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Key dates for the 2021-22 NHL season
The 2021-22 regular season kicks off on October 12, with the Toronto Maple Leafs playing their first game against the Montreal Canadiens on Wednesday, October 13. ... -
Reactions to the Capitals jersey advertising agreement; New names for Florida Panthers arena and Winter Classic – The Athletic
The reaction from social media was easily predictable. When the Washington Capitals announced on Friday that they had teamed up with Caesars Sportsbook for the first ... -
Biggest takeaways from Devils media day – The Athletic
It was a non-zoom media day for the Devils to kick off the 2021-22 season on Wednesday at the Prudential Center. Gamers and members of the ... -
The decisions and changes of the past decade that have brought players and owners to an impending union struggle – The Athletic
The seats on the bus. For five years now, a story has persisted within baseball: When Major League Baseball and the Players Association last reached a ... -
Wednesday sports in brief | Herald of the Three Cities
NFL MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) – Tua Tagovailoa has fractured his ribs and will not play on Sunday when the Miami Dolphins visit the Las Vegas ... -
NHL finds no evidence Evander Kane played in games
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) – The NHL has found no evidence that San Jose Sharks forward Evander Kane has bet on NHL games or attempted to ... -
Finally, Kirill Kaprizov signed with nature
It is done. It’s finish. That’s it. In case you live under a rock, the Minnesota Wild have finally re-signed their Calder Trophy-winning forward Kirill Kaprizov ... -
Benning’s upgrades provide options for coaches
VANCOUVER – It’s not the elephant in the gym that’s the problem heading into Vancouver Canucks training camp, but the two lion kings that are missing. ... -
What trades could the Winnipeg Jets make this season?
What trades will the Winnipeg Jets make this coming season? They should aim for a backup goalie. The Winnipeg Jets took a big step last season ... -
Nordic Nanovector ASA – PSU assignment
Oslo, Norway, September 20, 2021 / PRNewswire / – The board of directors of Nordic Nanovector ASA (âNordic Nanovectorâ or the âCompanyâ) has September 20, 2021 ... -
Jersey Shore BlueClaws players amid minor league pay protest
#FairBall is all the rage after several minor league players from the Jersey Shore BlueClaws, a minor league affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies, and the Brooklyn ... -
Reworked NHL rosters for 2021-22: Central Division – Pt. 1
32 NHL clubs will show up for training camp later this month after a busy summer that saw more than 100 free agent signings and 60 ... -
Premier Hockey Federation’s New Name Has No Labels, No Limits
The National Women’s Hockey League changed its name to Premier Hockey Federation before its seventh season, becoming the first North American women’s sports league to drop ... -
Coghlan stays put with the NHL’s Vegas Golden Knights | NanaimoNews NOW
Coghlan, 23, made his debut for Vegas in the 2020/21 season, playing 29 regular season games. He scored his first goal on March 10 at Minnesota ... -
New Coyotes assistant general manager attracted by team vision and long-term potential
It’s no secret which direction the Arizona Coyotes are heading. General manager Bill Armstrong turned the squad into a full-fledged rebuild, trading a handful of his ... -
Week 1 Winning GPP Queue Analysis – FantasyCruncher.com DFS Articles & Insights
How do I win NFL tournaments on DraftKings? Let’s dig and find out. FOOTBALL IS BACK! It’s a special time of year on the DFS calendar, ... -
Kraken players familiarize themselves with the market – the Athletic
Much has changed for Joonas Donskoi over the past seven years. No longer a Finnish hockey player who only had to worry about himself when he ... -
NHL participation in Olympics complicates capping situations
While the general sentiment surrounding the NHL’s return to the Olympics at the 2022 Winter Games is uplifting, it is not without drawbacks. The regular season’s ... -
2021-22 Philadelphia Flyers Preview: Welcome to the Martin Jones Experience
I was alone for a long time to feel the similarities between the Philadelphia Flyers and the San Jose Sharks. Yes, the Flyers will have the ... -
Watch: College football brawl video goes viral
College football’s first weekend has already seen a major upheaval, as the Virginia Tech Hokies beat the North Carolina Tar Heels, 17-10, at home in front ... -
