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Indianapolis Star
5 hours ago
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- Indianapolis Star
Over the years: Former IU standout, Indiana Fever guard Grace Berger still in WNBA
IU Dallas Wings guard Grace Berger (9) controls the ball in front of New York Liberty forward Leonie Fiebich (13) during the second half at College Park Center. Jerome Miron, Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Paige Bueckers #5 and Grace Berger #9 of the Dallas Wings in action during the second half against the New York Liberty at Barclays Center on August 05, 2025 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. Ishika Samant, Getty Images Jerome Miron-Imagn Images LA Sparks guard Grace Berger (34) dribbles the ball against Seattle Storm guard Skylar Diggins (4) in the first half at Arena. Kirby Lee, Kirby Lee-Imagn Images Minnesota Lynx guard Grace Berger drives to the basket against Chicago Sky guard Ariel Atkins during the first half of a WNBA preseason game May 6 at Wintrust Arena. Mandatory Kamil Krzaczynski, Imagn Images WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 19: Grace Berger #34 of the Indiana Fever reacts after missing the game winning shot in the fourth quarter against the Washington Mystics at Capital One Arena on September 19, 2024 in Washington, DC. Greg Fiume, Getty Images Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) (right) and guard Grace Berger (34) warm up before the start of the game against the Connecticut Sun at Mohegan Sun Arena. David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports Indiana Fever Victoria Vivians and Emma Cannon help Grace Berger up during their game against the New York Liberty Wednesday, July 12, 2023 in Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Clare Grant/IndyStar Grace Berger #34 of the Indiana Fever drives to the basket against forward Alyssa Thomas #25 of the Connecticut Sun during the second half at the Mohegan Sun Arena on June 10, 2024 in Uncasville, Connecticut. Brian Fluharty, Getty Images Grace Berger #34 of the Indiana Fever poses for photographers during media day activities at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on May 1, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Michael Hickey, Getty Images Jeff Dean, Getty Images Grace Berger in Indiana Fever training camp on April 30, 2023 Indiana Fever Photo Grace Berger is introduced as a new player for the Indiana Fever on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Fever selected the Indiana Hoosiers standout with the seventh overall pick in the WNBA draft. Jenna Watson/IndyStar Apr 10, 2023; New York, NY, USA; Grace Berger poses for a photo with WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert after being drafted seventh overall by the Indiana Fever during WNBA Draft 2023 at Spring Studio. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports Hoops Hype Grace Berger poses for a photo on the Orange Carpet prior to the 2023 WNBA Draft at Spring Studios on April 10, 2023 in New York City. Getty Images Indiana Hoosiers guard Grace Berger (34) drives to the basket during the game against Purdue at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, Ind., on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2020. Bobby Goddin/For IndyStar Indiana's Grace Berger (34) cuts down part of the net after the second half of the Indiana versus Purdue women's basketball game at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall on Sunday, Feb. 19, 2023. Rich Janzaruk/Herald-Times Indiana's Grace Berger drives past Purdue's Ae'Rianna Harris during Thursday night's game at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. The Hoosiers play tonight at Iowa. (Rich Janzaruk / Herald Times) Indiana's Grace Berger attempts a shot during the game against Minnesota at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, Ind., on Monday, Jan. 27, 2020. Indiana Hoosiers guard Grace Berger (34) and Iowa Hawkeyes guard Kate Martin (20) confront each other after a Berger layup during the game against Iowa at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall Sunday. Bobby Goddin/Herald-Times Indiana's Mackenzie Holmes and Grace Berger carry the Big Ten Championship Trophy out during the first half of the Indiana versus Iowa men's basketball game at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall on Tuesday, Feb. 2 8, 2023. Rich Janzaruk/Herald-Times Indiana's Ali Patberg (14) and Grace Berger (34) during the National Anthem before the first half of the Indiana versus Charlotte women's NCAA First Round game at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall on Saturday, March 19, 2022. Rich Janzaruk/Herald-Times Male forward Destiny Combs hip-checks Sacred Heart guard Grace Berger in the Seventh Region girls basketball semifinals. Thursday, March 1, 2018 David R. Lutman, Special To Courier Journal
Indianapolis Star
02-08-2025
- Sport
- Indianapolis Star
Catch the best action as the Indiana Fever face the Dallas Wings and Paige Bueckers
