Playoff Action and International Highlights
Seven members of the Boston Bruins were in action at the IIHF World Championships yesterday, where one of them contributed a goal and another added an assist, highlighting the team’s international presence.
The Maine Mariners saw their playoff run come to an end in Game 7 of the second round, concluding a competitive series that left fans eager for next season’s prospects.
Meanwhile, Kirill Yemelyanov continues to battle in the Kharlamov Cup finals in Russia, keeping his season alive on the foreign ice.
The Montreal Canadiens secured a decisive Game 7 victory over the Buffalo Sabres, advancing to the third round and renewing hopes of a deep postseason run.
In coaching news, the Vegas Golden Knights have withheld permission for other clubs to interview Bruce Cassidy, while the Edmonton Oilers have granted Craig Berube clearance to discuss their head‑coach vacancy.
The Chicago Blackhawks are reportedly exploring trade options for Ilya Mikheyev’s negotiating rights, as contract extension talks have stalled between the parties.
The New Jersey Devils hold the 12th overall pick in the upcoming draft and are weighing several options as they shape their future roster.
Recent trade activity involving the Pittsburgh Penguins includes the acquisition of forward Egor Chinakhov and defenseman Samuel Girard, moves that could reshape the team’s dynamics.
The schedules for the Eastern and Western Conference Finals have been released, outlining specific dates and times for each contest as the postseason intensifies.