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Monday, May 18, 2026

#CruisingPeachy #PatrioticPeachy FANS CAN REQUEST FREE TICKETS TO THE FREEDOM 250 GRAND PRIX BEGINNING ON MAY 29


General Admission Tickets to the Historic INDYCAR Street Race in Washington D.C. to be Available Through Ticketmaster

Counting down 100 days to the first-ever INDYCAR street race around the National Mall and the historic streets of Washington D.C., August 22-23, fans will be able to request free General Admission tickets to the Freedom 250 Grand Prix beginning later this month.

Revving up the national celebration of America’s 250th anniversary in 2026, excitement has been building for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington D.C. since the event was announced in January. INDYCAR’s two-day motorsports street festival honoring the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence will be free and open to the public, offering unprecedented access to one of the world’s premier racing series. Beginning on Friday, May 29, fans will be able to request free General Admission (GA) tickets to the historic weekend through the online Freedom 250 Grand Prix Ticketmaster portal. More information on the Freedom 250 Grand Prix and how to request free GA tickets to the event is available now at Freedom250GP.com.

“We are so excited to celebrate America and our country’s 250th birthday in just 100 days at the Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington D.C.,” said Bud Denker, Chairman of the Freedom 250 Grand Prix. “We want everyone to have a chance to experience this very special patriotic weekend featuring the NTT INDYCAR SERIES racing in one of the most historic and iconic settings in the world. We encourage fans to register for free tickets and join us August 22-23 as we bring the speed, the excitement and the energy of INDYCAR to the streets of our nation’s capital.”

Fans will be able to log into the online Freedom 250 Grand Prix Ticketmaster portal beginning on Friday, May 29, and request free GA tickets for the historic weekend. Two-day tickets for both Saturday and Sunday (Aug. 22-23) will be available by request, along with single-day tickets for Saturday (Aug. 22) or Sunday (Aug. 23) only access. The Freedom 250 Grand Prix online ticket request window will extend from Friday, May 29 through Sunday, June 7. Ticket requests will be selected by a random Ticketmaster drawing after June 7 and registrants will be notified by email whether or not their requested tickets have been fulfilled. Limited tickets are available and submitting a request will not guarantee tickets for the weekend.

Fans that are selected through the drawing will receive tickets in one of the two Freedom 250 Grand Prix ticketed areas – either the STARS Ticket Area or the STRIPES Ticket Area (learn more at Freedom250GP.com). A General Admission ticket will be required to access either the STARS Ticket Area or the STRIPES Ticket Area and a ticket to one area will not grant access to the other area. Each fan that requests tickets through the online portal will be eligible to secure a maximum of four free General Admission tickets per day.

The Freedom 250 Grand Prix 1.7-mile, seven-turn street circuit will wind around the National Mall and some of the most recognizable landmarks in the world. Designed with fan accessibility, breathtaking views and safety at its core, the Freedom 250 Grand Prix street circuit will feature the cars of the NTT INDYCAR SERIES racing on a sweeping .4-mile frontstretch along Pennsylvania Avenue, framed by the Washington Monument and the U.S. Capitol. The pit lane area of the track will be adjacent to Pennsylvania Avenue, between Turns 1 and 2. The INDYCAR field will also race by the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, the National Gallery of Art and the National Archives on the challenging and picturesque course layout.

With hundreds of thousands of fans expected to attend the two-day event and millions more watching the racing action around the world – including live on FOX across the U.S. – the Freedom 250 Grand Prix is poised to deliver a once-in-a-generation celebration of speed, accessibility and American history in the heart of Washington, D.C. To learn more and for ticket information and details, visit Freedom250GP.com.

ABOUT THE FREEDOM 250 GRAND PRIX
The Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C., will take place Aug. 22-23, 2026, marking the first‑ever NTT INDYCAR SERIES race on the National Mall and the Washington D.C. city streets. The event will be administered by INDYCAR in coordination with the White House Task Force on Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday, the U.S. Department of Transportation, the U.S. Department of the Interior and Washington, D.C.’s Executive Office of the Mayor. The free, two-day motorsports event will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with world‑class racing set against the backdrop of some of America’s most historic landmarks, including the Washington Monument and the U.S. Capitol. The unique street race will be broadcast live on FOX on Sunday, August 23. To learn more, visit www.Freedom250GP.com.

ABOUT INDYCAR
INDYCAR is the Indianapolis-based governing body for North America's premier open-wheel auto racing series, the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, and its developmental series, INDY NXT by Firestone. The NTT INDYCAR SERIES features an international field of the world's most versatile drivers – including championship contenders Josef Newgarden (USA), Alex Palou (Spain) and Pato O’Ward (Mexico) – who compete on superspeedways, short ovals, street circuits and permanent road courses. The 2026 season consists of 18 races in the United States and Canada and is highlighted by the historic Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge. The NTT INDYCAR SERIES, INDY NXT by Firestone, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and IMS Productions are owned by Penske Corporation, a global transportation, automotive and motorsports leader. For more information on INDYCAR and the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, please visit www.indycar.com.

