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The 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs continued on Sunday. Here are some takeaways from the day's action.
Takeaways from Day 1 of NHL playoffs: Winnipeg, Colorado send messages
The 2025 Stanley Cup playoffs opened on Saturday with two Western Conference games. The Winnipeg Jets took Game 1 of their series over the St. Louis Blues with a 5-3 come-from-behind win, while the Colorado Avalanche picked up a 5-1 win over the Dallas Stars. Here are some takeaways from the day's action.
Paul Skenes' bobblehead day turns into another embarrassment for Pirates
In a season already full of PR blunders and mistakes, the Pittsburgh Pirates tried to score a PR win for themselves before Saturday's game against the Cleveland Guardians.
Rangers have big problems even after firing Peter Laviolette
The New York Rangers fired head coach Peter Laviolette on Saturday following a bitterly disappointing 2024-25 season.
Watch: Francisco Lindor's milestone HR comes at perfect time for Mets
Shortstop Francisco Lindor delivered the first signature moment of the 2025 New York Mets season on Friday night.
Why St. Louis Blues are NHL's most dangerous wild-card team
The St. Louis Blues, the second wild-card team in the Western Conference, are one of the teams that could go on a surprisingly deep run at a championship.
Why Raiders shouldn't draft Ashton Jeanty with No. 6 pick
In typical Raiders fashion, there is no real consensus on what they might do with their No. 6 overall pick.
Golden Knights make some well-disciplined NHL history
Penalties were down to an historically low level during the 2024-25 NHL season all across the league. The one team that benefitted from that the most was the Vegas Golden Knights.
Mitch Marner, Connor Hellebuyck among players under most pressure in playoffs
Whether it is fair or not, reputations for players are mostly built on what they do in the playoffs. A great regular season performance can be completely forgotten if it is followed up by a dud in the postseason, especially if there is an expectation for a championship or if there have been playoff shortcomings in the past.
Stars' season-ending losing streak shouldn't be a concern going into playoffs
The Dallas Stars-Colorado Avalanche series should be — on paper, at least — one of the best opening round matchups in the first round of this year's Stanley Cup Playoffs.
NFL Draft watch: Ideal trade scenarios for NFC teams
With the NFL Draft approaching April 24-26 in Green Bay, some teams undoubtedly are contemplating trades. Ahead of the NFL's biggest week of the offseason, Yardbarker NFL writers identify the ideal trade scenario for every NFC team.
Wild's Marc-Andre Fleury gets win in final regular-season appearance
It was a big night for the Minnesota Wild on Tuesday. Not only did they defeat the Anaheim Ducks, 3-2, to officially clinch a wild-card spot in the Western Conference playoff field, but it also gave them a chance to give future Hall of Fame goalie Marc-Andre Fleury a memorable final regular-season game.
NHL playoff watch: Western Conference field set; Big drama in East
Tuesday was a huge day for the NHL's playoff race, providing clarity for the Western Conference and setting the stage for chaos in the Eastern Conference.
Avalanche captain one step closer to improbable comeback
The last time the Colorado Avalanche captain appeared in an NHL game was the team's Stanley Cup-clinching win at the end of the 2021-22 season.
Why the Jets should celebrate their Presidents' Trophy win
The Jets officially clinched the Presidents' Trophy (best regular season record) for the 2024-25 NHL season on Sunday. They secured the league's top spot when the Capitals lost a 4-1 decision to the Blue Jackets, locking the Jets into the top spot.
Rory McIlroy claims career Grand Slam with Masters win
Rory McIlroy finally did it. After so many near-misses, gut-wrenching rounds and crushing close calls, he finally won his first Masters on Sunday by defeating Justin Rose in a playoff.
Cubs' strong start could be derailed by pitcher's season-ending injury
The Chicago Cubs are off to a strong start in 2025, entering Sunday's game with a 10-7 record and sitting atop the National League Central. They are going to have to find a way to continue that strong start without one of their best starting pitchers.
Rangers join infamous club by missing playoffs
The Rangers' one-year regression is so significant that it puts them in a rather infamous club in the modern NHL era.
Caleb Williams reveals why Bears players were annoyed with Matt Eberflus
The Chicago Bears' Week 8 loss to the Washington Commanders ended up being one of the big turning points in their 2024 season.
Masters takeaways from third round: Is this Rory McIlroy's year?
We are through three rounds of this year's Masters, and the stage is set for an unforgettable Sunday that is either going to deliver a top player their first green jacket or be another devastating missed opportunity.
After 14-season drought, Jeff Skinner is finally going to NHL playoffs
Skinner is set to experience playoff hockey for the first time.
Watch: Angels' Mike Trout continues hot start with another monster HR
The Los Angeles Angels have been one of the biggest surprises in the American League through the first two weeks of the season, and the return of a healthy Mike Trout has been a big part of that.
Derek Carr injury update could significantly change Saints' draft plans
When the New Orleans Saints decided to bring quarterback Derek Carr back for the 2025 season it seemed to at least solidify the position for one more year. They might end up having to go back to the drawing board, and perhaps make the position an even bigger priority in the upcoming 2025 NFL Draft.
Takeaways from Masters second round: Rory McIlroy bounces back
The second round of the Masters wrapped up on Friday, with Justin Rose narrowly holding onto the lead he entered the day with.
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