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Opening night. Those two words signal excitement for fans of any team in any sport. It means not only the start of a new season, but a time to reconnect with a team and reunite with fellow fans.
The New Jersey Devils began the 2016-17 season by going 0-1-1 in their two-game Florida trip after an overtime loss to the Panthers and a regulation loss to the Lightning.
The Tampa Bay Lightning have not enjoyed their starts at the beginning of the season. But they sure enjoy the endings.
leksander Barkov scored the winning goal with 2:12 left in overtime to lead the Florida Panthers to a 2-1 win over the New Jersey Devils in the season opener for both teams on Thursday night at the BB&T Center.
The New Jersey Devils say they have signed forward Michael McLeod to a three-year contract after making him their top pick in the 2016 draft.
When the puck drops to start the new season next Thursday in Florida, there's a chance that Pavel Zacha, Miles Wood and Steve Santini will be stretching their consecutive games played streaks to two.
In taking over the Devils last season, John Hynes wanted a team that skated fast and played with discipline and intensity. Play fast, and be hard to play against. It was hockey 101 as taught by the NHL's youngest coach.
The New Jersey Devils have signed veteran defenseman Kyle Quincey to a $1.25 million contract for the upcoming season.
If all goes according to general manager Ray Shero's plan, there's a good chance Devils fans might find their favorite team unrecognizable when the puck drops for real next month.
USA Hockey went all-in on grit, toughness, nastiness and jam – but that's not a recipe that wins games against the world's elite.
The cards are heavily stacked against the United States staying alive at the World Cup of Hockey.
Hockey has changed a lot in the 20 years since the U.S. last won the World Cup. Someone should tell John Tortorella and Dean Lombardi.
The World Cup of Hockey will get underway this weekend in Toronto. The teams have been playing exhibitions leading up to the start of round-robin play, whetting the appetite of rabid NHL fans.
The World Cup of Hockey will return on Saturday after a 12-year absence. A number of exhibition games leading up to the tournament have been hard-fought and some have been downright nasty.
The United States will need exceptional goaltending if it stands any chance of medaling at the upcoming World Cup of Hockey. Cory Schneider is totally capable of providing it.
The Yankees hit six home runs in Wednesday's 11-2 win over the Nationals, their fourth straight victory overall.
Tommy DeVito is going from New Jersey to New England, after the quarterback was awarded to the Patriots off waivers Wednesday afternoon.
The U.S. Open 2025 is serving up more than just tennis, with luxury food items on the menu. And of course, the return of the Honey Deuce.
The New York Mets beat the Philadelphia Phillies 6-5 on Tuesday night.
Giancarlo Stanton led the Yankees to a 5-1 victory over the Nationals on Tuesday night.
Tommy DeVito, known to NY Giants' fans as "Tommy Cutlets," appears to be the latest NFL quarterback in search of a new team.
Luis Torrens hit a three-run homer and matched his career high with five RBIs as the Mets beat the Phillies 13-3 on Monday night.
Ben Rice hit the longest homer of his career, Cody Bellinger had three RBIs and rookie Cam Schlittler worked six scoreless innings as the Yankees beat the Nationals 10-5 Monday night.
Even at age 45, Venus Williams displayed some big serves and powerful groundstrokes at the U.S. Open on Monday night.
Two teenagers in Queens were trying to do the right thing and reunite a lost dog with its owner.
According to a high-ranking police source, shots were fired after a robbery and the victim got caught in the crossfire.
For public school students in New York, this year may feel different than any other due to a statewide ban on cellphones in schools.
The Legal Aid Society said this is the seventh wrongful arrest using facial recognition technology they've seen over the last five years.
A Long Island family is heartbroken over the apparent theft of their dog right off their front lawn. They've spent hours calling vets, shelters and even fire departments, but no one has seen him.
On Monday, Fairfield National, the Metro Region champions, was welcomed back home after an incredibly impressive season.
Parents can prepare for end-of-the-summer challenges, like anxiety over the first day of school, earlier bedtimes and cellphone bans.
The town of Fairfield will throw a parade Monday to celebrate the Little League team's World Series run.
NYC's Office of Emergency Management issued a warning for life-threatening rip currents through 8 p.m. Sunday.
The boys are advancing to the U.S. world championship round this weekend, and fans in the community are eager to watch and cheer on their very own.
