HeadlinesBriefing favicon HeadlinesBriefing

NHL Hockey 3 Days

×
5 articles summarized · Last updated: v736
You are viewing an older version. View latest →

Last updated: March 30, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

NHL Coaching Shakeup & Playoff Push

The Vegas Golden Knights fired coach Bruce Cassidy on Sunday following a slump, immediately naming John Tortorella as his replacement in a bid to salvage their season as the postseason looms three weeks away. This coaching change comes as several clubs fight for positioning, exemplified by the Detroit Red Wings running out of time to secure a return to the playoff bracket amid tightening standings. Meanwhile, Saturday featured a full slate of 15 games serving as crucial viewing for analysts projecting final playoff matchups and assessing team momentum heading toward April.

Injury Woes & Historical Records

Injuries continue to impact contenders, with the Pittsburgh Penguins missing star forwards Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin for Saturday’s tilt against the Dallas Stars, leaving the team’s immediate outlook uncertain. As teams manage these absences, attention is also turning toward historical performance metrics, prompting a review of each franchise's career playoff points leader ahead of the intense final stretch of the regular season.