Highest-paid NHL player won $ 45 million in 6 seasons
KEY POINTS Auston Matthews signed $ 58 million contract extension with the Toronto Maple Leafs in 2019 Ice hockey center earns an average annual salary of ... -
Improved Texan Defense? Houston still has a long way to go
–It would be hard to deny the impact that new Houston Texans defensive coordinator Lovie Smith has had on his unit. He’s the takeaway preacher, and ... -
Sharks are better off without Evander Kane? Which recruit could emerge? Mailbag – The Athletic
Let’s start with a little piece of good news. The Sharks offered a walking tour (and free lunch afterward) on Tuesday of the still-under-construction rink adjacent ... -
Judge rules Sharks’ Evander Kane can be filed in pay abortion lawsuit
A federal bankruptcy judge is to be investigated in a lawsuit brought by a woman who claims San Jose Sharks winger Ebander Kane refused to promise ... -
Travis Sanheim hopes blue line stability will help propel the Flyers
2021 has been a year to forget for the Philadelphia Flyers. When it comes to defense, this coming season is a chance for redemption. Flyers general ... -
Maple Leafs to see tough competition for attacking spots
Additionally, Engvall is widely regarded as the fittest of the Maple Leafs players. When Keefe became head coach following the sacking of former head coach Mike ... -
Flyers agree to two-year contract with Travis Sanheim
There won’t be an arbitration hearing this year after all. Flyers defender Travis Sanheim was the last player linked to the arbitration without a contract, but ... -
Gaudio says he faced Mack in the summer of 2020 over alleged NCAA violations
A new wrinkle has emerged in the ongoing federal extortion case involving former Louisville men’s basketball assistant Dino Gaudio. According to new court documents filed Wednesday ... -
Projection of 53 players from the player roster: player profile CB Troy Pride Jr.
CB Troy Pride Jr. Height: 5’11 ” Weight: 194 Kg University: our Lady NFL Statistics: 42 tackles, 2 pass deviations Projection of the depth map: Backup ... -
What Josh Giddey can learn from Luka Doncic’s NBA game
The jumbo guard takes over. Luka Doncic The Dallas Mavericks’ immediate success has fans across the league hoping to find a player who fits their mold. ... -
Hextall admits he will have to “get creative” to level up; Cap could push Friedman into the lineup
When given the chance to confirm the Pittsburgh Penguins blue line, general manager Ron Hextall postponed. Right-back Cody Cela signed a four-year contract with the Edmonton ... -
Anthony Rendon to undergo hip surgery at the end of the season
Los Angeles announced this afternoon that Anthony Rendon will undergo end-of-season surgery to repair a conflict in his right hip. He is on the 60-day injured ... -
Joan Laporta makes La Liga request as Lionel Messi’s contract stalled
Joan Laporta has once again called for more “flexibility” from La Liga on the current salary cap situation in Barcelona. Clearly above their salary cap, Barca ... -
St. Louis Blues acquire Buchnevich from New York Rangers for Blais, Pick
The St. Louis Blues took their first big step of the summer by acquiring forward Pavel Buchnevich from the New York Rangers in exchange for forward ... -
2021 NHL free agency: San Jose Sharks re-sign Balcers, Blichfeld
With the expansion draft behind us, San Jose Sharks general manager Doug Wilson ticked off two players due to new contracts earlier today, re-signing forwards Rudolfs ... -
A preview of the 2021 offseason for the Utah Jazz
Still a strong defensive team since Rudy Gobert’s emergence as the eternal contender for Defensive Player of the Year, Utah had been in the middle of ... -
5 New Jersey Devils forwards could draft with 29th pick
New Jersey Devils (Photo by Dylan Buell / Getty Images) The New Jersey Devils secured a first-round second pick in the 2021 NHL Draft by sending ... -
Kraken’s must-have players in NHL.com expansion draft
The Seattle Kraken will select 30 players in the 2021 NHL Expansion Draft presented by Upper Deck on Wednesday (8 p.m. ET; ESPN2, SN1, SN NOW). ... -
2021 NHL offseason: why the Bruins should play another round with a veteran core
The Boston Bruins looked like a real championship contender towards the end of the regular season and for the first six games of the 2021 Stanley ... -
Tampa Bay Lightning Extension Fredrik Claesson
The deal apparently has no real implications for the expansion draft, but the two-time defending Stanley Cup champions slipped it anyway before the deal was frozen. ... -
Report: Wild expected to bid for Jack Eichel
