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NHL Playoff Overtime Rules, Explained

A full explainer on the NHL’s overtime rules and how they differ in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 30

2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs: Updated NHL Postseason Bracket and Full Schedule

The 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs have arrived. Here’s a look at the updated bracket and full schedules and results for each series.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 17

3 Players Maple Leafs Should Cut Ties With After Latest Stanley Cup Playoffs Failure

The Toronto Maple Leafs need to make some changes this offseason, and these three moves make plenty of sense.

Sports Illustrated · May 19, 2025

Biggest Blowouts in NHL Playoff History

There have been some massively lopsided results in Stanley Cup Playoffs history. These are the biggest blowouts.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 21, 2025

NHL Teams, Players With Most to Prove in 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs

These players and squads have the most riding on a strong showing in the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 18, 2025

NHL Stanley Cup Playoff Bracket, Puck Drop Times for First-Round Matchups

The stage is set for the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Here's the full bracket, first-round matchups and start times for each game.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 17, 2025

NHL Overtime Rules Explained

NHL games tied after regulation are decided by overtime, but the rules after different for the regular season and Stanley Cup playoffs.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 10, 2025

NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs: Format, Teams, Rules & Changes Through the Years

An in-depth look at the changes to the format and rules changes of the NHL postseason over the years.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 10, 2025

How Does Conn Smythe Trophy Voting Work in the NHL Playoffs? Winners & History

The Conn Smythe Trophy is awarded to the best performer throughout the Stanley Cup playoffs.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 6, 2024

EA Sports announces the top 50 EA NHL 24 player ratings

EA Sports announced the top 50 NHL 24 player ratings, with some big shake-ups compared to the previous sports game’s ratings

USA Today Sports Media Group · Sep 28, 2023