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Last updated: May 17, 2026, 11:46 AM ET

Injury Updates & Contract Moves

Minnesota Wild defenseman Jonas Brodin and center Joel Eriksson Ek missed Game 2 against Colorado due to broken bones in their feet, further depleting an already banged-up roster. Meanwhile, star defenseman Quinn Hughes expressed willingness to sign a contract extension with the Wild starting July 1, providing some stability for the franchise as they navigate their second-round series against the Avalanche.

Coaching Shake-Up

Despite guiding the Edmonton Oilers to consecutive Stanley Cup Final appearances in 2024 and 2025, coach Kris Knoblauch was dismissed by the organization on Wednesday, shocking the hockey community given his recent success and unsigned contract extension. The move comes as the Oilers continue evaluating their championship window with Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl entering their primes.

International Competition

Canada's 17-year-old phenom Macklin Celebrini recorded two goals and an assist as the Canadians blanked Italy 6-0 at the World Championships, improving to 2-0 in the tournament. The defending champion United States rebounded from an opening loss to Switzerland with a commanding 5-1 victory over Britain, getting back on track in their title defense.

Discipline & Prospects

The NHL stripped Vegas of their second-round draft pick and fined coach John Tortorella $100,000 for the team's media blackout following their series-clinching victory, marking one of the league's harshest penalties for media protocol violations. In prospect news, Gavin McKenna continued his journey from Whitehorse, Yukon, through Medicine Hat to Penn State, solidifying his position as the projected first overall pick in the upcoming NHL Draft.

Playoff Picture

Carolina remains in wait-and-see mode as they await their second-round opponent while preparing for a potential showdown with either Colorado or Vegas in the Western Conference Final. The Avalanche and Golden Knights open their series Friday with both teams eyeing a Stanley Cup Final berth, featuring a high-powered Colorado offense against Vegas's veteran-laden roster.