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#NHLPeachy @NHL Morning Skate: Stanley Cup Playoffs Edition – May 18, 2026

* The Second Round series between Montreal and Buffalo is set to exchange one electric atmosphere for another and shift from the banks of the St. Lawrence River back to the eastern shores of Lake Erie when the teams tangle in the second Game 7 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs tonight.

* The Canadiens look to bounce back from an 8-3 loss in their previous contest, while the Sabres are set to snap another lengthy drought by hosting a Game 7 for the first time in more than 25 years. Teams have an all-time record of 3-2 in Game 7s after allowing eight goals in their last outing.

* Montreal will become the latest Canadian team to play a Game 7 on Victoria Day and will do so in “Queen City.” The federal Canadian public holiday is observed on the last Monday before May 25 to honor Queen Victoria.

CANADIENS and SABRES SET TO Cap SECOND ROUND WITH WINNER-TAKE-ALL GAME 7

The Canadiens and Sabres are set to conclude the Second Round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs by contesting a winner-take-all Game 7 with an Eastern Conference Final berth on the line. The victor will go on to face the Hurricanes in the series opener at Lenovo Center on Thursday.

* Montreal (16-9 in 25 GP) needs one Game 7 win to pass Boston (16-15 in 31 GP) for the most in NHL history and can extend its League record for most road victories (8-6 in 14 GP). The Canadiens’ totals include a 2-1 win against the Lightning at Benchmark International Arena in the 2026 First Round finale.

* Montreal will play multiple Game 7s in a postseason for the third time in franchise history (also 2010 & 1971), with each previous instance involving two road wins. The Canadiens are 3-0 in their last three Game 7s dating to the 2014 Second Round finale and can tie the longest winning streak in club history (4-0 from 2004 CQF – 2010 CSF & 1965 SCF – 1979 SF).

* The Sabres will play their first winner-take-all showdown since Game 7 of the 2011 Conference Quarterfinals and first at home since the 2001 Conference Semifinals finale. Buffalo (1-6 in 7 GP) can earn its second Game 7 win in franchise history after a 3-2 overtime victory versus Ottawa at Marine Midland Arena (now KeyBank Center) in the 1997 Conference Quarterfinals finale.

* The Sabres are set to become the sixth team in NHL history to play a Game 7 after scoring eight goals in their last contest, with one of the previous instances also involving Buffalo (3-2 L in 1992 DSF). The other clubs were the Blues (5-3 L in 1995 CQF), Canucks (5-0 W in 1992 DSF), Maple Leafs (7-3 L in 1976 QF) and Canadiens (4-2 W in 1971 QF).



SECOND ROUND FINALE set TO FEATURE MIX OF GAME 7 VETERANS AND DEBUTS

Rasmus Dahlin and Tage Thompson are among a group of several Sabres set to make their Game 7 debut, while Brendan Gallagher and Alex Tuch could add another winner-take-all showdown to their resume:

* Dahlin and Thompson are set to follow up historic performances from Saturday, with the former needing one point to tie the most by an NHL defenseman in a series from Game 6-7 (Ian Turnbull; 1-5—6 in 1976 QF). Dahlin also requires two points to match the League’s highest single-series total by a blueliner when facing elimination (Al MacInnis; 1-6—7 in 1984 DF).

* Gallagher (1-2—3 in 3 GP; 3-0 record) and Phillip Danault (0-1—1 in 3 GP; 2-1 record) are the only Montreal players that have contested more than two career Game 7s. The former is one of three current Canadiens with multiple Game 7 points, along with Nick Suzuki (1-1—2 in 2 GP; 2-0 record) and Kaiden Guhle (0-2—2 in 1 GP; 1-0 record) who both found the score sheet in the 2026 First Round finale.

* Alex Newhook (1-0—1 in 2 GP; 1-1 record) notched the tiebreaking goal with 8:53 remaining in regulation during Montreal’s series-clinching victory versus Tampa Bay. He can become the 14th player in NHL history with multiple Game 7 winners in his career as well as the third active skater among that group after Wyatt Johnston and Bryan Rust (both w/ 2).

* Jakub Dobes (1-0 in 1 GP; 1.00 GAA, .966 SV%) can become the third goaltender in franchise history with two Game 7 wins in a single postseason (also Jaroslav Halak in 2010 & Ken Dryden in 1971) and the NHL’s sixth rookie to achieve the feat after Dryden, Jordan Binnington (2019), Cam Ward (2006), Felix Potvin (1993) and Mike Vernon (1986). Matt Murray is the only other rookie netminder in League history with two Game 7 wins, which he achieved across two postseasons from 2016 to 2017.

* Tuch (1-1—2 in 3 GP; 2-1 record) and Tanner Pearson (2-1—3 in 4 GP; 3-1 record) are the only Sabres with multiple career points in Game 7s, although Pearson has yet to play this postseason. Tuch can snap a six-game scoring drought and help the Sabres eliminate the Canadiens, who chose his brother, Luke, with the No. 47 pick in the 2020 NHL Draft – the siblings grew up in Baldwinsville, N.Y. next door to Tim Connolly, who played in the Sabres’ last series that needed a Game 7.

