Senators 2, Rangers 1 | Ottawa leads series, 1-0: Rangers Lose Opener to Senators. Don’t Blame Henrik Lundqvist.

Lundqvist, continuing his strong play, stopped 41 shots, but Erik Karlsson’s goal with 4 minutes 11 seconds left lifted Ottawa.

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Travis Green, New Canucks Coach, Will Focus on Youth and Offense

Green, with no N.H.L.-level coaching experience, will have to develop Vancouver’s roster after the club set a franchise low for goals this season.

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U.S.A. Hockey Names a New Executive Director

Pat Kelleher has developed youth programs for the sport’s national governing body, which last month faced a boycott by the national women’s team.

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N.H.L. Playoffs: The Oilers Survive a Wild Third Period to Beat the Ducks

Edmonton blew a two-goal lead in the third but took Game 1 of its second-round series in Anaheim. Nashville also won Game 1 on the road, beating St. Louis.

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Rangers and Senators Captains Lead by Different Examples

In a contrast in defensemen, Ottawa’s Erik Karlsson is an offensive force known for his passing, while Ryan McDonagh has a more physical style.

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N.H.L. Playoffs: What to Watch in the Second Round

The Washington Capitals and the Pittsburgh Penguins, who had the two best records in the league, will square off in the main event.

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In St. Anthony’s Final Days, a Scramble to Recruit Its Best Talent

The closing of St. Anthony High School in Jersey City means that the best players from its famed basketball team are free to switch high schools.

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