Credit: Lisa Gansky via Wikimedia Commons When the Wild bought back the remaining four years of Ryan Suter and Zach Parise’s contracts this week, they freed ... -
Fletcher press conference, ‘ridiculous’ performance
Philadelphia Flyers general manager Chuck Fletcher and assistant general manager / vice-president Brent Flahr held a press conference yesterday to discuss the start of the NHL’s ... -
What Duncan Keith’s trade means for the Blackhawks going forward – NBC Chicago
The Chicago Blackhawks have missed the playoffs in three of the past four seasons, and although the team stressed ahead of the last campaign that they ... -
July 10 in New York Ranger history: Lundqvist’s first real contract
What Happened on July 10 in New York Ranger History On this date in 2007, the New York Rangers signed Henrik Lundqvist for his first contract ... -
Don’t blink, the hectic NHL offseason is well underway
The 2020-21 NHL season is over. . . of them . . . Three. . . four. . . And now in 2021-22. It won’t be ... -
Frederik Andersen eases Toronto Maple Leafs decision
The Toronto Maple Leafs and their fans got used to Frederik Andersen in the net night after night. When there were fans in the arena, Freddie’s ... -
OTR: bid sheets, general managers fear Lamoriello, NHL commercial market
The NHL commercial market continues to be active with some gossip but not a lot of action⦠yet. Could the New Jersey Devils be the ones ... -
Oilers, Canadians, Penguins, Stars, Kivlenieks
In today’s recap of today’s NHL rumors, are the Edmonton Oilers and Adam Larsson any closer or further to a deal? Recent discussions suggest that there ... -
Lightning’s Tyler Johnson Not Getting Enough Credit
On Friday, the Tampa Bay Lightning defeated the Montreal Canadiens by a score of 6-3 to take a 3-0 lead in the Stanley Cup final. Despite ... -
MLB pioneer and NHL agent Tom Reich has died at 82
item PARK CITY, UT – JANUARY 20: Sports agent Tom Reich attends the “No No: A Dockumentary” premiere during the 2014 Sundance Film Festival at the ... -
Pioneering baseball and hockey agent Tom Reich dies at 82
Thomas M. Reich, a pioneering baseball agent with an exuberant, oversized personality who has helped players earn multi-million dollar salaries in⦠Thomas M. Reich, a pioneering ... -
Why haven’t the Dolphins decided to extend TE Mike Gesicki?
Mike Gesicki broke through with a solid third season. Only three tight ends produced more receiving yards than Gesicki, giving the former second-round pick some momentum ... -
NCAA Eliminates NIL Restrictions, Allowing Athletes To Make Money
The NCAA, which screamed that day, announced what it called an interim policy allowing college athletes to benefit financially from their name, image and likeness, starting ... -
Kaapo Kakko loses Tuomo Ruutu as he leaves Rangers to become Panthers assistant coach
The New York Rangers lost Tuomo Ruutu to the Florida Panthers. Ruutu was instrumental in Kaapo Kakko’s transition to North America after being drafted in 2019. ... -
White Sox, Diamondbacks advance in Escobar talks
The White Sox and Diamondbacks discussed a possible deal with Eduardo Escobar last week, and it looks like talks could pick up speed. USA Today’s Bob ... -
Barry Trotz: The hard truth is some of these islanders won’t be around next season
TAMPA, Fla – Barry Trotz spoke an NHL truth when he noted that the devastated group of players in the locker room following the Islanders’ 1-0 ... -
Are the Edmonton Oilers really interested in Oliver Ekman-Larsson? How can this make sense?
Breadcrumb Links Hockey cult Author of the article: David staples ⢠Edmonton Journal Oliver Ekman-Larsson (23) of the Arizona Coyotes is controlled by Darnell Nurse (25) ... -
Don’t be surprised if the New Jersey Devils protect PK Subban
Today we’re going to go over the biggest surprises that could come when the New Jersey Devils announce who they’ll protect in the Seattle Kraken Extension ... -
Rielly, Hyman, Hamilton and more
In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll be working again with longtime Maple Leafs fan Stan Smith to review and comment on ... -
NHL Jumps Into Hip-Hop With Timbaland Beatclub
Stephen Curry supports equal pay with Syndio Investment Through Andrew Cohen June 22, 2021 Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry has invested in Syndio, a human ... -
NHL Free Agency Levels – Top 90 Player Rankings (over)
There are two major factors that will shape the free agency of the NHL when it officially begins on July 28. The first takes place a ... -
What’s next for Ben Simmons in Philadelphia?
