NHL

What History Says About the Maple Leafs’ Tavares-Matthews Captaincy Swap

Just how rare is it for a team to switch from a longstanding captain — and keep the old guy around?

Aug 22 •

The Florida Panthers Got Tough Enough to Win the Cup

It's easy to be skeptical about old-school grit, but the success of Florida's transformation is undeniable.

Jun 25 •

🏒 2023-24 NHL Team Elo Power Rankings & Goals Above Replacement Player Ratings 📉

Ratings and forecasts for every NHL team and player this season.

Jun 25 •

Can the Oilers End Canada’s Stanley Cup Losing Streak in Game 7s?

Canadian teams have a knack for taking the Final to 7 games — and then losing. Edmonton is trying to change that.

Jun 24 •

How Often Does the Best Player in the Stanley Cup Finals Win It?

The Panthers have the best team, but the Oilers have Connor McDavid.

Jun 4 •

The Florida Panthers Are Trying to Be the Rarest Type of Repeat Stanley Cup Finalist

Only 13 percent of back-to-back Finalists have done what Florida is aiming for.

Jun 3 •

Would Connor McDavid vs. the Rangers Guarantee Big Interest in the Stanley Cup?

"Biggest Market versus Biggest Star" sounds good on paper, but how much has that mattered in the past?

May 23 •

Sergei Bobrovsky and the Panthers Are Confusing Us All over Again

Hockey's most up-and-down goalie (maybe ever?) is incapable of providing a dull moment.

May 17 •

Are the Vancouver Canucks Underrated?

Vancouver has the lowest Stanley Cup odds of any team not in a 2-0 hole. But is that deserved?

May 8 •

This Looks Like the NHL’s Most Stacked “Elite Eight” Ever

Despite losing the defending champs, this second round is mega-talented on paper.

May 6 •

This Colorado Avalanche Offense Is Historically Scary

But can offense really win you a Stanley Cup?

May 3 •

The L.A. Kings’ Potential Misery Has Some Company — But Not Much

The Kings are trying desperately not to join an exclusive club of teams who lost to the same opponent in three straight postseasons.

Apr 24 •

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