Brad Marchand OT Goal Powers Bruins Past Rangers in Game 1

Brad Marchand scored 15:40 into overtime to lift the Boston Bruins to a 3-2 victory over the New York Rangers in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Eastern Conference semifinal

Marcus Oduya and Marcus Kruger Push Blackhawks Past Red Wings

Johnny Oduya and Marcus Kruger scored in the third period while Corey Crawford made 20 saves in the Chicago Blackhawks 3-1 win over the Detroit Red Wings in their second-round series opener

Bruins Recover from 4-1 Deficit, Take Game 7 in OT

Patrice Bergeron scored Boston's last two goals, including the game-winner in overtime, as the Bruins recovered from a 4-1 deficit en route to a 5-4 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 7

James Reimer's Heroics Push Leafs to Game 6 Win Over Bruins

Tyler Bozak and Clarke MacArthur scored and James Reimer stopped 43 shots to help the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Boston Bruins 2-1 in Game 5

Craig Anderson Stops 33 Shots as Senators Advance to 2nd Round

Craig Anderson stopped 33 shots as the Ottawa Senators advanced to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs with a 6-1 rout of the injury-depleted Montreal Canadiens in Game 5

Three First-Time Finalists Fight it Out for Norris Trophy

Three first-time finalists will fight it out for the James Norris Memorial Trophy, which is handed to the defenseman that displays the 'greatest all-around ability' at the position

Chris Kunitz Nets Power-Play Goal in OT, Lifts Penguins past Islanders

Chris Kunitz scored his second power-play goal of the game in overtime as the Penguins defeated the Islanders, 5-4, to take a 2-1 lead in their Eastern Conference quarterfinal series

Mike Green Overtime Goal Lifts Caps Over Rangers in Game 2

Mike Green buried a power-play goal in overtime to carry the Washington Capitals to a 1-0 victory over the New York Rangers Saturday and a 2-0 lead in their Eastern Conference quarterfinal showdown

Sharks Blast Canucks in Series Opener

Dan Boyle and Logan Couture each had a goal and an assist, and Patrick Marleau pushed San Jose's lead to 3-1 for a win over the Vancouver Canucks

Avalanche Win 2013 NHL Draft Lottery

The Colorado Avalanche won the 2013 NHL Draft Lottery, getting a chance at offensive defenseman in Seth Jones. The 2013 NHL Draft will be held June 30 in New Jersey

Howard Signs 6-year Extension with Red Wings

The Detroit Red Wings locked up goaltender Jimmy Howard through 2018-19 to a $31.8 million deal. Howard made no secret of wanting to stay longer with his present team

Stars Trade Captain Brenden Morrow to Penguins

Rather than lose him for nothing next season, the Dallas Stars have traded captain Brenden Morrow to the Pittsburgh Penguins for prospect Joseph Morrow and a 2013 third-round pick

Struggling Lightning Fire Coach Guy Boucher

The Tampa Bay Lightning have dismissed coach Guy Boucher after losing 10 of last 14. The Lightning started the season with an impressive 6-1 record but posted a 7-16-1 mark since then

Yankee Stadium to Host Two NHL games in 2014

Yankee Stadium will host a pair of NHL games. The 2014 Coors Light NHL Stadium Series will feature the Rangers facing the Devils on Jan. 26th, and the Rangers will play the Islanders on Jan. 29th

Quick Work in Cage Pushes Kings Past Sharks

Jonathan Quick made 35 saves as the Kings opened their second-round series with a 2-0 victory over the Sharks. Slava Voynov and Mike Richards each had a goal and an assist for the Kings

Henrik Lundqvist Tallies Shutout as Rangers Force Game 7

Henrik Lundqvist tallied his seventh career playoff shutout to help the Rangers force a do-or-die showdown with a 1-0 win over the Capitals in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference quarterfinal

Dustin Penner Delivers Game-winner as Kings Oust Blues

Dustin Penner scored the go-ahead goal in the second period as the Kings advanced to the next round with a 2-1 win over the Blues in Game 6 of their Western Conference quarterfinal series

Sharks Sweep Canucks with Marleau's Overtime Goal

Patrick Marleau scored a power-play goal in OT to push the Sharks past the Canucks. Joe Thornton's shot hit off Cory Schneider when Marleau just got his stick on it for the series clinching goal

Tuukka Rask Stops 45 Shots as Bruins take 2-1 Series lead over Leafs

Tuukka Rask recorded 45 saves while Jaromir Jagr controlled the game as the Boston Bruins defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs, 5-2, to take a 2-1 lead in their Eastern Conference quarterfinal series

Joffrey Lupul Scores Two Goals as Maple Leafs Edge Bruins

Joffrey Lupul scored two goals and Phil Kessel added a decisive tally in the third as the Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Boston Bruins, 4-2, to tie the Eastern Conference quarterfinal series at 1-1

Craig Anderson Stops 48 Shots as Senators Top Canadiens

Goaltender Craig Anderson stopped a career playoff-high 48 shots to lead the Senators to a 4-2 win over the Canadiens in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference quarterfinal series

Wade Redden Breaks Playoff Slump, Lifts Bruins to Game 1 Win

Defenseman Wade Redden broke out of his postseason scoring slump, scoring his first Stanley Cup Playoff goal in six seasons to lift the Bruins to a 4-1 victory over the Maple Leafs in Game 1

Avalanche Fire Head Coach Joe Sacco After Failed Playoff Bid

The Colorado Avalanche have fired head coach Joe Sacco after the team failed to make it to the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the third straight season. The Avalanche hired Sacco in 2009

NHL Plans Six Outdoor Games in 2014

The NHL is planning to hold six outdoor games across North America in 2014. Sources said the NHL is in the final planning stages for a series of outdoor games, starting with the Winter Classic

Leafs' Joffrey Lupul Questions NHL Disciplinary Standards

Toronto Maple Leafs winger Joffrey Lupul is questioning the NHL's standards in suspending him two games for his hit on Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Victor Hedman

