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Stanley Cup playoffs 2026: Bracket, schedule, scores, news
From the first round all the way through the Stanley Cup Final, ESPN has you covered this NHL postseason.
Apr 29, 2026
Hurricanes hopeful Ehlers, Nikishin will return in Round 2
Carolina coach Rod Brind'Amour is hopeful Hurricanes winger Nikolaj Ehlers and defenseman Alexander Nikishin will be ready for Round 2 of the Stanley Cup playoffs with extra time off to recover from injuries suffered in their sweep of the Ottawa Senators.
Apr 28, 2026
Stanley Cup odds: Ducks, Sabres look to punch ticket to the second round
The Avalanche and Hurricanes remain Stanley Cup favorites, with the Sabres and Ducks close to clinching their series'.
Apr 28, 2026
Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Previews, stats, schedule, bracket
Here are previews for all of Tuesday's games, a best bet, recaps from Monday and updated stats.
Apr 28, 2026
The Stanley Cup playoffs' biggest shocks of the first round
From players overperforming or underperforming to powerless power plays to ... rotisserie chicken on the ice?
Apr 27, 2026
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Injured
| Player | Status | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Nikolaj Ehlers
|
Day-To-Day | Lower Body | May 4 |
|
Alexander Nikishin
|
Day-To-Day | Concussion | May 4 |