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#NHLPeachy @NHL @NYIslanders Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer Wins Calder Trophy


Schaefer Received the Award in a Surprise from His Father, Brother and the Martin Family on “GMA3”

 Defenseman Matthew Schaefer of the New York Islanders is the 2025-26 recipient of the Calder Memorial Trophy, presented “to the player selected as the most proficient in his first year of competition,” as selected by the Professional Hockey Writers Association.

Schaefer was surprised with the trophy – by his father, Todd, brother, Johnny, as well as Islanders alumnus Matt Martin and his two daughters – during an interview on “GMA3.”

The No. 1 overall selection in the 2025 NHL Draft is the sixth player in Islanders history to capture the Calder Trophy and the first since Mathew Barzal in 2017-18. At 18 years, 223 days on the final day of the regular season, Schaefer is the youngest Calder Trophy winner in NHL history – one day younger than Nathan MacKinnon in 2013-14 (18 years, 224 days w/ COL).

As the first choice on all 198 ballots, Schaefer also is the first unanimous Calder Trophy recipient since Teemu Selanne of the Winnipeg Jets received first-place votes on all 50 ballots cast after his historic 76-goal season in 1992-93.

Schaefer rewrote the League’s record book for production by an 18-year-old defenseman with 23‑36—59 in 82 games. Among his lengthy list of accomplishments, Schaefer became the youngest blueliner in NHL history to register a point in his League debut, the youngest player (at any position) in NHL history to score an overtime goal and the first defenseman in more than 90 years to lead rookies (outright or tied) in goals. His 23 goals matched the single-season NHL record for a rookie blueliner (of any age), while his goal and point totals surpassed Phil Housley (17-40—57 in 1982-83 w/ BUF) for the most by an 18-year-old defenseman. Schaefer, who placed fifth among rookies in plus/minus (+13), achieved these feats while topping New York and all NHL rookies with 2,023:59 of total time on ice – more than 500 minutes ahead of the next-closest rookie in 2025-26.

2025-26 Calder Trophy Voting


Points

(1st-2nd-3rd-4th-5th)


1.

Matthew Schaefer, NYI

1,980

(198-0-0-0-0)


2.

Ivan Demidov, MTL

1,158

(0-120-48-25-3)


3.

Beckett Sennecke, ANA

958

(0-41-110-38-7)


4.

Jakub Dobes, MTL

529

(0-32-23-55-25)


5.

Jimmy Snuggerud, STL

171

(0-2-6-25-52)


6.

Jesper Wallstedt, MIN

139

(0-3-6-23-19)


7.

Alexander Nikishin, CAR

92

(0-0-2-14-40)


8.

Ryan Leonard, WSH

36

(0-0-1-4-19)


9.

Ben Kindel, PIT

33

(0-0-2-4-11)


10.

Fraser Minten, BOS

30

(0-0-0-6-12)


11.

Oliver Kapanen, MTL

16

(0-0-0-3-7)


12.

Justin Sourdif, WSH

4

(0-0-0-1-1)


t-13.

Justin Hryckowian, DAL

1

(0-0-0-0-1)




Linus Karlsson, VAN

1

(0-0-0-0-1)




(10-7-5-3-1 points allocation)

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#PilotPeachy #FrancePeachy #MarylandPeachy PATROUILLE DE FRANCE TO LAUNCH HISTORIC "LIBERTÉ 250" U.S. TOUR AT AIR DOT SHOW OCEAN CITY

French Air and Space Force Aerobatic Team will begin first U.S. tour in nearly a decade next month at Ocean City, Md.

The Air Dot Show Tour announced today that the Patrouille de France, the official aerobatic demonstration team of the French Air and Space Force, will launch its historic "Liberté 250" United States tour next month on the Air Dot Show Tour in Ocean City, Maryland, June 13-14.

The appearance marks the beginning of a four-week tour to the U.S. to commemorate the 250th anniversary of American independence and celebrating the enduring alliance between France and the United States that dates to the Revolutionary War.

Flying the team's iconic Alpha Jets with the signature red, white, and blue smoke trails of the French flag, the Patrouille de France's appearance in Ocean City will serve as the opening public performance of the highly symbolic month-long tour to the USA.

"We are incredibly honored that the French Air and Space Force has chosen Air Dot Show Ocean City as the destination to kick off this historic mission celebrating America's 250th birthday," said Bryan Lilley, CEO of the Air Dot Show Tour. "Ocean City has become the largest destination aviation event in the country, and it's humbling to see the international military community recognizing it as a premier event to perform at."

The Patrouille de France "Liberté 250" mission honors France's decisive support during America's fight for independence and celebrates 250 years of friendship between the two nations. The broader tour is expected to include appearances and commemorative flyovers tied to major USA 250 events and historic locations connected to the Franco-American alliance.

