Predators edge Canucks, 2-1, push series to Game 6 back home

In Vancouver, the Nashville Predators extended their postseason with a 2-1 win over the Canucks on Tuesday night. After a scoreless first 40 minutes the two teams broke out in the third, so to speak, with the Preds’ Alexandre Carrier  … Continue reading

Maple Leafs extend series to Game 6, on home ice

In Boston, the Toronto Maple Leafs faced elimination on Tuesday night in Game 5 with the Bruins.“You want to build positive momentum your own way,” Maple Leafs coach Sheldon Keefe said. “And yeah, you want to make them be uncomfortable. … Continue reading

Islanders come up short, Canes take series in Game 5 win

In Raleigh, after taking a 3-1 lead n the opening stanza, the Hurricanes surrendered two goals to the New York Islanders in the middle frame to head to the third period, tied, 3-3. In the third, Carolina hit for three … Continue reading

Panthers end Tampa Bay’s season in Game 5 win

In Sunrise, the Panthers took a 2-1 lead over the Tampa Lightning into the third period on Monday night. “Just to be in a playoff series against your biggest rival is so cool and so much fun to begin with,’’ … Continue reading

Skinner, Oilers shut out LA, 1-0

In Los Angeles, Stuart Skinner made 33 saves  for the Edmonton Oilers in a 1-0 win over the Kings in Game 4 on Sunday night.“It’s the playoffs,” Edmonton’s Corey Perry said. “These are the types of games you have to win. … Continue reading