playoff primer
The Hockey News Now: The Top Storylines Heading Into Stanley Cup Final
Will Steven Stamkos make an appearance later in the series? Can Anton Khudobin be a difference-maker for Dallas? Steven Ellis and Ken Campbell take a look at the top storylines heading into the 2020 Stanley Cup final.
The Hockey News Now: Islanders Still Have a Lot to Be Excited About
A late-playoff elimination will always sting, but as Steven Ellis and Matt Larkin discuss, there's still a lot to be proud about if you're an Islanders fan. They're not a fluke – they're here to contend going forward.
The Hockey News Now: Lightning Fell Into Islanders' Trap in Game 5
The New York Islanders only took 24 shots in a double overtime affair last night, but that's all they needed to win. If the Tampa Bay Lightning don't want to worry about Game 7, they need to adjust accordingly. Steven Ellis and Ken Campbell have more.
The Hockey News Now: Can the Stars Send Vegas Home?
The Dallas Stars are one win away from finishing off the Vegas Golden Knights – can they do it? Plus, how will the Islanders fare with Casey Cizikas out for the playoffs? Steven Ellis and Matt Larkin take a look.
The Hockey News Now: Islanders Looking To Take Back Series
Lightning coach Jon Cooper said his team "gifted the Islanders a win in Game 3 – will New York take advantage again? Plus, Vegas continues to struggle to score goals against red-hot Anton Khudobin. Steven Ellis and Ryan Kennedy have more.
The Hockey News Now: Islanders With New Life, Golden Knights Need Some Puck Luck
The New York Islanders entered Game 3 needing to take a game and finished the thrilling contest ahead. On Saturday, the Vegas Golden Knights look to do the exact same. Steven Ellis and Ken Campbell break down the biggest storylines.
The Hockey News Now: Khudobin the Difference-Maker, Lightning Need Depth to Shine
Anton Khudobin is red-hot and the Tampa Bay Lightning need to fill some holes with the loss of a few key players. Steven Ellis and Ken Campbell break down the biggest stories heading into the weekend.
The Hockey News Now: Stars, Golden Knights Aim For Series Lead
The Dallas Stars fell victim to mistakes in Game 2 and need a way to bounce back — can they? Plus, Steven Ellis and Ryan Kennedy look at the improved play by the New York Islanders and a potential Alex Killorn suspension.
The Hockey News Now: Players to Watch in Third Round of Stanley Cup Playoffs
Three down, two go. The Stanley Cup playoffs are in the stretch run, with just four teams remaining in the fight for hockey's top trophy. Steven Ellis and Ryan Kennedy break down the action.
The Hockey News Now: Two Down, One Game 7 To Go
On the heels of two spectacular Game 7s on Friday, the New York Islanders and Philadelphia Flyers are set to close out the second round on Saturday. Steven Ellis and Ken Campbell get you set for the day's action.
The Hockey News Now: Do-or-Die Friday
The Canucks and Golden Knights don't get time to rest and the Avalanche and Stars will finally put their scuffle to rest. Steven Ellis and Matt Larkin take a look at Friday's action.
The Hockey News Now: Bruins, Avalanche look to save seasons
The Boston Bruins and Colorado Avalanche are down 3-1 heading into Monday with their seasons in jeopardy. Can they save them? Steven Ellis and Matt Larkin take a look at what needs to change.
The Hockey News Now: Three Chances to Knot Things Up
With three games on the docket, we could see three teams force 2-2 in their respective second-round series. Steven Ellis and Ryan Kennedy break down the action.
The Hockey News Now: The Chase is Heating Up
Semyon Varlamov deserves more praise, the Bruins and Lightning look to break a deadlock and the Avalanche need a quick start to steal back momentum. Steven Ellis and Ryan Kennedy have all that and more ahead of Wednesday's action.
The Hockey News Now: Canucks, Lightning Hope to Avoid 2-0 Deficits
It's still early in the second round, but you never want to find yourself trailing after two games. Steven Ellis and Matt Larkin break down Tuesday's playoff action.
The Hockey News Daily Playoff Primer: Now the Real Fun Begins
With two games on Sunday's card, the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs are in full swing. Steven Ellis and Ryan Kennedy break down the action.