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Sebastian Aho and the Hurricanes are road favorites in Vancouver.

Top Shelf Picks: NHL Best Bets Today (Predictions for Kings-Capitals, Avalanche-Devils, Hurricanes-Canucks)

Ryan Gilbert

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Oct 20, 2026

Nathan MacKinnon and the Avalanche are home favorites against the Stars.

Top Shelf Picks: NHL Best Bets Today (Predictions for Canadiens-Capitals, Stars-Avalanche)

Ryan Gilbert

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Oct 14, 2026

Connor McDavid and the Oilers are favorites in Los Angeles.

Top Shelf Picks: NHL Best Bets Today (Predictions for Caps-Canes, Kraken-Flyers, Blues-Senators, Oilers-Kings)

Ryan Gilbert

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Oct 13, 2026

Oct 9, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) is helped off the ice after being injured against the Washington Capitals during the second period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

NY Rangers' Winning Streak Snapped by Capitals Following Igor Shesterkin Injury

Nick Ziegler

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Oct 9, 2026

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Apr 5, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Washington Capitals defenseman Jakob Chychrun (6) and New York Rangers center Mika Zibanejad (93) stand in front of the net during the first period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-Imagn Images

NY Rangers Announce Starting Goalie Against Capitals

Kenneth Teape

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Oct 9, 2026

Dylan Larkin and the Red Wings are home favorites against the Kraken.

Top Shelf Picks: NHL Best Bets Today (Predictions for All 4 Games on Friday)

Ryan Gilbert

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Oct 9, 2026

Alex Ovechkin and the Capitals host the Penguins in his final home opener.

Top Shelf Picks: NHL Best Bets Today (Predictions for Avalanche-Jets, Penguins-Capitals, Oilers-Ducks)

Ryan Gilbert

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Oct 7, 2026

The Florida Panthers are favored to win the 2026-2027 Stanley Cup.

Stanley Cup Odds: Panthers Top Odds List to Win NHL Playoffs Ahead of Regular Season

Iain MacMillan

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Sep 29, 2026

2025-26 Upper Deck ICE Hockey Premieres Auto Patch Ben Kindel

25/26 Upper Deck ICE Hockey Release: Same Name, Fresh Ice

D. Allen Thompson

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Sep 21, 2026

For the first time since 2017-18, Upper Deck Splendor, a high-end, one-card product, returns with autographs and premium memorabilia.

2025-26 Upper Deck Splendor Preview: High-End Hockey Chase

Alex Kramers

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Sep 15, 2026

Jan 7, 2014; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; St. Louis Blues forward TJ Oshie (74) skates against the Edmonton Oilers at Rexall Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-USA TODAY Sports

Headed to the Hall of Fame, Top 3 Sales of Olympic Star TJ Oshie

Cole Benz

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Sep 11, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; New York Rangers right wing Gabe Perreault (94) against the Columbus Blue Jackets during the first period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

Gabe Perreault Draws Comps to Blues and Capitals Forwards

Kenneth Teape

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Sep 7, 2026

Oct 21, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer (48) skates with the puck against San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini (71) during the second period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Top 10 Chase Cards from 2025-26 Upper Deck Premier Hockey

D. Allen Thompson

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Sep 1, 2026

July Grading Report for PSA

PSA Grading Report: Top 10 Graded Athletes in Each Sport for July

Brendan Darr

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Aug 12, 2026

Apr 12, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) talks with Capitals defenseman Cole Hutson (44) in Pittsburgh.

2026-27 Upper Deck MVP Hockey: New Rookies, Big Auto Chases

D. Allen Thompson

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Aug 11, 2026

NY Rangers Land Capitals Forward in 2023 NHL Re-Draft

Kenneth Teape

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Jul 30, 2026

Apr 5, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers center Jonny Brodzinski (22) skates against the Washington Capitals during the first period at Madison Square Garden.

NY Rangers Lose Key Depth Pieces to Eastern Conference Foes

Kenneth Teape

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Jul 2, 2026

Alex Ovechkin is returning for his 22nd season with the Capitals.

Alex Ovechkin Returning to Capitals: The Details on His New One-Year Deal

Andy Nesbitt

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Jul 2, 2026

Rasmus Andersson is the top NHL free agent on the open market this offseason.

NHL Free Agency Guide: Ranking the Best Players Available at Each Position

Karl Rasmussen

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Jun 30, 2026

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