Analyzing the Rangers’ downward spiral: Three problems New York must fix in order to salvage the season

SummaryNathan Walker scored his third goal in two games as the St. Louis Blues defeated the Winnipeg Jets 5-2 in Game 6, forcing a decisive Game 7 in the Western Conference First Round. The Blues dominated the second period with four goals in just over five minutes, showcasing their offensive prowess and taking advantage of home ice advantage, having outscored the Jets 17-5 in three home games. Goaltender Jordan Binnington made 21 saves, continuing to...

The Toronto Maple Leafs will begin their second-round Stanley Cup Playoffs series against the Florida Panthers on Monday at 8 p.m. ET, following their 4-2 victory over the Ottawa Senators, which secured their advancement for the second time in three seasons. Notably, Scott Laughton made a crucial shot-blocking play to preserve the lead in the series-clinching win. The Panthers, the defending Stanley Cup Champions, previously defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning in five games, and the...

SummaryThe Los Angeles Kings' playoff journey ended prematurely with a 6-4 loss to the Edmonton Oilers in Game 6, marking the team's 11th consecutive season without winning a playoff series. Despite achieving franchise records for wins and points, the Kings squandered a prime opportunity, having led in every game and benefitting from home-ice advantage. Coach Jim Hiller and captain Anze Kopitar expressed frustration over the missed chance, as the Kings dominated early but faltered in...

SummaryMatthew Mayich, a defenseman for the Ottawa 67's, has committed to Clarkson University, as announced on Thursday. The Stoney Creek, ON native has played 256 regular season games with the 67's, scoring 21 goals and recording 78 assists, and was drafted by the St. Louis Blues in the sixth round, 170th overall, in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft. Born in 2004, Mayich is set to join the Golden Knights for the NCAA in the 2025-26...

Vegas Golden Knights forward Jack Eichel has been named a finalist for the Lady Byng Trophy, awarded for sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct, marking his first nomination and the second for the team after William Karlsson in 2017-18. Eichel had a standout season with 28 goals and 94 points in 77 games, along with a +32 +/- rating, while averaging over 20 minutes of ice time and accumulating only eight penalty minutes, the fewest among top...