The Patrouille de France is internationally recognized as one of the world's premier military aerobatic teams and is known for its precision formation flying, elegant maneuvers, and dramatic tricolor smoke displays.

Each Air Dot Show Tour event is a fusion of outdoor festival vibes and a high-flying aviation spectacular, seamlessly combining the engaging format of a center stage with the exhilarating performances of an air show. By combining the excitement of a traditional air show with the vibrant atmosphere of a music festival, the Air Dot Show Tour attracts a broader audience that extends beyond traditional aviation enthusiasts while creating a unique travel experience.

For tickets, premium hospitality, sponsorship opportunities, or additional event information, please visit https://air.show.

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#FashionAlert #BathingBeauties LIVE THE MERMAID DREAM WEARING AUDACITY PALM Swimmer Maintains and Matching Pareo by #LiseCharmel Whom You Know is Thrilled to Kick Off Coverage of #French #Luxury #Swimwear #Maison #LiseCharmel Since 1946

It is common knowledge that Peachy Deegan thinks she is part mermaid and when you are one with the seaside, you should embrace the high style and look the part! We have recently raved for the first time about prestigious, historic French brand Lise Charmel in other suits, and for an ensemble, this works so well: AUDACITY PALM! It combines true French craftsmanship with a fresh modern look to really make you striking. The green and white combination is so flattering, particularly with a tan and the well-cut lines celebrate the season on you.  It is among the most gorgeous prints you will find anywhere on a swimsuit and the detail-oriented well-thought-out print is superb from head to toe.
The calendar says spring right now but the weather says summer, and luxury French swimwear brand Lise Charmel must have been diligent all winter to emerge at the apex of hotness with this Audacity Palm line, sure to appeal to a wide array of body types and styles.
The classic palm theme is so signature of summer!
Meet Swimmer Maintains: it must be called this as it is a one-piece that you can swim in!!! 
This one-piece swimsuit is without underwire and with elastic under the bust. This is a most comfortable shape that showcases you in an ultra-feminine look.
Plain mesh racerback on the front and lower back. 
The upper front and upper back are made of printed mesh with the LISE CHARMEL logo. 
The waist is finished with a thin, plain belt featuring a two-tone jewel with a touch of gold. 
Fully lined swimsuit. 
The lower back and front lining is the same color as the swimsuit. 
The upper back and front lining is white.
49% Polyamide, 32% Polyester, 19% Elastane
We LOVE the Pareo!
If you are short like Peachy, it will still look amazing on you if you fold it in half.  It ties in the look with the suit perfectly and the only limit on the Pareo is your imagination: there are many ways you could wear it so pick your style and mix it up because all summer is ahead of you.
Pareo to tie over your swimsuit.
100% Viscose






Founded in 1946, Lise Charmel is an established French luxury lingerie and swimwear Maison renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship, refined detailing, and exclusive design aesthetic. The brand offers a comprehensive universe spanning foundation and fashion lingerie, micro-modal, cotton and silk loungewear, iconic and fashion swimwear, versatile beachwear designed for effortless day-to-night elegance, as well as ready-to-wear pieces in silk, wool, and lace.

Driven by a heritage of French savoir-faire and innovation in premium fabrics, Lise Charmel combines technical expertise with sophisticated styling to deliver both comfort and couture-level beauty.
The brand partners with luxury hotels, spas, and high-end retailers worldwide.

Lise Charmel was founded in Lyon, historically the silk capital, and positions itself as haute-couture lingerie. Lise Charmel owns its own manufacture ateliers located in Bulgary, Europe. We manufacture in Europe:

*To protect our luxury positioning
*Because we rely on unique European textile ecosystems
*We need technical expertise for complex lingerie
*We support premium pricing and brand storytelling


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Lise Charmel sets the standard in luxury lingerie, elevating the elegance of women. Renowned globally for its haute couture spirit, Lise Charmel epitomizes luxury French lingerie. Currently, the Lise Charmel group features two prestigious brands : Lise Charmel and Antigel.

The Story of a Passionate Vocation for Lingerie

Over half a century ago, in the heart of Lyon's silk district, the brand was born out of a relentless pursuit of beauty and unparalleled comfort. From the outset, the focus was on crafting the finest quality bras, meticulously tailored to meet the needs of the most discerning customers. This dedication has led to a unique expertise in creating well-fitting models in both standard and larger sizes.

Throughout the decades, our team has remained committed to the same values: perfection, distinctive savoir-faire, and a deep passion for sophistication and creativity.

Today, Lise Charmel stands as a globally influential brand, with a well-structured distribution network spanning over forty countries. The group continues to grow with the same enthusiasm and dedication, season after season.

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#NHLPeachy @NHL #NHLStats Pack: Sabres Survive Another Intense Atmosphere at Bell Centre to Force Game 7 vs. Canadiens



Monday, May 18, 2026 – 7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN, SN, CBC, TVAS



Game 7 History

* This will be the 203rd Game 7 in Stanley Cup Playoffs history and second in 2026.



