NHL Playoff Roundup: Fines, Extensions, and Playoff Implications
A roundup of recent NHL actions, including fines, contract extensions, and playoff implications.
May 13, 2026
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Mackenzie Blackwood
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Avalanche Eye Home‑Ice Victory as Wild Face Elimination
Colorado leads the series 3‑1, boasting 20 goals from 15 different scorers, and can close it out at home on Wednesday. Key players are sidelined, and the Wild’s forechecking has faltered.
May 12, 2026
Colorado Avalanche General Manager Chris MacFarland Emerges as Top Contender for Jim Gregory Award
Colorado Avalanche GM Chris MacFarland is among the finalists for the prestigious Jim Gregory General Manager of the Year Award, celebrated for his strategic moves that reshaped the franchise.
May 12, 2026
Avalanche’s Unlikely Heroes Turn the Tide in Playoff Series
Colorado Avalanche's fourth‑line forward Ross Colton and backup goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood, both initially left off the playoff roster, delivered pivotal performances in a 5‑2 win over the Minnesota Wild, swinging momentum in the series.
May 12, 2026
Avalanche Extend Playoff Lead with 5-2 Victory Over Wild
Colorado Avalanche defeated Minnesota Wild 5-2 in Game 4, taking a 3-1 series lead and moving one win away from the Western Conference Final.
May 12, 2026
Avalanche Lean on Blackwood, Depth to Take Game 4 Over Wild
Mackenzie Blackwood’s standout performance, a 20‑4 shot advantage and timely goals from Ross Colton and Parker Kelly powered the Colorado Avalanche to a pivotal Game 4 victory, putting them one win away from closing out the series at Ball Arena.
May 12, 2026
Wallstedt’s Heroics Shine Amid Wild’s Playoff Struggles
Jesper Wallstedt delivered two outstanding performances, but the Wild fell behind 3-1 in the series after a loss that highlighted both promise and problems.
May 12, 2026
Playoff Spotlight: Goaltending Decisions and Emerging Heroes on The Hockey News Big Show
The Hockey News Big Show breaks down key playoff narratives, highlighting goaltending strategies, power‑play dynamics, and rising stars across the league.
May 11, 2026
The Hockey News Big Show: Playoff Insights and Goaltending Debates
The Hockey News Big Show dissects key playoff narratives, highlighting goaltending controversies, power‑play strategies, and emerging leadership across the league.
May 11, 2026