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Last updated: May 24, 2026, 5:47 PM ET

Western Conference Playoffs The Colorado Avalanche entered Game 3 with a 0‑2 hole against the Vegas Golden Knights, needing a win to stay alive after dropping the first two contests. Meanwhile, the Avalanche’s own coach Jared Bednar lamented missed chances that cost them a 3‑1 defeat in Game, noting that the team could have extended a 1‑0 lead before Vegas rallied.

Eastern Conference Showdown In Boston, the Hurricanes seized a 2‑1 edge over Montreal in Game, tightening the series to 1‑1 as the Canadiens fought to avoid a deficit. Experts weighing the penultimate round favored the Avalanche‑Knights clash and tipped the Canes‑Canadiens series toward the Hurricanes, citing momentum swings and goaltending form.

World Championship Upsets Canada maintained a flawless 5‑0 record after a 3‑1 victory over Slovenia, extending its dominance at the tournament and keeping the squad atop Group A. Conversely, Latvia shocked the United States 4‑2, with forward Sandis Vilmanis netting two empty‑netters to hand the defending champions their third loss, a result that reshaped the playoff picture.

Memorial Cup Action The Everett Silvertips, fresh WHL champions, opened the Memorial Cup with a 5‑3 win over the Chicoutimi Sagueneens in Kelowna, highlighted by right‑winger Jesse Heslop’s goal that helped the BC‑based club claim early tournament momentum.

Collectibles Market An autographed 1979 O‑Pee‑Chee Wayne Gretzky rookie card fetched a record $540,000, including buyer’s premium, at Fanatics Collect’s May Premier Auction, setting a new high for signed hockey memorabilia and underscoring growing investor appetite for vintage NHL artifacts.

Fan Promotions & Finals Outlook The Eastern Conference finals tied at 1‑1 as the series shifted to Montreal, prompting analysts to assess the implications for the upcoming Stanley Cup showdown. Simultaneously, Draft Kings rolled out a $100 bonus‑bet offer for customers placing a $5 wager on Sunday’s NHL action, including the Golden Knights‑Avalanche matchup, aiming to capture heightened viewership during the playoff surge.