Yardbarker
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 28
NHL dropped the ball by not suspending Matthew Tkachuk

NHL dropped the ball by not suspending Panthers' Matthew Tkachuk

Florida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk has reportedly avoided supplemental discipline for a late hit on Tampa Bay Lightning forward Jake Guentzel during Game 3 of their series on Saturday afternoon. 

Panthers star Matthew Tkachuk avoids a suspension
Lightning's Brandon Hagel suspended for dirty hit
Stanley Cup playoffs takeaways: Lightning-Panthers intensity rises; Senators survive
What cities should get NHL expansion teams?
The 'Most NHL goals scored in a season by U.S. born players' quiz
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 27
Stanley Cup playoffs takeaways: Lightning-Panthers intensity rises

Stanley Cup playoffs takeaways: Lightning-Panthers intensity rises; Senators survive

The Stanley Cup playoffs continued on Saturday with four games. Here are some key takeaways from the day's action.

Avalanche's Gabriel Landeskog scores first goal in nearly three years
Josh Anderson, Tom Wilson fined for unsportsmanlike conduct
Watch: Wilson, Anderson fight
Capitals head coach hints at starting goaltender for Game 4
Capitals assign top prospect to AHL
NHL News / NHL Rumors / April 28
2025 NHL Playoff Matchups: Series Summaries, Odds, and Cup Favorites

2025 NHL Playoff Matchups: Series Summaries, Odds, and Cup Favorites

As of Saturday, April 26, 2025, the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs are in full swing, with the first round delivering drama, overtime thrillers, and no shortage of surprises.

Jonathan Toews News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'NHL Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'NHL Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

Florida Panthers News / Breakaway on SI / April 26
Panthers Expect Captain to Play in Game 3

Panthers Expect Captain to Play in Game 3

The Florida Panthers shared positive injury news ahead of their Game 3 matchup against the Tampa Bay Lightning. After their captain, Aleksander Barkov, took a massive hit from Lightning forward Brandon Hagel.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / April 26
Lightning Forward Suspended After 'Extremely Forceful' Action vs. Panthers

Lightning Forward Suspended After 'Extremely Forceful' Action vs. Panthers

The NHL Department of Player Safety announced a suspension following Game 2 of the first-round series between the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Florida Panthers.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 26
Lightning's Brandon Hagel suspended for dirty hit

Lightning's Brandon Hagel suspended for dirty hit

Tampa Bay Lightning forward Brandon Hagel has been suspended one game for his hit on Aleksander Barkov in Game 2 of their Battle of Florida. As a result of the suspension, Hagel will miss Game 3 of the series, which the Florida Panthers lead 2-0.

Florida Panthers News / Field Level Media / April 25
Panthers' Aleksander Barkov questionable for Game 3 vs. Lightning

Panthers' Aleksander Barkov questionable for Game 3 vs. Lightning

Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov's availability is in question for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference first-round series against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday in Sunrise, Fla.

Florida Panthers News / House of Hockey / April 25
Leaked Footage Shows Tkachuk and Bennett Sending Lightning Players a Clear Warning for Hit on Barkov

Leaked Footage Shows Tkachuk and Bennett Sending Lightning Players a Clear Warning for Hit on Barkov

The Florida Panthers were furious after Brandon Hagel took out Aleksander Barkov, and now, footage has shown his star teammates sending Tampa a strong message.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 25
Lightning’s Brandon Hagel to have hearing for hit on Panthers’ Aleksander Barkov

Lightning’s Brandon Hagel to have hearing for hit on Panthers’ Aleksander Barkov

Some extra punishment looks to be in order of a recent act in the Battle of Florida. On Friday, the NHL Department of Player Safety announced that Tampa Bay Lightning forward Brandon Hagel will have a hearing for his hit on Florida Panthers forward Aleksander Barkov.

Florida Panthers News / House of Hockey / April 25
Paul Maurice Makes Concerning Update on Captain Aleksander Barkov After Injury in Game 2

Paul Maurice Makes Concerning Update on Captain Aleksander Barkov After Injury in Game 2

Aleksander Barkov took a brutal hit from Brandon Hagel in Game 2, and after the game, Paul Maurice's update certainly wasn't a positive one. Game 2 of the Battle of Florida on Thursday night was a brutal one, and while the Florida Panthers came out on top with a 2-0 shutout victory to get them to 2-0 in the series, it wasn't without loss.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / April 25
Tensions Rising Between Panthers and Lightning

Tensions Rising Between Panthers and Lightning

The first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs has been full of rivalries and rising tensions between teams, and the series between the Florida Panthers and Tampa Bay Lightning is no different.

