The Talking Point: Three biggest storylines heading into Game 4
TSN Hockey analyst Martin Biron shares his three biggest storylines heading into Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final tonight in this edition of The Talking Point.
Howden not really thinking about offensive output as Vegas looks to go up 3-1
With 13 goals in these playoffs, Brett Howden has already eclipsed his regular season total but the forward says he's not really thinking about his output. The Golden Knights head into Game 4 knowing that a good start will be key against the Hurricanes.
Brind'Amour won't reveal Game 4 starter: 'That's the only suspenseful thing around here'
Frederik Andersen was pulled in Carolina's Game 3 loss and Brandon Bussi was strong in relief, prompting questions about who will get the start between the pipes in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final. Hurricanes coach Rod Brind’Amour has made his decision, but plans to keep that quiet for now.
Leafs set to start in-person interviews in coaching search, around five candidates left
The Toronto Maple Leafs will begin holding in-person interviews with their head coaching candidates this week, TSN Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun reports. LeBrun notes that about five candidates are believed to have advanced to the second phase after general manager John Chayka spoke to roughly 20 candidates in the first phase.
Oilers consulting with NHLPA about potentially hiring Babcock as head coach
The Oilers are consulting with the NHL Players’ Association to see if there are objections that must be resolved before potentially hiring Mike Babcock as their head coach, according to TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger.
Erik Johnson: This is shaping up to be one of the best Stanley Cup Finals ever
Erik Johnson explains why this is shaping up to be one of the best Stanley Cup Finals ever.
'I'm just appreciating every moment': Hertl thrilled to be part of Stanley Cup Final run
After some tough years in San Jose, forward Tomas Hertl was traded to Vegas in early 2024 and is thrilled to be part of a team making a run for the Stanley Cup. Hertl explains how excited he is to take in the experience and details the journey he's been on that has brought him to this moment.
Golden Knights' veterans help manage pressure situations by keeping it light
With the Golden Knights up two games to one in the Stanley Cup Final, Vegas forward Mitch Marner explains how the veteran guys in the locker room help keep the environment light in pressure situations and what it's been like for him to sustain the intensity level over multiple weeks in the postseason.
The Talking Point: Should Taylor Hall make the Hall of Fame?
On Monday's edition of The Talking Point, Marty Biron weighs in on whether or not Hurricanes forward Taylor Hall, with all the accolades he's accomplished throughout his career, deserves a spot in the Hall of Fame if Carolina wins the Stanley Cup.
What a difference a year makes for Marner as he's within reach of a Stanley Cup
Coming off his historic Stanley Cup Final hat trick in a thrilling Game 3 win over the Hurricanes, Mitch Marner is the clear Conn Smythe favourite in his first season with Vegas, which is not something that could have been imagined a year ago. TSN Hockey analyst Frankie Corrado discusses how things have changed for Marner in just 12 months and who he believes should start in net for Carolina in a must-win Game 4.
Golden Knights showed 'they are more comfortable in the chaos' in dramatic Game 3 win
TSN Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun joins Ryan Rishaug to breakdown the chaotic Game 3 double-overtime win by the Golden Knights to take a 2-1 series lead in the Stanley Cup Final, and discuss if he thinks Mitch Marner solidified himself as the probable Conn Smythe winner no matter who ends up lifting the Cup.
Connor McDavid wins a record-tying fifth Ted Lindsay award
Edmonton Oilers superstar Connor McDavid has been named the winner of the Ted Lindsay Award for a record-tying fifth time, joining Wayne Gretzky as the only two players to ever win the award five times. McDavid finished with 138 points and went on to win the Art Ross Trophy as the league’s leading scorer for the sixth time.
Golden Knights praise 'absolute warrior' McNabb for incredible performance in Game 3
Less than 48 hours after Brayden McNabb took a puck to his face in Game 2, the Vegas defenceman suited up in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final and put in over 30 minutes of ice time. He spoke about what the last two days was like, and his teammates speak highly about how tough of a player he is.
'He's on another level right now': Golden Knights react to Marner's historic SCF hat trick
Mitch Marner scored the fastest hat trick in Stanley Cup Final history Saturday night as the Golden Knights took Game 3 at home. Marner shares if he's ever played in a period before where he was that dominant, and his teammates credit him for how good he's been playing in the playoffs and how he can take a game over.
Should Hurricanes start Frederik Andersen or Brandon Bussi in Game 4?
Should the Hurricanes start Frederik Andersen or Brandon Bussi in Game 4?
Marner steals the headlines in a Game 3 filled with phenomenal storylines
TSN Hockey Insiders Pierre LeBrun and Chris Johnston join Ryan Rishaug to discuss Mitch Marner's incredible performance in Game 3, Brayden McNabb's return to the lineup after his scary incident in Game 2, and how wild the first three games of the Stanley Cup Final have been.
Stanley Cup Final: Hurricanes 4, Golden Knights 5 (2OT)
Shea Theodore scored at 5:38 of the second overtime, avoiding what could have been a potentially devastating loss for the Golden Knights after they blew a four-goal lead, and Vegas beat the Hurricanes in Game 3. Mitch Marner recorded the fastest hat trick in Stanley Cup Final history and finished with four points in the win. VGK leads series 2-1
Ultimate Performer Powered by Stihl: Mitch Marner
Mitch Marner scored a natural hat trick in the second period and added an assist in the Golden Knights' Game 3 victory, earning him Ultimate Performer Powered by Stihl honours for Saturday night.
Has Marner sealed the Conn Smythe Trophy?
After blowing a four-goal lead in the third period, how fortunate were the Golden Knights to win Game 3? Has Mitch Marner already won the Conn Smythe Trophy? How much trouble are the Hurricanes in going into Game 4? TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button joins SportsCentre to share his thoughts.
Gavin McKenna proves why he's ready to go first overall in the 2026 NHL Draft
Amid a slow start to his freshman season at Penn State, Gavin McKenna faced plenty of criticism. However, the winger surged in the second half to reclaim his position as the frontrunner to go first overall in the NHL Draft. TSN's Mark Masters explains how McKenna showed the Maple Leafs and the rest of the hockey world how far he's come in one year and why he's ready to go No. 1 in the draft.
Lightning G Vasilevskiy captures second Vezina Trophy
Lightning netminder Andrei Vasilevskiy has been named the 2026 Vezina Trophy winner, presented annually to the goalie voted the best at his position by NHL general managers. Vasilevskiy, now a two-time Vezina winner, led the NHL with a 39-15-4 record to go along with a 2.31 goals-against average and .912 save percentage.
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