Jerome Miron, Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Jerome Miron, Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Aug 1, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Indiana Fever forward Aliyah Boston (7) moves the ball past Dallas Wings center Li Yueru (28) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Jerome Miron, Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Jerome Miron, Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Jerome Miron, Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Jerome Miron, Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Jerome Miron, Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Jerome Miron, Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Jerome Miron, Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Jerome Miron, Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Aug 1, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Wings guard Haley Jones (30) looks to move the ball past Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham (8) during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Jerome Miron, Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Aug 1, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; A view of the opening tip-off at the start the first half between the Dallas Wings and the Indiana Fever at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Jerome Miron, Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Jerome Miron, Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Ron Jenkins, Getty Images Ron Jenkins, Getty Images Ron Jenkins, Getty Images DALLAS, TEXAS - AUGUS 01: Sophie Cunningham #8 of the Indiana Fever celebrates after a basket against the Dallas Wings during the first half at American Airlines Center on August 1, 2025 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by) Ron Jenkins, Getty Images DALLAS, TEXAS - AUGUST 01: Paige Bueckers #5 of the Dallas Wings handles the ball as Aari McDonald #2 of the Indiana Fever looks on during the first half at American Airlines Center on August 1, 2025 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by) Ron Jenkins, Getty Images DALLAS, TEXAS - AUGUST 01: Sophie Cunningham #8 of the Indiana Fever and teammate Caitlin Clark #22 watch from the bench against the Dallas Wings during the first half at American Airlines Center on August 1, 2025 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by) Ron Jenkins, Getty Images Ron Jenkins, Getty Images DALLAS, TEXAS - AUGUST 01: Sophie Cunningham #8 of the Indiana Fever and teammate Caitlin Clark #22 chat on the bench against the Dallas Wings during the first half at American Airlines Center on August 1, 2025 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by) Ron Jenkins, Getty Images DALLAS, TEXAS - AUGUST 01: Sophie Cunningham #8 of the Indiana Fever goes to the basket against the Dallas Wings during the first half at American Airlines Center on August 1, 2025 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by) Ron Jenkins, Getty Images
New York Post
10-06-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
A's set date for breaking ground on $1.75 billion Las Vegas stadium
The Athletics' eventual move to the Sin City will take another step closer to reality later this month when they break ground on the $1.75 billion stadium in Las Vegas. The nomadic baseball team is planning on a groundbreaking ceremony on June 23 at 8 a.m., the Las Vegas Review-Journal reported Monday night. Construction on the Athletics' future home began back in late April, and the ceremony later this month will serve as a celebration for the organization and local officials. Advertisement 3 The A's plan to move to Las Vegas in 2028. Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Among those expected to be at the event are team ownership, Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo, members of the state legislature and members of the Clark County Commission. The construction schedule for the stadium is slated to span 32 months to have the new ballpark ready for Opening Day 2028, according to the report. Advertisement The Athletics are currently playing in a minor league stadium in Sacramento, Calif., until their home in Las Vegas is completed. 3 This image shows a rendering of the baseball club's proposed stadium in Las Vegas. AP The A's started eying Vegas as a potential landing spot for the franchise back in 2021 when MLB cleared the club to do so after it had attempted to — though the sincerity of the attempts has been brought into question — get a new stadium in Oakland. The Athletics are expecting a largely local turnout for games once the team moves to Las Vegas, the team told the Review-Journal. Advertisement 3 This image shows a rendering of the baseball club's proposed stadium in Las Vegas. AP 'We've always thought that baseball would likely have a strong local component,' A's vice chair Sandy Dean told the outlet in April. 'It's hard to compare to Allegiant [Stadium] entirely because Allegiant has eight or nine games whereas baseball is going to have 81 games.' The Raiders had seen, on average, 68 percent of the fans at home games come from out of town, according to data from the Las Vegas Stadium Authority.
