LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Vegas Golden Knights have been making history since they broke into the league, and they made some more Sunday night.
In defeating Edmonton 5-2 to win their playoff series in six games, the Golden Knights became the third team in NHL playoffs history to make the conference final four times in their first six seasons.
Rangers, coach Gerard Gallant part ways after 1st-round exit
May 6, 2023 GMTThe New York Rangers and coach Gerard Gallant are parting ways after losing in the first round of the NHL playoffs.
Devils will have Jack and Luke Hughes in Game 3 vs. Canes
May 6, 2023 GMTNEWARK, N.J. (AP) — With his team down 2-0 again, New Jersey Devils coach Lindy Ruff is shaking things up in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Carolina Hurricanes.
Goaltender Vitek Vanecek probably will return to the starting lineup Sunday afternoon for the first time since being replaced by Akira Schmid after losing the first two games of the first-round series against the rival New York Rangers.
Facing ’Canes, Devils must erase another bad start
May 4, 2023 GMTJohn Marino knew enough to steer clear of social media after the New Jersey Devils' rough start for the second straight playoff series.
Oilers’ star power vs. Golden Knights’ balanced approach
May 2, 2023 GMTLAS VEGAS (AP) — Because the league doesn't use a strict seeding system for the NHL playoffs, the Western Conference Final has come a round early.
And with teams such as Boston, Colorado and the New York Rangers already eliminated, Game 2 of the Edmonton Oilers-Vegas Golden Knights series was moved back a day to Saturday because it is the marquee second-round matchup.
Hurricanes, Devils meet in 2nd round of NHL playoffs
May 2, 2023 GMTRALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Hurricanes pushed through a first-round series in the Stanley Cup playoffs with enough time to let their injury-hit lineup recharge before facing their next opponent.
Devils blank Rangers in Game 7, face Canes in second round
May 2, 2023 GMTNEWARK, N.J. (AP) — The New Jersey Devils surprised a lot of hockey experts this past season in going from an NHL also-ran to one of the top teams in the league.
The Devils unleashed another stunner to open the playoffs against their river-rival New York Rangers — 22-year-old Swiss goaltender Akira Schmid.
New York visits New Jersey in game 7 of the first round
May 1, 2023 GMTNew York Rangers (47-22-13, third in the Metropolitan Division) vs. New Jersey Devils (52-22-8, second in the Metropolitan Division)
Newark, New Jersey; Monday, 8 p.m. EDT
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NHL LINE: Devils -120, Rangers +100; over/under is 5.5
Game 7 of Rangers vs Devils is the last of NHL’s first round
April 30, 2023 GMTGame 7 is nothing new to the New York Rangers.
“It seems like we play in a lot of them, unfortunately,” veteran forward Chris Kreider said.
Kreider helps Rangers beat Devils 5-2 to force Game 7
April 30, 2023 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — Pushed to the brink of elimination, the New York Rangers found their offensive touch.
Chris Kreider had another power-play goal and two assists as the Rangers beat the New Jersey Devils 5-2 on Saturday night to force a deciding Game 7 in their first-round series.
Devils have momentum going into Game 6 against Rangers
April 28, 2023 GMTNEWARK, N.J. (AP) — With three straight wins, the young New Jersey Devils seized the momentum in their first-round series against the New York Rangers.
Come Saturday, they’ll be looking to advance to the second round for the first time since reaching the Stanley Cup Final in 2012 when they face the Rangers in Game 6 at Madison Square Garden (8 p.m.
New York visits St. Louis after Motte’s 2-goal game
April 28, 2023 GMTNew York Rangers (46-21-11, third in the Metropolitan Division) vs. St. Louis Blues (36-35-7, sixth in the Central Division)
St. Louis; Thursday, 8 p.m. EDT
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NHL LINE: Rangers -179, Blues +151; over/under is 6.5
Devils aim to clinch series win over the Rangers
April 28, 2023 GMTNew Jersey Devils (52-22-8, second in the Metropolitan Division) vs. New York Rangers (47-22-13, third in the Metropolitan Division)
New York; Saturday, 8 p.m. EDT
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NHL LINE: Rangers -125, Devils +105; over/under is 5.5
Haula leads Devils past Rangers 4-0 for 3-2 series lead
April 28, 2023 GMTNEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Ondrej Palat got the New Jersey Devils on the scoreboard early and they had shut down the New York Rangers the rest of the way to move one win away from advancing to the second round.
