News, strategy, and updates from the Sandman Sports crew.
Carolina did not want this matchup, but it made a strong early statement with a 2-0 win in Game 1. The Hurricanes would have had an easier path against either Pittsburgh or Philade…
Apr 19, 2026
The Stanley Cup Playoffs are one of the oldest traditions in North American sports, and they’re built for fans of all levels, whether it’s your first time watching hockey or you’ve…
Apr 17, 2026
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman has called the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs “the most exciting first round in sports.” For many NHL fans, it’s just another example of how…
Apr 16, 2026
With the NHL playoffs starting Saturday, superstitions take over as both players and fans search for any edge that might help their team make a run at the Stanley Cup. Every sport…
Apr 16, 2026
Hockey rivalries are not just arguments among fans. You feel them the moment you walk into the arena. Every hit lands louder. One fight breaks out, then another, and suddenly the e…
Apr 11, 2026
By April, the Stanley Cup race usually clarifies itself. Early-season hype fades, and what remains are teams built on depth, structure, elite goaltending, and a player capable of t…
Apr 7, 2026
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