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The Buffalo Sabres and Montreal Canadiens meet in a winner‑takes‑all Game 7, a contest that will decide which team advances to the Eastern Conference finals. Factors such as net‑minder selections, coaching adjustments and the weight of experience loom large.
The Cavaliers closed out the Pistons in Game 7, with Mitchell delivering a 28‑point outing that marks his first conference final appearance after nine NBA seasons.
The Los Angeles Kings must replace Anze Kopitar's legacy with a top‑six centerman, prompting a search through trade markets and internal options.
Jake O'Brien, the eighth overall pick in the 2025 NHL draft, made his professional debut with the Coachella Valley Firebirds in the Pacific Division Finals. Though the team fell 3‑0, O'Brien's smart plays and composure drew praise from coach Derek Laxdal and hint at a broader rule change that could keep him in the AHL next season.