Nikita Kucherov is widely expected to test the market rather than extend with the Tampa Bay Lightning, according to Daily Faceoff, which analyzed potential destinations for the star winger.
Colorado brings a 9-5-1 record and a three-game winning streak into its cross-conference game at Columbus, according to an ESPN preview of the matchup.
Vegas, at 9-5-2 in the Pacific Division, visits Pittsburgh, 5-7-2 in the Metropolitan Division, while carrying a road losing streak into the game, according to ESPN's preview.
The Tampa Bay Lightning, 8-3-2 in the Atlantic Division, host the Detroit Red Wings, 7-5-3, looking to extend their home win streak, according to an ESPN game preview.
The Seattle Kraken (8-5-1) host the Calgary Flames (7-8) in a Pacific Division game, according to an ESPN preview. Both teams are in the same division.
Nazem Kadri and Jaden Schwartz each scored twice to lead the Colorado Avalanche past the Chicago Blackhawks 5-2, giving Colorado its third consecutive win, according to ESPN.
Chicago Blackhawks forward Patrick Kane left Monday's game against the Colorado Avalanche before the third period. The team did not provide details on the injury.
Justin Faulk and Michael Brandsegg-Nygård scored early in the third period to help Detroit secure a 5-3 win over Florida on Monday night, with goaltender Daniil Tarasov facing his former club.
The Florida Panthers returned goaltender Cooper Black to the AHL's Charlotte Checkers after Jacob Markstrom recovered from an upper-body injury. Black made his NHL debut during the recall, stopping 18 of 21 shots in a loss to Pittsburgh.
Vegas forward Braeden Bowman received a game misconduct and a five-minute major for elbowing Boston forward Matthew Poitras during Monday's game. Poitras briefly left the ice bleeding before returning later in the first period.
Ottawa recalled veteran forward Sammy Blais from AHL Belleville and sent forward Xavier Bourgault back down in a corresponding roster move, the team announced.
Brendan Gallagher, who joined the Vancouver Canucks in June after 13 seasons in Montreal, says patience and professionalism matter as the 3-12-1 club goes through a rebuild.
To offset significant injuries to defensemen Alexander Romanov and Ryan Pulock, the New York Islanders added veteran blueliner Ben Hutton on a professional tryout agreement.
Sportsnet ranked all 32 NHL Hometown Remix jerseys, placing the Anaheim Ducks first for a design that revives Mighty Ducks-era colours and the flying V sleeve with a local 'Orange Country' detail.
The St. Louis Blues assigned defenseman Logan Mailloux to the AHL's Springfield Thunderbirds on a conditioning stint. Mailloux has been on injured reserve since shoulder surgery following a preseason fight.
Toronto Maple Leafs coach Jim Hiller has shuffled his lines again, putting 21-year-old Easton Cowan back on the top line with captain Auston Matthews for Tuesday's game against the Utah Mammoth.
A Long Island cancer center dedicated a room Monday in honor of the late mother of New York Islanders player Matthew Schaefer, according to ESPN, highlighting the family's community ties.
A Daily Faceoff report examines whether Tampa Bay general manager Julien BriseBois' roster management, including past contract talks with Steven Stamkos, could put his job at risk amid the Kucherov situation.
Hockey Canada has appointed former Edmonton Oilers assistant Dustin Schwartz as its head of goaltending, putting him in charge of the federation's national netminding program.
Anaheim forward A.J. Greer was placed on injured reserve Monday with an upper-body injury suffered on a high hit from Ottawa's Dylan Cozens. The Ducks recalled Nico Myatovic from the AHL to fill the roster spot.
The Edmonton Oilers and New Jersey Devils are set to meet in a cross-conference game that ESPN will carry live, with the network promoting the matchup as a high-profile showdown for viewers.
Daily Faceoff published a superlatives-style review of the NHL's latest uniform rollout, saying the new apparel line has drawn debate among fans and analysts over designs ranging from favorites to questionable choices.
Anaheim placed forward A.J. Greer on injured reserve with an upper-body injury suffered on a high hit from Ottawa's Dylan Cozens, and recalled 21-year-old forward Nico Myatovic from the AHL's San Diego Gulls.
Toronto placed Bo Groulx on waivers Monday, according to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. The 26-year-old forward has no points in seven games this season.
Edmonton goaltender Tristan Jarry earned the NHL's second star of the week after back-to-back shutouts, while Buffalo's Tage Thompson was named first star and Anaheim's Leo Carlsson third star.
The Colorado Avalanche recalled defenseman Keaton Middleton from the AHL's Colorado Eagles on Monday. The move adds defensive depth with Josh Manson out two months due to an ankle injury.
Buffalo Sabres forward Konsta Helenius is out week-to-week with an upper-body injury. Meanwhile, teammate Zach Benson missed practice as the team evaluates his availability for upcoming matches.
Nikita Kucherov said his trade request stems from poor communication and respect with the Lightning front office, not money. Tampa Bay GM Julien BriseBois has said the team will not trade him.
Toronto head coach Jim Hiller named Sergei Bobrovsky as Tuesday's starting goaltender against the Utah Mammoth, giving the veteran another opportunity to find his form despite early-season struggles.
Shane Wright and Matthew Wood have been traded between the Seattle Kraken and Nashville Predators, according to Daily Faceoff, which framed the deal as a change of scenery for two former first-round picks.
The Pittsburgh Penguins announced that Evgeni Malkin and Kaedan Korczak are both day-to-day with lower-body injuries, while forward Elmer Soderblom's recovery timeline has worsened to week-to-week.
Nikita Kucherov has 18 points in 13 games for the Tampa Bay Lightning this season. According to Daily Faceoff, analysts are questioning whether the team might rest him to manage his workload.
Florida Panthers goaltender Jacob Markstrom is slated to return to action for Monday's game against the Detroit Red Wings, with the head coach confirming the start, according to Daily Faceoff.
Sportsnet analysis weighs whether the Washington Capitals should pursue a high-profile rental, with Quinn Hughes cited as the most logical fit given Washington's defensive needs.
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