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Five programs that are punching above their weight in recruiting
© Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Commitment season is here and there will be massive changes to the 2026 team rankings over the next month and a half. Taking a look at the team rankings as they stand right now, there are programs near the top of the list that haven't been associated with elite recruiting classes in recent years. Advertisement Here are five programs that are currently punching above their weight in the team rankings. RECRUITING RUMOR MILL: Latest buzz on nearly three dozen prospects | June kicks off with a bang | Baltimore | Detroit NEW RIVALS250 RELEASED: Ranking | Top storylines | Ten prospects who could rise with a big June CLASS OF 2026 RANKINGS: Rivals250 | Team | Position | State CLASS OF 2027 RANKINGS: Rivals250 | Team | Position | State TRANSFER PORTAL: Full coverage | Player ranking | Team ranking | Transfer search | Transfer Tracker RIVALS CAMP SERIES: Rivals Five-Star heading back to Indy | Rivals Five-Star roster | Schedule/info ARIZONA STATE Marshall Levenson/ Advertisement RELATED: Arizona State 2026 commit list Head coach Kenny Dillingham has certainly "activated the valley" with this recruiting class, which currently sits at No. 15 in the team rankings. It's been more than 10 years since the Sun Devils have finished with a top-20 recruiting class and it's not out of the question to think Arizona State could reach that threshold this year. Just one season after its unlikely run to the College Football Playoff, Arizona State currently holds commitments from three four-star prospects, which is more than in any Arizona State class since the 2021 recruiting cycle. The Sun Devils may not be known as a recruiting power but the arrow is certainly pointing up. Advertisement SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS WITH ARIZONA STATE FANS AT ILLINOIS Nick Lucero/ RELATED: Illinois 2026 commit list Head coach Bret Bielema has been making waves in the media this offseason but don't let that distract you from the success the Illini have been experiencing on the recruiting trail. Illinois currently has a top-10 recruiting class, something the program has never had at the end of a recruiting cycle. In fact, Illinois' highest-ranked recruiting class was in 2007 when it finished at No. 20 in the team rankings. With five four-star prospects onboard, Illinois is set up to finish with one of the best recruiting classes in program history. If they crash the College Football Playoff this season, who knows how high the Illini could finish. Advertisement SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS WITH ILLINOIS FANS AT LOUISVILLE Nick Lucero/ RELATED: Louisville 2026 commit list The Cardinals were fully engaged with recruiting the transfer portal earlier than the majority of college football teams and have been aggressive there over the last few years, signing just 15 or 16 high school prospects in each of the last four years. In this cycle though, head coach Jeff Brohm and company already have 17 commitments and find themselves just outside the top 10 and the team rankings. With two Rivals250 commitments and an additional four-star commitment, the Cardinals are in position for their highest-ranked recruiting class since the 2023 cycle. Advertisement SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS WITH LOUISVILLE FANS AT RUTGERS RELATED: Rutgers 2026 commit list Rutgers and head coach Greg Schiano have had highly ranked recruiting classes early in the recruiting process in previous years only to see teams surpass them by the time National Signing Day rolls around. Still, the Scarlet Knights have put together a strong recruiting class with five four-star prospects and currently sit inside the top 10 of the team rankings. Rutgers has never finished with a top-25 recruiting class, but there is still time for the Scarlet Knights to pick up momentum with key prospects and reel them in before the end of the recruiting cycle. Advertisement SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS WITH RUTGERS FANS AT USC RELATED: USC 2026 commit list The Trojans are a far cry from the Pete Carroll years when they were consistently signing top-five recruiting classes, but head coach Lincoln Riley and general manager Chad Bowden have seemingly reversed that trend. USC currently sits at No. 1 in the team rankings with a total of 27 commitments, including two five-stars and three other top-100 prospects. The Trojans will need to continue to add elite prospects to this class if they hope to hold onto that top spot, but they've already positioned themselves to finish well inside the top 10. In the last seven recruiting classes, USC has finished in the top-10 just twice. SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS WITH USC FANS AT
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Updated 2025 NHL Power Rankings Ahead of Stanley Cup Final Rematch
