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Bruins take page out of Lamoriello's book to win G

Varlamov's stellar play thru 60 mins just not enough to overcome Boston's onslaught

The New York Islanders sure play like a Lou Lamoriello team. For much of Thursday, so did the Boston Bruins, who rode that wave to a 2-1 overtime win in Game 3 of the East Division final.
Additions of Mackey, Poolman have GM Treliving exc

Treliving signs two high-level NCAA D-Men to contracts

General manager Brad Treliving had a little bounce in his step after adding two highly-touted U.S. College defencemen, including one who is widely considered the most sought-after unsigned collegian this year.
Canadiens ship Barber, Varone to Penguins for Blan

Canadiens ship Barber, Varone to Penguins for Blandisi, Lucchini

The Pittsburgh Penguins have sent forwards Joseph Blandisi and Jake Lucchini to the Montreal Canadiens in exchange for fellow forwards Riley Barber and Phil Varone, the team announced Thursday.
3 trade deadline moves the Canadiens should explor

3 trade deadline moves the Canadiens should explore

The Canadiens will be one of just a few teams coming out of the bye week prepared to label themselves a conclusive seller between now and Feb. 24, and that gives them a lot of time to drum up interest.
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With style and substance, Pastrnak delivers in Bru

Pastrnak comes dressed for the occasion and picks up 3 on route to the Bruins' Game 1 victory

David Pastrnak’s flamboyant arena entrance on Saturday was somehow exceeded by his audacious performance as the fashionista scored three times to drive the Boston Bruins to a 5-2 victory in Game 1 of the National Hockey League’s East Division final.
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NHL/NHLPA talks on CBA include escrow cap, salary

Escrow it goes in ongoing CBA talks.....

As the NHL and NHLPA work towards an agreement on returning to play, the two sides are also trying to strike a deal on a CBA extension. Elliotte Friedman reports that those discussions have included a cap on escrow and a salary deferral for the players.
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Sabres fall to Penguins, make history with 15-game

Free-falling. Sabres continue plummeting to new lows with their 15th straight loss

Sidney Crosby picked up his 13th goal of the season, Tristan Jarry stopped 26 shots and the Pittsburgh Penguins push Buffalo's winless streak to 15 games and counting with a 5-2 victory on Wednesday night.
Eugene Melnyk responds to Ottawa Sun allegations,

Eugene Melnyk responds to Ottawa Sun allegations, Sun paper apologizes

Ottawa Senators owner Eugene Melnyk issued a statement on Friday in response to a pair of Ottawa Sun stories about Melnyk's involvement with the Sens Foundation and Organ Project charities.
Luongo's legacy could leave Canadiens' Price think

Luongo's legacy could leave Canadiens' Price thinking about his own

With Roberto Luongo's success both on and off the ice being commemorated with his jersey retirement, Carey Price could be wondering about his legacy having a similar distinction with the Montreal Canadiens.
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Canucks fall to Blue Jackets, Merzlikins solid in

Canucks' passive zone system is starting to hobble playoff hopes

Elvis Merzlikins made 26 saves in his return to action after missing four games with a concussion and the Columbus Blue Jackets held off the Vancouver Canucks for a 2-1 win on Sunday.
NHL makes ruling on pick conditions for Neal-Lucic

NHL makes ruling on pick conditions for Neal-Lucic trade

The NHL has made a ruling on the conditions in the July 2019 trade involving James Neal and Milan Lucic, as well as the Feb. 5 trade between the Los Angeles Kings and Toronto Maple Leafs involving Jack Campbell and Kyle Clifford.
Rangers extend contracts for GM Jeff Gorton, assis

Rangers extend contracts for GM Jeff Gorton, assistant GM Chris Drury

Jeff Gorton has been busy for the past few seasons retooling the New York Rangers and is being rewarded by the club for his efforts as he and assistant general manager Chris Drury were both given contract extensions
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Red Wings earn elusive win over Lightning in shoot

Plan the parade! Red Wings win second their in a row with a victory over the Lightning

Robby Fabbri scored the winning goal in a shootout to lift the Detroit Red Wings over Tampa Bay 5-4 on Sunday, snapping a 16-game losing streak against the Lightning in the regular season.
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Canucks' Benn the latest surprise in club's unpred

The Canucks' depth could be their most impressive, and valuable, asset this post season

It doesn’t make sense that Jordie Benn, having played seven games in eight months, should have one of his best performances of the season under unforgiving playoff circumstances. Then again, there are more than a few incredible things happening within these Canucks.
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Bill Daly sees summer 'window' to complete NHL sea

Daly not ruling out NHL "Beach Boys".....

Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly is hopeful that the NHL can fit in the end of the 2019-20 regular season and playoffs during the "bigger window" this summer and play a full schedule in the 2020-21 season.

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Report: Former Oilers GM Chiarelli interviews with

Report: Former Oilers GM Chiarelli interviews with Wild

Former Edmonton Oilers GM Peter Chiarelli and ex-Philadelphia Flyers GM Ron Hextall have interviewed for the recently vacated GM position with the Minnesota Wild, reports The Athletic's Michael Russo.
Blue Jackets' John Tortorella on benching Dubois:

Never-contrite Tortorella sounds off on Dubois departure

Fresh off a tumultuous start to the season and a blockbuster deal that saw his club lose its No. 1 centre, John Tortorella joined Chris Simpson for a wide-ranging interview set to air Wednesday on Sportsnet.