Ed Van Impe Passes Away

The New York Rangers are in advanced talks to hire former Pittsburgh Penguins coach Mike Sullivan as their next head coach, with the contract expected to be one of the richest in NHL history. Sullivan, who coached the Penguins for a decade and won back-to-back Stanley Cups, would replace Peter Laviolette after the Rangers missed the playoffs. His top assistant, David Quinn, is not expected to join him in New York, while John Tortorella is...

The Hockey News Big Show discusses the NHL's first round, focusing on the Toronto Maple Leafs' upcoming Game 6 against the Ottawa Senators and the pressure on them to avoid another series collapse. The hosts evaluate the Carolina Hurricanes vs. Washington Capitals series, the impact of officiating controversies in the Minnesota Wild vs. Vegas Golden Knights matchup, and highlight surprising players and MVP candidates. Additionally, they delve into coaching changes, the Hart Trophy finalists, Taylor...

The Toronto Maple Leafs' playoff series against the Ottawa Senators has become unexpectedly competitive, shifting from a potential sweep to a 3-2 lead for the Leafs after two losses. Despite the pressure and historical doubts surrounding the team, defenseman Morgan Rielly expressed confidence in their ability to regroup and refocus for Game 6. With both teams showcasing talent and resilience, the outcome remains uncertain, but there is optimism that the Leafs can close out the...

The St. Louis Blues lost to the Winnipeg Jets 5-3 in Game 5 of their Western Conference First Round series, now trailing 3-2. Nathan Walker scored twice, and Jimmy Snuggerud added another goal, but the Blues struggled offensively, managing only nine shots through two periods and failing to capitalize on a fragile Connor Hellebuyck. Coach Jim Montgomery acknowledged the Jets played better, emphasizing the need for the Blues to improve their forecheck and net presence...

The Florida Panthers eliminated the Tampa Bay Lightning in the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs with a decisive 6-3 victory in Game 5, marking the second consecutive year they have done so in five games. While last year's series featured closely contested matches, this year's encounters were characterized by a higher goal differential, with no games decided by less than two goals. Goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky's stellar performance, including crucial saves, was pivotal,...