NHL Approves Realignment Plan for Next Season

The NHL will have four divisions and a new setup for the Stanley Cup playoffs next season after the league's Board of Governors approved the proposed realignment plan

Capitals Alex Ovechkin Credits Lundqvist for Rangers Playoff Win

Washington Capitals winger Alex Ovechkin insists that New York Rangers goaltender Henrik Lundqvist single-handedly eliminated them from the Stanley Cup Playoffs

Two Power-play Goals Lift Penguins Past Senators

The Pittsburgh Penguins recorded two power-play goals en route to a dominant 4-1 victory over the Ottawa Senators in Game 1 of their Stanley Cup Eastern Conference semifinal

Brooks Orpik's First Goal Lifts Penguins Past Islanders, into second round

Brooks Orpik picked a perfect time to score his first goal of the season, doing it in overtime to lift the Penguins to a series-clinching 4-3 win against the Islanders in Game 6

Islanders Center John Tavares picked as Hart Trophy finalist

Islanders center John Tavares has been picked as finalist for the Hart Trophy, awarded to the player judged to be the most valuable to his team. Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin are also finalists

Kyle Turris OT goal Powers Senators to 3-1 lead over Canadiens

Kyle Turris scored in overtime to carry the Ottawa Senators to a 3-2 victory over the Montreal Canadiens that gave them a 3-1 lead in their Eastern Conference quarterfinal series

Jean-Gabriel Pageau Hat Trick Powers Senators past Canadiens

Rookie center Jean-Gabriel Pageau recorded a hat trick as the Ottawa Senators trounced the Montreal Canadiens, 6-1, to grab a 2-1 lead in their Eastern Conference quarterfinal series

Islanders Make Adjustments to Upset Penguins

Kyle Okposo used his fighting and scoring skills, the latter being a late game-winning tally, to give New York Islanders a 4-3 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins. The win tied the playoff series 1-1

NHL Pits Blackhawks vs Penguins at Soldier Field in 2014

The Chicago Blackhawks and Pittsburgh Penguins will collide in an outdoor game at Soldier Field on March 1, 2014 as part of the 2014 Coors Light NHL Stadium Series

In a 'Flash', Ducks Rip Red Wings in Series Opener

Teemu Selanne scored the tiebreaking power-play goal early in the third period and Jonas Hiller made 21 saves as the Anaheim Ducks topped the Detroit Red Wings 3-1

Dallas Stars Dismiss GM Joe Nieuwendyk after Missing Playoffs

The Dallas Stars have fired Joe Nieuwendyk as general manager but the team has asked him to stay with the organization in another capacity that would be a good fit

Yale Wins First NCAA National Hockey Title

Yale exploded for three goals in the third period to turn a close fight into a rout, beating top seed Quinnipiac, 4-0, to win its first NCAA men's hockey national title

Cost of pricey Leafs tickets to increase by 2.5 percent next season

The already pricey tickets for Maple Leafs games have become more expensive as Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment announced that it will hike prices by 2.5 percent starting next season

Marc Staal's Eye Injury Induces More NHL Visor Debate

When New York Rangers defenseman Marc Staal was hit in the eye by a puck, it renewed whether a mandatory visor rule should be in effect in the NHL

Panthers center Stephen Weiss out for season due to wrist injury

Florida Panthers center Stephen Weiss is scheduled to undergo wrist surgery next week that would sideline him for about three months, effectively ending his frustrating season

Austria, Latvia, Slovenia Advance to 2014 Olympics Men's Hockey Event

The list of 12 qualifiers in men's hockey for the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics is now complete after Austria, Latvia and Slovenia booked the last three spots

Islanders Acquire Veteran Goalie Tim Thomas from Bruins

The Islanders have acquired Tim Thomas from the Bruins for a conditional second round pick in 2014 or 2015.Thomas could play with the Islanders or be dealt to another team looking for a goalie

Montreal Canadiens Pin Hopes on Healthy Markove and Gionta

The Montreal Canadiens are hoping the return of defenseman Andrei Markov and team captain Brian Gionta to full health will translate to something positive this upcoming NHL season

Truncated NHL Season Kicks Off with 13 Blockbuster Games

After three months of bickering and haggling, the much-awaited drop of the puck will finally happen when the NHL begins its truncated season with thirteen games

Ducks Hire Former Player Scott Niedermayer as Assistant Coach

The Anaheim Ducks have added their former player Scott Niedermayer as assistant coach, calling him a 'tremendous addition' to their coaching staff

Kings' Darryl Sutter to Use More Players in Shortened NHL Season

Kings coach Darryl Sutter sees the need to utilize plenty of players in the upcoming abbreviated NHL season. Sutter is the only current NHL coach who was a coach during the 48-game season in 1994-95

Henrik Zetterberg to Become Red Wings Captain

Henrik Zetterberg will be named the next captain of the Detroit Red Wings, replacing the retired Nicklas Lidstrom. This marks only the second time since 1986 that the Red Wings will have a new captain

Raleigh Businesses, Employees Feeling Impact of NHL Lockout

Raleigh's hotels, restaurants and other service industries have been hit the hardest by the NHL lockout. This was acknowledged by Harvey Schmidt, president of the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce

Despite NHL Lockout, Minor League Hockey Suffers Drop in Attendance

Instead of receiving a boost in attendance due to NHL lockout, the number of fans trooping to the East Coast Hockey League is still down

Canada's Junior Hockey Team Status Depends Largely on NHL Lockout

Canada's chances of winning the 2013 world junior hockey championships depend largely on the NHL lockout. If the labor impasse drags on, Canada will send one of the deepest and strongest team in the country's history

Several NHL Players Still Optimistic About Negotiations

Despite the ugly ending to latest negotiations between the NHL and the union, several players expressed optimism that the two sides will reach a new labor deal that will eventually end the lockout

NHL Rejects Latest Union Proposal, Season Now in Jeopardy

The NHL has rejected the union's latest proposal, hurting whatever remaining hopes of reaching a new labor agreement to end the lockout and salvaging the current season

