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Edmonton Journal
4 days ago
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
William Nylander, Leon Draisaitl lead European pre-Olympic picks
Article content Among Swedes joining Nylander are Colorado's Gabriel Landeskog, who made a late-season return from injury for the Colorado Avalanche and Tampa Bay Lightning captain Victor Hedman. Sweden's great rival, Finland, named Aleksandar Barkov, who hopes to win a second Stanley Cup this week with the Florida Panthers, plus three Dallas Stars; Mikko Rantanen, Miro Heiskanen and Anton Lindell. Sebastian Aho of the Carolina Hurricanes with Jusse Saros in net. The Swiss will be bolstered by Roman Josi of the Nashville Predators, two New Jersey Devils in Nico Hischier and Timo Meier, and Winnipeg Jet Nino Niederreiter. Germany leader is Edmonton's Leon Draisaitl, this year's Rocket Richard Trophy winning scorer with 52 goals, a further 33 playoff points to date, and Ottawa Senators Tim Stutzle. Czechia's six pack includes Boston great David Pastrnak, defenceman Radko Gudas and goaltender Lukas Dostal. Two netminders were prominent in Latvia's selections, Elvis Merzlikins of Columbus and Vancouver Canuck Arturs Silovs. Canada and the U.S. are expected to unveil their top six later Monday.
Time of India
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Stanley Pup expands in 2025 with all 32 NHL teams and heartwarming rescue stories
NHL's 'Stanley Pup' to air during Cup Final (Credit: NHL) The Stanley Pup event is back for 2025 with more dogs, more teams, and a deeper mission. A year after its debut, the show expanded its reach to include all 32 NHL franchises. The playful event pairs puppies with NHL team themes. While encouraging pet adoption through uplifting storytelling and star-studded appearances. The show will air on truTV in the US on Friday. At 7 p.m. ET, Sportsnet in Canada on Saturday at 6pm, and NHL Network on Sunday at 7pm, it will also be available on NHL digital platforms, unlike its 2024 premiere. This featured only playoff teams, this year's edition. This ensures every NHL fan sees their team represented, from Seattle to Sunrise. This broadened approach came after fan feedback, and many felt left out when their team wasn't included last year, the producers have responded with full inclusion in 2025. This is creating a show that's not only more engaging. But also more equitable for fans across the league. Animal adoption and community support at the core At its heart, the Stanley Pup is more than just entertainment. The show's mission is to raise awareness around animal welfare and adoption. Monumental Sports and Entertainment, in partnership with local rescue organizations, has made it a priority to feature dogs in need of homes from the Washington D.C., by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Médico: Eu imploro que os Brasileiros usem isso para emagrecer Palmilha Emagrecedora Compre já Undo Maryland, and Virginia areas. Every dog appearing in the show is adoptable, and many have already found homes through last year's success. This year, the impact is growing beyond puppies, as the production has added cats. This will serve as part of the ice crew and in-game entertainment, even a rescue pig will sing the national anthem. This is emphasizing the message that all animals deserve love and care. The production also highlights stories from around the country, such as the efforts of Los Angeles rescue groups who stepped up during the Pacific Palisades and Altadena wildfires. With assistance from Petco Love, nearly 500 animals were cared for, many of whom have since been reunited with owners or adopted. NHL set for "The Stanley Pup" Celebrities and NHL players support the initiative The Stanley Pup will feature several NHL players including Victor Hedman, Jaccob Slavin, Sam Bennett, Alex Kerfoot, and Ryan Leonard. Their involvement goes beyond appearances, players introduce adoptable dogs, share personal connections to animal rescue, and help convey the emotional heart of the show. Read more: Flyers GM Danny Briere doubles down on 2025 NHL Draft plan, saying 'we're not afraid to take swings' amid chatter of big moves By blending hockey culture with adoption advocacy. The Stanley Pup has evolved into a meaningful broadcast experience, and it highlights the power of community. And the joy of rescue animals, and the growing bond between sports and social impact.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
New HUTVerse, Closers, and World Championship Frozen Forces Cards In NHL 25
New HUTVerse, CLosers, and IIHF World Championship themed Frozen Forces cards are available in NHL 25 HUT. HUT Verse cards are players who are playing a different position than they do in real life, this is a massive content add with 84 new HUTVerse cards being introduced. There are four HUT Verse exchange sets. Players can trade in any six 88+ cards for A HUT Verse pack. 20 88+ cards for a 5x pack, three 89+ HUTVerse cards for a 91+ HUTVerse player, or three 90+ HV cards for a 92 HV player. HUTVerse cards are broken down into Young Stars Collection, Oh Canada Collection, and by Division, allowing players to trade in related cards for a master set player. The master set players are 96 overall Dougie Hamilton, Victor Hedman, Filip Forsberg. and Quinton Byfield. The new Closers players are five 95 overall members of the back-to-back PWHL champion Minnesota Frost. The Nine new Frozen Forces cards are three members each of the three countries who medaled at the 2025 World Championship, USA, Switzerland, and Sweden, All new Closers and Frozen Forces cards as well as the 10 HUTVerse players pictured on the banner are in the video above. Players can ask questions or leave comments on the EA NHL 25 Forums here. Check out Week 1 of the Double Shift Event here. For more NHL 25 news make sure you bookmark The Hockey News Gaming Site or follow our Google News Feed. For gaming discussion check out our forum.
