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Long break costs Hurricanes in first playoff defeat: ‘We weren’t ready’

The off days added up for the Carolina Hurricanes after they swept their way to another Eastern Conference Final, leading to the longest between-rounds playoff break in more than a century.

From TSN 690 - Three Takeaways from Game 1

TSN Radio 690’s Mitch Gallo breaks down the Montreal Canadiens' 6-2 win over the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final.

Canadiens strike early, rout Hurricanes to take 1-0 lead in Eastern Conference Final

Juraj Slafkovsky had two goals and an assist as the Montreal Canadiens beat the Carolina Hurricanes 5-2 in Thursday in Game 1 to take a 1-0 lead in the Eastern Conference Final.

Canadiens lead Hurricanes after second period of Game 1

The Carolina Hurricanes continue to crawl back from an early deficit as they now trail the Montreal Canadiens 4-2 after the second period in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final.

Canadiens jump out to big lead over Hurricanes after first period of Game 1

The Montreal Canadiens could not have asked for a better start as they lead the Carolina Hurricanes 4-1 after the first period of Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final.

Ducks’ Terry needs hip surgery, might not be ready for start of next season

Anaheim Ducks forward Troy Terry needs hip surgery that could endanger his availability at the start of next season.

‘They celebrate everyone’: Canadiens enjoying playoff ride

Kirby Dach and his teammates used to discuss a potential future late into the night.

Canadiens visit rested Hurricanes for Game 1 of Eastern Conference final

The Montreal Canadiens are on the road once again, this time for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference final.

Former Sabres GM Adams ‘so proud of the group’ after playoff run

Kevyn Adams watched the Buffalo Sabres’ first playoff run in 15 years with pride. The team’s former general manager, dismissed in mid-December, told TSN Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun in The Athletic that as a boyhood fan of the team, it was a thrill to see them back in the postseason.

Lawrence inspired by Crosby, Celebrini on road to NHL Draft

Fredericton native is hoping to help inspire the next generation of hockey players from the Maritimes, Mark Masters writes.

Treliving reflects on Maple Leafs lost season, believes Rielly ‘has a lot of game left’

Former Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving said Wednesday he believes the team lacked “buy-in” this season en route to missing the postseason for the first time since 2016.

Coghlan an unlikely hero as Golden Knights top Avalanche in Game 1

A Western Conference Final loaded with offensive firepower was ignited by the unlikeliest of sparkplugs.

Hurricanes get another shot at Eastern Conference Final roadblock, this time against Canadiens

Years of consistent regular-season success and postseason wins have again brought the Carolina Hurricanes to the Eastern Conference Final of the Stanley Cup playoffs. That same roadblock.

Tortorella heaps praise on ‘zeroed in’ VGK G Hart

Carter Hart has sparked his team in these playoffs, going 9-4 and helping the Golden Knights steal home ice with a 4-2 win at top-seeded Colorado in the opener of their Western Conference Final on Wednesday night.

Golden Knights roll to early lead, hold off Avs to open Western Conference Final

Dylan Coghlan scored his first playoff goal to get Vegas rolling, Carter Hart made 36 saves and the Golden Knights opened the Western Conference Final by holding off the Colorado Avalanche 4-2 on Wednesday night.

Capitals reach two-year extension with D Liljegren

The Washington Capitals have reached a two-year contract extension with defenceman Timothy Liljegren, it was announced Wednesday. The deal is worth $6.5 million total and $3.25 million annually.

Former Canucks GM Allvin leaving the organization

Former Vancouver Canucks general manager Patrik Allvin is leaving the organization, TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger reported on Wednesday.

Babcock on Oilers speculation: ‘I’m retired’

Sabres sign Ruff to two-year extension

After leading the Buffalo Sabres to the postseason for the first time in 15 years, Lindy Ruff is being rewarded. The team announced a two-year extension for their head coach on Wednesday. Ruff is one of three finalists for the Jack Adams Award, given to the NHL’s top head coach.

Five things to know as Canadiens, Hurricanes face off in Eastern Conference final

The Montreal Canadiens and Carolina Hurricanes will face off in the third round of the Stanley Cup playoffs after taking completely different routes to get there.