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'Incredible' Tkachuk returns, nets 2 for Panthers
Florida forward Matthew Tkachuk made his long-awaited return to the lineup, scoring twice in the second period, as the Panthers handled the rival Tampa Bay Lightning, 6-2, in their Eastern Conference first-round series opener at Amalie Arena on Tuesday.
Limping Lightning seek 'another level' after loss
With a raucous crowd and optimism abound, the Tampa Bay Lightning finally opened their Eastern Conference first-round series with the rival Florida Panthers on Tuesday night, only to drop a deflating 6-2 decision to the defending Stanley Cup champions.
Isles won't renew Lamoriello's deal, seek new GM
Hockey Hall of Famer Lou Lamoriello, 82, is out as president and general manager of the New York Islanders, after the team said Tuesday the longtime executive's contract was not being renewed following a year in which the club failed to make the playoffs.
Czechs condemn Russian threats against Hasek
Czech leaders have condemned threats made by a former Russian president and prime minister against NHL great Dominik Hasek for his critical stance of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Oilers hoping 'X-factor' Kane returns vs. Kings
Edmonton forward Evander Kane, 33, who has not played since Game 2 of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final on June 10, could make his season debut in the Western Conference first-round series against the Los Angeles Kings, Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch said Tuesday.
Kraken promote Francis to prez, Botterill to GM
The Seattle Kraken announced Tuesday they have promoted GM Ron Francis to president of hockey operations and Jason Botterill to GM one day after firing coach Dan Bylsma.
Ex-Canada world juniors players plead not guilty
Five members of Canada's 2018 world junior hockey team, charged with sexual assault last year for an incident that allegedly took place in June 2018 when they were in London, Ontario, pleaded not guilty Tuesday.

Florida forward Matthew Tkachuk made his long-awaited return to the lineup, scoring twice in the second period, as the Panthers handled the rival Tampa Bay Lightning, 6-2, in their Eastern Conference first-round series opener at Amalie Arena on Tuesday.

With a raucous crowd and optimism abound, the Tampa Bay Lightning finally opened their Eastern Conference first-round series with the rival Florida Panthers on Tuesday night, only to drop a deflating 6-2 decision to the defending Stanley Cup champions.

Hockey Hall of Famer Lou Lamoriello, 82, is out as president and general manager of the New York Islanders, after the team said Tuesday the longtime executive's contract was not being renewed following a year in which the club failed to make the playoffs.

Czech leaders have condemned threats made by a former Russian president and prime minister against NHL great Dominik Hasek for his critical stance of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Edmonton forward Evander Kane, 33, who has not played since Game 2 of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final on June 10, could make his season debut in the Western Conference first-round series against the Los Angeles Kings, Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch said Tuesday.

The Seattle Kraken announced Tuesday they have promoted GM Ron Francis to president of hockey operations and Jason Botterill to GM one day after firing coach Dan Bylsma.

Five members of Canada's 2018 world junior hockey team, charged with sexual assault last year for an incident that allegedly took place in June 2018 when they were in London, Ontario, pleaded not guilty Tuesday.