Forbes
05-05-2025
- Sport
- Forbes
Tampa Bay Lightning Hold Heads High Following Season Of ‘110 Percent Buy-In'
SUNRISE, FL - Victor Hedman congratulates goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy of the Tampa Bay Lightning ... More after the 5-1 win against the Florida Panthers after Game Three of the First Round of the 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs at the Amerant Bank Arena on April 26, 2025 in Sunrise, Florida. (Photo by) Victor Hedman had the captain's 'C' sown on his jersey prior to the preseason. Not that serving as a leader, visually or otherwise, was anything new. After all, the towering Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman had been a pillar in the room for the first 15 years of a career that will see the two-time Stanley Cup winner enshrined in the Hockey Hall of Fame. Though Hedman's first season as captain, a role he took on after Steven Stamkos left the club via free agency, concluded with an opening-round playoff defeat to the Florida Panthers for the second straight spring, Tampa Bay was unwavering in its commitment to the lightning bolt on the front of each player's jersey. The examples established by No. 77 were a large reason why. 'This group picked each other up all of the time, and Victor was a big part of that, especially in his first year as captain and taking over for an icon here,' said coach Jon Cooper, during an end-of-season media session at Amalie Arena on May 2. 'His leadership and Ryan (McDonagh), (Nikita) Kucherov and (Brandon) Hagel, you go down the line of guys that were inclusive as a team. There weren't cliques or any of stuff that went on that I have seen in years past. That was not this group. That is why we had the season we did, and I cannot say enough great things about the guys.' Hedman, in a boot after breaking his right foot in Game 4, noted how the team's level of commitment was never in question even after a busy off-season. 'A lot happened last summer and we knew it was going to be a collective effort to replace Stammer and his voice,' said Hedman, who also captained Team Sweden in the 4 Nations Face-Off. 'I think the guys did a phenomenal job all year. The buy-in was 110 percent, which made the job easier for me. Guys stepping it up and being more of a leader themselves." Which is why the sting from this year's early exit was particularly harsh. 'Everybody dialed in, bought in to the system and tried hard,' said Nikita Kucherov, both a Hart Trophy finalist – winner will be announced June 27 – and the league's leading scorer (121 points) for a second straight season. 'We did everything we could and we just came up short. We want to make sure we come back stronger, more experienced and eliminate the mistakes we made this year, learn from that and move forward.' One of the guys who will make sure that happens, given he is re-signed, is Ryan McDonagh. The defenseman, reacquired last summer in a trade with Nashville, won the Cup twice during a previous four-plus season Tampa tenure. He returned to a team that retained a set of core values and a winning culture in the room even as a handful nameplates changed out. 'For our group, we had the buy-in mentality and great attitude of showing up, coming to work every day, accepting your role and doing whatever you can to help the team win,' said McDonagh, the Lightning's Masterton nominee. 'It is up to us as leaders to keep that same culture, that same mentality because that gives you a chance every year.' Such an unwavering culture, such an unwavering attitude is a way of life at 401 Channelside Drive in downtown Tampa. As such, it is clear what is expected of free agents, those acquired in trades and rookies hoping to break through. 'That makes it easier when new guys come to the team,' said McDonagh. 'They feel part of the group. They feel valued. There are no egos in this group. We care about winning and it hurts a ton when we lose.' Whether it is chasing individual statistics or whatever it is that may not be in the best interests of the collective, egos can get in the way and a season can go sideways at any point. Not the 2024-25 Tampa Lightning. Far from it. 'Those can be distractions,' said Cooper, of chasing awards and milestones. 'But for this group, it was all about the team. They looked after themselves, and that's what was great about the group.'
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Lightning beat Islanders 4-1
Mar 29, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Victor Hedman (77) passes the puck against the New York Islanders during the second period at Amalie Arena. Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images The Lightning started their four-game roadtrip off with a 4-1 win over the New York Islanders on Tuesday. Oliver Bjorkstrand opened the scoring on a redirection from Darren Raddysh, giving him his 20th goal of the season. Tampa Bay now has seven players with 20 plus goals. Just two minutes later, Bo Horvat evened the scoring for the Islanders with a shorthanded goal on the rush. The Lightning have allowed 12 shorthanded goals this season. Advertisement Eight minutes into the second period, Jake Guentzel scored after being left alone in front of the net. Nikita Kucherov snuck in a highlight-worthy quick pass to set up the go-ahead goal. Lightning captain Victor Hedman made it 3-1 almost three minutes later. Kucherov's assist on Hedman's goal brought him back into the top spot as the NHL points leader. 'I liked the way we competed. What I probably liked the most was the third period, we didn't give up anything and spent a lot of time in their end,' said Hedman. 'Down the stretch in the playoffs, that's the kind of game we want to play. When you go up 3-1, you've got to be able to shut it down.' 'Defensively it's been really good. You give up two goals in three games and scoring at the pace that we do, it's the recipe for success. For us, we have a high standard and I think, in most of these games, we have played to that standard' Advertisement Nick Paul scored the empty net goal with a little over three minutes left in the third. 'We worked really hard and started in the defensive zone. That's a big thing right now, is working in the D-zone to create offense,' said Paul. Andrei Vasilevskiy earned his 36th win of the regular season, behind Connor Hellebuyck of the Winnipeg Jets. The Lightning will face their Atlantic Division matchup in Ottawa on Thursday.
