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New Jersey Devils forward Timo Meier has post-season surgery on his shoulder

New Jersey Devils forward Timo Meier has post-season surgery on his shoulder

NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — New Jersey Devils leading scorer Timo Meier has had elective arthroscopic surgery on his shoulder. The Devils said Meier had the surgery on Tuesday, eight days after their highly-anticipated season ended without a playoff berth.
Hurricanes rely on veteran composure in the big rally for a 2-0 series lead on the Islanders

Hurricanes rely on veteran composure in the big rally for a 2-0 series lead on the Islanders

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — The value from years of postseason lessons showed up in a desperate time for the Carolina Hurricanes as they turned a big deficit into a memorable comeback after long stretches of downright dominant play.
'Kings fatigue,' high prices dampen enthusiasm for Oilers playoff tickets

'Kings fatigue,' high prices dampen enthusiasm for Oilers playoff tickets

EDMONTON — The in-house decibel meter shot past 100 throughout the game. More than 1,150 hats — 14 bags full — were collected after Zach Hyman scored his third goal of the game.
Samsonov's solid play, mental resolve helps Leafs tie Bruins 1-1: 'He's battled hard'

Samsonov's solid play, mental resolve helps Leafs tie Bruins 1-1: 'He's battled hard'

BOSTON — Ilya Samsonov had just made a small mistake that quickly turned into a massive problem. The Maple Leafs goaltender fumbled a puck late in the first period of Game 2 against the Bruins.
Five things to know about the NHL playoffs

Five things to know about the NHL playoffs

Mark Stone of the Vegas Golden Knights went from the 26-game injured reserve list to the Game 1 Dallas scoresheet in 83 seconds, the Boston fan with the big sign "Matthews STILL stuck on 69!" was nowhere to be seen after last night's Leafs-Bruins' ga
Oilers beat Kings to open playoffs in first Game 1 win since 2017

Oilers beat Kings to open playoffs in first Game 1 win since 2017

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers have won a Game 1 for the first time in seven years. Edmonton beat the visiting Los Angeles Kings 7-4 on Monday night to open their first-round, best-of-seven NHL playoff series.
Golden Knights take 1-0 lead into game 2 against the Stars

Golden Knights take 1-0 lead into game 2 against the Stars

Vegas Golden Knights (45-29-8, fourth in the Pacific Division) vs. Dallas Stars (52-21-9, first in the Central Division) Dallas; Wednesday, 9:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK : LINE Stars -155, Golden Knights +130; over/under is 5.
Hyman, McDavid lead Oilers to 7-4 playoff win over Kings

Hyman, McDavid lead Oilers to 7-4 playoff win over Kings

EDMONTON — For once the Edmonton Oilers won’t have to dig themselves out of a hole to start the NHL playoffs.
NHL roundup: Matthews scores winner, Toronto beats Boston 3-2 to tie series 1-1

NHL roundup: Matthews scores winner, Toronto beats Boston 3-2 to tie series 1-1

BOSTON (AP) — Auston Matthews scored on a breakaway to snap a third-period tie with eight minutes left, and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Boston Bruins 3-2 on Monday night to knot their first-round playoff series at one game apiece.
Vegas captain Stone scores quick in return and defending Cup champions open with 4-3 win at Dallas

Vegas captain Stone scores quick in return and defending Cup champions open with 4-3 win at Dallas

DALLAS (AP) — Vegas captain Mark Stone scored quickly after missing two months and his first-time linemate Tomas Hertl had a nifty goal in his playoff debut for the Golden Knights.