* This the 19th consecutive year with multiple Game 7s in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.



* Three of the past six Stanley Cup champions required a Game 7 win along the way: Florida in the Second Round last year as well as the 2024 Final, and Tampa Bay in the 2021 Stanley Cup Semifinals.



Game 7 History – Buffalo and Montreal
* This will be the first Game 7 between the Sabres and Canadiens. It will be the 130th unique Game 7 matchup in Stanley Cup Playoffs history and second of these playoffs (also MTL vs. TBL).



* The Sabres will contest their eighth all-time Game 7 (1-6 in 7 GP) and third at home (1-1). Both of Buffalo’s Game 7s at home required overtime: 2001 Conference Semifinals (3-2 L vs. PIT) and their lone Game 7 victory in the 1997 Conference Quarterfinals (3-2 W vs. OTT).



* This will be Buffalo’s first Game 7 since the 2011 Conference Quarterfinals (5-2 L at PHI). Luke Schenn is the only player from across the Sabres and Canadiens rosters who was in the NHL at that time. Current Montreal head coach Martin St. Louis finished third in playoff scoring that year as he led the Lightning to Game 7 of the 2011 Eastern Conference Final, a loss against the Bruins on the strength of Nathan Horton’s second Game 7-clinching goal of those playoffs (the first was vs. MTL).



* The Canadiens will contest their 26th all-time Game 7 (16-9 in 25 GP) and 15th on the road (8-6 in 14 GP). Montreal can overtake Boston (16) for the most Game 7 wins in Stanley Cup Playoffs history and extend their own benchmark for Game 7 road victories.



* Montreal has required overtime in six Game 7s (3-3), including twice on the road (0-2). Their victories were in the 1992 Division Semifinals (vs. HFD), 1986 Division Finals (vs. HFD) and 1979 Semifinals (vs. BOS) and their defeats in the 2011 Conference Quarterfinals (at BOS), 1985 Division Finals (vs. QUE) and 1954 Stanley Cup Final (at DET).



* Buffalo has gone to overtime three times in Game 7s (1-2; in addition to the two home contests noted above, they also played extra time on the road in their first-ever Game 7, a loss in the 1983 DF at BOS).



* Buffalo has had all but two of its Game 7s decided by one goal (5 of 7; 1-4 record), while Montreal has had 11 of its Game 7s resolved that way (11 of 25; 6-5 record).



* Since all rounds went to best-of-seven in 1987, six eventual Stanley Cup champions required a Game 7 in the opening round (2014 LAK, 2011 BOS, 1992 PIT, 1991 PIT, 1990 EDM & 1989 CGY).



* Montreal will contest multiple Game 7s in one postseason for the third time, with each instance including two road winner-take-all contests. In 2010, they also did so in each of the first two rounds, claiming wins in Washington (CQF) and Pittsburgh (CSF) to reach the Eastern Conference Final. In 1971, rookie goaltender Ken Dryden guided them to wins in Boston (QF) and Chicago (SCF).



* Thirteen Stanley Cup champions have contested multiple Game 7s, most recently the 2019 Blues (R2 & SCF) backed by rookie goaltender Jordan Binnington. That list includes three teams that did so in each of their first two series: the 2014 Kings (CQF, CSF & CF), 1964 Maple Leafs (SF & SCF) and 1950 Red Wings (SF & SCF). Of note: the 2014 instance is the only time a champion did so in a postseason that consisted of more than two rounds.



Players and Head Coaches in Game 7s
Based on active roster (excluding Injury Reserve List).



* Twenty-seven players in this series have played in a Game 7 during the Stanley Cup Playoffs (BUF: 8; MTL: 19), for a total of 47 appearances in Game 7s (BUF: 16; MTL: 31). Buffalo players have a combined 9-7 team record in Game 7s, compared to a 26-5 mark for Montreal players. Sabres skaters have accumulated 3-2—5 in Game 7s while Canadiens skaters have 3-8—11.



* Alex Tuch (1-1—2 in 3 GP; 2-1 record) and Tanner Pearson (2-1—3 in 4 GP; 3-1 record) are the only Sabres players with multiple career points in Game 7s. Pearson, who has yet to play this postseason, accumulated each of his points across three Game 7s with the 2014 Kings (the second team in NHL history, after the 2011 Bruins, to win three Game 7s in a postseason). Pearson’s fourth and most recent Game 7 came with Vancouver in the 2020 Second Round played in Edmonton, against now-teammate Tuch, who scored into an empty net to seal a Vegas victory in his second of three Game 7 appearances (all w/ VGK).



* Two Canadiens players have played more than two Game 7s: Brendan Gallagher (1-2—3 in 3 GP; 3-0 record) and Phillip Danault (0-1—1 in 3 GP; 2-1 record). Gallagher is one of three current Canadiens with multiple career Game 7 points, along with Nick Suzuki (1-1—2 in 2 GP; 2-0 record) and Kaiden Guhle (0-2—2 in 1 GP; 1-0 record) who both found the score sheet in the team’s last winner-take-all.