Goaltender Schmid has Devils back in series with Rangers
April 26, 2023 GMTNEWARK, N.J. (AP) — A couple of days before the New Jersey Devils opened their first-round playoff series with the New York Rangers, backup goaltender Akira Schmid came off the ice after practice, took off his equipment and sat in front of his locker.
New Jersey, New York face off with series tied 2-2
April 26, 2023 GMTNew York Rangers (47-22-13, third in the Metropolitan Division) vs. New Jersey Devils (52-22-8, second in the Metropolitan Division)
Newark, New Jersey; Thursday, 7:30 p.m. EDT
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NHL LINE: Devils -124, Rangers +104; over/under is 5.5
Rangers suddenly looking for answers after two close losses
April 25, 2023 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — After a pair of easy wins in their first two games across the Hudson River in New Jersey, the New York Rangers appeared to be cruising along to another postseason series win.
Siegenthaler, Schmid lead Devils past Rangers, series tied
April 25, 2023 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — The New Jersey Devils are suddenly brimming with confidence. Getting two close wins on the road after opening their playoff series with a pair of lopsided losses at home will do that.
Defenseman Justin Braun retires after playing 13 NHL seasons
April 24, 2023 GMTTORONTO (AP) — Defenseman Justin Braun has decided to retire at age 36 after 13 NHL seasons.
The NHL Alumni Association announced Braun’s retirement Monday, a week and a half after he played in Philadelphia’s season finale.
Maple Leafs, 3 others eye comanding 3-1 NHL playoff leads
April 23, 2023 GMTTAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Toronto Maple Leafs and Tampa Bay Lightning will never be mistaken for Philadelphia’s Stanley Cup-winning Broad Street Bullies of the 1970s.
Auston Matthews and Steven Stamkos dropping their gloves and fighting in a playoff game, though, is highly unusual for a pair of NHL stars better known for offensive prowess than displaying toughness with their fists.
Rangers take 2-1 lead into game 4 against the Devils
April 23, 2023 GMTNew Jersey Devils (52-22-8, second in the Metropolitan Division) vs. New York Rangers (47-22-13, third in the Metropolitan Division)
New York; Monday, 7 p.m. EDT
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NHL LINE: Rangers -152, Devils +129; over/under is 6
Hamilton scores in OT, Devils beat Rangers 2-1 in Game 3
April 23, 2023 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — After losing big in the first two games at home, New Jersey coach Lindy Ruff turned to rookie goalie Akira Schmid for the start in the crucial Game 3. The move paid off and the Devils are back in the series.
New York hosts New Jersey with 2-0 series lead
April 21, 2023 GMTNew Jersey Devils (52-22-8, second in the Metropolitan Division) vs. New York Rangers (47-22-13, third in the Metropolitan Division)
New York; Saturday, 8 p.m. EDT
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NHL LINE: Rangers -136, Devils +115; over/under is 5.5
Kreider scores 2 more, Rangers open 2-0 lead on Devils
April 21, 2023 GMTNEWARK, N.J. (AP) — The New York Rangers and Chris Kreider certainly picked the right time to get their power play in high gear.
Kreider scored two more power-play goals in a three-goal second period and the Rangers stunned the New Jersey Devils 5-1 on Thursday night to a take a 2-0 lead on the road in their first-round playoff series.
New York visits New Jersey with 1-0 series lead
April 19, 2023 GMTNew York Rangers (47-22-13, third in the Metropolitan Division) vs. New Jersey Devils (52-22-8, second in the Metropolitan Division)
Newark, New Jersey; Thursday, 7:30 p.m. EDT
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NHL LINE: Devils -130, Rangers +109; over/under is 5.5
Shesterkin, Kreider help Rangers rip Devils 5-1 in Game 1
April 19, 2023 GMTNEWARK, N.J. (AP) — The New York Rangers had the ton of experience coming into the playoffs against the young New Jersey Devils, and it certainly was the difference Game 1 of their first-round series, along with Igor Shesterkin.
