The Washington Capitals became the first NHL team this season to clinch a playoff spot, doing so after playing 69 games.

WASHINGTON -- Alex Ovechkin scored his 888th goal to move within seven goals of breaking Wayne Gretzky’s NHL record of 894, ...

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A late run can get them back into the postseason field. Plus, full playoff projections, draft lottery standings and more.

The NHL regular season will end in less than a month. One team on Thursday can become the first to clinch a playoff berth.

The Washington Capitals continue their shocking season as the first team in the NHL to clinch a playoff berth.

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Wednesday's showdown is one that could be repeated in June. Plus, full playoff projections, draft lottery standings, more.

Alex Ovechkin scored his 888th career goal to continue his pursuit of the NHL record, and the Washington Capitals clinched a ...

Blues showdown on Thursday (7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN+) could swing the race. Plus, full playoff projections, draft lottery ...

The New York Islanders are scheduled to host All-Star Weekend at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, in early February. It’s ...

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said Wednesday that talks with the National Hockey League Players' Association on the next ...