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In the season's final days, there's no reason to trust the Avalanche any longer. Their season was a colossal failure.
What's wrong with the Wild? The answer isn't necessarily what you'd expect.
A look at Monday's NHL slate, including why Arizona is a team you don't want to touch, even if other struggling teams can provide value.
Alex Ovechkin's slump has hit career-worst proportions, plus intriguing depth pickups for an atypically busy Monday in the NHL.
Richard Bachman came out of nowhere to have a huge night Sunday. It's been a week full of stars playing like Stars and a couple unexpected performances.
Despite all attention being on Sunday's big Oscar flub, there were some significant moves made in the NHL. That includes two big trades.
The Arizona Coyotes are providing surprising value right now. Plus, Jonathan Drouin, remember when there were questions about his talent? Good times.
Gustav Nyquist may be forced onto the shelf until after the trade deadline and the secret is getting out on J.T. Miller.
If you can look past one of the greatest Super Bowls ever, the Islanders are having a resurgence and there's some quality depth additions to be found on their roster.
There are a couple of rookies we're forgetting about and they're worth digging into it.
Antti Raanta has taken over the starting gig from Henrik Lundqvist and he's earned it.
Among Sunday's surprises was the unexpected return of Johnny Gaudreau, who helped the Flames trounce the Ducks.
The Florida Panthers have fired coach Gerard Gallant, making him the surprising first coach to be fired this season.
A weird night in the NHL gives way to a packed schedule with a few marquee games on the slate.
After a fun Sunday slate, Monday is more sparse with a great matchup between the New York Islanders and Tampa Bay Lightning.
Artem Anisimov's 11-game point streak is the toast of the NHL.
The Heritage Classic didn't quite deliver on promises, but the young Flyers definitely are.
Young stars highlight the Heritage Classic, which precedes a couple of games that should provide great fantasy options.
Colorado is set to become a team with a lot of fantasy weapons
Day 1 of the postseason is in the rearview, and we're looking at a few things the box score won't tell you.
It's the penultimate day of the season, with all 30 teams on the slate. Take it in, the playoffs are just around the corner.
The key to finding late season success from players may be trying to find the ones who are still motivated by something beyond pride
Alex Ovechkin and Patrick Kane hit a couple impressive milestones in Friday's action.
The postseason is almost here, and while the West is largely settled, there's a lot at stake in the East still.
With plenty of meaningful hockey happening Saturday, one game rises above the others in its ability to impact the postseason and provide serious drama
The Islanders snap their slump and it's a good sign that the sky is not falling in Brooklyn.
Three major players have been taken off the board in the last 24 hours, changing the playoff race in the West and fantasy plans everywhere.
Blake Wheeler is wildly under-valued and had all his tool taken from him at the trade deadline. But he's transcending those obstacles.
Dennis Wideman returns from his 20-game suspension and Alex Galchenyuk might be the league's hottest player right now.
Thomas Greiss just got cast in a starring role for the Islanders and it's time to see if he can handle the spotlight.
Is this the year Corey Crawford wins a Vezina? Dustin Nelson looks at the man who may be your new frontrunner for goalie of the year.
The Columbus Blue Jackets are rallying when it doesn't matter for their season, but it could matter in fantasy.
Now is the time for big-game players to start playing big. Dustin Nelson looks at a few players stepping up.
With three trades in two days, Stan Bowman and the Blackhawks are all-in. Dustin Nelson looks at the fantasy impact.
Dustin Nelson looks over how impressive the San Jose Sharks have been on an individual level and why Jarome Iginla is a great play right now.
Shayne Gostisbehere is making a case of Calder contention and
The Minnesota Wild are bouncing back from their eight-game losing streak, while Patrick Sharp and Tomas Hertl require some expectation adjustments.
The Minnesota Wild are ailing and it's time to stop giving their star players your trust.
Dion Phaneuf made his debut with the Senators Wednesday and there were mixed results.
Early season storylines aren't always storylines that last. Just ask Sidney Crosby, the Anaheim Ducks or Tyler Johnson.
The Montreal Canadiens lost again on Wednesday and desperately seeking the return of Carey Price. Until that happens, it's tough to trust many players in Montreal.
Dylan Larkin and Aaron Ekblad are having an under-appreciated impact on their team. Petr Mrazek simply isn't getting the love he deserves. That ends now.
The Jonathan Drouin Saga goes on and on and on.
The Penguins and Ducks swapped struggling wingers and Patrick Kane scored his first hat trick. (Really. His first.)
The Anaheim Ducks are starting to recover from a terrible start to the season, as is Jakub Voracek.
Ryan Johansen makes his debut with the Nashville Predators and looks right at home
It was a busy day in the NHL, so we break down what moves with Seth Jones, Ryan Johansen, Mike Richards, Vincent Lecavalier and Luke Schenn mean.
The Winter Classic is still fun, but I prefer when there are 24 teams in action.