News and Notes from Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
News
- The Toronto Maple Leafs made a pair of front office announcements.
- The Leafs announced that they have hired Mats Sundin as Senior Executive Advisor, Hockey Operations.
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- The Leafs also announced that they have hired John Chayka as General Manager.
- Chayka was previously general manager of Arizona Coyotes, but resigned in 2020.
- The Leafs also announced that they have hired John Chayka as General Manager.
Jersey Tracking and Mini Recaps
Montreal Canadiens v. Tampa Bay Lightning – 6p ET – Game 7
- In Tampa Bay, the Montreal Canadiens look to end the State of Florida’s reign of terror with Game 7 against the Lightning, and in the first period, Nick Suzuki would score his first of the playoffs to give the Canadiens the 1-0 lead. In the second period, Dominic James would score on the powerplay to tie the game at one for the Lightning. Then in the third period, Alex Newhook would score to give the Canadiens the 2-1 victory over the Lightning to advance to the Second Round and face the Buffalo Sabres.
Late Games
Minnesota Wild v. Colorado Avalanche – 9p ET – Game 1
Today’s Games
- PHI v. CAR – 7p ET – Game 2
- ANA v. VGK – 930p ET – Game 1
Noteworthy in Hockey
- PWHL won’t have an expansion draft as it adds teams. Here’s what it’s planning instead (The Athletic – $)
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