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Dan Vladar puts on an absolute clinic — 42 saves in a 1-0 shutout — as the Flyers punch their ticket to Round 2. A true steal when it mattered most.

Montreal and Vegas both respond in Game 5s, but not without drama. Brendan Gallagher makes an instant impact just minutes into his return, while Jakub Dobes continues to give the Habs a chance every night. Meanwhile, Tampa’s stars are ice cold — with Anthony Cirelli’s line causing problems and Alex Texier’s winner slipping past Andrei Vasilevskiy in a brutal moment.

Now it all comes down to toni...

David Pastrnak plays hero in overtime as the Boston Bruins stay alive, while the Edmonton Oilers respond at home to keep their series alive. With several massive Game 5 matchups across the NHL Playoffs, pressure is building — and momentum is everything.

We break down Connor McDavid’s heavy workload after logging 24 minutes, whether that usage is sustainable, and how the Oilers managed to limit the Anaheim Ducks to just one goal — despite their dangerous power play.

Out West, the Minnesota Wild steal home-ice advantage and head home with a chance to close out the Dallas...

The pressure is building across the Stanley Cup Playoffs as the Vegas Golden Knights even their series in dramatic fashion and the Pittsburgh Penguins refuse to go quietly in the Battle of Pennsylvania.

We kick things off with Vegas responding in a big way, highlighted by Shea Theodore delivering the overtime winner to swing momentum back to the Golden Knights. Was this the turning point the series needed?

Then it’s all eyes on a pivotal Game 5 between the Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild. Minnesota’s stars — including Kirill Kaprizov and their top core —...

Controversy takes center stage after the Anaheim Ducks grab a massive Game 4 overtime win over the Edmonton Oilers, putting Edmonton on the brink of elimination. We break down the controversial OT goal, Tristan Jarry’s performance, and the Oilers’ ongoing defensive struggles as the young Ducks continue to capitalize on their chances.

Plus, the Tampa Bay Lightning battle back to even their series against the Montreal Canadiens, with Brandon Hagel delivering yet another clutch moment. The first three games went to overtime, and this series continues to deliver drama at every turn.

We also...

The Carolina Hurricanes, Colorado Avalanche and Philadelphia Flyers are all on the verge of first-round sweeps, while pressure continues to mount across the rest of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

We start in Carolina, where the Ottawa Senators delivered a flat performance and their power play failed to deliver in a critical moment. How concerning has Brady Tkachuk’s quiet start been, and should the league look at the Taylor Hall hit on Jake Sanderson?

Out West, the Los Angeles Kings managed to limit Nathan MacKinnon, but it still wasn’t enough against the dept...

The Anaheim Ducks even the series in Edmonton behind a dangerous offensive performance, while the Oilers looked sloppy and struggled to generate momentum. With back-to-back pointless nights from Connor McDavid and a power play that cost them, questions are starting to surface early in this series.

In Philadelphia, the Flyers took control and now have the Penguins on the brink of elimination. Emotions ran high after a controversial night of officiating, and Pittsburgh faces a must-win situation heading into Game 4.

We also dive into our Fill in the Blank questions — including whether Wyatt Jo...

Three first-round series are all square after a chaotic night in the NHL. The Tampa Bay Lightning finally snap their overtime skid thanks to a winner from JJ Moser, but not before tensions boil over in a penalty-filled clash with the Montreal Canadiens. Was Scott Sabourin’s hit intentional, and did the Bolts lose focus in the chaos?

Out West, Logan Cooley showcases his speed as he lifts the Mammoth past the Vegas Golden Knights, while Boston Bruins winger Viktor Arvidsson pots a pair to even their series heading back to Boston. Meanwhile, questions surround the Bu...

The playoff pressure is already building after a wild night across the NHL.

We start with the overtime chaos between the Ottawa Senators and Carolina Hurricanes — is a loss like that extra deflating, and how do the Senators respond after a crushing Double OT finish?

Out west, the Dallas Stars bounced back in a big way to split the series with the Minnesota Wild, with Wyatt Johnston stepping into the spotlight and Jake Oettinger delivering.

We’ll also preview tonight’s biggest Game 2 matchups — which team needs a win the most, an...

The playoffs are already delivering chaos. The Buffalo Sabres storm back in Game 1 with three goals in just over four minutes, erasing a 2–0 deficit in an absolutely electric finish—because of course, it’s playoff Tage.

We break down a wild opening night that saw the Minnesota Wild, Philadelphia Flyers, and Montreal Canadiens all steal road wins to kick off their series. And yes… we need to talk about Juraj Slafkovsky. How good is this guy right now?

Despite managing just nine shots through two periods, the Canadiens found a way—while Andrei Vasilevski...

