https://nypost.com Your source for breaking news, news about New York, sports, business, entertainment, opinion, real estate, culture, fashion, and more. Sat, 19 Apr 2025 05:45:42 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.5 163456144 https://nypost.com/2025/04/19/sports/islanders-ahl-affiliates-brutal-season-raises-eyebrows/#respond Sat, 19 Apr 2025 01:45:36 -0400 2025-04-19T01:45:42-04:00 https://nypost.com/2025/04/19/sports/islanders-ahl-affiliates-brutal-season-raises-eyebrows/ Ethan Sears https://nypost.com/?post_type=article&p=35669622 0 35669622 The Bridgeport Islanders in action this season. New York Islanders GM Lou Lamoriello speaks before a game against the Florida Panthers at UBS Arena, Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, in Elmont, NY. https://nypost.com/2025/04/19/sports/j-t-miller-ready-for-rangers-to-re-rack-after-disappointing-season/#respond Sat, 19 Apr 2025 01:35:33 -0400 2025-04-19T01:38:20-04:00 https://nypost.com/2025/04/19/sports/j-t-miller-ready-for-rangers-to-re-rack-after-disappointing-season/ Mollie Walker https://nypost.com/?post_type=article&p=35669568 0 35669568 New York Rangers left wing J.T. Miller (8) chases the puck in the first period against the Calgary Flames at Madison Square Garden. J.T. Miller of the New York Rangers celebrates after scoring a goal in front of Kyle Palmieri of the New York Islanders during a hockey game at UBS Arena. https://nypost.com/2025/04/19/sports/peter-laviolettes-rangers-future-still-hangs-in-the-balance/#respond Sat, 19 Apr 2025 00:38:39 -0400 2025-04-19T00:38:47-04:00 https://nypost.com/2025/04/19/sports/peter-laviolettes-rangers-future-still-hangs-in-the-balance/ Mollie Walker https://nypost.com/?post_type=article&p=35669321 0 35669321 Peter Laviolette is still waiting to hear what his future holds. Pittsburgh Penguins head coach Mike Sullivan talks with referee Brandon Schrader during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the Washington Capitals in Pittsburgh, Thursday, April 17, 2025. Vancouver Canucks head coach Rick Tocchet speaks during the NHL hockey team's end of season news conference, in Vancouver, B.C., Friday, April 18, 2025. https://nypost.com/2025/04/18/sports/the-posts-predictions-for-the-2025-nhl-playoffs/#respond Fri, 18 Apr 2025 23:43:19 -0400 2025-04-18T23:43:27-04:00 https://nypost.com/2025/04/18/sports/the-posts-predictions-for-the-2025-nhl-playoffs/ Post Staff Report https://nypost.com/?post_type=article&p=35668977 0 35668977 Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals shoots the puck against the Montreal Canadiens Edmonton Oilers center Leon Draisaitl (29) skates against the Vegas Golden Knights during the third period at T-Mobile Arena. Nikita Kucherov #86 of the Tampa Bay Lightning celebrates a goal against the Florida Panthers at Amalie Arena on April 15, 2025 in Tampa, Florida. Carolina Hurricanes center Jesperi Kotkaniemi (82) celebrates with team his goal scored in the first period against the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre. Edmonton Oilers center Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (93) steals the puck from Vegas Golden Knights center William Karlsson (71) during the third period at T-Mobile Arena. Goaltender Connor Hellebuyck of the Winnipeg Jets salutes the fans after receiving second star honors following a 2-1 overtime victory over the Anaheim Ducks at the Canada Life Centre on April 16, 2025 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Quinton Byfield #55 of the Los Angeles Kings celebrates his goal with teammates during the first period against the Anaheim Ducks at Crypto.com Arena on April 10, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. https://nypost.com/2025/04/18/sports/islanders-staring-down-pressing-offseason-questions-after-season/#respond Fri, 18 Apr 2025 23:11:31 -0400 2025-04-18T23:11:40-04:00 https://nypost.com/2025/04/18/sports/islanders-staring-down-pressing-offseason-questions-after-season/ Ethan Sears https://nypost.com/?post_type=article&p=35668039 0 35668039 Lou Lamoriello addresses reporters during a press conference in October 