National Hockey League

Leafs' Stolarz progressing, but not close to return

Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz continues to work his way back from an undisclosed injury but doesn't appear close to a return in Toronto's second-round Eastern Conference playoff series against the Florida Panthers.

Jets' Hellebuyck posts 1st playoff shutout since '21

Winnipeg's Connor Hellebuyck, who entering Game 2 had been the worst goalie statistically in these playoffs, posted his first postseason shutout since 2021 to help the Jets even their series with the Stars at one game apiece.

Marchand's OT score cuts Panthers' deficit to 2-1

Brad Marchand scored on a deflected shot at 15:27 of overtime as the Panthers beat the Maple Leafs 5-4 in Game 3 to cut their deficit in the Eastern Conference semifinal series to 2-1.

Canada blanks Slovenia to open hockey worlds

Canada opened the ice hockey world championship by shutting out newcomer Slovenia 4-0.

Vegas' Roy dodges suspension for G2 cross-check

Golden Knights forward Nicolas Roy was fined but not suspended Friday for cross-checking the Oilers' Trent Frederic in the face in Game 2.

U.S. opens worlds slate with shutout of Denmark

Matty Beniers scored two goals and Joey Daccord recorded 26 saves as the United States blanked Denmark 5-0 on the opening day of the ice hockey world championship.

🏒 Top prospects for the 2025 NHL draft

There's a consensus on the top four -- after that, all bets are off. Who will your team select in June?