All signs point toward a Mats Zuccarello return for the Wild in Game 5
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7235143/2026/04/27/mats-zuccarello-return-minnesota-wild-game-5/ Zuccarello practiced Monday for the first time since being elbowed in the face in Game 1 of the Wild-Stars series.
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All signs point toward a Mats Zuccarello return for the Wild in Game 5
Zuccarello practiced Monday for the first time since being elbowed in the face in Game 1 of the Wild-Stars series.
The AthleticWhat I'm hearing about debate over Ducks' overtime goal vs. Oilers
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7234917/2026/04/27/overtime-goal-oilers-ducks-nhl/ In the end, league sources said, it was a clear-cut decision from the NHL’s perspective.
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What I’m hearing about the overtime goal debate with the Oilers and Ducks
In the end, league sources said, it was a clear-cut decision from the NHL’s perspective.
The AthleticThe Oilers are on the brink, because a puck (apparently) trickled across the goal line
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7234036/2026/04/27/oilers-ducks-overtime-goal-game-4/ After two consecutive trips to the Stanley Cup Final, the Oilers now need a big comeback to escape the first round.
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The Oilers are on the brink, because a puck (apparently) trickled across the goal line
After two consecutive trips to the Stanley Cup Final, the Oilers now need a big comeback to escape the first round.
The AthleticAn incredible OT hockey finish, plus the NFL's best draft classes
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An incredible OT hockey finish, plus the NFL’s best draft classes
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🦆 Ducks fly in OT
👽 Wemby’s return
🧮 The best NFL draft classes
Forgive me for invoking the wrath of 2016 Lebron James this morning, but we sure do have a lot of playoff series — in both the NHL and NBA — that feel over at 3-1 after a full slate of postseason action last night.
Let’s start on the ice, because the NHL’s game ended last:
At nearly 1...
The AthleticLet's find 3 positive thoughts for each of the NHL’s 16 most hopeless teams
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7232991/2026/04/27/nhl-hopeless-teams-positivity-2025-26/ Even for teams that missed the playoffs, a rough season isn't all bad in the annual check in on the bright side of NHL life.
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Let’s find 3 positive thoughts for each of the NHL’s 16 most hopeless teams
Even for teams that missed the playoffs, a rough season isn't all bad in the annual check in on the bright side of NHL life.
The AthleticNHL playoffs' retribution mentality on display with Ridly Greig sucker punch
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7233492/2026/04/27/nhl-playoffs-fights-ridly-greig-sucker-punch/ The dynastic Florida Panthers demonstrated that today's Stanley Cup contenders must be able to thrive in the gutter.
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NHL playoffs’ retribution mentality on display with Ridly Greig sucker punch
The dynastic Florida Panthers demonstrated that today's Stanley Cup contenders must be able to thrive in the gutter.
The AthleticHow Wyatt Cullen became talk of 2026 NHL Draft: 'You can't really stop him'
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7231745/2026/04/27/wyatt-cullen-nhl-draft-2026/ Cullen is trending to go in the front half of the first round and is even flirting with the top 10 for some scouts.
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How Wyatt Cullen became talk of 2026 NHL Draft: ‘You can’t really stop him’
Cullen is trending to go in the front half of the first round and is even flirting with the top 10 for some scouts.
The AthleticNHL 2025-26 Stanley Cup playoff chances and projected standings
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6694758/2026/04/27/nhl-2025-26-stanley-cup-playoff-chances-and-projected-standings/ Welcome to our 2025-26 NHL projections where you will find each team’s projected point total and chances of winning the Stanley Cup.
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NHL 2025-26 Stanley Cup playoff chances and projected standings
Welcome to our 2025-26 NHL projections where you will find each team’s projected point total and chances of winning the Stanley Cup.
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