The playoff picture is set—and we’re diving all the way in.

We kick things off with a brand new listener bracket, before getting into front office movement around the league. What’s next for Vancouver? Is the job Ryan Johnson’s to lose, or are the Canucks casting a wider net? Plus, Sunny Mehta lands in New Jersey, and we check in on the latest rumblings in Toronto—including a surprising Mats Sundin mention.

Then it’s all about the playoffs. If you could only watch one series, which would it be? We make...

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The Pacific Division title is on the line tonight as the Western Conference playoff picture reaches its final turning point.

We break down what’s at stake in the Pacific Division and how tonight’s games could shape the Western Conference playoff bracket. Plus, we dive into a fascinating trend surrounding the Colorado Avalanche and their push toward the 120-point mark.

Connor McDavid officially captures another Art Ross Trophy, tying for the second-most scoring titles in NHL history. How many more scoring titles could he real...

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Rick Bowness didn’t hold back.

After Game 82, Bowness publicly called out the Columbus Blue Jackets — and now the big question is what changes could be coming in Columbus this summer. We break down what went wrong and which moves could reshape the Blue Jackets heading into next season.

In the Western Conference, injury concerns are already creating uncertainty. The Dallas Stars will be without Roope Hintz for Games 1 and 2, and Miro Heiskanen’s status remains unclear. How much does this shift the balance in the St...

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The NHL playoff picture is officially set — and the Los Angeles Kings and Philadelphia Flyers are heading to the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

We break down the Kings clinching their fifth straight playoff berth and what it means for the Western Conference, plus the fallout from the Nashville Predators missing the postseason. Could we be headed for another Oilers vs Kings showdown?

In the East, the Flyers have officially punched their ticket and locked in a first-round matchup with the Pittsburgh Penguins. We share early thoughts on...

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Today we break down the Philadelphia Flyers sitting on the verge of securing a playoff spot, what’s fueled their late-season push, and how head coach Rick Tocchet has helped reshape the team’s identity during a surprising season.

We also take a look at the Pacific Division race, where the Oilers, Golden Knights, Ducks, and Kings remain tightly packed — leaving the division title very much up for grabs as the regular season winds down.

Plus, we highlight a pair of major performances from the weeken...

Cole Caufield has made history in Montreal — and the playoff picture continues to shift across the NHL.

Today we break down Cole Caufield becoming the first Montreal Canadien since 1990 to score 50 goals in a season, and what his milestone says about the Canadiens' growing depth — including another strong season from Juraj Slafkovský.

We also take a look at the Ottawa Senators inching closer to a playoff berth, with their odds climbing to 92% after a key win — while Detroit’s late push might be coming just a little too late.

Plus, the Pitts...

Major changes are underway in Seattle as Ron Francis steps down after seven seasons — but could this just be the beginning? 👀

We kick things off with the Kraken announcing that Francis will step away from his role as President, raising serious questions about the future of the front office. Is this a signal that bigger changes are coming? And more importantly… is GM Jason Botterill safe, or could Seattle be headed for a full reset?

Meanwhile, Connor McDavid delivers another jaw-dropping performance, posting a five-point night to power the Edmonton Oilers past the San Jos...

The playoff race is tightening across the NHL, and the pressure is starting to show. The Edmonton Oilers continue to hold their ground in the Pacific, but all eyes are on the Anaheim Ducks as their late-season slide raises serious questions about whether they can hang on. With teams like Los Angeles pushing, the division race is far from settled.

In the Eastern Conference, the Columbus Blue Jackets keep their slim playoff hopes alive with another big result, while the Detroit Red Wings face growing uncertainty after costly late-game performances. We take a closer look at...

The New Jersey Devils make a major front-office shakeup, firing Tom Fitzgerald after missing the playoffs in four of the last six seasons — and now the pressure shifts to what comes next. We break down where things went wrong, including the key roster decisions that defined his tenure, and debate the big question: what are the chances Sheldon Keefe ends up behind the Devils bench next season?

Plus, the ripple effects around the league could just be getting started. Could more general manager changes be on the horizon before summer, and which teams — including Detroit — should be wat...

The Islanders made a major move in the middle of a playoff push, parting ways with Patrick Roy after four straight losses and quickly turning to Peter DeBoer on a four-year deal.

We break down whether this was a necessary change or a surprising decision in a season where expectations weren’t sky-high, and what it means for the Islanders’ playoff hopes moving forward.

We also take time to recognize Sidney Crosby, who continues to make history with yet another remarkable milestone, and discuss whether stars like Connor McDavid could someday match that leve...

The playoff picture continues to shift across the NHL as the Carolina Hurricanes and Minnesota Wild officially clinch their spots, while the Los Angeles Kings make history — but not the kind they were hoping for.

