NHL News and Notes from Friday, May 23rd, 2025
News
- The NHL announced the finalists for the Jim Gregory General Manager of the Year Award.
- The finalists are Kevin Chevelsayoff (WIN), Jim Nill (DAL), and Bill Zito (FLA).
- The NHL announced the winner of the 2025 Mark Messier NHL Leadership Award.
- Washington Capitals forward Alexander Ovechkin was named the recipient of the award.
- The New York Islanders announced they have hired Mathieu Darche as General Manager and Executive Vice President.
Jersey Tracking and Mini Recaps
Edmonton Oilers v. Dallas Stars – 8p ET – Game 2
- In Dallas for Game 2, the Stars look to keep their momentum rolling against the Edmonton Oilers, but in the first period, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins would strike while on the powerplay to give the Oilers the 1-0 lead. Then in the second period Brett Kulak and Connor Brown would score to give the Oilers the 3-0 victory over the Stars. Stuart Skinner stopped all 25 shots faced to earn the shutout and help the Oilers tie the series at one.
Today’s Games
- CAR v. FLA – 8p ET – Game 3
Noteworthy in Hockey
- 32 Thoughts Podcast: That’s 14 Straight Conference Final Losses… (SportsNet)
- The Sheet with Jeff Marek: End of the Shanaplan ft. Brian Burke & Jonas Siegel (Daily Faceoff)
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