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Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Critical Game 5s for Canadiens-Lightning, Mammoth-Knights
Here are previews for all of Wednesday's games, a best bet, recaps from Tuesday and updated stats.
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How Porter Martone quickly transformed into a playoff hero for Philly
The rookie joined the team this spring after his college season concluded -- and has been lighting it up.
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David Pastrnak delivers OT winner on epic move for Boston
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OFFSEASON GUIDE
Keys to the offseason: Free agency and draft plans for Kings, every eliminated NHL team
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast expectations for 2026-27.
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Game 5 Montreal vs Tampa: Brendan Gallagher returns after being a healthy scratch first four games. No Nick Paul for Lightning.
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Stanley Cup odds: Lightning favored in series, Game 5 against Canadiens
The Avalanche and Hurricanes remain Stanley Cup favorites, with the Lightning and Canadiens looking to take Game 5.
Top Headlines
- Senators' Tkachuk: Trade talk 'getting frustrating'
- Sorokin, Swayman, Vasilevskiy finalists for Vezina
- Stars' Benn fined for Game 5 cross-check vs. Wild
- Swayman, Pastrnak lift Bruins with season on line
- Wild defense smothers Stars in Game 5 victory
- Peterka's absence late in G4 'a coach's decision'
- 🤔 Keys to offseason for Kings, Senators and more
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Ranking the top 50 players in the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs
As 16 teams face off for the ultimate prize in pro sports, these players will have the biggest impact.
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NHL teams' offseason keys, including free agency, draft needs
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast expectations for 2026-27.
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NHL Awards Watch: Who's leading for Hart, Norris, Calder?
Our panel of PHWA voters identify their finalists for all the awards, with some tight finishes in a few spots.
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Meet the 'Zammoth': Utah Mammoths' prehistoric-like ride for fans
The "Zammoth" attraction is designed to transport fans around the Delta Center ice during pregame and intermissions.
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Who will win the Stanley Cup after an Olympic gold medal?
Only eight players have pulled off the feat in the same season. Who are the most likely "double champs?"
