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Last updated: May 18, 2026, 5:50 PM ET

Historical Memorabilia

A championship ring awarded to Herb Brooks, architect of the iconic 1980 "Miracle on Ice" victory, fetched $549,000 at Heritage Auctions, marking one of the highest prices ever paid for Olympic hockey memorabilia from that legendary U.S. team triumph over the Soviet Union.

Injury Updates

Minnesota Wild goaltender Filip Gustavsson will undergo offseason hip surgery, creating uncertainty around his availability for training camp as the team prepares for the 2026 season following a disappointing playoff exit.

Game 7 Preview

The Montreal Canadiens and Buffalo Sabres clash in decisive Game 7 Monday night, with the winner advancing to face the Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference finals. Sports Line's projection model favors Buffalo's home ice advantage, though Montreal's playoff experience could prove decisive in this winner-take-all showdown. Both teams enter the finale with contrasting momentum, as the Sabres look to advance to their first conference final since 2007 while the Canadiens seek to continue their surprising postseason run.

Betting Promotions

Draft Kings offers $100 in bonus bets for new customers placing any $5 wager on Monday's action, while Bet MGM provides up to $1,500 in bonus bets using promo code CBSSPORTS for those whose initial bets lose across NBA, NHL, and MLB games.

International Play

Canada dominated Denmark 5-1 at the IIHF World Championship on Monday, erupting for five third-period goals behind Sidney Crosby's exceptional performance that saw him record four assists in the decisive victory that showcased the veteran's continued elite playmaking ability on the international stage.

Conference Finals Outlook

While the Eastern Conference finals await the Canadiens-Sabres winner, the Western Conference picture features an anticipated showdown between the Colorado Avalanche and Vegas Golden Knights. Sports Line analyst Scott Erskine projects Colorado as slight favorites in what promises to be a star-studded series featuring Nathan Mac Kinnon and Jack Eichel leading their respective teams toward the Stanley Cup Final. The Avalanche hold home ice advantage in the series that begins later this week, with both teams having survived grueling first-round matchups to reach this stage.