Paramus is suing the American Dream mall in East Rutherford, N.J., for staying open Sundays, in violation of Bergen County's blue laws.
One person was killed and two others were injured Tuesday when an SUV struck a Planet Fitness building in Elizabeth, New Jersey, the mayor's office confirmed.
Thousands of Paterson, New Jersey customers have been under a boil water advisory for 18 days following three separate water main breaks.
Police in Newark, N.J. are investigating how a 7-year-old got ahold of a gun and shot himself Monday.
Parents can prepare for end-of-the-summer challenges, like anxiety over the first day of school, earlier bedtimes and cellphone bans.
A Long Island family is heartbroken over the apparent theft of their dog right off their front lawn. They've spent hours calling vets, shelters and even fire departments, but no one has seen him.
Schools in the Long Island town of Glen Cove are replacing gymnasium floors following this month's startling discovery of mercury vapors emanating from old rubberized flooring.
Metro-North faced delays on the New Haven and Harlem lines, and LIRR service was partially suspended on the Port Jefferson Branch.
The Calverton property owner says it's organic compost, but neighbors worry the stench engulfing their homes is from toxic trash.
Parents can prepare for end-of-the-summer challenges, like anxiety over the first day of school, earlier bedtimes and cellphone bans.
For public school students in New York, this year may feel different than any other due to a statewide ban on cellphones in schools.
According to the poll by Tulchin Research, if all candidates remain in the race, Mamdani still has the lead.
The Penn Station redevelopment project in NYC is set to start construction in 2027, DOT Secretary Sean Duffy announced Wednesday.
"Instead of being a point of pride, Washington's Union Station has fallen into disrepair," Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said.
Ardit Billa's death has renewed calls from advocates who say it's time for the Rikers Island jail complex to permanently close.
New York City health officials are investigating cases of Legionnaires' disease at an apartment building in the Bronx.
Parents can prepare for end-of-the-summer challenges, like anxiety over the first day of school, earlier bedtimes and cellphone bans.
A Hudson County resident who tested positive for measles used public transit while potentially infectious, health officials say.
Two other possible cases of West Nile virus are under investigation in Brooklyn.
It's the latest of several lawsuits related to the Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Harlem.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced the news of their engagement with photos on Instagram.
Jerry Adler's acting credits include "The Sopranos" and "The Good Wife." He also had 53 Broadway productions to his name, all behind the scenes.
Around 5:50 a.m., LAPD officers responded to Ventura Boulevard and Vineland Avenue for a man walking in the street.
Tennis legend Serena Williams is sharing her journey with weight loss drugs, saying she's lost 31 pounds in 8 months using GLP-1s.
It's leading to a larger conversation on safety and etiquette.
The Yankees hit six home runs in Wednesday's 11-2 win over the Nationals, their fourth straight victory overall.
Tommy DeVito is going from New Jersey to New England, after the quarterback was awarded to the Patriots off waivers Wednesday afternoon.
The U.S. Open 2025 is serving up more than just tennis, with luxury food items on the menu. And of course, the return of the Honey Deuce.
The New York Mets beat the Philadelphia Phillies 6-5 on Tuesday night.
Giancarlo Stanton led the Yankees to a 5-1 victory over the Nationals on Tuesday night.
As developers tout jobs and investment, opponents warn of displacement, addiction and strained infrastructure.
Brighton Beach has one of New York City's largest elderly populations, supported by local organizations and volunteers.
Thursday night's tidal flooding may be in part to blame for a large fire at a Long Island marina that destroyed a restaurant and several boats.
The city-owned section of the BQE would cost billions to fix, with construction not expected to begin until 2029.
The state says the move will expand protections for swimming and fishing to more than 90% of New York City's waterways.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
A civil lawsuit against Sean "Diddy" Combs has been dismissed. The sexual battery suit was filed in New York in February.
Two children were killed and 17 others, mostly kids, were injured in a shooting in Minneapolis on Wednesday. The children had gathered for Mass at a Catholic school. Lana Zak reports.
A 69-year-old woman died Wednesday after she was shot in the face while walking with her friend in East Harlem. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
Students in Jericho became the first kids to head back to classrooms on Long Island on Wednesday.
A Brooklyn father says he was wrongfully arrested because the NYPD used facial recognition technology. Advocates are now calling for a ban on the technology in the city. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
