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Last updated: June 13, 2026, 11:49 AM ET

Goalie Trends & Coaching Moves

The rise of tandem netminders redefines starter roles, as teams favor shared workloads to mitigate injury risk and boost playoff depth. In Colorado, retaining Bednar’s staff signals the Avalanche’s confidence that continuity will sustain their recent surge toward the Western Conference lead. Meanwhile, Los Angeles announced the hiring of veteran Peter Laviolette to revitalize offense, tasking the former Tampa Bay coach with shoring up a club that ranks near the bottom in goals per game.

Player Trade Landscape

Defenceman Darnell Nurse submitted trade preferences, presenting a shortlist of destinations that includes both contending and rebuilding clubs, a move that could reshape Edmonton’s salary‑cap flexibility ahead of the upcoming deadline. The list underscores the Oilers’ willingness to negotiate, as they seek to balance a deep forward core with a more agile defensive roster.

Stanley Cup Race

Carolina edged one game from the championship, securing a 3‑2 series lead after a dominant performance that highlighted their special‑teams efficiency and veteran poise. The victory puts the Hurricanes within striking distance of their first Cup since 2006 and forces the opposing club to confront a must‑win situation in Game.