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Tampa Bay Lightning Star Takes Home Prestigious NHL Award

The Tampa Bay Lightning were one of the best teams in the National Hockey League once again in 2025/26, posting a record of 50-26-6 during the regular season, and while that didn’t result in another Stanley Cup, they once again put the league on notice.As always, the team dominated through their incredible depth on all […] The post Tampa Bay Lightning Star Takes Home Prestigious NHL Award appeared first on HEAVY .

Brandon Bussi gets nod to start crucial Hurricanes Game 5 vs. Golden Knights

The Stanley Cup Final has been nothing short of a wild rollercoaster ride for everyone involved, and Game 4 of the series was no exception. Ultimately, it was the Carolina Hurricanes tying the series at two wins apiece thanks to their 5-3 victory at T-Mobile Arena over the Vegas Golden Knights. The Hurricanes made a […] The post Brandon Bussi gets nod to start crucial Hurricanes Game 5 vs. Golden Knights appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Philadelphia Flyers Interested in Trading for Darnell Nurse

The Philadelphia Flyers are interested in trading for Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse, who has asked for a trade this offseason. After weeks of rumors that Nurse may have played his game in an Oilers uniform, on Thursday, it became official when it was reported that the longtime Oilers defenseman has asked for a trade […] The post Philadelphia Flyers Interested in Trading for Darnell Nurse appeared first on HEAVY .

Patrick Beverley calls for savage ‘JR Smith treatment’ for Spurs’ De’Aaron Fox

The San Antonio Spurs are still recovering from a historic collapse in Game 4 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday night. A lot of things have to go wrong, from a lot of people, in order for such a meltdown to happen, but De’Aaron Fox is catching most of the blame for the blown lead. […] The post Patrick Beverley calls for savage ‘JR Smith treatment’ for Spurs’ De’Aaron Fox appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Lightning’s Nikita Kucherov beats MacKinnon, McDavid for 2nd Hart trophy

In one of the closest votes in over two decades, the Hart Trophy has a winner, and once again, the recipient is Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov. Kucherov, who tallied 44 goals with 86 assists for 130 total points in the 2025-26 NHL Season, beat out Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid for the award […] The post Lightning’s Nikita Kucherov beats MacKinnon, McDavid for 2nd Hart trophy appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Oilers chaotic coaching search has become a soap opera

Early in his NHL career, Wayne Gretzky appeared on the soap opera, The Young and the Restless. He played a mobster out of “The Edmonton Office.” Gretzky was a big fan of soap operas and was thrilled when he was asked to be on the show. In the 1980s, being on a soap opera was…

2026 Stanley Cup Final open thread: Game 5

2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs Stanley Cup Final Game 5: Carolina Hurricanes vs. Vegas Golden Knights Series tied 2-2 How to watch Start time: 8:00 PM EDT / 5:00 PM PDT In Canada: CBC, Sportsnet (English) TVA Sports (French) In the U.S.: ABC Streaming: Sportsnet+ A patented fast start in the opening period by the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 4 was answered by a strong second frame from the Vegas Golden Knights, leaving a tight series in a 3-3 tie heading into the third perio...

The Panthers have agreed to a 3 year extension with Jalen Coker

The Panthers have agreed to an extension with their undrafted free agent gem wide receiver Jalen Coker, who was criminally underpaid following a revelation of a 2025 season. After spending 2025 on the RFA tender and then again in 2026, the Panthers have locked Coker up before he could have potentially been even more expensive […]

Panthers lock up promising Bryce Young weapon with new contract

While expectations are high for Tetairoa McMillan to have an even bigger year in the 2026-27 season, it appears the Carolina Panthers are ensuring the entire wide receiver room remains intact. On Thursday, reports indicate the club is extending one of Bryce Young’s promising young weapons. Jalen Coker, who is 24 years old, is signing […] The post Panthers lock up promising Bryce Young weapon with new contract appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Canadian Team Linked to Veteran Forward Jake DeBrusk

In the summer of 2024, the Vancouver Canucks were coming off a fantastic season where they finished first in the Pacific Division with a record of 50-23-9. They didn’t make it far in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, falling short against the rival Edmonton Oilers in the second round, and with the team trying to push […] The post Canadian Team Linked to Veteran Forward Jake DeBrusk appeared first on HEAVY .

Sabres Trade Rumors: Alex Tuch Situation Could Force Trade Of Buffalo Blueliner

The Alex Tuch situation continues to drag on for the Buffalo Sabres, and it's starting to look more and more like he's going to the open market July 1.  David Pagnotta and Irfan Gaffar spoke about the pending UFA's situation on DFO Rundown on Thursday, and Pagnotta said that "As of now, he's going to free agency... Unless there is a shift & change from Buffalo's perspective." Indeed, the two sides are not even close. "If this were close, it would be done," added Pagnotta.  The inside...

2026 NHL Free Agent Check-in: Alex Tuch

Another day, and another potential unrestricted free agent is taken off of the board. In this case it’s Michael McCarron choosing Jucy Lucy burgers over free agency as he stays in Minnesota for six years at $3.33 million a year (the Yanni Gourde special!). With the big, bottom-six forward off of the market, things are getting bleak for anyone hoping to improve their offense on the free-agent market. One name is still out there, though, and unlike Dylan Larkin, could fill a need that the Tampa ...

Avalanche’s Joe Sakic gets real on how past trade deadlines impact 2026-27 team

Despite an outstanding regular season and strong playoff run, the 2025-26 campaign still ended in disappointment for the Colorado Avalanche. A four-game sweep at the hands of the Vegas Golden Knights in the Western Conference Final led to yet another early exit for the Avalanche. Now, as the team turns its focus to the 2026-27 […] The post Avalanche’s Joe Sakic gets real on how past trade deadlines impact 2026-27 team appeared first on ClutchPoints .