When the NHL first announced the realignment and the switch to a divisional playoff format for the 2013-14 season, commissioner Gary Bettman had plenty of reasons why he liked the decision.

The NHL Situation Room reviews all goals to make sure they are legally scored. Longest NHL playoff games 1 - Six overtimes (116 minutes, 30 seconds of overtime) in the 1936 semifinals, March 24, 1935.

The Dallas Stars play against the Edmonton Oilers in game 5 of their NHL Playoff series tonight. The matchup will begin at 7 p.m. CT on ESPN. Fans can watch this game for free online by using the ...

The Dallas Stars play against the Edmonton Oilers in game 4 of their NHL Playoff series tonight. The matchup will begin at 7 p.m. CT on ESPN. Fans can watch this game for free online by using the ...