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Running analysis of Round 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs
Our hockey writers are sharing observations throughout Round 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Check back for daily analysis.
Mangiapane scores late, Capitals beat Canadiens 5-2 to take 3-1 series lead
MONTREAL — Andrew Mangiapane scored the go-ahead goal with 3:37 remaining in the third period as the Washington Capitals defeated the Montreal Canadiens 5-2 in Game 4 of their first-round playoff ...
Devils, Canadiens and Oilers return home looking to climb out of 2-0 series deficits
The Canadiens look the closest to turning the tide after erasing a multigoal deficit in the third period of the opener to ...
What will Capitals get when Aliaksei Protas returns — and who sits?
Protas’ return to the lineup is either pending or close to it. The Capitals could sure use him, but that means benching ...
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Thompson dazzles late as the Capitals beat the Canadiens in Game 2 to take a 2-0 series lead
Connor McMichael and Dylan Strome scored a minute apart early in the second period, Logan Thompson made some spectacular ...
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Capitals hold off Canadiens in Game 2, extend Eastern 1st Round lead
WASHINGTON -- Logan Thompson made 25 saves, including 14 in the third period, and the Washington Capitals extended their lead ...
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NBA: Anthony Davis Could Be Key to GM Nico Harrisons Future with the Mavericks
The future of Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison may hinge on one figure: Anthony Davis. The team faces pivotal ...
“A goal is a goal”: Alex Ovechkin marks first overtime playoff goal with a reminder
Alexander Ovechkin’s record-breaking journey to 895 goals has been marked by humility and teamwork. Even after scoring his ...
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The start of the NHL playoffs has been hard-hitting, with just about everyone getting physical
The start of the NHL playoffs is off to a heavy-hitting start, with nearly 80 per game early in the first round after an ...