Stanley Cup Playoffs

Predictions, some of which are a bit off the wall, on who will advance to the NHL's Conference Finals.

The Washington Capitals have been reminded of their past playoff history, and blown advantages, over and over. But unlike those past Capitals, the 2011 squad finished the job early, as they actually beat the Rangers in a clinching Game 5 win.

A bottom-to-top ranking of the 16 2011 NHL Stanley Cup Playoff contenders according to their likelihood of etching their names in eternal glory.

The Penguins and Lightning meet in the first round of the 2011 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Here are some reasons why the Stanley Cup Playoffs are one of the most exciting tournaments in pro sports.

With the 2010 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs entering the Conference Final round, we look back at five of the best playoff performances in history.

The Montreal Canadiens eliminated the Washington Capitals by a score of 2-1 in game 7 of their 1st round NHL playoffs series. The Capitals had held the best record in the NHL during the regular season, winning the Presidents Trophy.

When the 7th seed Philadelphia Flyers head up I-95 to meet up with the 2nd seed New Jersey Devils on Wednesday night it will be the beginning of another battle of the Atlantic Division rivals.

The Las Vegas Hilton Superbook has released the odds to win all eight Stanley Cup opening playoff series with three teams installed as prohibitive favorites.

Detroit is no longer atop the Western Conference though they are still in the thick of things. San Jose looks to shake off the "choker" label while Chicago hopes for another playoff run. How will this first round turn out?

As the Stanley Cup Playoffs progress, one thing is clear: A hot goal tender can take you a long way.

A description of a hockey viewing package that has been put together by the NHL for the playoffs.

The Stanley Cup playoffs are the best in all of professional sports. Here is a short piece stating why that statement is a fact.

Round one predictions for the NHL Eastern Conference Playoffs

A preview of the NHL Stanley Cup playoffs and end of season awards, with seedings based on standings as of April 14, 2006.

Who failed who in Philadelphia? Was the trade of Mike Richards a necessary step in the Flyers' goal to championship, or is it an admission that management has failed its club?

Hockey is such a great sport.It's playable outdoors, and indoors. It's not hindered much by the elements(unseasonable warmth not withstanding.) and best of all, some of the worlds best athletes play it! Goalies, believe it or not, are not that athletic.

A quick recap of the two NHL Conference Finals.

There is a very simple reason why hockey is less popular than other major sports in the U.S.

A preview of Canucks vs Sharks in the West, and Bruins vs Lightning in the East for the 2011 Stanley Cup Conference Finals.

Overtime and Game 7s crowded the opening round of these playoffs. What to make of the results?

Opinion

Eight surprisingly chalky picks for the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs.

Where In the world is some hockey equipment? In recent days many, people have stopped playing sports, but for some reason hockey is coming back. Hockey is a sport were two teams of eight players each (For a total of sixteen).

The Conference Semifinals has a lot of intrigue and storyline behind it, which teams have an edge in this second round?

Vancouver is once again division champs and are looking to rebound after a disappointing end last year. The Kings are back in the playoffs after a long exodus but can they pull off an upset against the favored Canucks?

Washington has shown to be the best team in the 2009-2010 season. However, Pittsburgh is the defending Stanley Cup Champions. How will the first round turn out for these two teams as well as New Jersey and Buffalo?

The Playoffs have started for the New York Rangers and they head into game seven against the Philadelphia Flyers on Sunday afternoon after an impressive 4-3 win at the Garden.

Going into last night's game against the Atlanta Thrashers the Rangers trailed the Boston Bruins by five points. The five points separating the two teams equals an eight place entry to the second season which the Bruins now hold.

There is a great confusion about what makes a game into a "sport". Here are six criteria of what determines a sport, and an explanation of why golf is not a sport.

We have all done it: We use sports, professional or not, as a way to mark the year.

Hockey is a physical, demanding sport that has been around for more than a century. It is the ultimate test of endurance, will and teamwork. Fighting has been a part of hockey since its inception.

My view on fighting in the NHL.