
NHL Playoff Roundup: Fines, Extensions, and Playoff Implications
A roundup of recent NHL actions, including fines, contract extensions, and playoff implications.
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A roundup of recent NHL actions, including fines, contract extensions, and playoff implications.

Pavel Dorofeyev’s second‑period knee injury gave way to a decisive overtime strike, propelling the Golden Knights toward a potential series clincher.

In a tightly contested Game 5, the Anaheim Ducks rallied to tie the series 2-2 after Olen Zellweger scored his inaugural playoff goal, sending the contest to overtime.

Pavel Dorofeyev’s sudden‑death goal caps a 3‑2 win, pushing the Golden Knights one victory away from the Western Conference final.

Pat Verbeek, the Anaheim Ducks’ general manager, has been nominated for the 2025‑26 Jim Gregory General Manager of the Year Award. His three‑decade NHL career, two Stanley Cup championships, and recent success in building a competitive roster have positioned him as a leading candidate for the honor.

Colorado Avalanche general manager Chris MacFarland is a finalist for the 2025‑26 Jim Gregory General Manager of the Year Award after guiding the franchise to a league‑leading 121 points, a Presidents’ Trophy, and a historic playoff streak.

The Vegas Golden Knights’ refusal to let the Edmonton Oilers interview former coach Bruce Cassidy has ignited criticism across the NHL, highlighting contractual, ethical and legal dimensions of modern hockey’s coaching carousel.

The Hockey News Big Show breaks down key playoff narratives, highlighting goaltending strategies, power‑play dynamics, and rising stars across the league.

The Hockey News Big Show dissects key playoff narratives, highlighting goaltending controversies, power‑play strategies, and emerging leadership across the league.

After a first‑round exit highlighted a lack of pace, the Boston Bruins are weighing trade options for Owen Tippett, a free‑agent pursuit of Bobby McMann, and a potential offer sheet for Olen Zellweger.

The Colorado Avalanche hope to bounce back in Game 4 with lineup changes, while the Montreal Canadiens and Anaheim Ducks posted notable victories, and several teams made key moves ahead of the next round