Colorado Avalanche Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Berth Clenched, Nelson’s Heroics, Presidents’ Trophy and More – The Hockey Writers – Colorado Avalanche

Here is a look at the key storylines for the Colorado Avalanche right now, along with their schedule and outlook for the week of March 23-30, 2026. Captain Landeskog Returns from a Painful Injury Gabriel Landeskog made his return to the lineup on Sunday, March 22, and scored a goal in a 3-2 overtime win…

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Carolina Hurricanes’ Roster Age & Contract Balance Leaves Room to Extend Contention Window – The Hockey Writers – Carolina Hurricanes

In an era when there is no guarantee of making the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Carolina Hurricanes have remained competitive and are on their way to making their eighth straight postseason appearance. Before Rod Brind’Amour stepped behind the bench, the Hurricanes missed the playoffs for a decade. Since 2018-19, the franchise has always been in…

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Vilho Vanhatalo – 2026 NHL Draft Prospect Profile – The Hockey Writers – NHL Entry Draft

Vilho Vanhatalo 2025-26 Team: Tappara U20 (SM-sarja) / Tappara (Liiga) Date of Birth: Jan. 18, 2008 Place of Birth: Tampere, FIN Ht: 6-foot-4 Wt: 198 pounds Shoots: L Position: RW/LW NHL Draft Eligibility: 2026 first-year eligible Rankings Tappara’s draft-eligible players have drawn a high volume of NHL scouts to Hakametsä this season, especially with Oliver…

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Tampa Bay Lightning Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Back on Track, Stars Shine, and More – The Hockey Writers – Tampa Bay Lightning

The Tampa Bay Lightning were coming off a poor stretch entering last week, but they finally got back on track. In this week-ahead piece, we’ll revisit their strong play, the stars who shone, and the schedule that awaits them. Lightning Are Back on Track (And What It Means for the Playoffs) Despite ending the week…

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