The first round just flipped the playoff script. The Edmonton Oilers are OUT after a flat Game 6 loss — and now the pressure shifts to a massive offseason with Connor McDavid’s window tightening. What changes are coming? The Anaheim Ducks complete a shocking upset, dominating Edmonton and announcing themselves as a real threat moving forward. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Wild eliminate Dallas, exposing major flaws — including a brutal lack of 5-on-5 scoring — and now all eyes turn to Jason Robertson’s future as contract decisions loom. We break down: - What went wrong for the Oilers (and what HAS to change) - Ducks proving they’re ahead of schedule - Dallas facing a franchise-altering summer - Penguins at a crossroads with Malkin - Previewing Round 2 matchups (CAR vs PHI, COL vs MIN) - Early playoff MVP picks & betting angles The playoffs are heating up… and so is the offseason pressure. 00:00 - Intro 01:45 - Dallas Stars Eliminated 04:30 - Jason Robertson 12:30 - Edmonton Oilers Eliminated 20:45 - Pittsburgh Penguins Eliminated 28:30 - Wild vs Avalanche 35:30 - Fill in the Blank (bet365) 40:45 - Flyers vs Carolina Preview 42:45 - Ducks Advance 44:30 - Bruins Fight For Game 7 47:00 - Canadiens vs Lightning | Game 6 Powered by @bet365 | Hockey fans - Check out bet-three-six-five’s 3-Goal Early Payout. When your team goes up three, you get paid. It’s that simple. Download the app today. Must be 19+ please play responsibly. Download the App today and use promo code: NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/ 🔗 Connect with Daily Faceoff Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/DailyFaceoff.com Website: https://www.dailyfaceoff.com Twitter: https://x.com/DailyFaceoff Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailyfaceoff 🛒 Merch: https://nationgear.ca/collections/daily-faceoff #NHLPlayoffs #Oilers #MinnesotaWild #AnaheimDucks #DFORundown #HockeyTalk #NHLTrades #NHLScores #NHLPlayoffSchedule
We're going over the latest in regards to the Vancouver Canucks GM search, and just how much work Jim Rutherford is putting ...
Zach Berman opened the episode by acknowledging the season as one of the most disappointing in New Jersey Devils franchise ...
Today's Starting Pitchers PGH RHP Paul Skenes (4-2, 2.72) vs ATL RHP Spencer Strider (2-1, 3.46) Last Ten Games (6-4) April 28 at ATL L 8-2 April 27 at ATL L 3-1 April 26 at TOR W 4-1 April 25 at TOR W 8-3 April 24 at TOR W 1-0 April 23 vs SEA L 3-2 April 22 vs SEA W 7-2 April 21 vs SEA W 8-3 April 19 vs WSH W 2-1 April 18 vs WSH L 3-1 What if MLB already had a "salary cap" where the most valuable franchises had a budget they couldn't exceed and the "cheaper" franchises had to spend more money. The Rise of the Jolly Roger highlights the ascension of the Pittsburgh Pirates as part of this unique MLB The Shift Universe. Notable Names in Different Places SP Shane Beiber (SDG) DH Kyle Schwarber (SF) CF Peter Crow-Armstrong (BOS) 2B Luis Arraez (KC) RF Juan Soto (MIN) SS Bo Bichette (MIN) SS Bobby Witt Jr. (LAA) 1B Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (OAK) RF George Springer (OAK) SP Jacob deGrom (SEA) C J.T. Realmuto (CLE) 2026 Pittsburgh Pirates as of April 20th, 2026 INFIELDERS: Brandon Belt (14), Brendan Donovan (34), Ezequiel Duran (27), Ke'Bryan Hayes (13), Jose Miranda (6), O'Neill Cruz (15), Llover Peguero (44) OUTFIELDERS: Bryan Reynolds (10), J.D. Martinez (28), Jack Suwinski (65), Michael A. Taylor (18), Hunter Renfroe (16) CATCHERS: Henry Davis (32), Endy Rodriguez (25) STARTING PITCHERS: Paul Skenes (30), Max Fried (54), Mitch Keller (23), Domingo German (50), Jared Jones (37) RELIEF PITCHERS: Zach Jackson (31), Dauri Moreta (36), Genesis Cabrera (92), Jose Hernandez (85), Kevin Kelly (49), Scott Alexander (55) CLOSER: David Bednar (51)
I started behind the glass to see the preparation and the personalities that make this AHL franchise legendary, then we let the game speak for itself. High-speed textures, raw audio from the boards, and the atmosphere of a fan base that’s been doing this for nearly a century. #hersheybears #ahl #charlottecheckers
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🚨 BULLS NATION… A NEW ERA IS GETTING REAL CLOSE. 🚨 The Chicago Bulls may finally be zeroing in on the man who could reshape the entire future of this franchise — and his name is Matt Lloyd. On this episode of Chicago Bulls Breeze, host Philip Charles VanDerHeyden IV (@PhilipCharlesIV) breaks down why Lloyd — currently the No. 2 decision-maker in the Minnesota Timberwolves front office — is emerging as the FRONTRUNNER to become the next President of Basketball Operations for the Chicago Bulls. And make no mistake… this is NOT just another name. This is a guy with a REAL track record. 🔍 WHO IS MATT LLOYD — AND WHY SHOULD BULLS FANS CARE? Matt Lloyd has quietly built one of the most respected résumés in the NBA: Longtime Orlando Magic executive Played a MAJOR role in drafting cornerstone players like Victor Oladipo, Aaron Gordon, and Domantas Sabonis Key architect in Minnesota’s rise Instrumental in helping build a Timberwolves roster centered around Anthony Edwards Known for elite scouting, player evaluation, and modern roster construction thinking This isn’t just a front office guy — this is someone who has been in the room making real decisions that led to playoff-caliber teams. 🧠 WHY HE MAKES SENSE FOR CHICAGO With the Bulls officially moving on from AKME (Arturas Karnisovas & Marc Eversley), the franchise is at a crossroads — and this hire could define the next decade. Matt Lloyd checks EVERY box: ✅ Strong scouting background (perfect for a team holding multiple picks, including #9) ✅ Experience building through youth — something the Baby Bulls 2.0 desperately need ✅ Comes from a winning environment that JUST figured it out in Minnesota ✅ Fresh voice, fresh vision… something this franchise has been starving for And let’s be real — with $65M in cap space, the #9 pick, and Portland’s incoming mid-first rounder… the next decision-maker has ALL the tools to flip this thing FAST. 🔥 THE BIGGER PICTURE This isn’t just about hiring a name. This is about: Establishing a NEW identity Building around guys like Josh Giddey and Matas Buzelis Finally putting a COMPETENT, FORWARD-THINKING basketball mind in charge If Matt Lloyd is the guy… this could be the first REAL step toward bringing winning basketball BACK to Chicago. 💬 Bulls Nation — I need YOU in the comments: Is Matt Lloyd the RIGHT guy to lead this franchise? Or are you still holding out for another name? 👍 Like the video if you’re READY for a new era 🔔 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bulls content that’s raw, real, and Chicago-biased 🔥 And let’s ride together as this front office situation unfolds in REAL TIME #ChicagoBulls #ChicagoBullsBreeze #BullsTalk #BullsNation #MattLloyd