* Alex Newhook is the only player in this series with a winning goal in a Game 7 after scoring the tiebreaking goal with 8:53 left in the third period in the last round at Tampa Bay. Only one player in NHL history has multiple Game 7 clinchers in one postseason (Nathan Horton: 2 w/ 2011 BOS, including 1 vs. MTL) and only 13 have multiple in their career (two active: Bryan Rust and Wyatt Johnston, both w/ 2).



* Nine Canadiens players made their Game 7 debut in the last round, including goaltender Jakub Dobes who became the tenth different rookie to play any winner-take-all for the Canadiens and sixth to contest a Game 7. Montreal rookie goaltenders have a combined 7-4 record across their 11 previous winner-take-all contests (6-2 in Game 7s).


* Jakub Dobes became the fifth Canadiens rookie to win any Game 7, following Carey Price (5-0 W in 2008 CQF vs. BOS), Patrick Roy (2-1 OT W in 1986 DF vs. HFD), Ken Dryden (3-2 W in 1971 SCF at CHI & 4-2 W in 1971 QF at BOS) and Jacques Plante (4-1 W in 1953 SF vs. CHI). Dobes, Dryden (2x) and Plante are the only Montreal rookie goaltenders to play a Game 7 on the road, with Dobes (1-0) and Dryden (2-0) the only rookie netminders in club history to win a road Game 7.



* Jakub Dobes can join Ken Dryden (3-0), Carey Price (3-1), Jaroslav Halak (2-0) and Patrick Roy (2-2) as the only Canadiens goaltenders with multiple career Game 7 wins. Only Dryden (1971) and Halak (2010) won multiple in one playoff year.



* Jakub Dobes can become the 12th rookie goaltender to play/start multiple Game 7s and first since Jordan Binnington (2-0 in 2019 w/ STL). Ken Dryden (2-0 in 1971) was the first rookie in Stanley Cup Playoffs history to play multiple Game 7s – and the only Montreal rookie netminder to do so. Overall, rookie goaltenders are 32-34 in Game 7s (plus five no decisions), including a 15-17 mark on the road (plus four no decisions) – with six rookies contributing multiple Game 7 wins: Binnington, Matt Murray (1 each in 2016 & 2017 w/ PIT), Cam Ward (2-0 in 2006 w/ CAR), Felix Potvin (2-1 in 1993 w/ TOR), Mike Vernon (2-0 in 1986 w/ CGY) and Dryden.



* Lindy Ruff (1-4 in 5 GC) will seek his second straight Game 7 win (2023 R1 w/ NJD vs. NYR). This will be his fourth Game 7 with Buffalo, following the 2001 Conference Semifinals (vs. PIT), 2006 Conference Finals (at CAR) and 2011 Conference Quarterfinals (at PHI).



* Lindy Ruff will become the third head coach and fifth individual overall (including players) to go at least 15 years between Game 7s with one franchise, following head coaches Darryl Sutter (16 years w/ CGY; 2006 to 2022) and Al Arbour (15 years w/ NYI; 1978 to 1993) as well as players Brendan Shanahan (18 years w/ NJD; 1991 to 2009) and Ed Jovanovski (16 years w/ FLA; 1996 to 2012).



* Martin St. Louis logged two assists and a 6-2 record in eight career Game 7s as a player and is now 1-0 as a head coach. St. Louis, who will turn 51 next month, would be the youngest head coach to earn his second Game 7 victory since 2017 when Mike Sullivan claimed his at age 49.



* Find career Game 7 statistics for all current players and head coaches in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs Interactive Information Guide (Buffalo: page 24; Montreal: page 32).



Game 7 Trends and Records.NHL.com Links

* The team that scores first is 152-50 (.752) in the 202 all-time Game 7s (1-0 in 2026).



* Home teams own a 118-84 (.584) advantage in the 202 all-time Game 7s (0-1 in 2026).



* 105 of the 202 all-time Game 7s (52.0%) have been decided by a one-goal margin, including the only one thus far in 2026.



* 50 Game 7s have required overtime (24.8%); home teams have a 27-23 (.540) edge in those contests (1-0 in 2025). Fourteen Game 7s have required multiple OT periods (last: STL at WPG in 2025 R1) and two have extended beyond that (NYI at WSH 4 OT in 1987 DSF & NYR at BOS 3OT in 1939 SF, the first-ever Game 7).



* A team has overcome a deficit to win in 62 of the 202 all-time Game 7s (30.7%), including 15 multi-goal comeback wins. The maximum deficit a winning team has faced in a Game 7 is three goals (SJS in 2019 R1, BOS in 2013 CQF, PHI in 2010 CSF, EDM in 1991 DSF & WSH in 1988 DSF).