Goalie Josh Harding to Continue Hockey Career Despite Multiple Sclerosis

Minnesota Wild goaltender Josh Harding plans to continue his playing career despite being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. The 28-year-old Harding wants to continue playing to create awareness

Goalie Rick DiPietro blames Islanders for career, life low points

Former Islanders goaltender Rick DiPietro admitted he had entertained suicidal thoughts over the past three years. He said injuries, losing and fan hatred made him think about killing himself at one point

Islanders Place Expensive Netminder Rick DiPietro on Waivers

The New York Islanders placed goaltender Rick DiPietro on waivers, relegating him to the minors where he could sharpen his game anew. DiPietro is expected to report to the team's AHL affiliate in Bridgeport if he clears waivers

Ducks extend goalie Viktor Fasth's contract by two years

The Anaheim Ducks have signed goalie Viktor Fasth to a two-year, $5.8 million contract extension. He will earn $2.4 million next season, and $3.4 million in 2014-15

Slumping Sabres fire head coach Lindy Ruff

The slumping Buffalo Sabres have relieved Lindy Ruff of his coaching duties, ending his 16-year tenure with the team. The Sabres decided to part ways with Ruff after 2-1 loss to the Winnipeg Jets

Senators owner calls Penguins' Matt Cooke a 'Goon'

Ottawa team owner Eugene Melnyk called Penguins' Matt Cooke a 'goon' after he cut Senators defenseman Erick Karlsson's Achilles tendon. Melnyk added that Cooke doesn't belong in the NHL

NHL and Players' Union Reach 'Tentative' Agreement on New Labor Deal

The NHL and the players' union have reached a tentative agreement on a new labor deal, signaling an end to a lockout that has shelved more than half of the regular season

Grimaldi, Gibson Star as US Bags Gold in World Junior Hockey

Rocco Grimaldi scored two goals in the second period while goalie John Gibson made 26 saves as the United States defeated Sweden, 3-1, to capture the gold medal in the 2013 IIHF World Junior Championship

NHL, Players' Union Discuss Expanding Playoffs to 20 Teams

Apart from trying to reach a new collective bargaining agreement, the NHL and the players' union are also discussing the possibility of expanding the playoffs to 20 teams

NHL Players Approve Authorization to Dissolve Union

In an overwhelming vote, the NHL Players' Association has authorized its executive board to file a disclaimer of interest that will effectively dissolve the union

NHL Sets 'Point of No-Return' Mid-January

NHL Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly has declared that the season's 'point of no return' will be mid-January, adding that more games will be shelved before Christmas as the labor dispute continues

Hall of Famer Ted Lindsay Defends Bettman

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman got some support recently from what might seem like an unlikely person, Hockey Hall of Famer and union pioneer Ted Lindsay

NHL Too Expensive for Canadians According to Survey

A recent survey reveals that 61% of the adult Canadians have not attended an NHL hockey game since 2007 because of the high costs

Blackhawks Center Bolland Remorseful After Retweeting Post

Calling it a mistake, Chicago Blackhawks center Dave Bolland is remorseful after retweeting a post that called for NHL commissioner Gary Bettman's death

NHL Cancels Regular Season Games through Dec. 14, All-Star Game

With the NHL and the union 'far apart' in negotiations, the league has shelved the regular season games through Dec. 14 and the Jan. 27 All-Star Game

NHL Realignment Pending Approval from Executives and Players

A playoff realignment plan detailed in a recent NHL memo sent to all 30 clubs calls for divisional playoffs, not conference playoffs as the NHL currently has

Mike Eruzione's 'Miracle On Ice' jersey and stick sold for almost $1 million

Mike Eruzione's jersey and stick that he used during the 1980 US hockey team's 'Miracle On Ice' victory over heavy favorite Russia have been sold for almost $1 million in an auction conducted by Heritage Auctions

Chicago Blackhawks set NHL mark with win

The Chicago Blackhawks set an NHL record for the best start to a season, beating the San Jose Sharks 2-1 to give them at least one point in their first 17 games

Documentary Exposes The NHL's Culture Of Violence

NHL hockey heavyweights have been bringing crowds to their feet for decades. But as a new docu-drama shows, there's more strategy behind these fights than meets the eye

Raunchy 'Harlem Shake' rendition sidelines high school hockey team

Raunchy 'Harlem Shake' rendition sidelines New York high school hockey team. The students were forced to pull out of a play-off game because of the Youtube video

NHL and Players Union Resume Negotiations

The NHL and the Players' Association have resumed negotiations in a renewed effort to end the labor impasse and salvage a 48-game NHL season

NHL Confirms Comprehensive Proposal to Players Union

The NHL has confirmed that it has submitted a 'comprehensive proposal for a successor CBA' to the NHL Players' Association, including a revised offer on players' contracts

Coaches and Players Embarrassed as NHL Lockout Drags On

New Jersey Devils general manager Lou Lamoriello could not help but voice his frustration on seeing the NHL lockout reach its 102nd day

NHL Launches Two Legal Maneuvers Regarding Lockout

The NHL has started two legal maneuvers in connection with the ongoing labor impasse, filing a class action complaint before the New York Federal Court to seek declaration that the ongoing lockout is legal

Sidney Crosby Feels Parties in NHL Talks Not Making Sense

Penguins captain Sidney Crosby expressed disappointment by the way the NHL-NHLPA negotiations are turning out. The NHL and NHLPA met with federal mediators, but sat in separate rooms

NHL Lockout: Canadian Beer Sales Down

The NHL Lockout's effects are being felt far beyond the ice. Beer sales in Canada are down!!!! Say it ain't so, eh?!