The Kings set an NHL record with their 19th loser point of the season after a wild shootout loss, raising questions about consistency and whether this is a team built for playoff success.

Meanwhile, it was a tough night for the Winnipeg Jets, as their playoff odds take a hit, while the San Jose Sharks continue to control th...

Nathan MacKinnon has reached another milestone — but the MVP race might not be over yet.

In this episode we break down Nathan MacKinnon hitting the 50-goal mark for the second time in his career, and debate whether it’s MacKinnon vs the field in the Hart Trophy race.

We also take a hard look at the Los Angeles Kings jumping into a playoff spot — but are they actually built to win when it matters?

Plus, we dive into:

• Whether Cole Caufield or Connor McDavid can reach 50 goals

• W...

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We kick things off with major changes coming in Toronto, as Keith Pelley lays out the vision for the next Toronto Maple Leafs GM. Will they retool or rebuild? And does a data-driven approach mean more big changes behind the bench?

Then, the Ottawa Senators miss a golden opportunity in the Eastern Conference race, dropping another crucial game while Linus Ullmark struggles. Meanwhile, chaos across the East as the Detroit Red Wings, Philadelphia Flyers, Columbus Blue Jackets, and New York Islanders all...

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Brad Treliving is OUT in Toronto… now the pressure shifts to what comes next. The Toronto Maple Leafs have fired GM Brad Treliving after three seasons, and we break down the fatal flaws that led to this moment — from questionable trades to a lack of signature wins.

The Vegas Golden Knights make headlines of their own as John Tortorella earns a win in his debut behind the bench.

We also dive into the meteoric rise of Macklin Celebrini as the...

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The Vegas Golden Knights have made a stunning move, firing Bruce Cassidy just four seasons after hiring him—and only two years removed from winning the Stanley Cup in 2023. Was this a panic move by management, or a necessary decision after tensions behind the scenes?

We break down what led to Cassidy’s firing, whether a coaching shelf life is inevitable in today’s NHL, and what this means for Vegas moving forward. Plus, we dive into rumors of locker room friction, roster...

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Today we start with the Playoff Race in the East as this could end up being one of the biggest weekends of the season!

Who will come out on top and who will fall out of the race?

Then we talk about the Race to 50 goals as Nathan MacKinnon jumps to 48 and Cole Caufield sits at 44. Can they both make it? We will also talk about the Vezina Trophy as Ilya Sorokin jumps ahead of Vasilevskiy !

Then...

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Today we start the show talking about last nights game between the Buffalo Sabres and Boston Bruins. What type of expectation is being put on Boston this post season? What would be considered a successful season?

Then we jump over to the Norris Trophy race. It seems Zach Weresnki is the name to beat this year, but could Makar or Bouchard make a push? We will also look at some big matchups heading into tonight.

The New York Rangers...

The Vegas Golden Knights are slipping at a critical time — should there be concern about Adin Hill and their recent struggles? We open the show by breaking down Vegas’ latest loss and what it could mean as the playoffs approach.

Then we shift to the Eastern Conference playoff race, where the Columbus Blue Jackets and Ottawa Senators continue to push for position in what’s becoming a tightly contested battle.

In Fill in the Blank, we debate Nikita Kucherov’s MVP chances — just how likely is he to take home the Hart Trophy this seaso...

The Nashville Predators are heating up — and they’ve suddenly jumped into a playoff spot.

On this episode we break down Nashville’s fourth straight win and what’s fueling their late-season surge as they move into the Western Conference playoff picture.

We also dive into Connor McDavid calling the Pacific Division a “pillow fight” after a loss to Tampa Bay — and whether he’s right about how wide open the division really is.

Plus, we take a look at the chaos in the Eastern Conference:

• The Philadelphia Flyer...

The Columbus Blue Jackets are suddenly in the driver’s seat in the Eastern Conference playoff race.

On this episode we break down Columbus’ incredible 7-0-3 run over their last 10 games and how they’ve managed to climb into a playoff position despite a tough schedule.

We also take a closer look at one of the biggest storylines across the league right now — goalie uncertainty heading into the playoffs. From Edmonton to Colorado, Montreal to Vegas and Pittsburgh, there are major questions between the pipes for several contenders.

Plus, we dive...

Sidney Crosby returned to the lineup — but it wasn’t enough for the Pittsburgh Penguins.

On this episode we break down the Penguins’ loss to the Carolina Hurricanes in Crosby’s return and what it says about the team as they continue to fight for playoff positioning.

The guys also discuss whether Pittsburgh’s recent stretch without Crosby may have actually helped certain players step up — and what that means moving forward.

