Valeri Nichushkin Scores Twice In Wednesday's Win

Colorado Avalanche winger Valeri Nichushkin took care of two goals as the team crushed the Ducks with an 8-2 victory Wednesday night. He made it 2-0 in the first period with an even-strength tally and scored Colorado's fifth goal of the game on the power play. Nichushkin has been on a roll in front of […]

Joel Kiviranta Explodes For Three Points

Colorado Avalanche left wing Joel Kiviranta had himself a big game against Anaheim on Wednesday, finishing an 8-2 victory with three points. He scored a goal and posted two assists as the Avalanche's fourth line roasted the Ducks. Kiviranta played for Colorado for only the second time. He was picked up on a one-year, two-way […]

Tage Thompson Considered Week-To-Week

Buffalo Sabres center Tage Thompson (upper body) will be out week-to-week. Thompson was injured in Tuesday's contest against Boston, and it was initially unclear how much time he will miss due to the injury, but know we know that Buffalo expects to have him back in less than two months. "Less than a couple of […]

Evander Kane Posts Hat Trick To Lead Comeback Victory

Edmonton Oilers left wing Evander Kane scored three consecutive goals to record a natural hat trick and lead the comeback in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime victory against the Kraken. Kane got the scoring started with under seven minutes remaining in the third period, while his equalizing goal was scored in front of the net with 46 […]

Stuart Skinner Makes 32 Saves In Overtime Victory

Edmonton Oilers goaltender Stuart Skinner stopped 32-of-35 shots on goal in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime victory against the Kraken. Skinner overcame three unanswered goals in the second period as he surrendered goals to Kraken forwards Jared McCann, Pierre-Edouard Bellemare and Alex Wennberg, but the 25-year-old did not allow another goal for the remainder of the contest […]

Jared McCann Scores Goal In Loss

Seattle Kraken left wing Jared McCann scored his seventh goal of the season in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime loss against the Oilers. McCann's goal tied the game at one as he scored one of the three unanswered goals by the Kraken in the second period, but the team was unable to provide any additional support on […]

Travis Konecny Scores Goal In Victory

Philadelphia Flyers right wing Travis Konecny scored his team-leading 10th goal of the season in Wednesday's 3-1 victory against the Hurricanes. The 26-year-old added to the Flyers lead by scoring from close range in the final minute of the first period to give the team a two-goal lead. Konecny got off to an incredible start […]

Carter Hart Has Terrific Performance In Return

Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Carter Hart (back) made his return to the crease and stopped 31-of-32 shots on goal in Wednesday's 3-1 victory against the Hurricanes. Hart was initially sidelined with a back injury and later dealt with an illness, forcing the 25-year-old to miss a five game stretch in the first half of November. Hurricanes […]

Carter Hart Expected To Return Wednesday

Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Carter Hart (back) is expected to return to the crease for Wednesday night's contest against the Carolina Hurricanes. The 25-year-old was expected to return from a back injury on Thursday but remained sidelined, while he last appeared on Nov. 1 when he surrendered two goals on five shots in 10 minutes of […]

Taylor Hall To Remain Sidelined Thursday

Chicago Blackhawks forward Taylor Hall (lower body) will not suit up for Thursday's contest against the visiting Tampa Bay Lightning. Hall sustained a lower-body injury last Thursday against the Lightning when he fell backward on his right leg. "He's going to need a little more work," Blackhawks bench boss Luke Richardson said. "Hopefully soon after […]

Ville Husso To Miss Global Series Following Birth Of Daughter

Detroit Red Wings goaltender Ville Husso will not participate in the 2023 Global Series in Sweden following the birth of his daughter. Head coach Derek Lalonde has already declared veteran James Reimer as Thursday's starter versus the Ottawa Senators, and while Alex Lyon is expected to start Friday against the Toronto Maple Leafs, nothing is […]

Anthony Mantha Could Return Saturday

Washington Capitals forward Anthony Mantha could return to the lineup on Saturday after missing the last three games with a ruptured ear drum suffered in a Nov. 8 overtime loss versus the Florida Panthers. The veteran said he needed four-to-five stitches in his ear and further testing at the hospital ruled out any further damage. […]

Darcy Kuemper Injured In Wednesday's Practice

Washington Capitals goaltender Darcy Kuemper was injured in Wednesday's practice when he was hit with a shot in an unpadded area of his leg. Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery didn't have a report on the netminder's status but called the injury "not ideal" while adding he was unsure exactly where the shot struck the veteran. […]

John Klingberg Unlikely To Dress Friday

Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman John Klingberg is unlikely to play in Friday's contest in Stockholm versus the Detroit Red Wings, according to head coach Sheldon Keefe. The veteran blueliner has been banged up of late and missed Friday's game against the Calgary Flames before returning for Saturday's win over the Vancouver Canucks. It's been a […]

Rasmus Kupari To Miss 4-6 Weeks

Winnipeg Jets forward Rasmus Kupari will miss the next four-to six-weeks with a shoulder injury sustained in Tuesday's 6-3 win over the visiting New Jersey Devils. The 23-year-old logged just 1:18 of ice time before leaving the contest for good in the first period. It's been a difficult start to the season for Kupari, his […]

