago Sports Network (CHSN) announced Monday that it will launch in October across multiple platforms. The network said it will air more