Capitals' Tom Wilson Continues Controversial Play in Altercation with Rangers' Artemi Panarin

The National Hockey League (NHL) game between the Washington Capitals and the New York Rangers on May 3 had major implications for both teams. As the Capitals had already clinched a playoff berth, a win would have pushed them to first place in the highly competitive East Division with just four games remaining in the regular season. The Rangers, on the other hand, needed a win to avoid being eliminated from playoff contention. However, after a scramble in front of the Capitals’ net in the second

The Temporary NHL Realignment is Great — and It Won’t Ever Happen Again

One year has passed since the Covid-19 pandemic halted athletic competition around the world. In the time since, the majority of leagues have found a way to return, albeit with little to no fans in attendance. For the NBA and the NHL, the decision was made to sequester a certain number of teams in a “bubble” format in order to have their playoffs and complete their seasons. Both leagues were praised for their resounding success, as they each crowned a new champion without a single positive test.