Mitch Marner is expected to become one of the highest-paid players in the NHL either as a free agent or if his rights are traded and he signs before hitting the open market.

If the Wild finally break through and win their first playoff series in a decade, Minnesota’s top line likely will be the reason.

Jack Eichel welcomed the boos in Buffalo this time by scoring three third-period goals and adding an assist in his second game against his former team as the Vegas Golden Knights routed the Sabres 7-4.

The NHL is relaxing virus protocols during the playoffs for teams that reach a vaccination threshold.