Canadian Adult Shops Industry Booming During NHL Lockout

The NHL lockout isn't all bad. According to sex store owners in Canada, hockey fans are finding other ways to keep busy without the game

Scott Niedermayer Modest About Hockey Hall of Fame Honor

Scott Niedermayer's name has often been mentioned among prospective inductees for 2013 Hall of Fame. But the No. 3 pick in the 1991 draft has been reluctant to tout personal accolades

Wings Defenseman Ian White Calls NHL Boss Gary Bettman 'Idiot'

Furious over the prolonged NHL lockout, Detroit Red Wings defenseman Ian White lashed out at commissioner Gary Bettman, calling him an idiot for damaging the game

Devils' Ilya Kovalchuk to Play in Russia During Lockout

New Jersey Devils superstar winger Ilya Kovalchuk will see action in the Kontinental Hockey League in his native Russia during the NHL lockout

NHL Imposes League-Wide Lockout after CBA Talks Fail

The NHL imposed a league-wide lockout after the league and its players failed to come up with a new collective bargaining agreement

Shane Doan Signs Four-Year, $21.2M Deal with Coyotes

Forward Shane Doan will stay with the Phoenix Coyotes for four more years, signing a fresh deal worth $21.2 million, including a $2 million signing bonus

Winger Alex Burrows Inks Four-Year Pact with Canucks

Winger Alex Burrows has agreed to a four-year, $18 million contract extension with the Vancouver Canucks, ensuring his stint with the team through the 2016-17 season

Forward Troy Brouwer Inks Three-Year Extension with Capitals

Troy Brouwer has signed a three-year, $11 million contract extension with the Washington Capitals, staying with the team that made great strides last season and is expected to excel again this season

NHL and Players Union Exchange Latest Labor Proposals

Three days before the league imposes a lockout, the NHL and the players union met and exchanged proposals in an effort to reach a collective bargaining agreement and avoid a labor impasse

Players Wouldn't Be Only Ones Affected by NHL Lockout

Things don't look good for the NHL with a contract deadline looming about two weeks away and no talks scheduled after a recent breakdown in negotiations

Rangers-Bruins to Clash on Thanksgiving Day

The New York Rangers and the Boston Bruins are scheduled to open the 2011-2012 NHL seasons on November 23, a date that could be delayed due to a looming labor lockout

Kings Forward Kevin Westgarth Claims NHL Lockout 'Foreseeable'

With the way negotiations are going between NHL owners and players, Los Angeles Kings forward Kevin Westgarth said 'it's foreseeable for them to lock us out again'

Sabres Add Grit: Ink Patrick Kaleta to Multi-Year Pact

Buffalo further added grit this offseason by agreeing to terms with forward Patrick Kaleta on a multi-year contract

Hurricanes Extend Defenseman Jay Harrison for Three Years

Carolina Hurricanes handed defenseman Jay Harrison a three-year contract extension, keeping a 'consistent, steadying presence for their defense for the next four seasons'

Oilers Sign No. 1 Pick Nail Yakupov to Entry-Level Deal

The Edmonton Oilers signed No. 1 overall pick Nail Yakupov to a three-year, entry level contract, expecting the Russian right winger to be an integral part of the team for many years

Blue Jackets Send Rick Nash to Rangers

The Columbus Blue Jackets traded Rick Nash to the New York Rangers in exchange for three players and a 2013 first-round draft pick who can help them rebuild

NHL Top Brass and Players Union Meet Again

A day after the NHL cancelled the first two weeks of the regular season, the league's top brass and representatives from the players' union discussed ways to move the process towards ending the lockout

NHL Cancels First Two Weeks of Season Due to Labor Dispute

With core economic issues out of the agenda, no ground was covered during the resumption of talks between the NHL and the players union

NHL and Players Fail to Cover Ground in Resumption of Talks

With core economic issues out of the agenda, no ground was covered during the resumption of talks between the NHL and the players union

NHL Cancels Preseason Games Ahead of Resumption of Talks

The NHL has shelved the remaining 46 preseason games ahead of resumption of collective-bargaining talks

NHL Orders Pay Cuts, Four-Day Work-Week for Employees

The NHL will implement an across-the-board 20-percent pay cut and a four-day work-week for all of its employees in the aftermath of the lockout

Bruins Sign Tyler Seguin to Six-year Contract Extension

After leading the team in scoring last season, the Boston Bruins have rewarded young forward Tyler Seguin a six-year extension that will net him an average of $5.75 million per season

NHL Players Union to Use Quebec Labor Law to Stop Lockout on Canadiens

If needed, the NHL Players' Association said Quebec labor law can be used to prevent team owners from locking out Montreal Canadiens' players

Despite Looming NHL Lockout, Red Wings Start Preparation

Despite a looming NHL lockout, it was business as usual for Detroit Red Wings coach Mike Babcock, overseeing the team's informal practice

Daniel Alfredsson to Return for 17th NHL Season With Senators

Ottawa Senators captain Daniel Alfredsson is raring and ready to start his 17th season in the NHL. Alfredsson will return to the Senators, the only team he has played for professionally

Defenseman Tobaias Enstrom Inks Five-Year Deal with Jets

Defenseman Tobias Enstrom signed a five-year deal worth $28.75 million with the Winnipeg Jets, believing the team can go places next season

Panthers, Kris Versteeg Agree on Four-year Deal

Forward Kris Versteeg's days as an NHL journeyman are over after he reached a four-year deal with the Florida Panthers worth $17.6 million

Gagner Agrees to One-Year Deal with Oilers

Center Sam Gagner sees his fresh one-year deal worth $3.2 million as an opportunity to prove himself as a solid NHL player that would pave a way for a long-term partnership with the Edmonton Oilers

Blues Ink Oshie to Five-Year Contract

The St. Louis Blues and center T.J. Oshie avoided salary arbitration after they agreed to a five-year deal Friday with an average salary of $4.175 million

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman Claims 82-Game Season Unrealistic

With the union not responding to the league's latest offer as the deadline approaches, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said the possibility of saving an 82-game season is now bleak

Hockey Great Scott Niedermayer Heads Canada's Sports HOF inductees

Hockey legend Scott Niedermayer led eight other sports greats who were inducted into Canada's Sports Hall of Fame

The Puck Stops Here: How to Convert Your Wife to Golf

I have a message for NHL owners and players currently locked in a tussle that threatens to wipe out the entire season: Take all the time you need. The longer the strike, the more time I have to convert my wife to golf

