Hockey

NHL: Canadiens, Wild each bring extended point streaks into clash

The Montreal Canadiens plan to honor Carey Price on Tuesday, one day after the winningest goaltender in franchise history was inducted as part of the Hockey Hall of Fame...

NHL: Blue Jackets out to build on defensive progress vs. Panthers

The Columbus Blue Jackets have made significant strides defensively in recent weeks and will look to build on...

NHL: Senators pulling out all stops with Capitals set to pay a visit

Ottawa goalie Linus Ullmark is expected to return when the Senators host the Washington Capitals on Tuesday night. Ullmark,...

NHL: Rangers D Alberts Smits (upper body) out, week to week

New York Rangers rookie defenseman Alberts Smits is considered week to week with an upper-body injury, the team...

NHL: Canucks looking to snap skid against visiting Flyers

Despite how the past five weeks have played out, the Vancouver Canucks continue to see mild improvements. The Canucks...

NHL: Bruins rally in 3rd, upend Sabres in OT for pivotal win

David Pastrnak opened the scoring, then recorded his second assist on Pavel Zacha's overtime goal as the visiting Boston Bruins rallied to cool off...

NHL: Senators keep surging through injuries with Penguins up next

Despite a slew of injuries to defensemen, the Ottawa Senators prepare to host the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday night on a four-game winning streak. The...

NHL: Kraken trying to end skid, face smooth-running Lightning

If there was a game that encapsulated the Seattle Kraken's season, it might have come Tuesday night. Playing against the injury-riddled Florida Panthers, the two-time...

NHL: Struggling Stars travel to Islanders, aware of need for improvement

The Dallas Stars begin a four-game road trip Thursday in Elmont, N.Y., against the New York Islanders, hoping new surroundings improve their results. The Stars...

NHL: Zach Werenski leads surging Jackets into matchup with Canadiens

Two teams looking to tighten their grasps on a playoff spot square off when the Columbus Blue Jackets visit the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday. The...

NHL: Lightning captain Victor Hedman taking leave of absence

Tampa Bay Lightning captain Victor Hedman is taking a temporary leave of absence for personal reasons, the team announced on Wednesday. Hedman, a defenseman, logged...