ESPN 2026 NHL Mock Draft: Picks 1-16

CALGARY &mdash; The Los Angeles Kings closed out the regular season with a 3-1 loss to the Calgary Flames on Thursday night, clinching the No.

Kings fall to Flames, lock in No. 8 seed and first-round matchup with Avalanche

The NHL season wraps up today as contending teams will grind for the best postseason matchups possible.

TST NHL Best Bets: April 16, 2026

With Anaheim&#39;s losing skid and Vegas&#39; win at Edmonton, one point now separates the top three in the Pacific Division.

Ducks caught looking by Flames, lose fifth straight in tight playoff push

The team celebrated former defenseman Zach Whitecloud now with Calgary while welcoming back goaltender Carter Hart after missing nearly three months with an injury.

Golden Knights move closer to postseason spot with 6-3 win

What better way to close out a pivotal late-season homestand than an emotionally charged matchup?

Zach Whitecloud’s return headlines emotional game for Golden Knights

Anaheim posts league-leading 25th comeback victory, as Granlund scores all three team goals in 3-2 win over Flames. Ducks have a league-best 17 overtime/shootout victories and maintain a five-point lead in the Pacific Division with 10 games remaining.

Mikael Granlund hat trick OT-winner caps another Ducks comeback in Calgary

FLAMES HEADLINES

Washington Capitals legend Alex Ovechkin might postpone retirement, contemplating an extra two years of play, as he is still competing at a high level.

Alex Ovechkin Not Ready to Retire - Eyes Future Seasons

NHL Best Bets Today: Expert April 14 Picks & Tonight's Top Value

Tune into Sirius XM for NHL insights with Dennis Bernstein, focusing on the Atlantic Division Odds, Stanley Cup Playoffs, and Alex Ovechkin’s strategies.

Atlantic Division Odds, Playoff Updates, and Ovechkin's Future

NHL Best Bets Today: Expert April 8 Picks & Tonight's Top Value

NHL Best Bets Today: Expert March 31 Picks & Tonight's Top Value

George and Dan Sileo discuss Alex Ovechkin's NHL feats: 34th hat trick, record milestones, and comparisons with hockey legends. Ovechkin is an all-time great.

Alexander Ovechkin's NHL Legacy and Career Highlights

CAPITALS HEADLINES

LATEST BETTING LINES

Flames

Total

Model Picks

Insights provided by the SportsGrid betting model

GAME PREDICTIONS

Odds & predictions, free picks, prop bets, and injury updates