Modano, Olczyk, Lamoriello Inducted into US Hockey Hall of Fame

Mike Modano has been inducted into the US Hockey Hall of Fame together with 16-year veteran Ed Olczyk and Devils general manager Lou Lamoriello

NHL Makes New Offer To Players: Proposes 50-50 Split

The NHL extended a new offer to the players that includes a 50-50 split of hockey revenues and a plan to play the entire 82-game schedule

Calgary Flames Players Pull Out of Team Charity Golf Event

Calgary Flames players have pulled out en masse from the team's annual charity golf event to attend the hastily-called NHL Player Association meeting

Forward Marchand Agrees to Four-year Extension with Bruins

The Boston Bruins have signed forward Brad Marchand to a four-year contract extension worth $4.5 million annually, keeping him through the 2016-17 season

No Lockout Worries Yet for Vancouver's Malhotra

A stalemate in the collective bargaining agreement talks between the NHL and players has arrived but Vancouver Canucks forward Manny Malhotra isn't overly concerned

Rangers Sign Blueliner Anton Stralman to Two-Year Deal

After failing to acquire top defenseman Shea Weber from the free-agent market, the New York Rangers settled for a fresh two-year contract worth $3.4 million with blueliner Anton Stralman to avoid arbitration

Predators Match $110M Offer Sheet to Shea Weber

The Nashville Predators will not let another prized player get away after losing Ryan Suter to free agency, matching the Flyers offer sheet to Shea Weber

Defenseman Kyle Quincey Stays with Red Wings

Free agent defenseman Kyle Quincey will stay with the Detroit Red Wings after signing a two-year deal reportedly worth $7.55 million

Devils Bring Back Scott Stevens as Assistant Coach

Though often credited with his game-changing hard check as a player, Scott Stevens' return to the Devils could boost the club - only this time from the bench after being named to the New Jersey coaching staff

Brooklyn's Barclays Center Ready to Host Islanders

The Barclays Center in Brooklyn is ready to play host to the New York Islanders after the team's contract with Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum expires in 2015

Jets Bolster Depth with Kyle Wellwood Re-signing

After seeing a brilliant performance last season and a potential to further improve, the Winnipeg Jets brought back veteran center Kyle Wellwood to bolster the lineup

NHL Owners Propose 11-Percent Drop in Players' Revenue Share

NHL team owners have presented an initial proposal that calls for a drastic drop in players' share of hockey-related revenue from 57 percent to 46 percent

Former Thrashers Prospect Saponari Ready to Take Off with Jets

A former pick of the Atlanta Thrashers in 2008, Vinny Saponari has been given a second chance to fulfill his NHL dream as he fights for a spot in the Winnipeg Jets lineup

Matt Carle Returns to Lightning

The Tampa Bay Lightning have signed defenseman Matt Carle to a six-year contract

Wild Land Zach Parise and Ryan Suter

The Minnesota Wild have landed two of the biggest free agents in the market, signing forward Zach Parise and defenseman Ryan Suter to 13-year deals worth $98 million

NHL and Players Union Set Salary Cap at $70.2M

Before starting negotiations for a new collective bargaining agreement, the NHL and the players union announced an increase in salary cap to $70.2 million

Goalie Tuukka Rask Signs One-Year Deal with Bruins

Goalkeeper Tuukka Rask has signed a one-year, $3.5 million contract with the Boston Bruins, expecting to be the team's regular starter next season

NHL Union Head Don Fehr Hopes League Will Not Lock Out Players

The new head of the National Hockey League Players Association, Don Fehr, is optimistic that the league will not lock out its players if a new collective bargaining agreement isn't reached by September 15

Flames Extend Qualifying Offers to Five Restricted Free Agents

The Calgary Flames have extended qualifying offers to five restricted free agents Monday after beefing up their developmental system with seven new recruits from the NHL Draft

Oilers Make Yakupov Overall Top Pick

The Edmonton Oilers kept the No. 1 overall pick and opted for the most coveted forward in the 2012 NHL Draft- - Nail Yakupov, while defensemen went early and often in Round 1

Blue Jackets Pick Goalie Oscar Dansk in 2nd Round of 2012 NHL Draft

The Columbus Blue Jackets added another goaltender to their line-up, taking Swedish goalie Oscar Dansk as the 31st overall pick in the second round of the NHL Draft

Maple Leafs Trade Defenseman Luke Schenn to Flyers

Another reunion of brothers happened when the Philadelphia Flyers acquired defenseman Luke Schenn from the Toronto Maple Leafs in exchange for forward James van Riemsdyk

Capitals Sign First-Round Pick Filip Forsberg to Entry-Level Deal

The Washington Capitals have signed Filip Forsberg, their 11th overall pick in the 2012 Draft, to a three-year, entry-level contract

Veteran Right Wing Selanne Stays with Ducks for One More Year

Veteran right wing Teemu Selanne is returning to the Anaheim Ducks for his 20th season in the NHL, signing a one-year contract reportedly worth $4.5 million

Lightning Reward Teddy Purcell with 3-year Extension

The Tampa Bay Lightning rewarded unheralded right wing Teddy Purcell with a three-year contract extension worth $13.5 million after a breakout season

Stars Sign Jaromir Jagr to One-Year Deal

The Dallas Stars have strengthened their power play with the signing of veteran right wing Jaromir Jagr. Jagr agreed to a one-year, $4.55 million deal with the Stars

Canadiens Sign Goalie Carey Price to Six-Year, $39M Deal

The Montreal Canadians have given goaltender Carey Price a six-year contract extension worth $39-million

Goalie Jonathan Quick Signs 10-year Extension with Kings

Jonathan Quick will be minding the net for the Los Angeles Kings for 10 more years. The 2012 Stanley Cup champions have signed Quick to a 10-year contract extension

Crosby Agrees to 12-year, $104.4M Extension with Penguins

Sidney Crosby has agreed to a 12-year, $104.4 million contract extension with the Pittsburgh Penguins, keeping the high-scoring center through the 2024-25 season

