Alex Ovechkin's power-play goal with 7:27 remaining snapped a tie and gave the Capitals a 3-2 victory over the Rangers that squared the Eastern Conference semifinal series 1-1 on Monday night, according to an ESPN.com report.
April 2012 - Hockey Wiretap
Owner: Barclays Could Support NHL Team
The developer and owner of Brooklyn's new Barclays Center believes his facility can hold hockey for more than just a passing game or two.
Bruce Ratner, who will welcome the NBA's Nets to Brooklyn next season, is hopeful of the arena's potential NHL prospects as well, perhaps even playing host to the Islanders, who are looking for a new home.
"(Barclays Center) was made for hockey and basketball," Ratner told The Associated Press. "It could easily support a hockey team."
Boyle Game-Time Decision
Rangers forward Brian Boyle, who has missed the past three games with a concussion, appears to be a game-time decision for Monday's Game 2 against the Capitals at MSG, according to an ESPN.com report.
Adams Finalists: Hitchcock, MacLean, Tortorella
Ken Hitchcock, Paul MacLean and John Tortorella have been nominated for the Jack Adams Award, which goes to the coach who has contributed most to his team's success.
Blues' Pietrangelo Misses Practice
Blues defenseman Alex Pietrangelo was not at practice on Sunday, the morning after getting checked face-first into the boards by Dwight King in St. Louis' loss.
Coach Ken Hitchcock did not rule out Pietrangelo for Monday night, but he's decided on Ian Cole as a potential replacement.
Coyotes Win To Take Commanding Series Lead
With five players scoring Sunday night, the Coyotes beat the Predators 5-3 on Sunday to take a 2-0 lead in the Western Conference semifinal series, according to an ESPN.com report.
Shane Doan, Radim Vrbata, Antoine Vermette and Martin Hanzal each had a goal and an assist, and Taylor Pyatt also scored.
Flyers Take Game 1 In Overtime
Danny Briere scored the winning goal 4:36 into overtime, leading the Flyers to a 4-3 win over the Devils on Sunday to open this Eastern Conference semifinal series, according to an ESPN.com report.
Kings Beat Blues In Road Opener
Matt Greene scored short-handed late in the second period for the lead and Jonathan Quick was strong in net throughout as the Kings beat the Blues 3-1 in the opener of a Western Conference semifinal series on Saturday night, according to an ESPN.com report.
Kreider Leads Rangers Past Capitals
Chris Kreider scored the go-ahead goal and then set up Brad Richards' insurance tally 90 seconds later in the third period to lift New York to a 3-1 victory over the Washington Capitals on Saturday in the opening game of the Eastern Conference semifinal series.
Kreider Leads Rangers Past Capitals
Chris Kreider scored the go-ahead goal and then set up Brad Richards' insurance tally 90 seconds later in the third period to lift New York to a 3-1 victory over the Washington Capitals on Saturday in the opening game of the Eastern Conference semifinal series.
Jackets Sign Michael Chaput To Entry Deal
The Blue Jackets have signed center MIchael Chaput to a three-year entry level contract.
Coyotes Beat Predators in OT To Open Series
The Coyotes opened the Western Conference semifinals with a 4-3 OT win over the Predators on Friday night.
Obergan's $0.10 After The First Round
After an extremely entertaining first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, here are ten things that have nothing to do with concussions, suspensions or brawls.
Patrice Bergeron Had Torn Oblique Against Caps
Bruins forward Patrice Bergeron suffered a partially torn oblique muscle in Game 3 of the series against the Capitals.
Brian Boyle Might Be Available Saturday
After missing the last two games with a concussion, Brian Boyle might be available for Game 1 against the Capitals on Saturday.
Hart Finalists: Lundqvist, Malkin, Stamkos
The Hart Trophy is awarded to the NHL's most valuable player.
Devils Eliminate Panthers
Adam Henrique scored at 3:47 of the second overtime to give the Devils a 3-2 victory over the Panthers.
Rangers Hold Off Senators To Advance
The Rangers beat the Senators 2-1 on Thursday night to advance to the second round.
Theodore To Start In Goal For Panthers
Jose Theodore is expected to be the Panthers' starting goalie against the Devils in Game 7 Thursday night.
Capitals' Ward Won't Let Racial Tweets Ruin Win
Joel Ward has been the target of racial slurs on his Twitter page after his goal eliminated the Bruins.
Chara, Karlsson, Weber Named Norris Finalists
The Norris Trophy is given to the NHL's top defenseman.
Ward, Caps Oust Bruins From Playoffs
The Capitals beat the Bruins 2-1 in OT Wednesday night to advance to the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Jackets Sign Nick Drazenovic To Two-Way Deal
The Jackets have signed forward Nick Drazenovic to a one-year, two-way NHL-AHL contract.
Vezina Finalists: Lundqvist, Quick, Rinne
The Vezina Trophy is awarded to be best goaltender as voted by the NHL's thirty GM's.
Devils Extend Season On Zajac's Goal
Travis Zajac's OT goal gave the Devils a 3-2 win over the Panthers on Tuesday night to force Game 7 of their first-round playoff series.
Finalists For Masterton Trophy Announced
Daniel Alfredsson, Joffrey, and Max Pacioretty have been named finalists for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy.
Alfredsson Embarrassed Over Outburst
Daniel Alfredsson said Tuesday he was embarrassed by his conduct that may have hurt his team against the Rangers.
Panthers' Garrison To Miss Third Straight Game
The Panthers will have to play without Jason Garrison on Tuesday night against the Devils.
Tlusty Signs Two-Year Deal With Hurricanes
Jiri Tlusty has signed a new two-year deal with the Hurricanes for $3.2M.
Ovechkin Admits Anger Over Ice Time
Alex Ovechkin acknowledged Tuesday that "of course, sometimes I get angry I didn't play."
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