Nine grueling months, 82 games, three rounds of playoff hockey, all comes to a storybook ending for the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers, who find themselves in a Stanley Cup Final rematch. To get here, the Florida Panthers easily handled the Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference Final, defeating them in five games to book a third consecutive trip to the Stanley Cup Final. Advertisement In the Western Conference Final, the Edmonton Oilers took down the Dallas Stars in five games, and will look for redemption in the Final, where they were defeated in seven games by the Panthers a year ago. With the Stanley Cup Final upon us, here's Sportsnaut's latest NHL Power Rankings. Related: NHL Games Today: 2025 Stanley Cup Finals Schedule, Dates, Times, and Results 1. Florida Panthers – SCF vs EDM Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images The Florida Panthers remain the team to beat, as they continue to defend their 2024 Stanley Cup championship with authority. After dispatching the Lightning in five games and rallying from 2–0 down to defeat the Toronto Maple Leafs in seven games in the second round, trouncing them 6–1 on the road in Game 7, the Panthers made quick work of the Hurricanes, defeating them in five games. Now, their championship mettle will be put to the maximum test against Connor McDavid and Co., in a highly-ainticipated rematch of last year's seven-game Final. 2. Edmonton Oilers – SCF vs FLA Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images After falling behind 2-0 to the Los Angeles Kings in Round 1, the Edmonton Oilers have been nearly perfect with a 12-2 record since, advancing in Round 2 and the Western Conference Final in just five games each. It'll be a tall task defeating the defending Stanley Cup champions, but if Stuart Skinner continues to play well, the Oilers continue to get depth scoring, and the tandem of McDavid and Leon Draisaitl do what they do best, then the Oilers could very well get their redemption. 3. Dallas Stars – Eliminated in WCF by EDM Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images The Dallas Stars saw a solid run come to a disappointing end when they are eliminated in just five games in the Western Conference Final by the Oilers. Their season ended with a note of controversy after franchise goaltender Jake Oettenger was pulled in the first period after he allowed up two goals on two shots, and coach Peter DeBoer roasted him after the loss. 4. Carolina Hurricanes – Eliminated in ECF by FLA Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images The Carolina Hurricanes looked primed to take a run at the Panthers after dispatching the best regular season team in the East in the Washington Capitals, but they, like many, couldn't solve Florida's suffocating and aggressive style of play. They fall in five games, and continue to look for answers when it comes to getting over the hump and reaching the Finals. They've been a constant lock to make playoffs for roughly seven years now, but they've only managed one Conference Final victory. 5. Toronto Maple Leafs – Eliminated Round 2 by FLA Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images The Toronto Maple Leafs were outplayed at home in Games 5 and 7 by Florida, but they still pushed the defending champs to seven games and snagged a huge Game 6 road win. Their competitive effort makes them the best of the second-round exits. Now, with the offseason ahead, big questions remain, especially about unrestricted free agent Mitch Marner's next move. Advertisement Related: Maple Leafs GM admits 'there's some DNA that has to change' after latest playoff failure 6. Winnipeg Jets – Eliminated Round 2 by DAL Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images The Winnipeg Jets, coming off a franchise-best season and a Presidents' Trophy, fell to the Stars in six games, dropping the 2–1 OT decider and finishing 0–6 on the road. After their historic first-round comeback, they simply couldn't find another road win. Above all, huge respect to Mark Scheifele, who scored the lone goal in Game 6 less than 24 hours after his father's passing. 7. Washington Capitals – Eliminated Round 2 by CAR Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images The Capitals' five-game loss to Carolina was a shock after their historic regular season, as they couldn't crack the Hurricanes' lockdown defense. Still, Alex Ovechkin's record-breaking goal run and his commitment to return next season to chase and surpass 900 NHL goals give plenty to celebrate. 8. Vegas Golden Knights – Eliminated Round 2 by EDM Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images The Vegas Golden Knights are another team that seemed poised to make a deep run after defeating the Minnesota Wild in six games in the first round. It wasn't out of the question to see Edmonton advance here, but to do so in five games was a shocker. Vegas has one of the more talented and deep rosters in the NHL, and many picked them to go the distance. But their top guns went silent in the second round. That's the nature of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. 9. Colorado Avalanche – Eliminated Round 1 by DAL Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images It's hard to drop the Colorado Avalanche down to ninth on this list, but they fell after being regarded as one of the favorites to win it all. They, too, had a two-goal lead in the third period of Game 7, but late-game heroics by Rantanen sparked an epic comeback for the Stars. Let's face it, this was a Conference Final matchup that was played out in Round 1, and it's a shame that such a great team was sent home so early. 10. St. Louis Blues – Eliminated Round 1 by WPG Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images After soaring into one of the final playoff spots in the back half of the regular season, the St. Louis Blues almost took down the Presidents' Trophy winners. As in 1.6 seconds away. They held a 3-1 lead with two minutes remaining in Game 7, but the Jets pulled off a miracle comeback and won it in double overtime to advance, sending the Blues home heartbreakingly. 