2024. Patrick Roy reacts during the Islanders' game against the Flames on March 22. Mathew Barzal moves with the puck during the Islanders' game against the Flyers on Jan. 24. Anthony Duclair's status with the Islanders moving forward remains unclear. Noah Dobson defends during the Islanders' game against the Lightning on April 1. Scott Mayfield attempts a shot during the Islanders' game on Nov. 5, 2024. https://nypost.com/2025/04/18/sports/nhl-playoffs-have-intrigue-but-who-has-enough-to-win-stanley-cup/#respond Fri, 18 Apr 2025 21:38:49 -0400 2025-04-18T21:38:51-04:00 https://nypost.com/2025/04/18/sports/nhl-playoffs-have-intrigue-but-who-has-enough-to-win-stanley-cup/ Larry Brooks https://nypost.com/?post_type=article&p=35667620 0 35667620 Playoff Matchups Hockey Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews (34) skates with the puck ahead of forward Max Domi (11) in the first period against the Ottawa Senators at Scotiabank Arena. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins #93 of the Edmonton Oilers races for the puck against Jacob Moverare #43 of the Los Angeles Kings during the first period of the game at Rogers Place on April 14, 2025, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. New Jersey Devils right wing Timo Meier (28) is congratulated by his teammates after scoring a goal during the first period against the Boston Bruins at TD Garden. Jack Eichel #9 of the Vegas Golden Knights celebrates his goal with teammates during the third period of their NHL game against the Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Arena on April 16, 2025 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Darcy Kuemper #35 of the Los Angeles Kings plays the puck behind his net during the first period of the game against the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place on April 14, 2025, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Florida Panthers center Brad Marchand (63) celebrates his goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning with center Carter Verhaeghe (23) during the second period of an NHL hockey game Tuesday, April 15, 2025, in Tampa, Fla. Brayden Point #21 of the Tampa Bay Lightning celebrates a goal with teammate Jake Guentzel #59 of against the Pittsburgh Penguins at Amalie Arena on March 25, 2025 in Tampa, Florida. https://nypost.com/2025/04/18/betting/bet365-bonus-code-nypbet-avalanche-vs-stars-nhl-playoffs-game-1-odds-prediction/#respond Fri, 18 Apr 2025 16:30:00 -0400 2025-04-18T20:08:28-04:00 https://nypost.com/2025/04/18/betting/bet365-bonus-code-nypbet-avalanche-vs-stars-nhl-playoffs-game-1-odds-prediction/ Michael Leboff https://nypost.com/?post_type=article&p=35664490 0 35664490 thomas-harley-55-dallas-stars-99914201 The Colorado Avalanche are a trendy favorite against the Dallas Stars in Round 1. https://nypost.com/2025/04/18/betting/bet365-bonus-code-nypbet-devils-vs-hurricanes-series-odds-picks-preview/#respond Fri, 18 Apr 2025 14:00:00 -0400 2025-04-18T16:00:42-04:00 https://nypost.com/2025/04/18/betting/bet365-bonus-code-nypbet-devils-vs-hurricanes-series-odds-picks-preview/ Michael Leboff https://nypost.com/?post_type=article&p=35614736 0 35614736 new-jersey-devils-goaltender-jacob-101367387 Jacob Markstrom and the New Jersey Devils are a big underdog in Round 1. Logan Stankoven and the Carolina Hurricanes celebrate a goal against the Boston Bruins. https://nypost.com/2025/04/18/ticket-sales/how-much-are-devils-vs-hurricanes-nhl-playoff-tickets/#respond Fri, 18 Apr 2025 13:09:28 -0400 2025-04-18T15:52:35-04:00 https://nypost.com/2025/04/18/ticket-sales/how-much-are-devils-vs-hurricanes-nhl-playoff-tickets/ Matt Levy https://nypost.com/?post_type=article&p=35661733 0 35661733 Hischier-Jarvis https://nypost.com/2025/04/18/betting/paul-bissonnette-shares-best-bets-for-round-1-of-stanley-cup-playoffs/#respond Fri, 18 Apr 2025 10:32:07 -0400 2025-04-18T10:37:07-04:00 https://nypost.com/2025/04/18/betting/paul-bissonnette-shares-best-bets-for-round-1-of-stanley-cup-playoffs/ Michael Leboff https://nypost.com/?post_type=article&p=35653458 0 35653458 Vegas Golden Knights v