Panthers' Nate Schmidt Ties NHL Record With Hot Playoff Start

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...

Former NHL defenseman Ed Van Impe has passed away at age 84, as announced by the Flyers. Undrafted, he started his professional career in minor leagues before joining the Blackhawks at 26, where he finished second in Calder Trophy voting as a rookie. Van Impe spent the majority of his career with the Flyers, contributing to their back-to-back Stanley Cup wins in 1974 and 1975, and he remains fourth on the Flyers' all-time list for...

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,...