NHL Hockey 24-Hour Briefing
×NHL Returns from Olympic Break
Tyler Seguin is being ruled out for the rest of the NHL regular season and postseason after suffering an ACL injury, a source told ESPN. The Dallas Stars forward's absence represents a significant blow to their playoff aspirations.
Olympic Celebration Returns
Matthew Tkachuk and Auston Matthews took part in a ceremonial faceoff as the Panthers hosted the Maple Leafs in their first post-Olympic game. The matchup featured various celebrations marking the return of NHL action following the Olympic break.
Power Rankings Shake Up
The NHL Power Rankings see big shifts beyond the top five as the league returns from its Olympic hiatus. Teams are jockeying for position with the playoff race heating up across both conferences.
Weekend Preview
An NHL doubleheader with playoff implications is scheduled on ABC and the ESPN app. The Penguins-Rangers and Bruins-Flyers matchups feature teams battling for crucial standings points as the regular season winds down.
Fantasy Hockey Strategy
With March underway, fantasy hockey managers are looking to hack the schedule to their advantage. The NHL schedule offers opportunities for lineup optimization as teams face different game frequencies throughout the month.