Plus, we dive into several other key storylines from around the NHL:

• The Washington Capitals pick up a win...

Leon Draisaitl is out for the remainder of the regular season — and that changes everything for the Edmonton Oilers.

On today’s episode of Daily Faceoff Live, we break down the latest on Draisaitl’s injury and what it means for the Oilers heading into a crucial stretch of the season. How do they adjust, and can they stay on track without one of the league’s most dominant players?

We also dive into Cole Caufield hitting the 40-goal mark for the first time in his career, and what it says about his developm...

Artemi Panarin made a statement in his return to MSG.

On today’s episode of Daily Faceoff Live, we break down Panarin’s performance and what it means for the Rangers as the playoff race continues to tighten across the NHL.

We also dive into a big night for the Pittsburgh Penguins, who exploded for seven goals against Colorado with Evgeni Malkin making his return to the lineup. Could this stretch without Crosby and Malkin actually reveal something about this team?

Plus, we discuss:

• The Los Angeles Kings...

The Seattle Kraken exploded for 10 goals in two games, and Bobby McMann made an instant impact in his debut — scoring twice to kick off a big weekend for Seattle.

On this episode of Daily Faceoff Live, Tyler Yaremchuk and Steve Peters break down McMann’s strong start with the Kraken and what it could mean for Seattle as they look to build momentum.

They also dive into several big storylines from around the NHL, including the Ottawa Senators heating up, overtime trends across the league, and what the playoff race is starting to look...

The Dallas Stars just keep rolling. After another win, Dallas has now gone over a month without a regulation loss, posting an incredible 13-0-1 run since January 22nd. Tyler Yaremchuk and Colby Cohen break down what’s fueling the Stars’ surge and whether they’ve become the team to beat in the Western Conference.

Then the guys dive into the controversial Radko Gudas hit on Auston Matthews, which resulted in an ejection and a scheduled hearing. Was the play suspension-worthy? And what should we make of the Leafs’ lack of response after Matthews was taken out?

Tyler Yaremchuk and Matt Larkin are back with a fresh episode of Daily Faceoff Live breaking down the biggest stories from around the NHL.

They kick things off with a standout performance from Jacob Fowler, who stopped 32 shots to help the Montreal Canadiens hold off the Ottawa Senators. The guys discuss whether the Habs should keep the young goaltender up with the NHL club and what the loss means for a Senators team fighting to stay in the playoff race.

Next, the conversation shifts to the 2026 free agent class, which took a hit...

Where do the Montreal Canadiens rank in the Eastern Conference right now?

Max Lapierre joins the show to break down the Canadiens, their recent play, and whether Montreal can continue climbing the standings as the playoff race heats up.

We also dive into several big stories around the NHL:

• Charlie McAvoy shines as the Boston Bruins pick up a massive win

• Fill in the Blank: What would it mean if the Detroit Red Wings miss the playoffs?

• If the Seattle Kraken fall out of the race, which...

The guys are back with another episode of Daily Faceoff Live, breaking down some of the biggest storylines around the NHL right now.

To start the show, they debate two surprising teams sitting atop their divisions. Both the Buffalo Sabres and Anaheim Ducks opened the season as longshots to win their divisions, yet both find themselves in first place. Which team’s start is more sustainable?

They also play “The Percentage Game”, looking at the odds of the current eight playoff teams in the Eastern Conference actually holding their spots through the rest of the...

The dust has settled on the NHL Trade Deadline — so who’s ready to make a run?

On today’s Daily Faceoff Live, Tyler Yaremchuk and Carter Hutton break down a wild weekend around the NHL, starting with an incredible matchup between the Buffalo Sabres and Tampa Bay Lightning that saw 15 goals, a chaotic third period, and over 100 penalty minutes. Are the Sabres starting to look like a team of destiny?

We also dive into:

• Corey Perry scoring in both games since joining the Tampa Bay Lightning

• Our Man of the Wee...

Jeff Marek wraps up the final hour of the Daily Faceoff Trade Deadline Special. The team breaks down the Bobby McMann to the Kraken, Justin to Detroit, Ryan Strome to Calgary, Brayden Schenn to the Islanders, Scott Laughton to the Kings and Nazem Kadri to the Colorado Avalanche.

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Jeff Marek and the Daily Faceoff crew bring the Trade Deadline Special home with the final hour of live coverage as the clock winds down on one of the NHL’s busiest days. The show features a live interview with Minnesota Wild forward Marcus Foligno, who reacts to the team bringing in his brother Nick Foligno and what it means to finally share an NHL locker room together. The conversation also dives into the Wild’s push for the Stanley Cup, the impact of Quinn Hughes joining the roster, and the leadership style of GM Bill Guerin.

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