Rangers, Devils to renew Stanley Cup playoff river rivalry
April 17, 2023 GMTNEWARK, N.J. (AP) — During the last two months, anticipation grew for hockey fans on the New York and New Jersey sides of the Hudson River ahead of the Stanley Cup playoffs.
The first-round series between the Rangers and Devils that's been on the horizon is now a reality.
Devils and Rangers square off to start the NHL Playoffs
April 17, 2023 GMTNew York Rangers (47-22-13, third in the Metropolitan Division) vs. New Jersey Devils (52-22-8, second in the Metropolitan Division)
Newark, New Jersey; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EDT
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NHL LINE: Devils -130, Rangers +110; over/under is 6
Kane, Tarasenko among NHL’s most impactful midseason trades
April 16, 2023 GMTThe New York Rangers made the biggest splash at the trade deadline with the addition of Patrick Kane just weeks after getting Vladimir Tarasenko.
The veteran forwards bolstered the Rangers' top two lines and give coach Gerard Gallant different options as he juggles them in search of the right mix.
NHL playoffs: Devils-Rangers, Bolts-Leafs highlight openers
April 15, 2023 GMTAfter six weeks of hopeful excitement that his New Jersey Devils would face the New York Rangers in the opening round of the playoffs, Erik Haula had a simple, sarcastic take: “Here we are.”
NHL playoffs full of NYC teams: Rangers, Islanders, Devils
April 14, 2023 GMTKeith Yandle walked into coffee shops when he played hockey in New York and would hear people talking about the next Rangers game against the Islanders or the New Jersey Devils.
“When you play those teams, even during the regular season, it adds a little bit more,” Yandle said.
Acciari scores late winner, Maple Leafs beat Rangers 3-2
April 14, 2023 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — Noel Acciari scored the go-ahead goal late in third period, Joseph Woll made 22 saves and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the New York Rangers 3-2 on Thursday night in the season finale for both teams.
Devils beat Capitals in OT, will face Rangers in 1st round
April 14, 2023 GMTWASHINGTON (AP) — It took erasing a three-goal deficit for the New Jersey Devils to solidify a franchise-record regular season and send them into the playoffs on a high note.
Rangers host the Maple Leafs after Panarin’s 2-goal game
April 12, 2023 GMTToronto Maple Leafs (48-21-11, second in the Atlantic Division) vs. New York Rangers (47-21-13, third in the Metropolitan Division)
New York; Thursday, 7 p.m. EDT
BOTTOM LINE: The New York Rangers host the Toronto Maple Leafs after Artemi Panarin's two-goal game against the Buffalo Sabres in the Rangers' 3-2 shootout loss.
Sabres take on the Devils after shootout win
April 11, 2023 GMTBuffalo Sabres (40-32-7, fifth in the Atlantic Division) vs. New Jersey Devils (50-22-8, second in the Metropolitan Division)
Newark, New Jersey; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EDT
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NHL LINE: Devils -197, Sabres +165; over/under is 7
Strome helps Capitals deal hit to Islanders’ playoff hopes
April 11, 2023 GMTWASHINGTON (AP) — Ilya Sorokin allowed three goals on the first nine shots he faced behind a sloppy defense, and the New York Islanders’ playoff hopes took a significant hit with a 5-2 loss to the Washington Capitals on Monday night.
Morrissey helps Jets beat Sharks 6-2 to close in on playoffs
April 11, 2023 GMTWINNIPEG, Manitoba (AP) — Josh Morrissey had a goal and two assists as the Winnipeg Jets beat the San Jose Sharks 6-2 Monday night to move closer toward securing a playoff berth.
Adam Lowry, Mason Appleton, Kyle Connor and Mark Scheifele each had a goal and assist, and Pierre-Luc Dubois also scored for the Jets.
