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As a #Canucks fan, as much I may have passionately disliked the Kings over the years, I could never dislike Anze Kopitar. Much like are own Sedins, he is as classy as they come. Glad they showed him respect as he leaves Rogers Arena for the final time.

RUMOR: Day 1 of the Stanley Cup playoff schedule. Saturday April 18th. 12:30 Flyers at Penguins 3:00 Bruins at Sabres 7:00 Senators at Hurricanes We'll see if it happens this way. Stay tuned.

What. Quick throw by Valenzuela!

Unreal! Grillcheese is gonna be a great analyst!

Tarik Skubal chimed in with the final question for media during the Kevin McGonigle extension press conference: “So we have two day games in Boston over the weekend. Are you planning on taking out the boys for dinner?” It was a resounding yes 😂 #DNMW

For MLB to work in Vancouver, it needs a billionaire owner with deep pockets, and a new ballpark. If someone's willing to do that, then it makes a lot of sense. Seems notable that the city press release says there is "interest from prospective groups."

This Penguins season started with Crosby, Malkin and Letang taking the ice in a preseason game with Marc-Andre Fleury. Today, we may see them on the ice in what might be Ovi’s last game. In between, we saw a truly improbable season. Playoffs start next week. Remarkable.

Chris Sale is a true marvel. At 37, he's throwing as hard as he did throughout his 20s -- and tonight, his 99.4-mph fastball against Rhys Hoskins tied for his fastest pitch since 2019. He has thrown five shutout against Cleveland as the Braves look to extend their NL East lead.

After failing to win in his first 16 attempts, Rory McIlroy becomes the 4th golfer to win back-to-back times at #themasters: Jack Nicklaus (1965 & 1966) Nick Faldo (1989 & 1990) Tiger Woods (2001 & 2002) Rory McIlroy (2025 & 2026)

Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar will not accompany the team on their upcoming two-game road trip due to facial fractures and a corneal abrasion. He will not require surgery at this time and is expected to make a full recovery. Avalanche assistant coaches Nolan Pratt and Dave Hakstol will coach the team in Edmonton and Calgary.

Wowwwwwwwwwa

True pro

KEVIN MCGONIGLE OH MY GOODNESS

Final After Hours for me tomorrow night from San Jose. Guest is Ryan Reaves. There may not be any point to it but feel free to send questions! #afterhours

I had a chat with Sid yesterday. He told me what pushed him most in recent seasons is the thought of hearing the noise of the Pittsburgh crowd when he, Geno Malkin and Kris Letang take the ice in a playoff game again. He will get his wish. The Penguins are headed to the playoffs.

#GoHabsGo general manager Kent Hughes on the decision to name Nick Suzuki captain in 2022: "Shea Weber had come in... and he said to me; You have a captain in #14" #thesickpodcast @TonyMarinaro

#Isles Matthew Schaefer is in contract negotiations to live with The Martins for, at least, the 2026-27 season. “I told them from the start, I could see myself living there for the next 5 years. I think next year is probably a given.” @TheElmonters theelmonters.com/p/matthew-scha…

Konnor Griffin doesn’t look and sound like a teenager. I get Sidney Crosby vibes. What poise and polish.

Kevin Gausman uses the same set and delivery on every pitch. This isn’t even close to a balk. John Schneider was already holding A LOT in and he let it fly - that was an intense shouting match. Unbelievable ump show. What else is new. #BlueJays50

Had a really nice chat with Teddy Blueger yesterday about both his and the #Canucks future moving forward. Here’s a small quote from him on what staying in Vancouver past this season would mean to him.