Toronto defenceman Chris Tanev placed on injured reserve
The Toronto Maple Leafs placed defenceman Chris Tanev on injured reserve following an upper-body injury sustained against Colorado, forcing him to miss at least three games.
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Sabres trade Ryan Johnson to Penguins for Caleb Jones, Daniel Laatsch
The Buffalo Sabres acquired defencemen Caleb Jones and Daniel Laatsch from the Pittsburgh Penguins on Monday in exchange for defenceman Ryan Johnson, a minor-league depth swap.
Flyers fall 4-1 to Hurricanes, drop to franchise-record seventh straight loss
The Philadelphia Flyers lost 4-1 to the Carolina Hurricanes on Sunday, falling to 0-5-2 and setting a franchise record with a seventh straight loss to open the season. Fans chanted for coach Rick Tocchet's firing.
Ostlund's third-period power-play goal lifts Sabres past Panthers 5-3
Noah Ostlund scored the go-ahead power-play goal 7:15 into the third period as the Buffalo Sabres beat the Florida Panthers 5-3. Both teams lost key players to injury, with Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin and Panthers goalie Jacob Markstrom exiting early.
John Tavares rejoins Maple Leafs in Utah following birth of son
Toronto Maple Leafs forward John Tavares has rejoined the team in Utah after missing one game for the birth of his son and is expected to play Tuesday.
Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin ruled out vs. Panthers with upper-body injury
Buffalo Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin left Monday's game against the Florida Panthers in the second period with an upper-body injury and did not return.
Connor Bedard closing in on return for Chicago Blackhawks
Chicago Blackhawks captain Connor Bedard is nearing a return to game action as he awaits final medical clearance following a July shoulder procedure.
Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews named NHL's first star of the week
Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews was named the NHL's first star of the week after posting nine points in three games. Dallas goaltender Jake Oettinger and New York Rangers forward Alexis Lafreniere took the second and third stars.
Canucks' Merilainen Outperforming Lankinen Early as Goaltending Questions Grow
Leevi Merilainen, claimed off waivers from Ottawa, has posted a .929 save percentage while Kevin Lankinen sits at .786 amid Vancouver's defensive struggles. The Canucks play the Islanders on Tuesday.
Avalanche assistant Dave Hakstol in talks to coach Arizona State
Colorado Avalanche assistant Dave Hakstol is in advanced negotiations to become head coach at Arizona State, according to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman. The Sun Devils' previous staff was placed on leave after defenceman Matthew Mayich's Aug. 20 collapse.
Flames' Samuel Honzek out week-to-week with lower-body injury
Calgary Flames winger Samuel Honzek is week-to-week with a lower-body injury, the team announced Monday. The 21-year-old has played four games this season and missed most of last year with injury.
Dallas Stars forward Matt Duchene sidelined three months following core surgery
Dallas Stars forward Matt Duchene faces a three-month recovery following successful core muscle surgery. The veteran has not appeared in a game this season.
Rumour Roundup: Larkin weighs options, Jets hold firm on Hellebuyck
Detroit Red Wings forward Dylan Larkin is reportedly pondering his future after recent interest from Montreal fans, while the Winnipeg Jets continue holding firm on disgruntled goaltender Connor Hellebuyck.
Ullmark starts for Senators vs. Devils; Zub, Sanderson still out
Linus Ullmark will start in goal for the Ottawa Senators against the New Jersey Devils on Monday, while defencemen Artem Zub and Jake Sanderson remain out with injuries.
Maple Leafs place Chris Tanev on injured reserve, recall Marshall Rifai
The Toronto Maple Leafs placed defenceman Chris Tanev on injured reserve with an upper-body injury and recalled Marshall Rifai from the AHL.
Fowler's historic shutout gives Canadiens a goaltending decision
Jacob Fowler stopped 30 shots and all six Detroit shooters, becoming the first Canadiens goalie to post a shutout across regulation, overtime and the shootout in one game.
Canucks drop fourth straight, outscored 17-5 on road trip
The Vancouver Canucks have lost four consecutive games and been outscored 17-5 over the first three games of a six-game road trip, with Jake DeBrusk calling the losses a harsh reality check.
hurricanes defeat flyers 4-1 to hand philadelphia record seventh straight loss
The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Philadelphia Flyers 4-1 on Sunday, extending their winning streak to five games while handing Philadelphia a franchise-record seventh consecutive loss to begin the season.
Rangers beat Canucks 6-2 in first game since Shesterkin injury
Ty Kartye and Will Cuylle each scored twice as the New York Rangers defeated the Vancouver Canucks 6-2 on Sunday in their first game since Igor Shesterkin's season-ending knee injury.
