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Ex-division rivals Carolina and Florida clash in East final for a shot at the Stanley Cup

Ex-division rivals Carolina and Florida clash in East final for a shot at the Stanley Cup

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — The Florida Panthers and Carolina Hurricanes entered the Stanley Cup Playoffs facing challenges that made it unclear how long either might stick around.
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Holland non-committal on future with Oilers after contract expires next season

Holland non-committal on future with Oilers after contract expires next season

EDMONTON — Ken Holland says he plans to see out his contract as Edmonton Oilers general manager, which enters its fifth and final year next season. He isn’t sure what comes next.
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Florida visits Carolina to begin the third round

Florida visits Carolina to begin the third round

Florida Panthers (42-32-8, fourth in the Atlantic Division) vs. Carolina Hurricanes (52-21-9, first in the Metropolitan Division) Raleigh, North Carolina; Thursday, 8 p.m.
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Arizona Coyotes' bid for new arena appears to be rejected by voters

Arizona Coyotes' bid for new arena appears to be rejected by voters

The Arizona Coyotes' bid for a new arena appears to be dead. In the first release of results from Tuesday's referendum, voters in the Phoenix suburb of Tempe were strongly against three propositions to build a $2.
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For Panthers coach Paul Maurice, this Florida run is no everyday fish story

For Panthers coach Paul Maurice, this Florida run is no everyday fish story

SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — Paul Maurice never considered himself retired. He was good. Here’s what that means: When Maurice stepped down as coach of the Winnipeg Jets in December 2021, it wasn’t clear if he would take another job. Some teams called.
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Sunny NHL playoffs: Every Stanley Cup semifinalist is from Sun Belt for first time

Sunny NHL playoffs: Every Stanley Cup semifinalist is from Sun Belt for first time

The NHL is about to stage a very non-traditional pair of conference finals. Every game will be played in the Sun Belt for the first time, with not an Original Six franchise in sight. “It’s the four best teams left.
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'Cup or bust:' Oilers look to next season after earlier than expected playoff exit

'Cup or bust:' Oilers look to next season after earlier than expected playoff exit

EDMONTON — After taking a step back in this year's Stanley Cup playoffs, Edmonton superstars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl say it's "Cup or bust" for the Oilers going forward.
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Kraken believe unexpected playoff run is the foundation for future success

Kraken believe unexpected playoff run is the foundation for future success

SEATTLE (AP) — Of all the victories the Seattle Kraken enjoyed in its second year – 46 in the regular season and another seven in the playoffs – the biggest was a broader win that went beyond the ice.
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Snoop Dogg says Ottawa Senators bid will include equity for First Nations

Snoop Dogg says Ottawa Senators bid will include equity for First Nations

OTTAWA — Snoop Dogg has welcomed Canada's First Nations into his bid to buy the NHL's Ottawa Senators with open arms. The rapper is part of a group spearheaded by Los Angeles-based businessman Neko Sparks trying to buy the NHL franchise.
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Perfect 7: Stars' DeBoer 7-0 as coach in Game 7s with former team Vegas next

Perfect 7: Stars' DeBoer 7-0 as coach in Game 7s with former team Vegas next

DALLAS (AP) — Dallas Stars coach Pete DeBoer pulled his goalie twice in seven games in the Western Conference semifinals against Seattle. Jake Oettinger didn't take either move as a sign of panic.
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