The end of playoff hockey is always a bittersweet moment. With two series wrapping up Thursday night and one concluding, fans face a rare quiet stretch—no games Friday or Sunday. It's that time of year when every shift counts, and the ice goes silent too soon.

Matthew Schaefer continues to earn praise, saying, "I'm just happy I'm able to be a part of it to help these kids." Teammates are raving about the Calder winner, and a brief Q&A captures his thoughts before he knew he'd won the award. For draft enthusiasts, a look at defenseman Ryan Lin—a prospect some have targeted at 13th overall—adds intrigue to the offseason.

In memoriam, Paul Boutilier, an Islanders defenseman from the '80s, has passed away. His legacy with the team and beyond is remembered.

Around the league, Mitch Marner scored a stunning breakaway goal as Vegas clinched their series over the Ducks. The Canadiens are one win away from the conference final after taking Game 5 in Buffalo, while the Sabres continue their goalie carousel. Awaiting Montreal are the Hurricanes, whose GM Eric Tulsky is enjoying an impressive 8-0 run.

Off the ice, the Oilers have officially fired Kris Knoblauch—after word leaked they sought permission to speak with Bruce Cassidy. Knoblauch never recovered from the yips that plagued his throws to first base. Edmonton hopes a new coach can convince Connor McDavid to stay. Meanwhile, the Sedins return to run the Canucks, with Ryan Johnson as GM, and seven candidates emerge for the Leafs' coaching vacancy.