Logan Thompson gets traded to Capitals, keeps scheduled autograph session with Golden Knights fans

Pittsburgh Penguins' Prospect Tanner Howe InjuredPittsburgh Penguins' top forward prospect Tanner Howe, selected 46th overall in the 2024 NHL Draft, underwent successful reconstructive surgery to repair a torn ACL in his right knee, as announced by GM Kyle Dubas. The 19-year-old, who registered 18 goals and 46 points in the WHL this season, is expected to be sidelined for nine months, potentially returning by January 2026. Howe also represented Team Canada at the World Junior...

Goaltending plays a crucial role in a team's success, as seen with the Colorado Avalanche, who are benefitting from solid performances by Mackenzie Blackwood despite only winning one of their first three games against the Dallas Stars. In contrast, the Edmonton Oilers are struggling, highlighted by a recent 6-2 loss to the Los Angeles Kings, where former Avalanche goalie Calvin Pickard, who relieved Stuart Skinner, allowed two goals on three shots. This series is poised...

Day 5 of the NHL Stanley Cup playoffs featured significant player returns, highlighted by Gabriel Landeskog's first game in nearly three years for the Colorado Avalanche. The Washington Capitals defeated the Montreal Canadiens 3-1, with standout goaltender Logan Thompson achieving a .962 save percentage, while the Dallas Stars edged out the Avalanche 2-1 in overtime, taking a 2-1 series lead despite Landeskog's impactful return. The Los Angeles Kings triumphed over the Edmonton Oilers 6-2, with...

The Maple Leafs lead their playoff series against the Senators 2-0 for the first time since 2002, while the Senators host their first playoff game since 2017. The Leafs have capitalized on their power play, scoring four times on seven opportunities, highlighting the talent gap, particularly with stars like Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner. The Senators need to adjust their penalty-killing strategy and find ways to free Tim Stutzle from Toronto's defensive pressure to turn...

In Game 2 of the Western Conference quarterfinals, the Edmonton Oilers suffered a 6-2 loss to the Los Angeles Kings, prompting coach Kris Knoblauch to highlight that the team is undermining itself with mistakes rather than being outplayed. The Oilers' defense has allowed five power-play goals over two games, raising concerns about their goaltending and overall structure, especially in the absence of defenseman Mattias Ekholm. As the series progresses, Knoblauch acknowledged the need for improvements...