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May 2, 2025, 2:00 PM

Florida Panthers Made Big Additions with Tkachuk on LTIR

The Florida Panthers had to play their final 25 games of the season without Matthew Tkachuk, but, they were able to make the most of it. With Tkachuk on long-term injured reserve after being hurt at the 4-Nations tournament in February, the Panthers made some key additions at the NHL Trade Deadline.

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May 2, 2025, 1:01 PM

Former Penguins Goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury Retires at 40 with a Remarkable NHL Legacy

Marc-Andre Fleury, the former Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender, retired at the age of 40 after the Vegas Golden Knights eliminated the Minnesota Wild in Game 6. Fleury began his career after being chosen as the first pick in the 2003 NHL Draft. His career includes several Stanley Cup rings, a Vezina Trophy and stints in several cities. He is known for his personality, spectacular saves and his ability to attract a city to the game of hockey. His career stats include 886 starts, 571 wins and he is expected to be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame. Fleury is also remembered for his off-the-ice antics and pranks and for being the second-winningest goaltender in NHL history.

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May 2, 2025, 1:01 PM

Vegas Golden Knights Triumph Over Minnesota Wild, Advance to Second Round of Stanley Cup Playouts

The Vegas Golden Knights have defeated the Minnesota Wild to advance to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Key players in the game included Jack Eichel and Mark Stone. This marks the Golden Knights' seventh playoff appearance in eight seasons and the fifth time they've advanced to the second round. The Edmonton Oilers have also moved on, eliminating the Los Angeles Kings for the fourth consecutive season; the Oilers are set to face the Golden Knights in Round 2. Elsewhere, the Colorado Avalanche have guaranteed at least one Game 7 in their match against the Dallas Stars.

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Apr 30, 2025, 4:18 PM

Miami Dolphins' Draft Delivers Strong Boost Despite Low Rankings, Experts Say

The writer argues that the Miami Dolphins had a strong draft, despite relatively low rankings from sports experts. The writer notes that the team needed to focus on the defensive and offensive lines, cornerback, and safety, and they succeeded in recruiting strong players for these positions. Critical picks include Michigan's Kenneth Grant, replacing Calais Campbell and Christian Wilkins, and Arizona's Johan Savaiinaea, who was snagged before the New England Patriots had a chance to recruit him. Losing Javon Holland prompted the recruitment of Jason Marshall Jr. and Dante Trader Jr., while Ollie Gordon II promises a robust running style to invigorate the team's performance. The writer suggests that this draft class may not be immediately impressive, but may prove instrumental in creating a stronger franchise.

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Apr 30, 2025, 4:17 PM

Shedeur Sanders Drops to Fifth Round in Surprising 2025 NFL Draft; Patriots Make 11 Picks

The 2025 NFL Draft concluded with a number of highlights and surprises. One of the biggest stories of the draft was top-tier quarterback Shedeur Sanders, who was expected to be among the top three picks but ended up being selected by the Cleveland Browns in the fifth round. Other significant events included the New England Patriots' 11 picks, the New York Jets' draft plans leak, and the Buffalo Bills' need for a wide receiver. The Draft evaluations for teams across the league varied broadly, as seen through the different performance reviews provided by various fan and team websites.

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