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Should Flyers fans be excited about John Tortorella?

Why boring stuff like “structure” matters more than all of the tough talk.

The Wraparound: Could Stanley Cup Final shift to Tampa Bay save the Lightning?

The Wraparound: Could Stanley Cup Final shift to Tampa Bay save Lightning?

Your daily look at the 2022 Stanley Cup Final.

NHL salary cap officially at $82.5M for 2022-23 season

NHL salary cap officially at $82.5M for 2022-23 season

No surprise is probably better than an unpleasant surprise for teams staring at the ceiling.

Dadonov - Weber trade a big salary cap win for Golden Knights

Dadonov - Weber trade a big salary cap win for Golden Knights

Apparently just a “one-for-one trade.”

Valeri Nichushkin making star turn during Stanley Cup playoffs

Valeri Nichushkin making star turn during Stanley Cup playoffs

The analytics darling could get paid in free agency (or stick with the Avalanche).

Avalanche beat Lightning in Game 1 OT thriller to begin Stanley Cup Final

Avalanche beat Lightning in Game 1 OT thriller to begin Stanley Cup Final

Two star-studded teams absolutely delivered an OT thriller.

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Bettman says NHL projected to set revenue record this season

Bettman said the league will surpass $5.2 billion in revenue for this season.

The Wraparound: Can Lightning actually slow down Avalanche?

The Wraparound: Can Lightning actually slow down Avalanche?

Your daily look at the 2022 Stanley Cup Final.

Strikingly smart: How Tampa Bay Lightning were built

Strikingly smart: How Tampa Bay Lightning were built

This team keeps winning, and it’s clearly not by accident.

Blizzard of brilliance: How Avalanche were built

Blizzard of brilliance: How Colorado Avalanche were built

Shrewd trades, some strong draft picks, and generally smart team-building power the Avs.

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Lightning overcome Rangers to reach third Stanley Cup Final in a row

Igor Shesterkin made a one-sided Game 6 into a nail-biter, but Tampa Bay won.

Trade: Sabres do Stars a real favor with Bishop/salary cap dump

Trade: Sabres do Stars a favor with Bishop salary cap dump

Yes, this can help Buffalo get to the floor, but only receive a seventh-rounder.

Panthers must not overreact to playoffs, including at head coach

Panthers must not overreact to playoffs, including at head coach

That said, there’s room to ask questions (but not a lot of salary cap space).

Rangers fan banned from MSG after 'abhorrent assault' of Lightning fan

Rangers fan banned from MSG after ‘abhorrent assault’ of Lightning fan

“All guests — no matter what team they support — should feel safe and respected in The Garden.”

Lightning strike late, push Rangers to brink in Game 5

Sergachev, Lightning strike late, push Rangers to brink in Game 5

Quite a night for Mikhail Sergachev.

From free agents to salary cap, Oilers face an offseason puzzle

From free agents to salary cap, Oilers face an offseason puzzle

Head coaching, goaltending, Kane, Puljujarvi: so many challenges for the Oilers.

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The Wraparound: Gallant’s first Rangers run looks a lot like Golden Knights debut

Your daily look at the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Avalanche sweep Oilers, reach Stanley Cup Final after OT thriller

Draisaitl and McDavid went out with an epic fight.

Jets’ Kyle Connor wins Lady Byng for gentlemanly conduct

Jets’ Kyle Connor wins Lady Byng for gentlemanly conduct

Connor scored 47 goals and 93 points while collecting just four PIMs.

NHL head coach market grows: Bruins fire Bruce Cassidy

NHL head coach market grows: Bruins fire Bruce Cassidy

This offseason is becoming a great time to upgrade behind the bench.

Bruins' blueliners needed surgeries, including McAvoy

Bruins’ blueliners needed surgeries, including McAvoy

Matt Grzelcyk, Charlie McAvoy and Mike Reilly went under the knife; all need multiple months to recover.

Free agents, trades? Blues face tough offseason questions

Free agents, trades? Blues face tough offseason questions

What does the future hold for Perron, Husso, Tarasenko, O’Reilly, Kyrou, Thomas, and others?

The Wraparound: Don't forget Adam Fox's role in Rangers' run

The Wraparound: Don’t forget Adam Fox’s role in Rangers’ run

Your daily look at the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Avalanche nullify McDavid, outclass Oilers in Game 2

Avalanche nullify McDavid, outclass Oilers in Game 2

Pavel Francouz pitches a 24-save shutout as the Avs take a 2-0 series lead.

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