âProcess This,â read the Philadelphia Daily News ‘front page on Monday morning, as Sixers fans tried to figure out some of Simmons’ shortcomings in this series. ... -
Habs look to change scenario against Golden Knights despite victory
MONTREAL – The Montreal Canadiens may have beaten the Vegas Golden Knights 3-2 in overtime to take a 2-1 lead in their Stanley Cup semi-final series, ... -
MLB DFS Picks, Stacks + Pitchers
Saturday, June 19 kicks off with the first of five rosters at 1:05 p.m. ET with an intriguing main roster of seven games. Let’s get into ... -
The specter of match-fixing looms over a changing sports betting landscape
Yana Sizikova lost her first round match at Roland Garros with her partner Ekaterina Alexandrova. It turns out that was the least of his problems. The ... -
Solution to Canucks heading problems will require more patience and pain
With more than a month to go for the entry draft, the Seattle Kraken expansion draft and free play, it’s time for strategy for the Vancouver ... -
Alex Rodriguez Crushed Minnesota Timberwolves Fan Nightmare Storyline With Single Instagram Comment
During his time on the baseball field, Alex Rodriguez was not the most popular guy around. While it previously looked like his foray into NBA ownership ... -
Review of the Pégulas’ decision to lay off 22 Sabers employees a year ago | Buffalo Sabers News
The Sabers finished bottom in the league for the fourth time in eight years, earning the right to select first overall in the July 23 draft. ... -
Houston Rockets 2021 offseason preview
The Rockets entered the 2020-21 league year with – at the very least – playoff aspirations. The team had just come out of a disappointing second-round ... -
Peacock carrying all remaining Stanley Cup semi-final games
String cutters, rejoice! NBC has announced that it is expanding viewing options for the remainder of the NHL Stanley Cup Semifinals. Peacock will now broadcast all ... -
Chris Hogan has left lacrosse. One league has given him and others a way back.
In high school, Chris Hogan saw no way forward in lacrosse. He played three years at Penn State, but as he approached his senior year he ... -
Jared Bednar is not to blame. Avalanche players blew it up with turnovers – The Denver Post
There’s not much a hockey coach can do. He can’t stop his players from making costly turnovers on the base games. Avalanche coach Jared Bednar is ... -
Becky Hammon at an interview for the Blazers, Magic HC jobs
Spurs assistant Becky Hammon is among the candidates who will be interviewed for the Trail Blazers head coach vacancy, according to The Athletic’s Shams Charania. Sources ... -
Christian Arroyo equals and Alex Verdugo leaves as Red Sox rally to defeat Blue Jays, 6-5
The Red Sox trailed the Blue Jays for most of Friday night, but still found a way to clear their way after a 5-1 deficit for ... -
Serge Ibaka undergoes back surgery at the end of the season
Mower center Serge Ibaka underwent surgery in Los Angeles on Thursday to treat his serious back injury, the club said in a statement on Friday. Press ... -
Four NBA players set to advance to the second round
We are back to normal in the NBA for the next few nights, with double programs Thursday evening, Friday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday. The only people ... -
NHL Playoffs Daily 2021 – Colorado Avalanche fight to stay alive against Vegas Golden Knights
The Boston Bruins were sent home Wednesday night, and the New York Islanders are the third team to reach the Stanley Cup semifinals. Tonight, the Colorado ... -
Report: Nats could listen to Scherzer’s commercial offers
The Washington Nationals are last in eastern NL with a 24-33 record. If things don’t improve, it may be time for the club to consider changes. ... -
Browns Chief of Staff Callie Brownson Charged with Drunk Driving
Callie Brownson, chief of staff for the Cleveland Browns, was charged with impaired driving during a court hearing on June 8. The incident happened at 12:27 ... -
How many PPV buys did Floyd Mayweather vs. Logan Paul make?
