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By Basil Stroh   NHL Public Relations April 25, 2025 NEW YORK (April 25, 2025) – The National Hockey League announced today that it has fined the Ottawa Senators $25,000 for unsportsmanlike conduct during warm-ups prior to Game 3 of their First Round series against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Thursday, April 24. The fine money goes to the NHL…

By Basil Stroh     NHL Public Relations April 25, 2025 NEW YORK (April 25, 2025) – The National Hockey League will announce finalists for 2025 NHL Awards beginning Monday, April 28.   The schedule of announcements, which is subject to change, is as follows:   Monday, April 28 Vezina Trophy   Tuesday, April 29 James Norris Memorial…

By Lydia Jane Allison       Fans Can Register for Free Entry at NFL.com/DraftAccess 2025 NFL Draft Presented by Bud Light Airs Live April 24–26 with Coverage on NFL Network, NFL+, the NFL Channel, ABC, ESPN, ESPN2 and ESPN Deportes NEW YORK — April 17, 2025 — The National Football League today announced global country music…

By Basil Stroh   NHL Public Relations April 24, 2025 * Jamie Benn and Tyler Seguin powered a second straight Stars comeback win in overtime as Dallas took a 2-1 series lead and spoiled Gabriel Landeskog’s return to the Colorado lineup. * Anze Kopitar and Adrian Kempe both put up four-point performances in Game 2 as the Kings took a 2-0 series lead thanks to a…

By Basil Stroh   NHL Public Relations April 24, 2025 More Than 1.3M Brackets Submitted to Date, Up 18% From 2024; Stanley Cup Playoffs Second Chance Bracket Opens When Second Round Matchups Are Set   NEW YORK / TORONTO (April 24, 2025) – Fans vying for the perfect bracket – or those who missed the opportunity…

By Basil Stroh   4 24 2025   THURSDAY FEATURES ‘BATTLE OF FLORIDA’ PLUS THREE GAME 3s The reigning champion Panthers look to take a 2-0 lead against the Lightning while the Senators, Wild and Blues head home for the first time in the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs.   * The Senators and Blues are set to host playoff hockey for the first time since 2017 and 2022, respectively,…

By Basil Stroh   NHL Public Relations April 23, 2025 A team scored six goals during the Battle of Florida in the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the third straight contest as the reigning Stanley Cup champion Panthers benefited from the return of Matthew Tkachuk en route to a Game 1 win. * Max Domi scored the overtime winner for the Maple Leafs in Game 2…

By Basil Stroh     WEDNESDAY’S SCHEDULE FEATURES OILERS, KINGS FOLLOWING UP THRILLING GAME 1 Tonight’s slate has the Oilers looking to pull even in their First Round matchup with the Kings following a back-and-forth opener as well as the Canadiens–Capitals and Stars–Avalanche continuing their series after requiring overtime Monday.     COURTESY NHL PUBLIC RELATIONS

By Basil Stroh   Ndax and NHL Partner to Engage Fans in Canada During the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs   NHL Public Relations April 23, 2025 NEW YORK (April 23, 2025) – Ndax, one of Canada’s largest crypto trading platforms, and the National Hockey League (NHL®) today announced a new Canadian partnership, naming Ndax the Official Crypto…

By Basil Stroh   NHL Public Relations April 22, 2025 Phillip Danault delivered a late go-ahead goal to help the Kings quell a four-goal comeback attempt by the Oilers at Crypto.com Arena. * Alex Ovechkin scored the winner during the first overtime game of the postseason as stars continued to shine in the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs.   * Colin Blackwell also buried an overtime goal as…

By Basil Stroh     NHL Public Relations April 22, 2025 NEW YORK (April 22, 2025) – The National Hockey League today announced the following updates to the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs First Round schedule:   Monday, April 28   The start time of Game 4 of the First Round series between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Florida Panthers has been set…

By Basil Stroh     4 22 2025   The Islanders organization announced today that Lou Lamoriello’s contract as President and General Manager will not be renewed   The New York Islanders organization announced today that Lou Lamoriello’s contract as President and General Manager will not be renewed. Effective immediately, Operating Partner John Collins will…

By Basil Stroh   NHL Public Relations April 21, 2025 Mitch Marner, William Nylander, John Tavares and Auston Matthews had multiple points as the Maple Leafs opened the first “Battle of Ontario” playoff series in 21 years with a high-scoring victory.   * Logan Stankoven scored two goals to help the Hurricanes defeat the Devils, while Brett Howden also tallied twice during the Golden Knights’ victory versus the Wild.   *…

By Basil Stroh     PLAYOFFS TO INCLUDE ALL-TIME LEADING GOAL SCORER FOR FIRST TIME IN 28 YEARS For the first time since 1997, the NHL’s all-time leading goal scorer will be on the ice for the Stanley Cup Playoffs as Alex Ovechkin and the Capitals begin the pursuit of a second Stanley Cup, 15 days after he completed…

By Basil Stroh     4 21 2025   SEATTLE, Wash. — April 21, 2025 — Today, the Seattle Kraken announced that they have relieved head coach Dan Bylsma of his duties. “We thank Dan for his commitment and the energy he brought to our organization over the past four years at the NHL and AHL…

By Basil Stroh   NHL Public Relations April 20, 2025 * Kyle Connor capped his three-point night with the latest postseason go-ahead goal in franchise history as he propelled the Jets to a 1-0 series lead. * Nathan MacKinnon posted three points and became the fastest active player to 50 career playoff goals as he led the Avalanche to a Game 1 victory.…

By Basil Stroh   NHL Public Relations April 19, 2025  The 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs are here, with the first four of 16 teams ready to take the ice tonight to commence a two-month long journey to hoist the Cup. * The Presidents’ Trophy-winning Jets and Blues open the postseason at Canada Life Centre, where 4 Nations Face-Off opponents Connor Hellebuyck and Jordan Binnington will clash…

By Myrtle Davies     4 19 2025   The Ducks announced today Greg Cronin will not return as head coach. “I want to personally thank Greg for his tireless work and dedication to the team,” said General Manager Pat Verbeek. “He is responsible in many ways for the improvement we’ve seen from our young…

By Myrtle Davies   4 19 2025   New York Rangers President and General Manager Chris Drury announced today that he has relieved head coach Peter Laviolette and associate head coach Phil Housley of their duties. “Today I informed Peter Laviolette and Phil Housley that we’re making a coaching change,” said Drury. “I want to…

By Basil Stroh     NHL Public Relations April 19, 2025 * The 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs are here, with the first four of 16 teams ready to take the ice tonight to commence a two-month long journey to hoist the Cup. * The Presidents’ Trophy-winning Jets and Blues open the postseason at Canada Life Centre, where 4 Nations Face-Off opponents Connor Hellebuyck and Jordan…