Western Conference (NHL) News & Breaking Stories

Connor McDavid is on the verge of NHL greatness, chasing a Stanley Cup and possibly a Conn Smythe Trophy. His legend grows.

Oilers face tough loss in Game 1 of Stanley Cup final against Panthers, looking to bounce back in Game 2.

Get ready for the epic showdown in the Stanley Cup finals between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers starting June 8!

Edmonton Oilers secure Stanley Cup finals spot with low offensive output, defeating Dallas Stars 2-1 in Game 6. #OilersWin

Florida Panthers advance to Stanley Cup Final after defeating New York Rangers. They aim to win the Cup after last year's loss.

Edmonton Oilers on the verge of Stanley Cup Final after big turnaround against Dallas Stars, led by Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and strong defense.

Edmonton Oilers overcome slow start to beat Dallas Stars 5-2 in Game 4, tying series in thrilling comeback victory.

Stars' fans should be concerned after a Game 1 loss to the Oilers in the Western Conference finals. Momentum shift possible.

Oilers defeat Canucks in Game 7, advance to West Final. Young stars shine, coaches make bold decisions, depth leads Oilers to victory.

Oilers' power play key to Game 7 success. McDavid must shoot more. Canucks penalty trouble gives Edmonton opportunities to score.

Edmonton Oilers dominate Vancouver Canucks in Game 6, forcing a Game 7 showdown. McDavid shines with three assists. #NHLPlayoffs

The Dallas Stars advance to the Western Conference finals after defeating the Avalanche in six games. Get your tickets now!

Cale Makar silences critics with two goals in Game 5, rallying the Avalanche to victory and forcing a Game 6.

Colorado Avalanche faces uphill battle against Dallas Stars after Game 4 loss, dealing with suspensions and illnesses within the team.

Dallas Stars shut down Colorado Avalanche in Game 3, take 2-1 series lead. Avalanche must solve Oettinger to avoid playoff exit.

Brady Skjei scores power-play goal to lift Hurricanes over Rangers, while Stars take control of series against Avalanche.

Miro Heiskanen and Roope Hintz shine as Dallas Stars defeat Colorado Avalanche 5-3 in Game 2 of Western Conference semifinals.

Dallas Stars face Colorado Avalanche in Game 2 of NHL playoffs. Watch via Sling TV with discounts. Stars and Avalanche ready to battle.

Internet sensation Natalie Gauvreau returns to entertain NHL fans behind the bench during Game 7, inspiring the Dallas Stars to victory.

Golden Knights force Game 7 against Stars with 2-0 win. Hill and Oettinger shine. DeBoer undefeated in Game 7s. Exciting matchup ahead.

Wyatt Johnston leads Dallas Stars to a thrilling 3-2 overtime victory in Game 3 against Vegas Golden Knights. Series now 2-1.

Artturi Lehkonen leads Colorado Avalanche to 5-2 win over Winnipeg Jets, tying playoff series. Game 3 shifts to Denver. #NHLPlayoffs

Ovechkin and Oshie lead Capitals to victory, Ovechkin sets records, Kings win, Blues beat Sabres, Walman wins game for Red Wings

The New York Islanders fired Lane Lambert and hired Patrick Roy as head coach. Roy was a Hall of Fame goaltender.

Sidney Crosby leads Pittsburgh Penguins to 6-5 win over Boston Bruins, Nathan MacKinnon scores twice in Colorado Avalanche's OT victory.

Detroit Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman is hoping to end the team's seven-year playoff drought with major trades and free agency signings. The team has made improvements and hopes to compete for a playoff spot. Other teams with a chance to make the playoffs after missing out last season include the Pittsburgh Penguins, Nashville Predators, Ottawa Senators, and Buffalo Sabres.

The Penguins made a critical trade, acquiring defenseman Erik Karlsson from the Sharks in a three-team deal.