Exactly, how did Floyd Mayweather vs. Logan Paul fare on Sunday night à la carte despite the breakdown issues many fans faced? Floyd Mayweather and Logan ... -
And yet no one understands the Maple Leafs’ salary cap strategy
The Toronto Maple Leafs lost to the Montreal Canadiens and suddenly their salary cap strategy went nuts again. As the Toronto Maple Leafs sailed through the ... -
Wizards general manager isn’t afraid to ‘take big jumps’ in the offseason
Wizards general manager Tommy Sheppard won’t be afraid to take “big swings” to improve his roster this offseason if the opportunities present themselves, Chase Hughes of ... -
Parise wants to stay with Wild, but the situation is far from resolved
He saw the press gallery towards the end of the regular season and for much of the playoffs, but when he came in he was pretty ... -
Cowboys trade calls? Their response to Vander Esch
The Dallas Cowboys have received “exploratory” business requests from other NFL teams regarding Leighton Vander Esch, a source told CowboysSI.com, but Dallas has no plans to ... -
Gordo: Busy NHL Summer Market Provides Opportunity For Blues | Jeff Gordon
In the real world, we assume Tarasenko has limited appeal to other GMs. Only a moron would pay a premium for him while taking his risk ... -
NHL Notes: Seth Jones Trade Destinations, A Possible Nashville Predators Reshuffle, And More
Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports Welcome to DFO NHL Notes. Today we have speculation about where Seth jones could end, talk about how the Nashville Predators can ... -
In decision to keep Big Four, Maple Leafs general manager Dubas to juggle financial balls
A year ago – last fall, to be precise – Maple Leafs general manager Kyle Dubas was looking for a certain type of player to improve ... -
Sabers’ Jack Eichel situation stifles celebration of NHL Draft Lottery win
The Buffalo Sabers have won the 2021 NHL Draft lottery, but are no closer to a resolution to star … [+] centers Jack Eichel’s medical dispute. ... -
NHL Maple Leafs Off-Season Schedule
As the Leafs wrap up their season again before June, attention turns to the offseason. We have to prepare for some tough decisions, trade rumors, free ... -
Fine for DeBrusk’s cross-check on Islanders Mayfield too little too late
Late in yesterday’s game, New York Islanders defenseman Scott Mayfield received a cross-check in the back of the header from Bruins forward Jake DeBrusk. Mayfield was ... -
3 replacements for tankers if Nugent-Hopkins walks in free agency
If the Edmonton Oilers choose to let Ryan Nugent-Hopkins go in free agency, the decision will not sit well with much of the team’s fan base. ... -
HockeyBuzz.com – Theo Fox – The Amazing Life of a Jones
The Blue Jackets will “do what we have to do” if they can’t re-sign Seth Jones, according to a report.https: //t.co/pXnbcpr1rd – NHL.com (@NHLdotcom) May 30, ... -
Next up after the playoffs, Questionville
The Nashville Predators’ train of positivity came to a halt Thursday night after Jaccob Slavin’s point shot deflected by anyone other than Sebastian Aho. Another season, ... -
NHL West Finals preview: Avalanche vs Golden Knights is money in the bank
It’s not something you see every day: the top two teams in the NHL go head to head in the postseason. Granted, âbestâ is based on ... -
Saints would prioritize Ryan Ramczyk extension
Four members of the Saints’ loaded 2017 draft class remain on the squad, but only Alvin Kamara is locked up beyond this season. The saints have ... -
Philadelphia Flyers set to cut ties with 3 notable players this offseason
The Philadelphia Flyers could shake up their roster this offseason for several reasons. General manager Chuck Fletcher noted that the franchise needs to be improved in ... -
A tribute to black athletes
I had no idea Jesse Owens until I got involved in the trail. Jesse came to the Games in Mexico City and told us, on behalf ... -
Scribe identifies 2021 Chicago Blackhawks NHL free agency targets
Each team will seek to make the appropriate additions this offseason. Some will do so in an attempt to overcome the bump in terms of a ... -
Wayne Gretzky to join NHL on TNT as senior studio analyst
With two new networks ESPN and TNT both securing national NHL rights in the United States from 2021-22 to 2027-28, both networks have hired plenty of ... -
Fantasy Hockey: Top DraftKings NHL DFS Picks, Lineup Strategy Checklist for May 25
It’s a two-game slate in the NHL on Tuesday with Montreal hosting Toronto for the second straight night, and the 2-2 series between the Predators and ... -
