NHL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, over/under bet for each team

As the NHL returns from the Olympic break, the rankings see big shifts beyond the top five.

Avalanche discipline, power play falters, Central Division lead shrinks in 5-2 loss to Wild

The Colorado Avalanche had a chance Thursday night to regain some real separation between them and the Minnesota Wild, but ...

NHL mailbag, Part 2: Should Schaefer change Islanders’ plans? Who gets Atlantic berths?

Plus: Can the Wild or Stars catch the Avalanche in the Central? Should goalie contact be an automatic penalty in the blue paint?

Fantasy Hockey Waiver Wire: Pierre-Luc Dubois, Devon Toews among top options heading into weekend

This week's key NHL pickups include Pierre-Luc Dubois who makes a great addition as he works back to full speed from a three-month absence.
The Hockey Writers

3 Takeaways From the Avalanche’s 5-2 Loss to the Wild

The Colorado Avalanche just couldn't find a way to keep up with their division rivals, falling to the Minnesota Wild 5-2.
The Hockey Writers

3 Takeaways From the Wild’s 5-2 Win Over the Avalanche

The Minnesota Wild came back from the Olympic break ready to go as they found a way to take down the Colorado Avalanche.
West Central Tribune

Wild return to action with a statement win in Colorado

The Minnesota Wild jumped back into NHL play Thursday with a statement win in Colorado, fueled by two of their Swedish Olympians. The 5-2 victory over the division-leading Avalanche came via a pair of ...