Florida Panthers News / Athlon Sports / April 25
Panthers Coach's One-Word Response to Aleksander Barkov Question

Panthers Coach's One-Word Response to Aleksander Barkov Question

The Florida Panthers secured their second straight road win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Thursday night, posting a 2-0 victory in Game 2 of their opening-round playoff series.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 25
Maple Leafs in control; Hagel should be suspended

Stanley Cup playoffs takeaways: Maple Leafs in control; Hagel should be suspended

The Stanley Cup playoffs continued on Thursday night with four more games. Here are some key takeaways from the action. 

Maple Leafs take 3-0 series lead vs. Senators on latest OT win
Nate Schmidt, Sergei Bobrovsky stake Panthers to 2-0 series lead vs. Lightning
Panthers star ties record for most goals by defenseman after two playoff games
Wild take series lead with huge 5-2 win over Golden Knights
Pavel Buchnevich's hat trick helps Blues cut Jets' series lead
Most unlikely Stanley Cup Final heroes
NHL News / House of Hockey / April 24
Aleksander Barkov Possibly Seriously Injured by Massive Hit in Game 2 Against Tampa Bay

Aleksander Barkov Possibly Seriously Injured by Massive Hit in Game 2 Against Tampa Bay

Florida Panthers fans are holding their collective breaths after captain Aleksander Barkov was hurt following a questionable hit from Tampa's Brandon Hagel.

Florida Panthers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 19
Aleksander Barkov’s stance on Panthers’ playoff run will get fans pumped

Aleksander Barkov’s stance on Panthers’ playoff run will get fans pumped

Although Florida Panthers winger Aleksander Barkov was hit with a discouraging injury update, his mentality hasn’t wavered in the slightest. After the Panthers finished with a 47-31-4 record, they underperformed compared to last season.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 5
Panthers HC provides injury updates on key players

Panthers HC provides injury updates on key players

As the Florida Panthers gear up for a repeat run at the Stanley Cup, head coach Paul Maurice provided injury updates on Saturday on several key players.

Panthers’ Aleksander Barkov to miss at least two more games
Which Panthers UFAs are most likely to re-sign?
Breaking the ice: The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history
The 'Stanley Cup-winning Pittsburgh Penguins' quiz
Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / April 4
Panthers’ Aleksander Barkov to miss at least two more games

Panthers’ Aleksander Barkov to miss at least two more games

After already missing Wednesday’s showdown versus the Atlantic Division rival Toronto Maple Leafs, Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov will be sidelined for at least two more games due to an upper-body ailment, Panthers head coach Paul Maurice confirmed Friday per team reporter Jameson Olive.

Florida Panthers News / Daily Faceoff / April 2
Panthers’ Aleksander Barkov day-to-day with upper-body injury

Panthers’ Aleksander Barkov day-to-day with upper-body injury

Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov did not suit up for Wednesday’s contest against the Atlantic Division rival Toronto Maple Leafs, with Panthers head coach Paul Maurice confirming postgame that the stalwart center is day-to-day with an upper-body injury, per TSN’s Chris Johnston.

Customize Your Newsletter

Yardbarker +

Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Popular Quizzes

Can you name the active leaders in rushing yards in the NFL?

Can you name the 2024-25 NHL points leaders?

Can you name the players with at least 30 points and 20 rebounds in an NBA playoff game?

Can you name the most recent player to top 1,000 receiving yards in a season for every NFL franchise?

Can you name the youngest players with a 25/5/5 playoff game with 5 3's for each NBA franchise?

Can you name the 2024 MLB postseason saves leaders?

Today's Latest News

Pistons' Cade Cunningham comes alive in fourth quarter to stave off elimination vs. Knicks

Insider suggests four-time Pro Bowl option for Steelers if Aaron Rodgers doesn't sign

Steelers may have found another steal in UDFA pool as Pittsburgh lands an athletic freak

Cubs defeat Pirates with an impressive night at the plate

Watch: Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton eliminate the Bucks in OT

Spurs' Stephon Castle runs away with Rookie of the Year Award

Watch: Yankees open game with three straight home runs ... again

Five reasons why the Rockies have been historically bad in 2025