Avs sign F Bardakov to one-year, entry-level contract
The Colorado Avalanche have signed forward Zakhar Bardakov to a one-year, entry-level contract for the 2025-26 season on Sunday.

John Tavares, William Nylander and Matthew Knies all scored on the power play as the Maple Leafs dominated the Senators in Game 1 of the Battle of Ontario. TSN Hockey analysts Mike Johnson, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan join James Duthie to break down the game, discuss how the Leafs were able to dominate on the power play, and more.
Auston Matthews finds Mitch Marner wide open in the middle of the ice and he breaks out to finish top shelf over Linus Ullmark to make it 2-0 for the Leafs.
Quinn Hughes, Brock Boeser, Thatcher Demko spoke to the media about various topics including the inner-turmoil during the season and injuries, how it impacted the team and their personal futures with Vancouver.
Canucks head coach Rick Tocchet shared his view on what kept Elias Pettersson from being the best version of himself this season and said the way he prepares and trains needs to be addressed.
'Mystic' Mike Johnson offers his predictions on how each of the Canadian teams will manage in their respective first-round playoff matchups.
TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button joins James Duthie to unveil the way he sees the playoffs breaking down and which teams he believes will meet in the Stanley Cup Final.
Washington Capitals forward Aliaksei Protas skated briefly at Sunday's morning skate in a non-contact jersey, reports NHL.com's Tom Gulitti. His status for Game 1 against the Montreal Canadiens is currently unknown.
Martin St. Louis carried an underlying belief in himself throughout his playing career, beating the odds to reach the Hall of Fame. Now head coach of the Montreal Canadiens, that confidence is becoming contagious.