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Oilers run win streak to 5 with defeat of BlackhawksThe streaking Edmonton Oilers pulled into a tie in points for the top spot in the Pacific Division after earning a 3-1 home victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday.,Adam Henrique scored for the first time in 51 games, while Matt Savoie and Vasily Podkolzin also tallied for the Oilers (39-28-...

Hawks hope to keep soaring against youthful NetsThe last time the Atlanta Hawks visited the Brooklyn Nets, Trae Young injured his right knee and rarely played for them again before being traded to the Washington Wizards.,A little over five months later, the Hawks are firmly above the play-in teams in the Eastern Conference and hope to move up eve...

Mariners activate SS J.P. Crawford (shoulder) from ILThe Seattle Mariners activated shortstop J.P. Crawford from the 10-day injured list on Thursday.,Crawford has been sidelined due to a sore right shoulder and missed the first seven games of the season. His throwing shoulder began ailing him during spring training and his last game appearance was Mar...

Wizards F Kyshawn George (elbow) out for season

The Washington Wizards shut down injured forward Kyshawn George for the rest of the season on Thursday.,George tore the ulnar collateral ligament in his left elbow on March 2 and was re-evaluated on Wednesday.,Specialist Dr. Keith Meister of Arlington, Texas, determined that George requires addition...

Oilers have found new gear as they seek fifth straight victory vs. Blackhawks

The Edmonton Oilers have seemingly fixed the kinks in their armor at the perfect time during a season filled with question marks.,The lack of depth and trustworthy goaltending options have continually been the topic of conversation when it came to the Oilers' struggles during the 2025-26 regular sea...

Sabres looking to clinch first playoff berth in 15 years in Ottawa

The Buffalo Sabres can clinch a spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time in 15 years when they visit the Ottawa Senators on Thursday.,The Sabres (46-21-8, 100 points) reached the century mark in points Tuesday with a 4-3 win against the New York Islanders, the first time they've done so s...

Nickeil Alexander-Walker, surging Hawks race past Magic

Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored 32 points and Jalen Johnson flirted with a triple-double as the Atlanta Hawks crushed the host Orlando Magic 130-101 on Wednesday.,Alexander-Walker hit 11 of 16 from the floor and 5 of 9 from 3-point range as Atlanta (44-33) won its third straight and 18th of 21 since...

Hawks out to solidify playoff position vs. Magic

No team in the Eastern Conference has played as well as the Atlanta Hawks since the All-Star break. Winners in 17 of 20 games since Feb. 19, the Hawks have put a bit of breathing room between themselves and the play-in tournament.,Ahead of a road game with the Orlando Magic on Wednesday, Atlanta und...