Bruins Goalie Tim Thomas Waives No-trade Clause

After expressing his intent not to play next season, Boston Bruins goalie Tim Thomas has waived his no-trade clause, paving the way for his inclusion in deals leading to the NHL Draft

Canucks Look to Move Up From 26th Position in NHL Draft

Determined to form a formidable team for next season, the Vancouver Canucks are doing everything they can to move up from the team's 26th position in the NHL draft. The Canucks are reportedly working on a deal with the Toronto Maple Leafs

Blues Re-Sign Defenseman Barret Jackman to Three-Year Pact

Despite struggling in the playoffs, the St. Louis Blues have re-signed Barret Jackman to a three-year, $9.5 million contract

Red Wings Sign Forward Darren Helm to Four-Year Extension

The Detroit Red Wings have signed speedy forward Darren Helm to a four-year extension worth $8.5 million

NHL Could Take Over Cash-Strapped Devils in August

New Jersey Devils owner Jeff Vanderbeek has until August 14 to pay $77 million debt to investors to keep the NHL from taking over the Stanley Cup finalist

NHL and Players' Union Mum on New Agreement

The National Hockey League and the players union are mum on whether a new collective bargaining agreement will be reached in time to start the season as scheduled

Devils GM Lou Lamoriello Elected to US Hockey Hall of Fame

New Jersey Devils general manager Lou Lamoriello has been elected to the United States Hockey Hall of Fame, together with scorers Mike Modano and Ed Olczyk

Lightning Sign Goaltender Lindback to Two-Year Deal

The Tampa Bay Lightning have locked up netminder Anders Lindback with a two-year deal worth $3.9 million

Goalie Al Montoya Inks One-Year Pact with Jets

Former first-round selection Al Montoya will guard the goal for the Winnipeg Jets next season after he signed a one-year, $601,000 contract wth the team

Sticking with Jersey: Brodeur Inks Two-Year Deal with Devils

Veteran goalie Martin Brodeur has agreed to stay with Stanley Cup runner-up New Jersey Devils, signing a two-year contract worth $9 million

Flames Acquire, Sign Dennis Wideman to Long-Term Deal

The Calgary Flames wasted no time in signing defenseman Dennis Wideman after acquiring him via trade from the Washington Capitals

Adam Oates Named Caps Coach, Among Group Elected to Hall of Fame

After he was named new head coach of the Washington Capitals, Adam Oates was elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2012 alongside Pavel Bure, Joe Sakic and Mats Sundin

Rangers, Sharks Among Teams Interested in Jackets' Rick Nash

At least 10 teams have reportedly expressed interest in luring captain Rick Nash from the Columbus Blue Jackets. NHL sources indicate seven teams have engaged in significant trade conversations

Canadiens Hire Gallant and Jodoin as Assistants to Therrien

The Montreal Canadiens have tapped veteran junior hockey mentor Gerard Gallant and Clement Jodoin as assistants to Michel Therrien

Lightning Deal for Predators Backup Goalie Anders Lindback

The Tampa Bay Lightning beefed up their defense by acquiring backup goalie Anders Lindback from the Nashville Predators

Devils Star Zach Parise Could Receive Wild Offer

The Minnesota Wild will aggressively pursue New Jersey Devils captain and soon-to-be free-agent winger Zach Parise, a reliable league source reported

Martin Brodeur to Decide on Potential Return By July 1

Veteran goaltender Martin Brodeur has given himself until July 1 to make a firm decision if he will return to the New Jersey Devils or test the free-agent market next season

Zach Parise, Bryce Salvador Goals Lift Devils Over Kings

Zach Parise scored on a power play in the first period and Bryce Salvador tacked on a second period tally, lifting the Devils to a 2-1 win over the Kings in game five of the Stanley Cup finals

Jeff Carter OT Goal Lifts Kings over Devils

The streaking Kings are heading home with a chance to win the Stanley Cup at Staples Center thanks to Jeff Carter's gutsy goal with 6:18 remaining in overtime as the Kings topped Devils 2-1

Red Wings Defenseman Nicklas Lidstrom to Retire

Detroit Red Wings defenseman Nicklas Lidstrom retires after two decades in the NHL

Staples Center Officials Defend Decision to Bar Charlie Sheen from Re-Entering Arena

Staples Center management defended its decision to bar actor Charlie Sheen from re-entering the arena during Game 4 of the Stanley Cup finals after he went outside to smoke a cigarette

2012 Stanley Cup Finals: Game 2 Preview

Larry Murphy previews Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals

Kings Take Stanley Cup Opener Behind Anze Kopitar OT Tally

Anze Kopitar scored the game-winning goal eight minutes into the overtime period as the Kings eked out a 2-1 victory over the Devils in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals

Henrique Helps Devils Stave Off Kings Sweep

Adam Henrique delivered the eventual winner with 4:31 to play en route to a Devils' 3-1 win over the Kings in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Finals

Kings Blank Devils 4-0 in Game 3; One Win from First Stanley Cup

Alec Martinez, Anze Kopitar, Jeff Carter and Justin Williams scored and goalkeeper Jonathan Quick tallied 22 saves as the Kings blanked the Devils, 4-0, to move within one game of a sweep

Rested Devils Ready for Kings in Stanley Cup Finals

Giving his team a regular day off between games to battle fatigue has paid off for Devils head coach Peter DeBoer. The Devils should be rested and ready when they face the Kings in the Stanley Cup finals

Devils Net Pair in Third Period, Edge Rangers In Game 5

The New Jersey Devils blew a three-goal lead but bounced back with two crucial goals in the third period to escape the New York Rangers, 5-3 in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals

Brodeur, Parise Power Devils Past Rangers; Knot Series 2-2

Martin Brodeur again defied his age while Zach Parise had two goals to lift the Devils past the Rangers, 4-1, knotting the Eastern Conference finals series at 2-2

