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With less than a week left in the regular season, the Stanley Cup Playoffs field is almost set, with only four spots remaining. In the Eastern Conference, the Washington Capitals have secured the top seed, likely facing the Montreal Canadiens in the first round. Meanwhile, in the West, the Minnesota Wild, St. Louis Blues, Edmonton Oilers, and Calgary Flames are competing for three spots, with the Flames currently falling behind. The postseason will begin on...

Alex Ovechkin scored career goal No. 895 on Sunday, surpassing Wayne Gretzky as the NHL's all-time goal scorer with a slapshot past New York Islanders goaltender Ilya Sorokin. The milestone was celebrated with cheers from the crowd, a ceremony on the ice with Gretzky passing the torch, and heartfelt speeches from both legends. Ovechkin expressed gratitude to his teammates, family, and fans, acknowledging their support in achieving this historic accomplishment. Full Article

Montreal signed former top five pick Ivan Demidov after his KHL season ended, but he may not have an immediate impact this fantasy season due to visa issues. Demidov, a highly skilled Russian forward, is projected to be a point-per-game player with a high shot rate and strong defensive abilities, making him a potential first-round fantasy draft pick in the future. His long-term value in fantasy hockey leagues is highly recommended, with projections placing him...

In the NHL, Spencer Knight has shown potential as the Chicago Blackhawks' new goalie despite playing behind a struggling team, with recent solid performances offset by inconsistent results. Meanwhile, the Anaheim Ducks have shown improvement with two consecutive wins and rookie Cutter Gauthier's strong play, providing hope for the future. In Detroit, Elmer Soderblom is a deep league option with intriguing size and skill, showing flashes of offense despite injury concerns, and potential for growth...

The Vancouver Canucks made NHL history by erasing a three-goal deficit in the final minutes to defeat the Dallas Stars in overtime, becoming the first team to accomplish such a feat. Despite being down 5-2, the Canucks rallied with late goals and ultimately secured a crucial victory to keep their playoff hopes alive. The stunning comeback mirrored a night of comebacks, as the Milwaukee Bucks also overcame a 23-point deficit in the NBA, showcasing the...