Vancouver Canucks Paul Bissonnette likes the Golden Knights' chances. Aleksander Barkov of the Florida Panthers is 21/1 to win the Conn Smythe. https://nypost.com/2025/04/18/sports/islanders-season-finale-solidifies-lottery-position/#respond Fri, 18 Apr 2025 01:39:37 -0400 2025-04-18T01:39:44-04:00 https://nypost.com/2025/04/18/sports/islanders-season-finale-solidifies-lottery-position/ Ethan Sears https://nypost.com/?post_type=article&p=35657188 0 35657188 Noah Dobson #8 of the New York Islanders skates with the puck as Kirill Marchenko #86 of the Columbus Blue Jackets defends during the third period of a game at Nationwide Arena on April 17, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio. https://nypost.com/2025/04/18/sports/rangers-lost-season-full-of-controversies-is-finally-over/#respond Fri, 18 Apr 2025 01:11:35 -0400 2025-04-18T01:11:45-04:00 https://nypost.com/2025/04/18/sports/rangers-lost-season-full-of-controversies-is-finally-over/ Mollie Walker https://nypost.com/?post_type=article&p=35657529 0 35657529 Rangers fans wear bags over the heads during the Blueshirts' 4-0 season-finale win over the Lightning on April 17, 2025. Artemi Panarin, skating after the Rangers' season-ending win, and Madison Square Garden reached settlements with a former Blueshirts employee after she accused the star player of sexual assault in December 2023. Chris Kreider likely played his final game as a Ranger. Rangers fans salute the fans after their season-ending win over the Lightning. https://nypost.com/2025/04/18/sports/chris-kreider-mika-zibanejad-likely-played-last-game-together-with-rangers/#respond Fri, 18 Apr 2025 00:20:04 -0400 2025-04-18T00:46:10-04:00 https://nypost.com/2025/04/18/sports/chris-kreider-mika-zibanejad-likely-played-last-game-together-with-rangers/ Larry Brooks https://nypost.com/?post_type=article&p=35657196 0 35657196 newspress-collage-6niu7drqw-1744947726273 Mika Zibanejad (left) and Chris Kreider celebrate after the Rangers' season-finale win over the Lightning, likely Kreider's final game with the Blueshirts. Blueshirts fans wear bags over their heads during the Rangers' win over the Lightning in their season finale. K'Andre Miller (right) celebrates with Chris Kreider after the Rangers' season-finale win over the Lightning. Mika Zibanejad (right) scores one of his two goals on Jonas Johansson during the Rangers' season-finale win over the Lightning. https://nypost.com/2025/04/17/sports/islanders-have-extensive-possibilities-with-defensive-room-this-offseason/#respond Thu, 17 Apr 2025 23:08:23 -0400 2025-04-18T00:40:58-04:00 https://nypost.com/2025/04/17/sports/islanders-have-extensive-possibilities-with-defensive-room-this-offseason/ Ethan Sears https://nypost.com/?post_type=article&p=35656909 0 35656909 Scott Mayfield #24 of the New York Islanders moves the puck down ice during the second period at UBS Arena, Friday, Jan. 24, 2025, in Elmomt, NY. Isaiah George defends Seattle's right wing Oliver Bjorkstrand during the second of the Islanders' home loss to the Kracken on Dec. 5, 2024. New York Rangers center Mika Zibanejad #93 and New York Islanders defenseman Tony DeAngelo #4 watch the puck during the first period. https://nypost.com/2025/04/17/ticket-sales/how-much-are-maple-leafs-vs-senators-nhl-playoff-tickets/#respond Thu, 17 Apr 2025 14:00:17 -0400 2025-04-17T15:02:08-04:00 https://nypost.com/2025/04/17/ticket-sales/how-much-are-maple-leafs-vs-senators-nhl-playoff-tickets/ Matt Levy https://nypost.com/?post_type=article&p=35649564 0 35649564 Matthews-Tkachuk https://nypost.com/2025/04/17/betting/betmgm-bonus-code-postbet-avalanche-vs-stars-series-odds-prediction/#respond Thu, 17 Apr 2025 13:00:00 -0400 2025-04-17T14:48:48-04:00 https://nypost.com/2025/04/17/betting/betmgm-bonus-code-postbet-avalanche-vs-stars-series-odds-prediction/ Michael Leboff https://nypost.com/?post_type=article&p=35615875 0 35615875 Colorado Avalanche v Anaheim Ducks Mikko Rantanen played for the Avalanche for 10 seasons. https://nypost.com/2025/04/17/betting/conn-smythe-odds-predictions-for-2025-nhl-playoffs/#respond Thu, 17 Apr 2025 10:24:54 -0400 