* A team has won a Game 7 after trailing in the third period 27 times, including five multi-goal third-period comeback victories (WPG in 2025 R1, DAL in 2025 R1, SJS in 2019 R1, BOS in 2013 CQF & MTL in 1979 SF).

* There have been 36 all-time shutouts in Game 7s, 24 by the home team and 12 by the road team.

* Download the PDF for Records.NHL.com links on Skaters, Goaltenders and Teams.

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#MovietimeInManhattan @WBD THE BRIDE! HERE COMES THE MOTHER F*%#CKING BRIDE! from Director/Writer/Producer Maggie Gyllenhaal Available Digitally for the First Time on April 7 Debuts in North America on Digital on April 7 4K UHD™, Blu-ray™, and DVD arrive on May 19


The Bride!, a bold, iconoclastic take on one of the world’s most compelling stories, comes from Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Maggie Gyllenhaal and debuts digitally at home on April 7.

Written, directed and produced by Gyllenhaal, The Bride! stars Academy Award winners Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale, Peter Sarsgaard, Academy Award nominee Annette Bening, Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal and Academy Award winner Penélope Cruz. On April 7, The Bride! will be available Digitally at home on participating digital platforms, including Amazon Prime Video, AppleTV, Fandango at Home, and more.

On May 19, The Bride! will be available to own on 4K UHD™, Blu-ray™, and DVD from online and physical retailers. The Bride! will also continue to be available in high definition and standard definition from participating digital retailers.


SPECIAL FEATURES

The Bride! Digital, 4K UHD™, and Blu-ray™ contain the following special features: Stitching Together The Bride! (8:15)
Uncover the artistry behind The Bride! with exclusive footage and revealing interviews. From Maggie Gyllenhaal’s daring direction to the cast’s transformative performances, witness how this modern masterpiece was brought to life.


Designing the Look (8:44)
From first sketch to final transformation, explore how The Bride!’s unforgettable creatures took shape. With exclusive make-up tests, behind-the-scenes footage, and cast insights, discover the artistry that turned vision into cinematic legend.


The Muse and the Reimagined Monster (8:02)
In The Bride!, Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale embody the intertwined forces of creation and consequence. Guided by Maggie Gyllenhaal’s vision, their performances reveal how love, pain, and artistry can reanimate even the darkest myths.


The Bride! Party (6:15)
A bride is always the center of attention—especially this one. Annette Bening, Penélope Cruz, Julianne Hough, John Magaro, and Peter Sarsgaard reveal their deepest thoughts on The Bride, Frank, and the unforgettable film they all leapt to be in.









BASICS



Premium Digital: April 7

4K UHD™, Blu-ray™ and DVD Street Date: May 19



4K Languages: English, Spanish, French

4K Subtitles: English SDH, Spanish, French

BD Languages: English, Spanish, French

BD Subtitles: English SDH, Spanish, French

DVD Languages: English, Spanish, French

DVD Subtitles: English SDH, Spanish, French



Running Time: 126 minutes

Rated R: for strong/bloody violent content, sexual content/nudity and language.

DVD: DLBY/DGTL

4K UHD and Blu-ray: ATMOS TrueHD, DLBY/DGTL




About the Film

From Maggie Gyllenhaal (Academy Award-nominated writer/director of The Lost Daughter) and starring Academy Award winners Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale comes THE BRIDE! A bold, iconoclastic take on one of the world’s most compelling stories.



A lonely “Frank” (Bale) travels to 1930s Chicago to ask groundbreaking scientist Dr. Euphronious (five-time Oscar nominee Annette Bening) to create a companion for him. The two revive a murdered young woman and The Bride (Buckley) is born. What ensues is beyond what either of them imagined: Murder! Possession! A radical cultural movement! And outlaw lovers in a wild and combustible romance!



The film stars Buckley, Bale, Peter Sarsgaard, with Bening, Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal, and Oscar winner Penélope Cruz. Maggie Gyllenhaal directs from her own screenplay and produces alongside Oscar nominee Emma Tillinger Koskoff, Talia Kleinhendler and Osnat Handelsman Keren. The executive producers are Carla Raij, David Webb and Courtney Kivowitz.



Gyllenhaal is supported behind the camera by a team of award-winning film artisans, including director of photography Lawrence Sher, production designer Karen Murphy, editor Dylan Tichenor, music supervisor Randall Poster, composer Hildur Gudnadóttir and costume designer Sandy Powell.



Warner Bros. Pictures Presents A First Love Films / In The Current Company Production, A Maggie Gyllenhaal Film: THE BRIDE!.




About Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group

Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group is comprised of Warner Bros. Pictures, New Line Cinema and Warner Bros. Pictures Animation. Warner Bros. partners with the world’s most inspiring storytellers to create extraordinary entertainment on every screen for the global audience. Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group has been at the forefront of the motion picture industry since its inception and continues to be a leading creative force, producing the broadest slate of films for worldwide theatrical release.