Rangers Outlast Devils: Regain Control of Eastern Conference Finals

Dan Girardi and Chris Kreider scored goals to lead the New York Rangers to a 3-0 victory over the New Jersey Devils in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals

Coyotes Shut Down Kings, Keep Stanley Cup Hopes Alive

Shane Doan scored two goals and the Phoenix Coyotes kept their flickering Stanley Cup hopes alive with a 2-0 win over the Los Angeles Kings Sunday in Game 4 of the Western Conference finals

Surging Kings Break Coyotes to Take 3-0 Series Lead

Dwight King's game-winner in the third period gave the Los Angeles Kings a 2-1 victory over the Coyotes in Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals

Road-Tested Kings Rout Coyotes for 2-0 Series Lead

The Kings are heading home with a 2-0 lead in the Western Conference Finals thanks to Jeff Carter, who recorded his first career playoff hat trick in Los Angeles' 4-0 rout of the Phoenix Coyotes

Devils Edge Rangers 3-2: Even Series at 1-1

After being shutout in the series opener, the Devils offense awoke with David Clarkson scoring the eventual winner in the third period, and New Jersey held on to beat the New York Rangers 3-2 in Game 2

Lundqvist Blanks Devils, Rangers Take 1-0 Series Lead

Henrik Lundqvist stopped 21 shots as the New York Rangers blanked the New Jersey Devils 3-0 in the opening game of the Eastern Conference finals

Kings Remain Rulers of the Road with Win at Phoenix

Dustin Brown scored the game-winner early in the third period and Dwight King scored twice as Los Angeles topped the Phoenix Coyotes, 4-2, in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals

Morris and Hanzal Goals Lift Coyotes Past Predators

Derek Morris and Martin Hanzal scored in the second period, leading the Phoenix Coyotes to a 2-1 win over the Nashville Predators in Game 5

Kings Advance to Western Conference Finals in Sweep of Blues

Dustin Brown scored two goals and Jonathan Quick made 23 saves as the Los Angeles Kings advanced to the Western Conference finals with a 3-1 victory over the St. Louis Blues

Kings Thump Blues: Take Commanding 3-0 Series Lead

Drew Doughty had a goal and two assists, helping push the Los Angeles Kings to the brink of the Western Conference finals with a 4-2 rout of the St. Louis Blues

Third Period The Charm For Devils in 4-1 Win Over Flyers

The New Jersey Devils played desperate hockey and were rewarded with a 4-1 win over the Philadelphia Flyers to even the Eastern Conference Semifinal at 1-1

Briere OT Goal Lifts Flyers Past Devils 4-3

Danny Briere's goal 4:36 into OT gives the Philadelphia Flyers a 4-3 win against the New Jersey Devils in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference Semifinal

Staal Overtime Goal Lifts Rangers over Capitals in Game 5

The New York Rangers stole game five of their Eastern Conference playoff series vs. the Washington Capitals Monday, as Marc Staal's drive careened off a defender and went into the netting, setting off a wild celebration for the Blueshirts, who won 3-2 in overtime

Mike Green's Late Power-Play Goal Lifts Capitals Over Rangers

Mike Green's blast with 5:48 remaining in regulation lifted the Washington Capitals to a 3-2 win over the New York Rangers to knot their series at two games apiece

Rangers Win 3 OT Thriller Over Caps

Marian Gaborik scored 14:41 into the third overtime period as the New York Rangers edged the Washington Capitals, 2-1, in Game 3 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series

Alex Ovechkin Nets Winner As Caps Knot Series with Rangers

Alex Ovechkin scored on a power play with 7:27 remaining, lifting the Washington Capitals to a 3-2 win over the New York Rangers

Rangers Take Opener from Capitols

Chris Kreider scored the game winner seven minutes into the third period to lead New York to a 3-1 victory over the Washington Capitals in Game One of their Eastern Conference semifinal series

Devils Defeat Flyers 4-2 on Brodeur's 40th

The New Jersey Devils are one win away from the Eastern Conference finals after overcaming a two-goal deficit to defeat the Philadelphia Flyers 4-2 in Game 4

Coyotes Blank Predators, Take 3-1 Series Lead

The Phoenix Coyotes took a commanding 3-1 series lead thanks to a sterling goaltending by Mike Smith, who made 25 saves in a 1-0 shutout win over the Nashville Predators

Devils Earn 4-3 OT Victory Over Flyers

Alexei Ponikarovsky's overtime goal was the deciding factor as the Devils defeated the Flyers, 4-3, to take a 2-1 lead in their Eastern Conference semifinal series

Kings Continue Road Success Blitzing Blues

Anze Kopitar scored a pair of goals to lead the Los Angeles Kings to a 5-2 victory over the St. Louis Blues in Game 2 of their Western Conference semifinal series

Stanley Cup Conference Semifinals Now Set

With the Rangers and Devils Game 7 victories in the Eastern Conference quarterfinal series, the second round of the 2012 Stanley Cup Playoffs are now set. Here's a look at the matchups

Devils Force Game 7 vs Panthers

Travis Zajac saved the Devils season by scoring 5:39 into overtime as New Jersey evened its best-of-seven series with the Florida Panthers, 3-2 in Game 6

Flyers Finish Off Penguins with Rout

The Philadelphia Flyers built a 3-0 lead and went on to defeat the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-1 and win their Eastern Conference playoff opening-round series 4-2

Blues Use Third-Period Flurry to Oust Sharks in First-Round

The Blues are back in the conference semifinals after scoring three unanswered goals in the third period to finish off the Sharks 3-1 in Game 5 of their Western Conference quarterfinals

Brodeur Bounces Back: Devils Goalie Nets Another Playoff Shutout

What makes Martin Brodeur one of the all-time great NHL goalies is his ability to bounce back after a rare poor outing. Brodeur did just that posting a shutout in the Devils win over Florida

Rinne Stops 42 Shots, Predators Edge Red Wings for 2-1 Series Lead

Pekka Rinne recorded 41 saves and Sergei Kostitsyn scored a crucial goal in the third period as the Nashville Predators came through with a 3-2 victory against the Detroit Red Wings

