NHL Power Rankings: Avalanche roll to top spot as race for Stanley Cup Playoffs intensifies

On Feb 25, 2025, in Boston, Massachusetts, Boston Bruins center Trent Frederic (11) skated with the puck against Toronto Maple Leafs center Steven Lorentz (18) during the first period at the TD Garden. In recent trades, the Oilers, Bruins, and Devils were involved in a three-team trade that saw Frederic move to the Oilers with salary retained, indicating a push for a playoff run. Additionally, the Panthers and Sharks made a trade involving Vanecek, who...

The NHL had previously played friendlies against KHL teams, but cut off ties in 2022. President Trump and President Putin discussed the possibility of hockey games between American and Russian players. The NHL responded, stating they were not involved in the discussions and refrained from commenting at that time. Full Article

The Blues are making a playoff push, with Dylan Holloway contributing three assists and three shots in a 4-1 win over the Predators, bringing his season total to 55 points. Owen Power scored a goal and two assists, solidifying his status as a hold for next season, while Jack Quinn and Morgan Geekie remain as streamers. Jake Allen made 45 saves in a win, Andrei Vasilevskiy posted a shutout, and Nikita Kucherov tallied a goal...

Gabriel Landeskog of the Colorado Avalanche is set to return to the ice after a three-year absence due to injuries, including four knee surgeries. Roope Hintz of the Dallas Stars has returned from a face injury, while Andrei Svechnikov of the Carolina Hurricanes and Josh Norris of the Buffalo Sabres are still out with undisclosed upper-body injuries. Landeskog's return is highly anticipated, Hintz is a key player for the Stars, and the statuses of Svechnikov...

The NHL Star Power Index highlights players generating significant buzz in the league, with Nathan MacKinnon standing out for his impressive season and recent milestone of 1,000 career points. MacKinnon became the 100th player in NHL history to achieve this feat, as well as the first player to reach 100 points for the season. In a notable game against the Toronto Maple Leafs, MacKinnon scored a sensational goal to secure a win for the Colorado...