Fantilli glad Marchenko trade resolved before Blue Jackets face Leafs
Adam Fantilli said he is glad the Blue Jackets traded Kirill Marchenko before opening day, saying a player who did not want to be there would have been a nightmare all year.
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Canadiens swap Engstrom in for Reinbacher, start Dobes against Sharks
Montreal will dress Adam Engstrom in place of David Reinbacher and start Jakub Dobes over Jacob Fowler on Tuesday against San Jose, coach Martin St. Louis said.
Tkachuk to donate jerseys thrown on ice to Ottawa charity in return game
Florida Panthers forward Brady Tkachuk says he will donate any jerseys thrown on the ice during his return to Ottawa on Wednesday to the Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa.
Matthew Knies set to face Maple Leafs as scoring cools in Columbus
After a strong three-point debut following his trade to the Columbus Blue Jackets, forward Matthew Knies has slowed offensively ahead of his first game against the Toronto Maple Leafs.
McKenna's third-period goal lifts Maple Leafs past Sharks 3-1
Rookie Gavin McKenna scored the go-ahead third-period goal, assisted by Auston Matthews, as the Toronto Maple Leafs rallied for a 3-1 win over the San Jose Sharks on Monday to end a losing streak.
Mammoth hold off Penguins 5-4 behind four multi-point games
Utah got a goal and an assist from Clayton Keller, Kevin Stenlund, Nate Schmidt and Nick Schmaltz in a 5-4 win over Pittsburgh on Monday. The Penguins scored twice on the power play but could not complete the comeback.
Quenneville criticizes Ducks' top players after 5-2 loss to Rangers
Anaheim Ducks coach Joel Quenneville said his top players were not good in a 5-2 loss to the New York Rangers on Monday, the team's third straight defeat, after a 15-hour travel day.
McKenna's third-period power-play goal lifts Maple Leafs past Sharks 3-1
Gavin McKenna scored the go-ahead power-play goal in the third period and Sergei Bobrovsky made 30 saves as the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the San Jose Sharks 3-1 to end a three-game losing streak.
Michkov scores twice as Flyers defeat Avalanche for second straight win
Matvei Michkov scored two goals to lead the Philadelphia Flyers to a 3-2 victory over the Colorado Avalanche on Monday night, securing the team's second consecutive win.
Rangers beat Ducks 5-2, stay perfect at home
Dylan Garand made 29 saves and the New York Rangers beat the Anaheim Ducks 5-2 on Monday to move to 6-0-0 at home. Oliver Bjorkstrand scored twice for New York.
Trial scheduled for December in deaths of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau
Sean Higgins has turned down a plea agreement and will stand trial starting in December for the deaths of NHL player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew.
Cole Knuble, son of Mike Knuble, debuts for Flyers against Avalanche
Cole Knuble, 22, made his NHL debut for the Philadelphia Flyers on Monday against Colorado. He was one of three players recalled from AHL Lehigh Valley to cover for injured forwards.
Nylander available for Maple Leafs against Sharks after illness
William Nylander was in the Toronto lineup for Monday's game against San Jose after an illness made him a game-time decision. He had missed the morning skate but took part in warm-up.
Canucks return from 0-5-1 road trip on seven-game losing skid
The Vancouver Canucks went 0-5-1 on an Eastern Conference road swing, extending their losing streak to seven games. Defenceman Luke Schenn said the rebuilding team has 'a long ways to go.'
Jets face Friday deadline as Hellebuyck suspension ends
The Winnipeg Jets are approaching Friday, when Connor Hellebuyck's team-imposed three-week suspension expires. The goaltender's trade demand remains unresolved, and teammates say his potential return would require internal discussions.
Canucks' Malhotra sees no concern Demko misses 2026-27 season
Vancouver coach Manny Malhotra said Monday he has no concern Thatcher Demko will miss the 2026-27 season as the goaltender recovers from January hip surgery. The team is not setting a return timeline.
NHL releases rendering for 2026 Heritage Classic at Princess Auto Stadium
The NHL has unveiled a rendering of Princess Auto Stadium for Sunday's Heritage Classic between the Winnipeg Jets and Montreal Canadiens, with the rink set inside a cabin-themed design.
Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin says he is ready to return Wednesday vs. Flyers
Buffalo Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin said Monday he is ready to return after a three-game absence with an upper-body injury and is expected to play Wednesday against the Philadelphia Flyers.
Senators extend head coach Travis Green through 2030-31
The Ottawa Senators have signed head coach Travis Green to a multi-year extension running through the 2030-31 season. His entire coaching staff also received multi-year extensions.
Winnipeg Jets facing deadline as Connor Hellebuyck suspension nears end
The Winnipeg Jets face a critical juncture as goaltender Connor Hellebuyck's unpaid suspension concludes on Friday, with reporting suggesting the club may pay him to stay away if a trade is not completed.