2025-04-17T14:15:27-04:00 https://nypost.com/2025/04/17/betting/conn-smythe-odds-predictions-for-2025-nhl-playoffs/ Michael Leboff https://nypost.com/?post_type=article&p=35647753 0 35647753 Capitals Islanders Hockey Darcy Keumper has been one of the NHL's most consistent goalies. Jake Sanderson of the Senators leads a hot team. https://nypost.com/2025/04/17/sports/artemi-panarin-accused-of-sexual-assault-by-rangers-employee-in-settled-lawsuit/#respond Thu, 17 Apr 2025 08:32:16 -0400 2025-04-18T00:23:15-04:00 https://nypost.com/2025/04/17/sports/artemi-panarin-accused-of-sexual-assault-by-rangers-employee-in-settled-lawsuit/ Jenna Lemoncelli https://nypost.com/?post_type=article&p=35646383 0 35646383 New York Rangers left wing Artemi Panarin (10) skates across the blue against the New York Islanders during the first period at UBS Arena on April 10, 2025. Artemi Panarin #10 of the New York Rangers arrives for the game against the New York Islanders at UBS Arena on April 10, 2025 in Elmont, New York. Artemi Panarin and Alisa Znarok holding a New York Rangers jersey at Madison Square Garden after signing a seven-year deal in 2019 Artemi Panarin during an April 2025 game. https://nypost.com/2025/04/17/sports/mike-zibanejad-on-uncertainly-around-his-rangers-tenure-this-offseason/#respond Thu, 17 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0400 2025-04-17T10:33:29-04:00 https://nypost.com/2025/04/17/sports/mike-zibanejad-on-uncertainly-around-his-rangers-tenure-this-offseason/ Andrew Crane https://nypost.com/?post_type=article&p=35643005 0 35643005 Maple Leafs Rangers Hockey Mika Zibanejad waves to the crowd after the Rangers' win over the Canucks on March 22, 2025. Rangers left wing Will Cuylle (50) celebrates with center Mika Zibanejad (93) after scoring a goal in the third period against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Madison Square Garden. Jonathan Marchessault #81 of the Nashville Predators takes a second period penalty for tripping Mika Zibanejad #93 of the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on March 02, 2025. https://nypost.com/2025/04/17/sports/the-numbers-behind-the-islanders-undoing/#respond Thu, 17 Apr 2025 06:40:00 -0400 2025-04-17T06:40:03-04:00 https://nypost.com/2025/04/17/sports/the-numbers-behind-the-islanders-undoing/ Ethan Sears https://nypost.com/?post_type=article&p=35641924 0 35641924 Bo Horvat Head coach Patrick Roy of the New York Islanders observing the game against Carolina Hurricanes at Lenovo Center Kyle Palmieri of the New York Islanders in action against Brady Skjei of the Nashville Predators during an NHL game at Bridgestone Arena, Nashville, Tennessee. New York Islanders center Bo Horvat being congratulated by Mathew Barzal after scoring against Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Elvis Merzlikins in an NHL game Anthony Duclair of the New York Islanders celebrating his first period goal against the Montreal Canadiens at UBS Arena Kyle MacLean #32 of the New York Islanders skating with a hockey stick during a game against the New Jersey Devils at Prudential Center. New York Islanders defenseman Noah Dobson (8) in blue uniform, skating with the puck during a game against the Washington Capitals at UBS Arena New York Islanders goaltender Ilya Sorokin drinking water before a game against the Washington Capitals at UBS Arena New York Islanders player Casey Cizikas (53) in action, controlling the puck during a game against the New Jersey Devils at Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey, 2025 New York Islanders defenseman Ryan Pulock and Minnesota Wild center Yakov Trenin engaging in a battle for puck control during a game at UBS Arena Simon Holmstrom of the New York Islanders in a blue and orange uniform looks for an open man during a hockey game against the Calgary Flames at UBS Arena. New York Islanders left wing Matt Martin (17) acknowledging fans on ice during a game against Washington Capitals, which they lost 3-1. Defenceman Matthew Schaefer #48 of the Erie Otters skating during the morning session before the CHL USA Prospects Challenge at Canada Life Place