Lundqvist Shines as Rangers Top Senators for Series Lead

Brian Boyle pounced on a rebound off the side of the goal and slipped a backhander past Ottawa goalie Craig Anderson at 7:35 of the final period, giving the Rangers a 1-0 win over the Ottawa Senators

Caps Edge Bruins, Knot Series 1-1 Behind Backstrom's 2OT Tally

Nicklas Backstrom slotted a slapshot into the net in the second overtime as the Washington Capitals edged the Boston Bruins to level their first-round Eastern Conference series at one game apiece

Braden Holtby to Start in Between Pipes for Caps vs Bruins

After impressively backstopping the Capitals down the stretch, Washington is hoping rookie Braden Holtby will maintain his stellar run and lead the team deep into the playoffs

Gritty Lundqvist, Rangers Force Game 7 vs Senators

The New York Rangers scored three second period goals and held off a late Ottawa Senators charge to win game six of the Eastern Conference playoffs, 3-2

Senators Stun Rangers Again in Game Five

No. 8 seeds are not supposed to beat No. 1 seeds in the NHL playoffs, yet that's just what might happen for the Ottawa Senators who edged the New York Rangers 2-0 in game five to take a 3-2 series lead

Coyotes Forward Raffi Torres Slapped with 25-Game Suspension

Phoenix Coyotes forward Raffi Torres was handed a 25-game suspension by the NHL for a hit to the head of Chicago Blackhawks forward Marian Hossa

Torres Suspended Indefinitely After Knocking Out Hossa

Phoenix Coyotes forward Raffi Torres has been suspended indefinitely for brutally knocking out Chicago's Marian Hossa

Coyotes Top Blackhawks in OT; Hossa Hospitalized After Hit

Mikkel Boedker scored 13:14 into overtime, lifting the Phoenix Coyotes to a 3-2 decision over the Chicago Blackhawks, in Game 3 of their Western Conference quarterfinal series

Hanzal OT Tally Lifts Coyotes Over Blackhawks for Series Lead

Martin Hanzal provided the winner 9:29 into overtime to lift the Phoenix Coyotes past the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2

Ryan Callahan Leads Rangers Past Senators in Series Opener

Ryan Callahan scored midway through the first period, Marian Gaborik and Brian Boyle tacked on tallies in the second and the New York Rangers went on to defeat the Ottawa Senators 4-2 in an Eastern Conference playoff opener

Canucks Win President's Cup Enter Stanley Cup Playoffs as Top Seed

The Vancouver Canucks were the NHL's best team during the regular season but that won't mean much to them if they can't top it off with a Stanley Cup

Stoll Scores in OT as Kings Send Canucks Packing

The Vancouver Canucks were the NHL's best team in the regular season, that doesn't mean much after an early playoff ouster

Fleury Stops 24 Shots, Penguins Stay Alive vs Flyers

Goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury stopped 24 shots as the Pittsburgh Penguins staved off elimination with a 3-2 victory against the Philadelphia Flyers in Game 5 of their Eastern Conference opening round showdown

Predators Oust Red Wings from Playoffs

The Predators finally defeated the Detroit Red Wings for the first time in three playoff series with David Legwand scoring the winner 13 seconds into the third period en route to Nashville's 2-1 win

Daniel Sedin's Return Sparks Canucks Past Kings

Daniel Sedin returned from a concussion to spark the Vancouver Canucks to a 3-1 win over the Los Angeles Kings Wednesday in Game 4 of their Western Conference quarterfinal series

Dustin Brown Sparkles as Kings Top Canucks for 2-0 Series Lead

Dustin Brown scored a pair of short-handed goals, tying an NHL record, helping the L.A. Kings to a 4-2 playoff upset of the top-seeded Vancouver Canucks in Game 2 of the Western Conference quarterfinal series

Penguins Erupt for 10 Goals, Stay Alive With Rout of Flyers

The Pittsburgh Penguins' season continues, for at least one more game. There will be a game five after their 10-3 drubbing of the Philadelphia Flyers in an Eastern Conference first-round series

Flyers Punish Penguins to Take Commanding 3-0 Lead

Danny Briere scored a pair of goals in the first period to lift the Philadelphia Flyers to an 8-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game 3 of their Eastern Conference quarterfinal matchup

Dustin Penner Helps Kings Topple Canucks in Series Opener

After struggling offensively all season, Dustin Penner delivered the eventual winner with 3:14 remaining and the L.A. Kings stunned the Vancouver Canucks 4-2, in Game 1 of a Western Conference quarterfinal series

Rangers Edge Flyers in Winter Classic

Everyone Knows Claude Giroux's Name in Philly

Radim Vrbata Keeping Phoenix Coyotes Near Top of Pacific

Flyers Chemistry Helping Team Take Off

Montreal Canadiens Hopes for Big Season Riding on Goalie Carey Price

NHL Great Mike Modano Retires After 21 Seasons

Calgary Flames Hope to Start New Season Like They Ended Last One: Hot

Canucks Focused on Another Shot at Stanley Cup

Forbes Lists Maple Leafs as Most Valuable NHL Franchise

Red Wings Ageless Wonder Lidstrom Keeps Team On Winning Path

CBC Distancing Itelf from Don Cherry's Over Hockey Fighting Comments

Penguins Put Sidney Crosby on Injured Reserve to Start Season

Veteran Forward Owen Nolan Looking for One More Shot with Canucks

Top Leafs Prospect Jake Gardiner Has Learned Defense Quickly

NHL Adopts Four Conference Realignment Plan

Maple Leafs Forward Phil Kessel Out in Front in NHL All Star Voting

Defending Stanley Cup Champ Bruins Back in Title Form With 10-Game Winning Streak

Senators Goalie Lehner Says He Will be Patient

Rebuilding Ottawa Senators Look to Bounce Back From Poor Season

Can the Winnipeg Jets Win?

Chelios, Tkachuk, Suter Among U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Inductees