Mittelstadt rallies Sabres to 3-2 win over Rangers in SO
April 11, 2023 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — Casey Mittelstadt scored the tying goal in the third period and got the deciding goal in the shootout to lead the Buffalo Sabres to a 3-2 win over the New York Rangers on Monday night.
Buffalo visits New York after Mittelstadt’s 2-goal game
April 9, 2023 GMTBuffalo Sabres (39-32-7, fifth in the Atlantic Division) vs. New York Rangers (47-21-12, third in the Metropolitan Division)
New York; Monday, 7 p.m. EDT
BOTTOM LINE: The Buffalo Sabres visit the New York Rangers after Casey Mittelstadt scored two goals in the Sabres' 4-3 win over the Carolina Hurricanes.
McDavid 6th player to top 150 points, Oilers beat Sharks 6-1
April 9, 2023 GMTSAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Connor McDavid became the first player in 27 years to reach 150 points in a season when he had two goals and an assist in the Edmonton Oilers’ 6-1 victory over the San Jose Sharks on Saturday.
Shesterkin shutout helps Rangers beat Blue Jackets 4-0
April 9, 2023 GMTCOLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Igor Shesterkin stopped all 20 shots he faced for his third shutout of the season and 11th of his career, and the New York Rangers beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 4-0 on Saturday night.
Thompson scores go-ahead goal in Sabres 4-3 win over ’Canes
April 8, 2023 GMTBUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Rasmus Dahlin was determined in ensuring the Buffalo Sabres would stay in playoff contention for another two days at least.
The 2018 No. 1 draft pick continued punctuating what’s been his breakout fifth NHL season by scoring a goal, setting up two others and making a crucial block of a shot which led directly to Tage Thompson scoring the go-ahead goal in a 4-3 win over the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday.
Blues take on the Wild after overtime win
April 7, 2023 GMTSt. Louis Blues (37-35-7, sixth in the Central Division) vs. Minnesota Wild (44-24-10, third in the Central Division)
Saint Paul, Minnesota; Saturday, 8 p.m. EDT
BOTTOM LINE: The St. Louis Blues visit the Minnesota Wild after the Blues beat the New York Rangers 3-2 in overtime.
Metropolitan Division foes meet when Columbus hosts New York
April 7, 2023 GMTNew York Rangers (46-21-12, third in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Columbus Blue Jackets (24-46-8, eighth in the Metropolitan Division)
Columbus, Ohio; Saturday, 7 p.m. EDT
BOTTOM LINE: The New York Rangers face the Columbus Blue Jackets in Metropolitan Division play on Saturday.
Blues spoil Tarasenko’s return with 3-2 OT win over Rangers
April 7, 2023 GMTST. LOUIS (AP) — Kasperi Kapanen scored 1:16 into overtime to help the St. Louis Blues beat the New York Rangers 3-2 on Thursday night.
Kapanen took a pass from Brayden Schenn to score his 15th goal of the season for St.
Lightning’s Killorn, Rangers’ Fox fined $5,000 for slashing
April 6, 2023 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — Alex Killorn of the Tampa Bay Lightning and Adam Fox of the New York Rangers were fined $5,000 apiece for separate slashing incidents in the teams’ game at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday night.
New York visits St. Louis after Motte’s 2-goal game
April 6, 2023 GMTNew York Rangers (46-21-11, third in the Metropolitan Division) vs. St. Louis Blues (36-35-7, sixth in the Central Division)
St. Louis; Thursday, 8 p.m. EDT
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NHL LINE: Rangers -179, Blues +151; over/under is 6.5
Kreider, Motte lead Rangers to 6-3 win over Lightning
April 6, 2023 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — Chris Kreider and Tyler Motte each scored twice and the New York Rangers beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 6-3 on Wednesday night.
Kaapo Kakko and Artemi Panarin also scored, Mika Zibanejad had three assists and Barclay Goodrow and Adam Fox each had two to help the Rangers win for the fifth time in seven games and improve to 11-2-2 in their last 15 games.
Tampa Bay brings 3-game win streak into matchup with New York
April 4, 2023 GMTTampa Bay Lightning (45-26-6, third in the Atlantic Division) vs. New York Rangers (45-21-11, third in the Metropolitan Division)
New York; Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. EDT
BOTTOM LINE: The Tampa Bay Lightning visit the New York Rangers seeking to build upon a three-game win streak.
