Penguins Draft Prospect Profile: Jake O'Brien

EDMONTON – The Edmonton Oilers have advanced to the second round of the playoffs after defeating the Los Angeles Kings for the fourth consecutive year. They will face the Vegas Golden Knights, a familiar opponent, having previously lost to them in the 2023 playoffs. The Golden Knights recently eliminated the Minnesota Wild, and while the Oilers were outscored 19-22 in their last playoff series against them, they aim to improve against a team known for...

The Vegas Golden Knights defeated the Minnesota Wild 3-2 in Game 6 of their first-round playoff series, with Jack Eichel contributing a goal and an assist, while goaltender Adin Hill made 29 saves. This victory allowed the Knights to eliminate the Wild and advance to the second round for the fifth time in eight seasons, facing the winner of the Kings-Oilers series. Captain Mark Stone and defenseman Shea Theodore also recorded a goal and an...

Last night, the London Knights completed a sweep of the Kitchener Rangers in the OHL Playoffs' Western Conference Final, marking their 12th consecutive postseason win and setting them up for a chance at back-to-back championships. The Knights dominate the playoffs, averaging 5.5 goals per game while allowing just 2.3, making them the favorites to win the title. In the Eastern Conference Final, the Oshawa Generals lead the Barrie Colts 2-0, potentially setting up a rematch...

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...