National Hockey

New York Islanders (35-23-10, fifth in the Metropolitan Division during the regular season) vs. Philadelphia Flyers (41-21-7, second in the Metropolitan Division during the regular season) Toronto; Wednesday, 3 p.m.

Colorado Avalanche (42-20-8, second in the Central Division during the regular season) vs. Dallas Stars (37-24-8, third in the Central Division during the regular season) Edmonton, Alberta; Wednesday, 10:30 p.m.

EDMONTON — From a goal off the chest to another that may have just crossed the line — depending who's asked — the Dallas Stars were getting the big bounces and breaks. That's what it takes this time of year.

EDMONTON — Alexander Radulov scored on a deflection off his chest as part of a four-goal second period and the Dallas Stars beat the Colorado Avalanche 5-2 on Monday night to take a 2-0 lead in the second-round series.

TORONTO — The New York Islanders came out hot to begin their second-round playoff series against Philadelphia, creating numerous good chances and scoring an early goal. Semyon Varlamov did the rest.

Calgary Flames general manager Brad Treliving says he is impressed with how his team came together this season through some unprecedented times — from a very public coaching change to a playoff run isolated from friends and family.

The Tampa Bay Lightning opened Game 1 against Boston on shaky ice, fumbling away pucks, turning it over in their own end, giving up a pair of early goals.

RALEIGH, N.C. — The Carolina Hurricanes have moved past a long playoff drought and look ready to remain a post-season fixture. They just have to figure out what changes will carry them even farther.

DETROIT — The Detroit Red Wings signed forward Robby Fabbri to a $5.9 million, two-year contract. Detroit announced Monday it retained the restricted free agent. The Red Wings acquired Fabbri early in the 2019-20 season from the St.

The Colorado Avalanche could be without two important players for the rest of their second-round series against the Dallas Stars.