Last Night.
Data-driven stories from every NHL game night — top performers, momentum analytics, and how our model did.
Monday, September 21, 2026
Bedard Dazzles as Blackhawks Lead Preseason Upset Wave
Monday, September 21, 2026, saw a wild night of NHL preseason action. Connor Bedard and the Blackhawks sparked a wave of upsets, with the Devils, Jets, Blue Jackets, and Stars all defying expectations.
Sunday, September 20, 2026
Panthers Shock Hurricanes 6-3; Momentum Model Stumbles
On Sunday, September 20, 2026, the Florida Panthers delivered a stunning 6-3 upset over the Carolina Hurricanes, headlining a night where Momentum's model struggled, correctly predicting only 3 of 7 games.
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Caufield's Brilliance Sweeps Leafs; Stars Stun Blues in Upset Night
Saturday, September 19, 2026, saw Cole Caufield dominate as Montreal swept Toronto, and Jason Robertson lead Dallas to an upset over St. Louis. Momentum's model went 6-for-7.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Bussi Shuts Down Vegas, Hurricanes Punch Ticket to Next Round
On Sunday, June 14, 2026, Brandon Bussi posted a 22-save shutout, leading the Carolina Hurricanes to a 3-0 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights and securing their playoff series win.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Svechnikov Ignites Canes, Carolina Seizes 3-2 Playoff Series Lead
Andrei Svechnikov's two-goal performance propelled the Carolina Hurricanes to a 4-2 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights on Thursday, June 11, 2026, giving the Canes a crucial 3-2 series lead.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Staal Powers Hurricanes to Crucial Game 4 Win, Series Tied 2-2
On Tuesday, June 9, 2026, Jordan Staal led the Carolina Hurricanes past the Vegas Golden Knights 5-3 in Game 4. The series is now tied 2-2 as momentum swings.
Saturday, June 6, 2026
Marner's Hat Trick Shocks Canes, Golden Knights Take Series Lead
On June 6, 2026, Mitch Marner's spectacular 3-goal, 1-assist performance powered the Vegas Golden Knights to an upset win over the Carolina Hurricanes, taking a 2-1 playoff series lead.
Thursday, June 4, 2026
Staal's Winner Fuels Hurricanes Upset, Ties Vegas Series at 1-1
On Thursday, June 4, Jordan Staal scored a decisive goal, propelling the Carolina Hurricanes to a 4-3 upset over the Vegas Golden Knights. The playoff series is now tied 1-1, with standout performances from Shayne Gostisbehere and Brett Howden.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Theodore, McNabb Defy D-Man Norms in Golden Knights' Game 1 Win
On June 2, 2026, Shea Theodore and Brayden McNabb powered the Vegas Golden Knights past the Carolina Hurricanes 5-4 in Game 1 of their playoff series. Defensive offensive outbursts defined the night.
Friday, May 29, 2026
Hurricanes Bury Canadiens 6-1, Push Montreal to the Brink
On Friday, May 29, 2026, the Carolina Hurricanes dominated Game 5, defeating the Montreal Canadiens 6-1. Taylor Hall and Logan Stankoven led a potent offensive attack, putting Carolina one win away from advancing.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Andersen's 18-Save Masterpiece Pushes Hurricanes to 3-1 Lead
On May 27, 2026, Frederik Andersen's 18-save shutout powered the Carolina Hurricanes past the Montreal Canadiens 4-0, giving Carolina a 3-1 playoff series lead.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Golden Knights Sweep Avalanche in Game 4, Stone Delivers Knockout
On May 26, 2026, the Vegas Golden Knights swept the Colorado Avalanche with a 2-1 victory in Game 4. Mark Stone scored the decisive goal, ending the series.
Monday, May 25, 2026
Hurricanes Snatch Game 3 in Montreal, Lead Series 2-1
On May 25, 2026, the Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Montreal Canadiens 3-2 in a pivotal Game 3, taking a 2-1 series lead. Standout performances from Mark Jankowski and Taylor Hall fueled the Hurricanes' road victory.
Sunday, May 24, 2026
Hertl Sparks Vegas to 3-0 Lead, Avs on Brink of Sweep
May 24, 2026: Tomas Hertl helped power the Vegas Golden Knights to a 5-3 win over the Colorado Avalanche, taking a dominant 3-0 series lead. Vegas is now one win away from sweeping Colorado.
