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Stanley Cup Playoffs conference finals predictions

The 16 writers and editors who made their predictions for the Eastern Conference Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and ...

Why do Cup contenders keep going after one of NHL’s slowest, oldest players? ‘Instant culture’

The NHL's second-oldest player, Corey Perry, is in demand every year — and usually ends up in the Stanley Cup Final. "He transcends time." ...

NHL analyst gives blunt response to Buffalo Sabres’ Stanley Cup chances

The Buffalo Sabres have become one of the NHL’s biggest surprises this season. The Sabres own a 39-19-6 record and sit first in the Atlantic Division with 84 points. Buffalo has also won seven ...
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2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs 1st-round predictions

The Dallas Stars are the favorite to win the Stanley Cup this season, according to a panel of NHL.com writers and editors. Of ...

Colorado Avalanche: NHL Analyst Craig Button Believes They are the Favorites to Win it All

The Colorado Avalanche won the 2021-2022 NHL Stanley Cup title in six games over the Tampa Bay Lightning. Colorado has not been back to the finals since then, but they have a great team once again in ...

Why Nazem Kadri trade is perfect fit to put Avalanche over top in Stanley Cup chase

Nazem Kadri is thrilled to be back with Avalanche and he is the piece they needed to improve their Stanley Cup chances ...
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NHL power rankings: Central Division continues to set the pace

With the NHL trade deadline in the rearview mirror, the sole focus is on the playoffs. In The Sporting News' first edition of our power rankings, we look at which teams made enough additions to ...

2026 Stanley Cup odds: Sabres, Ducks rise while Avalanche remain favorites

The Avalanche are Stanley Cup and Presidents' Trophy favorites, but the Buffalo Sabres and Anaheim Ducks are rising.