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U.S. defenseman tiers: Why Fox, McAvoy are in an elite class
With the Olympics looming, these two young blueliners will be pivotal members of the squad in Beijing. Where do other defensemen slot in?
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POWER RANKINGS
NHL Power Rankings: 1-32 poll, plus every team's breakout player
Another week, another new team atop the ranks. Plus, we identify the player who has leveled up for all 32 clubs.
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NEW NEW JERSEY JERSEY
STORY BEHIND THE LOOK
How Martin Brodeur helped create the Devils' new third jersey
The franchise legend helped develop the team's first alternate jersey, which is laced with symbolism throughout its many design features.
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NHL ON ESPN
How to watch NHL games on ESPN, ABC, ESPN+ and Hulu
Everything you need to know about how to watch the NHL on ESPN networks.
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The majesty of the NHL on ESPN theme: Narrated by Justin Bieber
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Tavares, Nylander lead Maple Leafs past Sharks 4-1
— John Tavares and William Nylander each had a goal and assist and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the San Jose Sharks 4-1 on Friday night.
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Matthews scores on the rebound for Maple Leafs
Auston Matthews nets a goal from up close to extend Toronto's lead.
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Jarry, Pens keep Isles winless in new arena, 1-0
— Tristan Jarry made 25 saves, Kasperi Kapanen scored in the second period and the Pittsburgh Penguins kept the depleted New York Islanders winless at their new arena with a 1-0 victory Friday night.
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Pavelski nets 2, reaches 400 career goals as Stars beat Avs
— Joe Pavelski scored twice in 20 seconds in the opening 1:31 to reach 400 career goals, and two goaltenders combined to shut down the NHL’s highest-scoring team Friday night, as the Dallas Stars beat the Colorado Avalanche 3-1.
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Blue Jackets outlast Canucks 4-2
The Blue Jackets are able to get two third-period goals, as they beat the Canucks 4-2.
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- Ovechkin's 28th career hat trick lifts Caps to win
- Sharks GM Wilson takes temporary medical leave
- Panarin penalized for tossing glove at Marchand
- Worth the wait: Wild win after traffic delays game
- Lightning expect center Point to miss 4-6 weeks
- Kyle Beach agrees to mediation with Blackhawks
- Devils' new black sweater has Jersey on front
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Inside Climate Pledge Arena
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First look at the Seattle Kraken's home, Climate Pledge Arena
Before the NHL's newest franchise take home ice for the first time, take a tour of the reconstructed arena that puts sustainability at the forefront.
NHL Rank: The top 100 players
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NHL Rank: Predicting the top 100 players for the 2021-22 season
We ranked the top 100 players based on how they'll play in 2021-22. A quartet of young, star centers tops the list.
All eyes on Auston Matthews
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All eyes on Auston Matthews
The Maple Leafs center is far from a traditional NHL superstar -- but he might be exactly the kind of star it needs.