Brady Tkachuk anticipates emotional return to Ottawa to face Senators
Florida Panthers forward Brady Tkachuk prepares for his first game back in Ottawa since an offseason trade following eight seasons with the Senators.
McKenna Faces Fellow 2026 Top Pick Stenberg as Leafs Host Sharks
Gavin McKenna and Ivar Stenberg, the top two picks of the 2026 NHL Draft, meet for the first time in the NHL on Monday. Stenberg has six points in eight games for San Jose.
Senators captain Thomas Chabot out one to two weeks with upper-body injury
Ottawa Senators captain Thomas Chabot will miss one to two weeks with an upper-body injury, coach Travis Green said Monday. Chabot left Saturday's 3-1 loss to the Philadelphia Flyers.
Tkachuk, McDavid and Kaprizov earn NHL three stars honors
The NHL announced Brady Tkachuk, Connor McDavid and Kirill Kaprizov as the three stars of the week following strong offensive performances.
Stenberg's ice time climbing as Sharks visit Leafs in top-pick matchup
Ivar Stenberg is averaging 15:51 per game through eight games with the Sharks, all at even strength and on the top power play. San Jose visits Toronto on Monday to face Gavin McKenna and the Leafs.
Winnipeg Jets recall forward Brayden Yager from AHL
The Winnipeg Jets recalled 21-year-old forward Brayden Yager from the AHL Manitoba Moose following a productive start to his minor-league season.
Senators' Travis Green extended through 2030-31 season
Ottawa Senators head coach Travis Green has signed a contract extension that runs through the 2030-31 season. Green and general manager Steve Staios were set to discuss the deal with media Monday.
Reinbacher's return gives Canadiens three lefty-righty defence pairings
David Reinbacher returned from injury for Montreal's game against Buffalo, allowing coach Martin St. Louis to use three lefty-righty defence pairings. St. Louis said the balance gives the team more tactical options.
McDavid's 23 points in eight games trail only Lemieux's early pace
Connor McDavid has 23 points through eight games after a second five-point outing in Edmonton's 6-2 win over Utah. Only Mario Lemieux has posted a better points pace over eight games in NHL history.
Ottawa Senators sign head coach Travis Green to multi-year extension
The Ottawa Senators have signed head coach Travis Green to a contract extension running through the 2030-31 season. Assistant coaches and the goaltending coach also received extensions.
Maple Leafs recall Vinni Lettieri, Artur Akhtyamov from AHL
Toronto called up forward Vinni Lettieri and goalie Artur Akhtyamov from the AHL Marlies on Monday. Lettieri could make his Maple Leafs debut against San Jose.
Flames rookies Gridin, Parekh spark 3-2 upset of Hurricanes
Matvei Gridin scored his first goal of the season and Zayne Parekh provided a highlight as the Calgary Flames beat the Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 on Sunday for their first home win.
Sharangovich's late goal lifts Flames past Hurricanes 3-2
Yegor Sharangovich scored late and Devin Cooley made 34 saves as the Calgary Flames beat the Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 on Sunday, ending Carolina's seven-game winning streak.
Kaprizov and Wallstedt lead Wild to 2-1 victory over Blue Jackets
Kirill Kaprizov scored his league-leading 10th goal and Jesper Wallstedt made 13 saves as the Minnesota Wild defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets 2-1 on Sunday night.
Jets loan defenceman Elias Salomonsson to AHL Moose
The Winnipeg Jets have loaned 22-year-old defenceman Elias Salomonsson to the AHL's Manitoba Moose. Salomonsson, a 2022 second-round pick, had not played an NHL game this season.
Sportsnet: Utah's strong start leaves goaltending as the missing piece
Sportsnet argues the Utah Mammoth's fast start has exposed goaltending as their weak point and suggests Connor Hellebuyck as a possible upgrade, noting Utah has the cap space and assets to pursue him.
McDavid's five points lead Oilers past Utah 6-2
Connor McDavid posted five points as the Edmonton Oilers beat the Utah Mammoth 6-2, avenging a 4-2 loss two nights earlier. McDavid has 23 points in eight games this season.
Leonard's coast-to-coast goal helps Capitals beat Devils 4-2
Ryan Leonard scored a highlight-reel coast-to-coast goal and the Washington Capitals beat the New Jersey Devils 4-2 on Saturday for their second straight win. Ilya Protas, Dylan Strome and Boone Jenner also scored.
Suzuki line powers Canadiens past Sabres in overtime
Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield, and Juraj Slafkovsky combined for five points as the Montreal Canadiens beat the Buffalo Sabres 4-3 in overtime, lifting the club back above .500.
Maple Leafs drop to last in Atlantic after 4-1 loss to Islanders
The Toronto Maple Leafs fell to 3-4-2 and last place in the Atlantic Division with a 4-1 home loss to the New York Islanders on Saturday, their third straight defeat. Toronto played without Chris Tanev and John Tavares.