11. Los Angeles Kings – Eliminated Round 1 by EDM Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images The Kings jumped to a 2–0 lead as expected, but then collapsed, making costly errors, backing off against McDavid and Draisaitl, and failing to solve Pickard. They dropped four straight and bowed out in six games. It's a head-scratcher given their start, but L.A.'s already shifting gears with Ken Holland as their new GM. 12. Tampa Bay Lightning – Eliminated Round 1 by FLA Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images The Tampa Bay Lightning had a tough draw going up against the defending Stanley Cup Champion Panthers, but not many people had this one ending in five games. Just when it looked like Tampa Bay had the edge, the Panthers came storming back and eventually won Game 5 to make quick work of their rival. 13. Minnesota Wild – Eliminated Round 1 by VGK Credit: Nick Wosika-Imagn Images Many counted the Minnesota Wild out of this one from the start, calling for a sweep at the hands of the Golden Knights. That was nowhere near the case, as Minnesota actually looked like the better team for a good portion of this series. It also looked like they had the best player in the series; Kirill Kaprizov was outstanding. Minnesota has now become the first team of all the major U.S. sports to make the playoffs in eight out of 10 years and lose in the first round each time. Ouch. 14. Ottawa Senators – Eliminated Round 1 by TOR Credit: Marc DesRosiers-Imagn Images The Ottawa Senators made things interesting after falling behind 3-0 to the Maple Leafs in the first round, forcing a fifth and even sixth game in this series. When it came to winning a third straight, they couldn't match up to Toronto's big guns, who showed up when it mattered most. That being said, Brady Tkachuk and the Sens showed some serious fight as they look to build on their first playoff berth since 2017. 15. Montreal Canadiens – Eliminated Round 1 by WSH Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images The Montreal Canadiens faced a tall task matching up against the Capitals in Round 1. Though they were eliminated in five games, they put up one hell of a fight. Even in the losses, the Canadiens were in it most of the way, and a coupleof bounces here and there easily could have pushed this series to a sixth or seventh game. Big props to the Canadiens and head coach Martin St. Louis, who have a very bright future ahead of them. 16. New Jersey Devils – Eliminated Round 1 by CAR Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images Though they were without injured star Jack Hughes and dealt with several injuries to their defense corps throughout this series, it was clear that the New Jersey Devils just didn't stack up against the Hurricanes in every facet of the game, except goaltending, where Jacob Markstrom was terrific for New Jersey. It was a disappointing end to the season for the Devils, but they'll be back and fully healthy, ready to give it another go. 17. Calgary Flames (41-27-14) – Eliminated Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images The Calgary Flames were the best team in the NHL to miss the playoffs, at 15th League-wide. It was a close race between them and the St. Louis Blues as they both finished with 96 points, though St. Louis won the tiebreaker with more regulation wins. Still, the Flames should be proud of their season, and have plenty to build around, starting with rookie goalie Dustin Wol,f who was incredible and is a finalist for the Calder Trophy. 18. Vancouver Canucks (38-30-14) – Eliminated Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images The Canucks' drama-filled season ended with them missing the playoffs after trading J.T. Miller, and now GM Jim Rutherford reveals Quinn Hughes wants to play alongside his brothers—Vancouver or New Jersey. Meanwhile, Adam Foote has been promoted to head coach, replacing Rick Tocchet. 19. Columbus Blue Jackets (40-33-9) – Eliminated Credit: Marc DesRosiers-Imagn Images The Columbus Blue Jackets ended the season with a strong push, making it all the way until game 82 before being eliminated from playoff contention. While they won't be fighting for the Stanley Cup, the entire team and organization deserve their flowers for playing as well as they did in light of the Johnny Gaudreau tragedy. Columbus has a bright future ahead as it looks to break into the postseason in 2025-26. 20. Utah Hockey Club (38-31-13) – Eliminated Credit: Jeff Le-Imagn Images The Utah Hockey Club missed the playoffs by seven points, but now at least has a nickname: the Mammoth. It had to have been a difficult adjustment for the players coming over from Arizona and beginning a new franchise this season, but they didn't do all too badly. Utah is a young team with a core led by Clayton Keller that should only improve next season. 21. Detroit Red Wings (39-35-8) – Eliminated Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images The Detroit Red Wings were close to landing a playoff berth, but came up five points short in the wild-card race in the Eastern Conference. Captain Dylan Larkin stirred the pot on Detroit's breakup day when he said that he and the team were unhappy with general manager Steve Yzerman's decision not to add ahead of the trade deadline. We'll see what kind of response warrants as the offseason begins for Detroit. 