About Warner Bros. Home Entertainment

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#NHLPeachy @NHL Morning Skate: Stanley Cup Playoffs Edition – May 17, 2026


* Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin became the first defenseman in NHL history to record five points in a game when facing elimination, tied the franchise mark for points in any playoff contest and helped Buffalo avoid elimination at Bell Centre to force Game 7.



* Youth came through for the Sabres in Game 6 as 20-year-old Konsta Helenius scored for the second straight contest while 21-year-old Zach Benson recorded his second multi-point outing of the series.



* The Sabres and Canadiens head back to KeyBank Center for Game 7 on Monday with the final spot in the Conference Finals on the line. It will mark the first Game 7 between Buffalo and Montreal as well as the 130th unique Game 7 matchup in Stanley Cup Playoffs history.






Sabres survive another intense atmosphere at Bell Centre to force Game 7
Rasmus Dahlin (1-4—5) opened the scoring 32 seconds into the first period and assisted on four of the Sabres’ seven unanswered goals after they fell behind 3-1 as Buffalo withstood another electric atmosphere at Bell Centre to force the second Game 7 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. The winner-take-all showdown goes tomorrow night at KeyBank Center (7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN, SN, CBC, TVAS), which hosted a watch party on Saturday as fans witnessed their team erupt for eight goals while facing elimination for the second time in franchise history (also Game 6 of 1992 DSF).




* Dahlin established an NHL record for most points by a defenseman in a contest when facing elimination and became the League’s first player with five or more under that criteria since forward Sean Couturier (3-2—5 in Game 6 of 2018 R1). Dahlin also tied the franchise record for most points in any playoff contest set by forwards Derek Roy (2-3—5 in Game 1 of 2006 CSF) and John Tucker (2-3—5 in Game 4 of 1988 DSF).

* Dahlin and Tage Thompson (1-3—4) became the first set of teammates each with four or more points in a contest when facing elimination since Adam Fox (0-4—4) and Mika Zibanejad (2-2—4) in Game 6 of the 2022 First Round. Thompson extended his road multi-point streak to four contests, which marked the longest in franchise playoff history.





* The Sabres and Canadiens will play their first head-to-head Game 7 and the 130th unique matchup in Stanley Cup Playoffs history. The 41 postseason contests between the clubs mark the third most by a pair of franchises before their first Game 7 behind Buffalo and Philadelphia (49 GP before Game 7 of 2011 CQF) as well as Montreal and Toronto (46 GP before Game 7 of 1964 SF).


* The Sabres will play their eighth all-time Game 7 (1-6 in 7 GP) and third at home (1-1 in 2 GP), with each of the previous two as hosts requiring overtime (Game 7 of 2001 CSF & 1997 of CQF). The Canadiens, who will contest their 26th all-time Game 7 (16-9 in 25 GP) and 15th on the road (8-6 in 14 GP), can overtake the Bruins (16) for the most wins in Stanley Cup Playoffs history and extend their own benchmark for victories as visitors.








MORE NOTES FROM A NIGHT OF NON-STOP ACTION FEATURED IN LIVE UPDATES
Saturday’s edition of #NHLStats: Live Updates featured more notes from the Sabres’ season-saving win, which featured goals on four of the game’s first 10 shots and no more than 17 minutes of playing time between teams finding the back of the net. More highlights include:

* Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen (18 saves) became the sixth goaltender in NHL history to earn a win when facing elimination after entering the contest in a relief effort. He joined Ilya Bryzgalov (Game 7 of 2014 R1), Brian Boucher (Game 6 of 2011 CQF), Don Beaupre (Game 5 of 1985 DF), Grant Fuhr (Game 7 of 1984 DF) and Gary Bromley (Game 3 of 1980 PRLM).

* Jack Quinn (2-1—3) scored his first two career playoff goals, with the first standing as the game winner. He became the first Sabres player with multiple tallies in a contest when facing elimination since Randy Burridge (Game 5 of 1997 CSF).

* Zach Benson (1-1—2), Jason Zucker (1-1—2), Konsta Helenius and Zach Metsa accounted for the Sabres’ other goals, with Metsa doing so while making his Stanley Cup Playoffs debut.



PLAYER TO WATCH: WESTERN CONFERENCE FINAL – PAVEL DOROFEYEV

Pavel Dorofeyev was a third-round pick by the Golden Knights in the 2019 NHL Draft (79th overall) and has already scored more regular-season goals (92) for Vegas than any homegrown draft selection. In the 2025-26 regular season, Dorofeyev became the first player in Golden Knights history to record consecutive 30-goal campaigns and finished second in the League with 20 power-play goals – a new single-season franchise record.



* Dorofeyev (9-2—11 in 12 GP) leads all skaters with nine goals in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs and is the only player with three multi-goal efforts this postseason. He has shown a knack for scoring in big moments: Capping a hat trick with a game-tying goal with 53 seconds remaining in regulation of an eventual 5-4 2OT win over Utah in Game 5 of the First Round, scoring the overtime winner in another multi-goal effort in Game 5 of the Second Round against Anaheim and another two-goal outing in the series-clinching Game 6 against the Ducks.






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