NHL

Barkov, 'best player in the world,' wins 2nd Selke

Center Aleksander Barkov, the 28-year-old captain of the Florida Panthers, won the Selke Trophy as the NHL's best defensive forward, the league announced on Saturday night, the second time in his young career he has been honored with the award. ... Continue Reading

Canes re-sign Brind'Amour off latest playoff run

The Hurricanes have re-signed coach Rod Brind'Amour and his staff to multiyear contracts, keeping one of the best in the NHL behind the bench around for the long term. ... Continue Reading

NHL odds to win 2024 playoffs, Stanley Cup, conference futures

2024 NHL futures odds for every team to win their series, advance to the Final and to win the Stanley Cup. ... Continue Reading

NHL playoffs MVP, Conn Smythe Trophy betting odds

Every player's odds to win the Conn Smythe Trophy in the 2024 NHL Stanley Cup playoffs. ... Continue Reading

Who wins Game 7? Key players, final score predictions for Canucks-Oilers

The Dallas Stars await the victors of this Western Canadian clash. Here's everything you need to know, including how to watch. ... Continue Reading

Source: Boeser (blood clots) not expected in G7

Vancouver veteran right wing Brock Boeser, who leads the Canucks with seven goals and 12 points this postseason, is unlikely to play Monday night in his club's Game 7 matchup with the Edmonton Oilers, a source told ESPN's Greg Wyshynski on Sunday night. ... Continue Reading

U.S. advances at hockey worlds; Canada now 6-0

Latvia prevailed over Slovakia 3-2 in a penalty shootout Sunday to send the United States to the next round of the ice hockey world championship. Also, Dylan Cozens rallied Canada past Switzerland 3-2 for its sixth win in six games. ... Continue Reading

Rangers' Wheeler (leg) eyes return in East finals

After rejoining practice over the past few weeks, Rangers forward Blake Wheeler has declared himself "an option and available" for the Eastern Conference finals against the Panthers. ... Continue Reading

NHL draft Big Board: Updated top-32 rankings following under-18 championships, draft lottery

With the draft order set and many prospects' seasons over, here's the new list ahead of the draft combine in June. ... Continue Reading

Post-lottery NHL mock draft: San Jose on the clock at No. 1

The Sharks, Blackhawks and Ducks have the top three picks, with Macklin Celebrini, Artyom Levshunov and Cole Eiserman among top prospects available. ... Continue Reading

Why everyone -- including Draymond Green and Steve Kerr -- sees Macklin Celebrini as a can't-miss prospect

The expected No. 1 pick in the upcoming draft, Celebrini has seen athletic success up close over the years with his dad working for a number of professional sports teams. ... Continue Reading

Rangers' Wheeler up for return in East finals

After rejoining practice over the past few weeks, Rangers forward Blake Wheeler has declared himself "an option and available" for the Eastern Conference finals against the Panthers. ... Continue Reading

Private equity in the NFL? How team ownership might shift

A move to allow private equity firms to invest in NFL teams would represent a large shift in how the league has historically operated. ... Continue Reading

Stanley Cup Playoffs Central: Bracket, schedule, game previews for the NHL's postseason

From the first round all the way through the Stanley Cup Final, ESPN has you covered. Explore the full results, and coverage on each team. ... Continue Reading

Skinner 'great' in return as Oilers force Game 7

Oilers goaltender Stuart Skinner allowed just one goal in his return to the net as Edmonton forced a Game 7 with a 5-1 win over the Canucks. ... Continue Reading