NHL Hockey 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: March 14, 2026, 10:52 AM ET
NHLPlayoff Preview
The Bruins-Capitals clash headlined a 14-game NHL slate on Saturday, with ESPN projections placing Boston as the top seed in the Eastern Conference and Washington as a wild-card contender. Meanwhile, defenseman Radko Gudas received a five-game suspension for a knee-on-knee hit that ended Auston Matthews' season, a decision by the NHL Department of Player Safety highlighting escalating penalties for dangerous hits. The suspension removes Gudas for Toronto's playoff push and Matthews for the remainder of the regular season.
Team Moves
The San Jose Sharks bolstered their forward corps with a two-year, $3.25 million extension for center Ty Dellandrea, securing his services through the 2025-26 season. The move addresses a key position after the team's playoff exit and provides continuity for Dellandrea, who has averaged 10:30 of ice time per game this season.
Global Expansion
The NHL's Global Series continues its European expansion with the Chicago Blackhawks and Ottawa Senators planning two games in Germany next season. The partnership with the German Ice Hockey Federation aims to grow the sport's footprint in the region, following similar events in Sweden and Switzerland.