Kane has been in the league since 2008 and knew from shoulder surgery and a skate cut to his left wrist how to handle long-term absences. … [Read more...] about Evander Kane is a playoff difference-maker for the Oilers after long, hard road back from injuries
Aleksander Barkov misses final 10 minutes of Panthers’ win after taking hit from Lightning’s Brandon Hagel
Aleksander Barkov remained down on one knee briefly after the hit, then skated off and went to the Panthers’ locker room. … [Read more...] about Aleksander Barkov misses final 10 minutes of Panthers’ win after taking hit from Lightning’s Brandon Hagel
Cal Clutterbuck says he’s retiring after 17 NHL seasons with the Islanders and Wild
Clutterbuck became a popular teammate and fan favorite, playing his final 794 regular-season and playoff games with the Islanders to reach 1,145 in his career. He helped them make seven postseason appearances, including two trips to the Eastern Conference final. … [Read more...] about Cal Clutterbuck says he’s retiring after 17 NHL seasons with the Islanders and Wild
Rangers agree to terms with general manager Chris Drury on a multiyear contract extension
The Rangers had Stanley Cup-contending aspirations coming off a trip to the Eastern Conference final. Instead, they struggled through off-ice drama involving captain Jacob Trouba, who was traded to Anaheim in December. … [Read more...] about Rangers agree to terms with general manager Chris Drury on a multiyear contract extension
Bruins say they will start coaching search. Interim Joe Sacco is candidate for long-term job
The Bruins were 33-39-10 this season, tied for the worst record in the Eastern Conference. Only three teams in the league were worse. … [Read more...] about Bruins say they will start coaching search. Interim Joe Sacco is candidate for long-term job