NHL News & Highlights (page 89 of 89)
The latest NHL news, game recaps and previews.
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Panthers vs. Stars Battle for Division Dominance: A Comprehensive Preview, Critical Statistics, and Recent Updates
Atlantic leaders Florida Panthers face Central's top team, Dallas Stars. Panthers won the last game 5-4 led by Tarasenko. Key players include Robertson (Dallas) and Tkachuk (Florida). Injuries to Ekblad, Seguin, and Dadonov may affect the outcome.
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NHL Central Division Showdown: Coyotes Visit Wild for Season's Fourth Encounter
Minnesota Wild (31-27-7) face Arizona Coyotes (26-34-5) in their 4th season game. Wild won the last, 5-2. Leaders: Eriksson Ek (30G, 30A), Keller (Coyotes, 25G, 30A). Wild's recent record: 5-5, Coyotes: 3-7.
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Pittsburgh Penguins Aim to Deepen Ottawa Senators' Losing Streak in Seventh-Place Showdown
Struggling Ottawa Senators, on a 7-game losing streak, battle the erratic Pittsburgh Penguins (28-27-8). Senators, with stars Giroux and Batherson, face Penguins led by Karlsson and Rakell. This season's third clash, Senators won the last in OT.
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Chicago Blackhawks Face Off Against Anaheim Ducks in Critical Pacific Division Battle
Blackhawks (17-43-5) face Ducks (23-38-3) Tues. at 8:30 pm EDT. Bedard leads with 46 pts for Chicago; Vatrano has 50 for Anaheim. Last match: Blackhawks won 1-0 on Nov 15.
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Hurricanes Secure Forward Brendan Lemieux with a New Contract for the 2024-25 Season
The Carolina Hurricanes have re-signed Brendan Lemieux for a year at $775,000. Known for his toughness, Lemieux contributed three points and 55 penalty minutes over 25 games. GM Don Waddell is pleased to retain him.
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Vancouver Canucks' Goalie Thatcher Demko Sidelined for 2-4 Weeks Due to Knee Injury
Canucks goalie Thatcher Demko out for 2-4 weeks with a knee injury. Casey DeSmith steps in. Demko, NHL wins leader (34) and recent Third Star of the Week, propelled Vancouver to Western Conference lead (91 points).
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Jets Overwhelmed by Canucks with a 5-0 Victory: Demko Exits, DeSmith Secures Win
The Canucks beat the Jets 5-0, stretching their win streak to 4. Demko exited but DeSmith and him blocked 22 shots. Goals by Pettersson, Hoglander, Suter, Miller, and Di Giuseppe led to a 42-17-7 record. Hellebuyck saved 22 for the 40-18-5 Jets.
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Dallas Stars Continue Victory Run, Overcome Los Angeles Kings with a 4-1 Win
Dallas won their 5th straight, beating LA 4-1. Faksa & Robertson scored back-to-back in 18 secs, Pavelski had a goal & assist. Johnston netted one on a power play; Wedgewood saved 26. Fiala scored LA's only goal. Kings lost 6 of their last 7 at home.
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Capitals Visit Jets for Inter-Conference Showdown: Scheifele and Wilson Set for Head-to-Head Duel
Winnipeg Jets (2nd place, 40-18-5) host Washington Capitals (5th, 30-23-9). Scheifele leads Jets with 56 points; Wilson tops Capitals with 28. Jets won 7 of last 10; Capitals 7-2-1. Hellebuyck out for Jets; Oshie and Backstrom out for Capitals.
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Boston Bruins Face Off Against St. Louis Blues in Crucial Atlantic-Central Division Clash
Boston Bruins (38-13-15) face St. Louis Blues (32-29-3) Monday, 7 p.m. EDT. Bruins lead at home (21-7-6), Blues (14-18-2) away. Previous win: Bruins 4-3 OT. Stars: Marchand (27G, 31A), Thomas (20G, 49A).
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Arizona Coyotes Seek to Halt Chicago Blackhawks' Losing Streak at Home
Arizona Coyotes (26-33-5), 7th in Central Division, play the Chicago Blackhawks (16-43-5), 8th, with Coyotes favored at -179. Over/under: 6. Chicago seeks to end a 5-game home losing streak. This is their third season face-off; Blackhawks won the last one 5-2.
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Predators Aim for Seventh Straight Away Victory in Central Division Showdown with Wild
Nashville Predators clash with Minnesota Wild for top Central Division spot. Predators on a six-game win streak, Wild aim to end their three-game skid. Josi, Forsberg (Predators) vs. Zuccarello, Kaprizov (Wild) in this high-stakes match. Power plays may be key.
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Rangers Welcome Devils for Crucial Metropolitan Division Rivalry Game
NY Rangers, Metro leaders, battle NJ Devils (6th) in their 3rd season game. Rangers previously won 5-1. Watch for Kreider (NY) & Hischier (NJ). Stats: Rangers 41-18-4, Devils 31-29-4.
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Oilers Seek to Prolong Their Victory Run in Match Against Penguins in Pittsburgh
Penguins (28-26-8) host Oilers (38-21-3) Sunday 1 p.m. EDT. Pittsburgh's home record: 16-11-4; Edmonton's road record: 18-13-1. Oilers won last matchup 6-1.
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Logan O'Connor of Colorado Avalanche Out for the Season After Hip Surgery
Avalanche's Logan O'Connor out for season after hip surgery. The team faces more injury woes, with Landeskog eyeing playoff return.
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Boldy's Decisive Goal Leads Wild to Thrilling Overtime Win Against Predators
In a riveting overtime, Matt Boldy's goal clinched a 4-3 win for the Minnesota Wild against the Nashville Predators. With goalie Fleury pulled, Boldy's timely goal followed an empty net chance for Nashville, sealing the victory. Amidst a goal per period and two first-period fights, this win boosts…
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NHL Punishes John Tortorella: Philadelphia Flyers Coach Hit with $50,000 Fine for Misconduct
Coach John Tortorella of the Flyers was suspended and fined for an outburst in a 7-0 loss to the Lightning. Penalized in the first period, he clashed with referees but wouldn't exit. Assistants Shaw and Thompson took over. Players puzzled over the ejection's reason. Tortorella will sit out games…
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Blackwell Clinches First Career Hat Trick, Bedard Impresses in Blackhawks Victory Against Coyotes
Colin Blackwell's hat trick led the Blackhawks to a 7-4 victory against the Coyotes. Connor Bedard scored twice, aiding in Chicago's season-high score. Keller netted two for Arizona. Blackhawks now 3-13-3 in last 19 games.
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Palmieri's Hat Trick Leads New York Islanders to 6-1 Victory Over Anaheim Ducks, Stretching Winning Streak
The Islanders won their 6th straight, defeating the Ducks 6-1. Palmieri netted his 20th of the season, while Horvat's streak hit 3 games. Six Islanders scored; Varlamov saved 22. Killorn's streak reached 4, but the Ducks have dropped 3 of 4.