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nationaltoday. com > us > nv > las-vegas > news > 04/16/2026 > golden-knights-clinch-playoff-spot-eye-division-title-under-new-coach

Golden Knights Clinch Playoff Spot, Eye Division Title Under New Coach - Las Vegas Today

8+ hour ago  (341+ words) The team has gone 6-0-1 since John Tortorella took over as head coach, showing a renewed sense of belief. Apr. 16, 2026 at 3: 06am The Golden Knights were struggling under former head coach Bruce Cassidy, losing what the team's general manager called their "spirit....

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nationaltoday. com > us > il > chicago > news > 04/16/2026 > chicago-blackhawks-extend-gm-kyle-davidsons-contract-1

Chicago Blackhawks Extend GM Kyle Davidson's Contract - Chicago Today

3+ hour, 41+ min ago  (282+ words) Blackhawks chairman cites Davidson's vision and commitment to rebuilding the team Apr. 16, 2026 at 2: 38am The Blackhawks have missed the playoffs for six consecutive seasons and eight of the last nine. Davidson's extension signals the team's commitment to his long-term vision for…...

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nationaltoday. com > us > il > chicago > news > 04/16/2026 > blackhawks-defeat-sharks-in-overtime-thriller

Blackhawks Defeat Sharks in Overtime Thriller - Chicago Today

7+ hour, 1+ min ago  (297+ words) Chicago's NHL team rallies late to win a close game against San Jose. Apr. 16, 2026 at 1: 35am The Chicago Blackhawks defeated the San Jose Sharks 3-2 in overtime in a thrilling NHL matchup on April 15, 2026. The game was tied 2-2 at the end of…...

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Blackhawks Extend GM Kyle Davidson's Contract - Chicago Today

7+ hour, 44+ min ago  (313+ words) Chicago commits to Davidson's rebuilding plan despite team's last-place finish. Apr. 16, 2026 at 12: 52am The Blackhawks are in the midst of a major organizational overhaul after missing the playoffs for the past two seasons. Extending Davidson's contract signals the team's commitment to…...

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nationaltoday. com > us > il > chicago > news > 04/16/2026 > blackhawks-end-season-with-5-2-win-over-sharks

Blackhawks End Season with 5-2 Win Over Sharks - Chicago Today

3+ hour, 43+ min ago  (337+ words) Louis Crevier scores twice in the final period to lead Chicago to victory. Apr. 16, 2026 at 4: 27am The Chicago Blackhawks rallied in their season finale to beat the San Jose Sharks 5-2 on Wednesday night. Defenseman Louis Crevier scored two goals in the…...

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nationaltoday. com > us > wa > seattle > news > 04/16/2026 > golden-knights-clinch-pacific-division-with-win-against-kraken

Golden Knights clinch Pacific Division with win against Kraken - Seattle Today

3+ hour, 46+ min ago  (377+ words) Smith scores twice, Vegas closes regular season with 10-game point streak Apr. 16, 2026 at 4: 44am The Golden Knights' victory over the Kraken secures them the top spot in the Pacific Division, giving them home-ice advantage in the first round of the playoffs....

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nationaltoday. com > us > nc > raleigh > news > 04/15/2026 > hurricanes-get-kochetkov-back-for-playoffs

Hurricanes Get Kochetkov Back for Playoffs - Today in Raleigh

10+ hour ago  (412+ words) Goaltender returns from injury to bolster Carolina's postseason roster Apr. 15, 2026 at 10: 36pm The Carolina Hurricanes will have three healthy goaltenders available for their first-round playoff series against the Ottawa Senators, as Pyotr Kochetkov has recovered from a lower-body injury that kept…...

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nationaltoday. com > us > mi > detroit > news > 04/15/2026 > detroit-sports-teams-struggle-to-reach-playoffs

Detroit Sports Teams Struggle to Reach Playoffs - Today in Detroit

12+ hour, 44+ min ago  (410+ words) News correspondents discuss another disappointing season for the Red Wings, Tigers, and Pistons Apr. 15, 2026 at 7: 52pm In the latest episode of 'Sports Frenzy with Dean & Andy', news correspondents Dean Holzwarth and Andy Mc Donald recap another season without playoff hockey for…...

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nationaltoday. com > us > mi > detroit > news > 04/15/2026 > detroit-red-wings-seek-major-offseason-changes-after-missing-playoffs-again

Detroit Red Wings Seek Major Offseason Changes After Missing Playoffs Again - Today in Detroit

10+ hour, 9+ min ago  (294+ words) The once-dominant franchise has now missed the postseason for 10 straight seasons. Apr. 15, 2026 at 10: 26pm The Red Wings' general manager since 2019, Yzerman has been tasked with reviving the once-dominant franchise but has yet to guide them back to the playoffs. A top…...

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nationaltoday. com > us > pa > philadelphia > news > 04/15/2026 > philadelphia-flyers-clinch-first-playoff-berth-since-2020

Philadelphia Flyers Clinch First Playoff Berth Since 2020 - Philadelphia Today

17+ hour, 39+ min ago  (463+ words) Flyers' youth movement leads team to first home playoff series since 2018 as they prepare to face rival Pittsburgh Penguins Apr. 15, 2026 at 2: 57pm The Philadelphia Flyers have clinched their first playoff berth since 2020, led by a young core of players including 19-year-old…...