Evgeni Malkin Misses Wednesday's Practice

Pittsburgh Penguins center Evgeni Malkin didn't participate in Wednesday's practice due to an illness. The Penguins are preparing to face New Jersey on Thursday, and Malkin would miss his first action of the season if he doesn't feel well enough to play. Malkin has turned back the time this season with a 17-point effort across […]

Rasmus Kupari Expected To Miss 4-6 Weeks

Winnipeg Jets center Rasmus Kupari (shoulder) is expected to miss 4-6 weeks of action. He hurt his shoulder in Tuesday's matchup against New Jersey, and it looks like the Jets will have to be without him for at least a month. Kupari, who arrived during the offseason from L.A. in the Pierre-Luc Dubois trade, hasn't […]

Carson Soucy Out For 6-8 Weeks

Vancouver Canucks defenseman Carson Soucy (lower body) is set to miss the next six-to-eight weeks of action. He suffered a lower-body injury at the weekend while blocking a shot, and the injury will unfortunately keep Soucy sidelined for an extended period. Soucy has done a great job defensively for the in-form Canucks, and he's also […]

Josh Manson Considered Day-To-Day

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Josh Manson (upper body) is considered day-to-day. The 32-year-old dropped out of the lineup Monday versus Seattle and won't be ready to return Wednesday night against Anaheim. However, Manson isn't expected to be out for long. The former Duck has been offensively anonymous in 2023-24, posting only one assist in 13 games […]

Andrew Cogliano Could Return For Avalanche Wednesday

Colorado Avalanche center Andrew Cogliano (upper body) has a chance to return to the lineup Wednesday versus Anaheim. He took part in the morning skate and could be back after sitting out two contests. Cogliano has totaled three points this season in 11 games with no goals scored, averaging around 10 minutes of action per […]

Jordan Eberle Back In Action Wednesday

Seattle Kraken right wing Jordan Eberle (leg) will return to action on Wednesday to face his former team, the Edmonton Oilers. Eberle got his leg cut by a skate blade in practice a week ago and was forced to sit for three games. The veteran winger will hope to kick into gear in familiar surroundings […]

Josh Morrissey Sets Jets Record With Four Assists

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey wrote his name in history on Tuesday night by becoming the team's first-ever blue-liner to post four assists in a single game. He put on a playmaking clinic in a 6-3 victory over New Jersey. Two of Morrissey's helpers came on the power play. Morrissey is also now the second […]

Matthew Tkachuk Has Third Consecutive Multi-Point Outing

Florida Panthers winger Matthew Tkachuk added two more points to his tally Tuesday night, making it three consecutive multi-point outings for himself in a 4-3 win over San Jose. He posted a pair of power-play assists in the contest. The Panthers offense has been red-hot lately, and it's had a very positive impact on Tkachuk's […]

Jordan Binnington Keeps Lightning From Scoring With 30 Saves

St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington backstopped the team to a very impressive 5-0 victory over Tampa Bay on Tuesday. He logged his first shutout of the season with 30 saves. The Blues have been on a roll lately, and Binnington has played his part by collecting three wins in his last four starts. He's […]

David Pastrnak Extends Scoring Streak With Three Points

Boston Bruins right wing David Pastrnak remained hot on Tuesday, registering a goal and two assists in a 5-2 road victory against the Sabres. He led the charge as Boston grabbed a 5-0 lead, with Pastrnak's final point coming via a power-play assist. In the process, Boston's star winger extended his point streak to five […]

Charlie Lindgren Shuts Out Vegas

Washington Capitals goaltender Charlie Lindgren had a special outing on Tuesday, celebrating a shutout against the reigning Stanley Cup champions, the Vegas Golden Knights. He pushed aside 35 shots in a 3-0 win, recording his third career shutout. It's his first clean sheet in five years. Lindgren has performed well lately and started on Tuesday […]

Tage Thompson Expected To Miss "Significant Time"

Buffalo Sabres center Tage Thompson (upper body) is facing a long-term absence after getting hurt in Tuesday's matchup against Boston. He exited the game after getting hit on his left wrist by a puck. Thompson also left in the first period when he suffered a cut from a skate blade but was able to return. […]

Sidney Crosby Scores Hat Trick In Tuesday's Victory

Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby scored three goals and added an assist in Tuesday's 5-3 victory against the Blue Jackets. Crosby opened the scoring four minutes into the first period, and scored his second goal of the contest on a redirected shot from close range to give the Penguins a one-goal lead in the closing […]

Alex Tuch To Remain Out On Tuesday

Buffalo Sabres right wing Alex Tuch (upper body) will miss a third straight game Tuesday versus Boston. The team is targeting a return for him on Friday against Winnipeg. Tuch had just heated up before getting injured and has tallied nine of his 10 points this season in his last seven appearances. Dylan Cozens worked […]

Trevor Zegras Placed On Injured Reserve

Anaheim Ducks center Trevor Zegras (lower body) has been placed on Injured Reserve. He's set to miss a third straight game with a lower-body issue on Tuesday versus Nashville. Zegras reportedly played through the injury for a while, and his season hasn't gone well, with the talented centerman collecting only two points (one goal, one […]