Saturday, May 23, 2026
Ehlers' Late Heroics Level Series: Hurricanes Take Game 2
On Saturday, May 23, 2026, Nikolaj Ehlers scored the game-winner as the Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Montreal Canadiens 3-2 to even their playoff series 1-1.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Barbashev Blitz Stuns Avs, Golden Knights Up 2-0 in Shocking Series Start
May 22, 2026: Ivan Barbashev led the Vegas Golden Knights to a 3-1 upset over the Colorado Avalanche, seizing a critical 2-0 series lead.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Slafkovský Ignites Canadiens in Stinging 6-2 Game 1 Upset Over Canes
Montreal delivered a shocking 6-2 upset against Carolina in Game 1 of their playoff series Thursday. Juraj Slafkovský led the Canadiens' dominant performance with a three-point night.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Golden Knights Shock Avalanche in Game 1 Upset, Dowd Delivers
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, saw the Vegas Golden Knights upset the Colorado Avalanche 4-2 in Game 1 of their playoff series. Nic Dowd's pivotal goal and unexpected surges powered Vegas past the heavily favored Avs.
Monday, May 18, 2026
Canadiens Advance! Newhook Delivers Game 7 Knockout in Buffalo
May 18, 2026: Alex Newhook's clutch goal secured a 3-2 Game 7 victory for the Montréal Canadiens over the Buffalo Sabres. Montréal now advances in the playoffs.
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Dahlin Masterclass Powers Sabres to Game 6 Upset, Forces Decider
May 16, 2026: Rasmus Dahlin's five-point night propelled Buffalo to an 8-3 upset win over Montreal, forcing a Game 7 in their playoff series.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Danault's Historic Surge Powers Canadiens to Brink of Round 2
On May 14, 2026, Phillip Danault spearheaded Montréal's decisive Game 5 victory over Buffalo, pushing the Canadiens to a 3-2 series lead. Meanwhile, Vegas dominated Anaheim, closing out their series with a commanding win.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Avalanche Choke Wild, Take Suffocating 4-1 Series Lead
On Wednesday, May 13, 2026, the Colorado Avalanche defeated the Minnesota Wild 4-3, taking a commanding 4-1 series lead. Brett Kulak and Parker Kelly fueled Colorado's pivotal win.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Doan Delivers: Sabres Stun Habs, Even Playoff Series at 2-2
May 12, 2026: Josh Doan and the Buffalo Sabres pulled off a playoff upset against Montreal, tying their series. Pavel Dorofeyev led the Golden Knights to a 3-2 series lead over Anaheim.
Monday, May 11, 2026
Avalanche Buries Wild in Game 4, MacKinnon Ignites Series Clinch
On Monday, May 11, 2026, the Colorado Avalanche defeated the Minnesota Wild 5-2, with Nathan MacKinnon leading the charge. Colorado now holds a dominant 3-1 series lead.
Sunday, May 10, 2026
Ducks Stun Golden Knights, Tie Series; Marner's Huge Night in Vain
On Sunday, May 10, 2026, the Anaheim Ducks pulled off a playoff upset against the Vegas Golden Knights to tie their series. Meanwhile, Alex Newhook led the Montreal Canadiens to a blowout victory over the Buffalo Sabres.
Saturday, May 9, 2026
Hurricanes Sweep Flyers, Wild Upset Avalanche in Playoff Thriller
On Saturday, May 9, 2026, the Carolina Hurricanes completed a dominant 4-0 sweep of the Philadelphia Flyers. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Wild stunned the Colorado Avalanche with a decisive upset win, cutting their series lead.
Friday, May 8, 2026
Montreal Stuns Buffalo in Game 2 Upset; Marner Powers Vegas Rout
May 8, 2026: The Montreal Canadiens delivered a stunning upset in Buffalo, tying their playoff series. Elsewhere, Mitch Marner exploded for Vegas.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Canes on the Brink: Carolina Crushes Flyers for Commanding 3-0 Lead
May 7, 2026: The Carolina Hurricanes pushed the Philadelphia Flyers to the brink of elimination, securing a dominant 4-1 victory in Game 3. Andrei Svechnikov and Jordan Staal led the charge for Carolina, whose analytical models correctly predicted the outcome.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Sabres' Jordan Greenway Ignites Upset in Game 1, Ducks Even Series
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, saw two major playoff upsets. Jordan Greenway led the Buffalo Sabres to a Game 1 victory over Montreal, while Anaheim stunned Vegas to tie their series 1-1.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
MacKinnon Masterclass Puts Avalanche Up 2-0 on Wild
On Tuesday, May 5, 2026, Nathan MacKinnon's three-point night propelled the Colorado Avalanche to a dominant 5-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild, securing a 2-0 series lead. The Avs' offense proved too much for Minnesota to handle at home.