NHL Daily Fantasy Helper: Monday 05/24/21
NHL DFS is similar to MLB when it comes to how you create lineups, display stacking, and value players. Two main points to always focus on ... -
Holland warned of oil tanker struggles with “all-in every year” comments
Technically, this North Division first-round series with the Winnipeg Jets is not over. The Edmonton Oilers still have a chance Monday night to continue playing hockey ... -
Dear Abbey: NHL Community Asks Our Writer On Playoffs, Kraken And More | Launderer report
Al Goldis / Associated Press Who is first in the general classification of the repechage? (@AleCimini) There is no easy answer to this question. If you ... -
Vancouver Canucks Have Good Off-Season Commercial Goals
After a revealing post-mortem press conference by Vancouver Canucks general manager Jim Benning where he promised an aggressive offseason, it’s never too early to speculate on ... -
Montreal Canadiens: Paul Byron – Regular waivers for playoff hero
I think we’ve all seen this goal a hundred times. We will probably see it a few thousand more times in the future. The incredible shorthanded ... -
Review of Packers’ Trading Outlook for Julio Jones
Imagine Aaron Rodgers returning with the Green Bay Packers and slinging assists to Davante Adams and Julio Jones. (Also, since you’re using your imagination, pretend there’s ... -
A take on the sport: the NBA and NHL playoffs. Baseball. Softball. The PGA. Yes it’s a really good weekend watching TV
A TIP ON SPORT ⢠There is an interesting aspect to weekends in Spokane this time of year. The city seems a little more empty than ... -
“The game takes a back seat. John Tavares injury eclipses Leafs’ first game loss to Canadiens
When John Tavares was still on the ice, much like a rag doll when lifted, all the hype surrounding the first playoff game between the Maple ... -
Kyle Dubas did his part to become Leafs contenders
When the Toronto Maple Leafs regressed last season, failing to advance past the prelims on their own patch of ice in the NHL Eastern Conference bubble, ... -
Orioles 1B / DH Chris Davis absent for the season
Orioles first baseman and designated hitter Chris Davis will miss the rest of the season after undergoing arthroscopic surgery on his left hip, by Roch Kubatko ... -
Canucks risk Demko’s development by leaving Ian Clark unsigned
If there was any doubt that the Vancouver Canucks were taking a huge risk by leaving goaltending coach Ian Clark unsigned, there’s no more. Like head ... -
Ranking five ways to free up ceiling space the Falcons need without a trade with Julio Jones
There is no specific number for how much ceiling space the Falcons need to open to sign their draft class and ensure they are in compliance ... -
Baylor allowing full capacity at outdoor events
The latest on the effects of the coronavirus epidemic on sports around the world: Baylor now allows 100% capacity for all outdoor sporting events on the ... -
Pro Sports Lockouts and Strikes Highlights
Here is an overview of lockouts and strikes in professional sports. A lockout is imposed by management or owners. A strike is initiated by the employees ... -
Fantasy Hockey: Top DraftKings NHL DFS Picks, Lineup Strategy Checklist for May 18
All three playoff games on Tuesday are included in featured contests at DraftKings. Note that the regular season meeting between the Flames and the Canucks is ... -
NY Rangers salary cap: cross the numbers
How much can the New York Rangers afford to spend this summer? It depends, but new team chairman and general manager Chris Drury will have some ... -
Roadrunners opens the postseason tournament, but to what end – and at what risk? | Roadrunners
âThere was a deal in place that gave us this opportunity to plan a fun tournament in which hopefully our guys will be competitive and hopefully ... -
Absences related to the NHL COVID protocol: 05/17/21
Each day, the NHL will publicly publish the list of players who are not available for their respective teams due to the COVID-19 protocol. Here is ... -
Nikita Kucherov hits the ground running, but has the Tampa Bay Lightning broken the rules too much?
Have the Tampa Bay Lightning and Nikita Kucherov played the rest of the NHL from the start? It didn’t take long for Tampa Bay Lightning winger ... -
15 years later: look back at the 2006 Stanley Cup playoffs: May 17, 2006
The Edmonton Oilers were at a peak. After falling behind 2-0 in their Western Conference semi-finals series, the Oilers went on to claim three straight victories ...