News, strategy, and updates from the Sandman Sports crew.
If Game 1 is any indication, this series could be decided by special teams. Montreal drew first blood, converting on three of its five power plays. Juraj Slafkovský led the way wit…
Apr 21, 2026
Edmonton is used to opening its playoff runs in Southern California. This time, it’s just a bit farther down the freeway, with Anaheim instead of Los Angeles. The Oilers have been…
Apr 20, 2026
This is a matchup the NHL has wanted to matter for years. When the Golden Knights entered the league in 2017, the idea was that a desert rivalry between them and the Arizona Coyote…
Apr 20, 2026
By record, these were two of the weaker teams in the Eastern Conference. But Philadelphia has been on fire since the Olympic break, winning 18 of its final 25 games. That momentum…
Apr 19, 2026
At least it’s not Edmonton. That’s likely the mindset in Los Angeles after four straight first-round exits to the Oilers. The Kings avoided a fifth meeting, but the reward isn’t mu…
Apr 19, 2026
This matchup is exactly what frustrates fans about the Stanley Cup playoff format. Two of the best teams in the league, meeting in the first round. Minnesota likely deserved home-i…
Apr 19, 2026
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