NHL Hockey 3d Briefing
×Coaching Changes & Team Updates
The L.A. Kings espn.com have fired coach Jim Hiller after two seasons and named associate head coach D.J. Smith as the team's interim. Los Angeles is three points out of a wild-card spot. Dallas Stars espn.com forward Tyler Seguin is being ruled out for the rest of the NHL regular season and postseason with an ACL injury.
Olympic Celebrations
The Columbus Blue Jackets espn.com honored Zach Werenski before Saturday night's game against the Islanders for his role in Team USA's gold medal at the Winter Olympics. The Florida Panthers espn.com, hosting the Maple Leafs in their first post-Olympic game Thursday night, had a celebration featuring Matthew Tkachuk and Auston Matthews taking part in a ceremonial faceoff.
TV Coverage & Preview
It's an NHL doubleheader with playoff implications on ABC and the ESPN app. Preview coverage espn.com highlights key stats to watch for in the Penguins-Rangers and Bruins-Flyers matchups.
Fantasy & Rankings
Fantasy hockey experts espn.com provide essential guidance for lineup strategy in March, including how to use the NHL schedule to your advantage. The latest NHL Power Rankings espn.com show big shifts beyond the top five teams as the league returns from the Olympic break.