Bruins earn win No. 60 with 4-3 win over Blues in shootout
April 3, 2023 GMTST. LOUIS (AP) — Charlie Coyle scored the winner in the shootout and the Boston Bruins recovered from blowing a 3-0 lead to beat the St. Louis Blues 4-3 on Sunday for their 60th win of the season.
Linus Ullmark made 35 saves and stopped all three of St.
Lafrenière and Kakko score, Rangers beat Capitals 5-2
April 2, 2023 GMTWASHINGTON (AP) — The kids are proving to be more than all right at just the right time for the New York Rangers.
Alexis Lafrenière and Kaapo Kakko scored goals just over two minutes apart, jumpstarting a 5-2 victory at the Washington Capitals on Sunday to snap a two-game skid.
Capitals take on the Rangers on losing streak
April 1, 2023 GMTNew York Rangers (44-21-11, third in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Washington Capitals (34-33-9, sixth in the Metropolitan Division)
Washington; Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT
BOTTOM LINE: The Washington Capitals look to end their three-game skid when they play the New York Rangers.
Buffalo visits Philadelphia after shootout victory
April 1, 2023 GMTBuffalo Sabres (36-31-7, fifth in the Atlantic Division) vs. Philadelphia Flyers (29-32-13, seventh in the Metropolitan Division)
Philadelphia; Saturday, 7 p.m. EDT
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NHL LINE: Sabres -120, Flyers +100; over/under is 6.5
Skinner lifts Sabres to 3-2 win over Rangers in OT
April 1, 2023 GMTBUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Jeff Skinner scored at 1:50 of overtime and the Buffalo Sabres beat the New York Rangers 3-2 on Friday night.
J.J. Peterka and Jordan Greenway also scored for the Sabres, who recovered after giving up a 2-0 lead to improve to 3-0-1 in their last four games.
Skinner scores in OT to lift Sabres past Rangers 3-2
April 1, 2023 GMTBUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Jeff Skinner scored at 1:50 of overtime and the Buffalo Sabres beat the New York Rangers 3-2 on Friday night.
J.J. Peterka and Jordan Greenway also scored for the Sabres, who recovered after giving up a 2-0 lead to improve to 3-0-1 in their last four games.
Canucks’ Kuzmenko opts out of wearing Pride jersey
March 31, 2023 GMTVANCOUVER (AP) — Canucks winger Andrei Kuzmenko, who is from Russia, will not wear an LGBTQ+-theme warm-up jersey Friday when Vancouver holds its annual Pride night.
Vancouver coach Rick Tocchet said that Kuzmenko had discussions with his family and then informed the team of his decision.
Buffalo and New York face off in Eastern Conference action
March 31, 2023 GMTNew York Rangers (44-21-10, third in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Buffalo Sabres (35-31-7, sixth in the Atlantic Division)
Buffalo, New York; Friday, 7 p.m. EDT
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NHL LINE: Rangers -144, Sabres +123; over/under is 6.5
Haula, Meier score, Devils beat rival Rangers 2-1
March 31, 2023 GMTNEWARK, N.J. (AP) — The New Jersey Devils and New York Rangers gave a glimpse of a possible first-round playoff series in a couple of weeks, and it's going to be fun if it happens.
Hurricanes visit the Rangers after shootout win
March 20, 2023 GMTCarolina Hurricanes (45-15-8, first in the Metropolitan Division) vs. New York Rangers (41-19-10, third in the Metropolitan Division)
New York; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EDT
BOTTOM LINE: The Carolina Hurricanes visit the New York Rangers after the Hurricanes took down the Philadelphia Flyers 5-4 in overtime.
Penguins host the Canadiens after overtime win
March 14, 2023 GMTMontreal Canadiens (26-35-6, eighth in the Atlantic Division) vs. Pittsburgh Penguins (34-22-10, fourth in the Metropolitan Division)
Pittsburgh; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EDT
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NHL LINE: Penguins -331, Canadiens +261; over/under is 6.5