22. New York Rangers (39-36-7) – Eliminated Credit: Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images There was no bigger disappointment in the NHL this season than the New York Rangers. As a result, coach Peter Laviolette was fired after he oversaw a 29-point drop-off on his watch. The Rangers quickly hired Mike Sullivan to begin a busy and important offseason. 23. New York Islanders (35-35-12) – Eliminated Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images The New York Islanders' main priority is to get healthy in the offseason and return with players like Mat Barzal and Ilya Sorokin at full health. But the big story here is that they won the 2025 draft lottery and moved from No. 10 to No. 1 in this year's draft and then hired Mathieu Darche as general manager to replace Lou Lamoriello. 24. Pittsburgh Penguins (34-36-12) – Eliminated Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images The clock is ticking on Sidney Crosby's Hall of Fame career, and the Pittsburgh Penguins want to make the most of what he has left, which includes another shot at the Stanley Cup. They'll have to make some serious improvements to do that, which is hard to do while keeping the trio of Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, and Kris Letang together. We'll see what Kyle Dubas elects to do this offseason, including hiring a new coach to replace Mike Sullivan. 25. Anaheim Ducks (35-37-10) – Eliminated Credit: Terrence Lee-Imagn Images The Anaheim Ducks ended a subpar season two games below NHL .500, and subsequently relieved Greg Cronin of his coaching duties. The expectation in the Ducks organization is that they will make the playoffs next season, which is going to take a lot of work, starting with newly hired Joel Quenneville behind the bench. Anaheim is loaded with young talent, and if they can all take a significant step next season, there's no reason why they can't contend for a playoff spot. 26. Buffalo Sabres (36-39-7) – Eliminated Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images The Buffalo Sabres capped off another year of missing the playoffs, though they showed signs of being a good hockey team, especially late in the season when they went on an 8-1-0 run. The problem is how they follow that up with a 1-3-1 stretch to end the regular season. Still, there's plenty to build on for Buffalo this season, as they begin yet another year-long quest to reach the playoffs for the first time since 2011. 27. Seattle Kraken (35-41-6) – Eliminated Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images The Seattle Kraken finished their season six games short of NHL .500, and fired coach Dan Bylsma after just one season behind the bench. A surprising move considering he had so much success with the Coachella Valley Firebirds, Seattle's AHL affiliate. The Kraken replaced him with Lane Lambert, who will try to help this young roster grow into a playoff contender. 28. Boston Bruins (33-39-10) – Eliminated Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images No one expected the Boston Bruins to miss the playoffs this season, let alone finish 28th in the League standings, but that's exactly what happened after Jeremy Swayman struggled following his contract drama, and the Bruins were forced to eventually trade their captain, Brad Marchand, to the Florida Panthers. Once that happened, the Bruins pretty much packed it up, winning just three games of their last 16. Expect a better effort next season from one of the better teams over the last decade. 29. Philadelphia Flyers (33-39-10) – Eliminated Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images The Philadelphia Flyers were poised for a solid season when they found out they'd be getting rookie sensation Matvei Michkov earlier than expected. Michkov had a strong season, scoring 63 points, but the Flyers themselves struggled to find wins at a consistent rate. After firing John Tortorella, they've turned to former Flyer forward Rick Tocchet as their new coach, who will help build around Michkov to create their core of the future. 30. Nashville Predators (30-44-8) – Eliminated Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images The Nashville Predators capped off a huge letdown of a season, considering the talent they added in the offseason. Looking ahead, they'll get a nice reset with a long summer break and a likely top-three pick in the draft as well. With the names on Nashville's roster, it's hard to imagine they'll have another season as bad as this one. Expect them to rise in the rankings come October. 31. Chicago Blackhawks (25-46-11) – Eliminated Credit: Marc DesRosiers-Imagn Images It was an all-around bad year for the Chicago Blackhawks, who managed just 25 wins on the season. That being said, they have plenty of young pieces to build around, including Connor Bedard who is a star in the making in the NHL. In just his second season, Bedard logged a career-high 67 points on a struggling team. At just 19 years old, he's bound to keep improving on those numbers, especially as the team gets better. Chicago will likely have a top-three pick in the draft, with the second-best odds of selecting first overall. They've also added Jeff Blashill as their new head coach, who's had success in the past. 32. San Jose Sharks (20-50-12) – Eliminated Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images The Sharks, who won just 20 games, are already eyeing the top draft pick and moving on from goalie Alexandar Georgiev. Their lone bright spots are rookies Will Smith (45 points in 74 games) and Macklin Celebrini (63 in 70), two young cornerstones to build around this offseason.