McCann's late goal lifts Kraken past Capitals 5-3
Jared McCann scored the tiebreaking goal with 5:27 left as the Seattle Kraken beat the Washington Capitals 5-3 on Sunday night. Alex Ovechkin scored his first goal of the season for Washington.
Wild defeat Golden Knights 4-2 on strong special teams play
The Minnesota Wild defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 4-2 on Monday night, driven by a dominant three-goal first period and a perfect penalty kill.
Hurricanes captain Jordan Staal out vs. Flyers with lower-body injury
Carolina Hurricanes captain Jordan Staal was ruled out of Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Flyers with an undisclosed lower-body injury after playing all six games to open the season.
Blankenburg scores first goal as Maple Leafs beat Avalanche 6-3
Nick Blankenburg scored his first goal of the season against his former club as the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Colorado Avalanche 6-3 in Denver on Saturday.
Senators Recall Jorian Donovan, Place Cam Crotty on IR
The Ottawa Senators recalled defenceman Jorian Donovan from the AHL on Sunday and placed fellow blue liner Cam Crotty on injured reserve after he missed two games with an illness.
Sportsnet column suggests Maple Leafs move Tavares to wing
A Sportsnet column argues the Toronto Maple Leafs should shift 36-year-old John Tavares from centre to the wing, citing declining skating speed and early-season defensive struggles at 5-on-5.
Suniev's first NHL goal highlights Flames' youth push amid 0-5 start
Aydar Suniev scored his first career NHL goal in Calgary's loss to Anaheim, a bright spot as the Flames opened a season 0-5 for the first time in franchise history.
Anaheim Ducks defeat Calgary Flames 4-2 to hand hosts fifth straight loss
The Anaheim Ducks handed the Calgary Flames their fifth consecutive defeat to start the season with a 4-2 victory on Saturday. Ryan Poehling scored the game-winning short-handed goal before exiting due to an injury.
Canadiens fans chant 'We want Larkin' as Montreal beats Detroit in shootout
Canadiens fans chanted 'We want Larkin' at the Bell Centre during Montreal's 1-0 shootout win over Detroit on Saturday. Dylan Larkin is not known to have listed Montreal among his preferred trade destinations.
Tanev exits early with upper-body injury as Maple Leafs beat Avalanche 6-3
Chris Tanev left Toronto's 6-3 comeback win in Colorado in the first period with an undisclosed upper-body injury. William Nylander had five points for the Maple Leafs.
Ducks' Cutter Gauthier ruled out vs. Flames with upper-body injury
Anaheim Ducks forward Cutter Gauthier left Saturday's game against the Calgary Flames in the first period with an upper-body injury and was ruled out for the rest of the contest.
Fowler, Canadiens blank Red Wings 1-0 in shootout
Jacob Fowler made 30 saves for his second career shutout and Zachary Bolduc scored the shootout winner in the sixth round as the Montreal Canadiens beat the Detroit Red Wings 1-0 on Saturday.
Pinto's shootout goal lifts Senators past Predators 3-2
Shane Pinto scored the shootout winner as the Ottawa Senators beat the Nashville Predators 3-2 on Saturday. Drake Batherson tied the game late in the third period to force overtime.
Nylander's five points lift Maple Leafs past Avalanche 6-3
William Nylander tied a career high with five points as the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Colorado Avalanche 6-3 in Denver. Auston Matthews added two goals and two assists for Toronto.
Canucks emerge as potential suitors for Flames forward Connor Zary
The Vancouver Canucks have reportedly shown interest in acquiring Calgary Flames forward Connor Zary. With significant salary cap space available, Vancouver can easily take on the remainder of his contract.
Kaprizov hat trick lifts Wild past Panthers 4-1
Kirill Kaprizov recorded three goals and an assist, and Jesper Wallstedt made 28 saves as the Minnesota Wild beat the Florida Panthers 4-1 to spoil Florida's home opener.
Friedman: No Trade Market for Nikishin; Hurricanes Open to Return
Restricted free agent Alexander Nikishin skipped Carolina's training camp, but Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman reports no trade is on the immediate radar and the Hurricanes would take him back if a contract can be worked out.
Canucks' league-worst penalty kill allows 11 goals in six games
The Vancouver Canucks surrendered three power-play goals in a 4-1 loss to the New Jersey Devils, dropping their penalty kill to a league-worst 50 percent (11-for-22) through six games.
Oilers stifle Sharks 3-1 behind Podkolzin winner, Jarry
Vasily Podkolzin scored early in the third period and Tristan Jarry allowed one goal as the Edmonton Oilers beat the San Jose Sharks 3-1 on Saturday, executing coach Mike Babcock's defensive system for a full 60 minutes.
Maple Leafs' Chris Tanev out with upper-body injury vs. Avalanche
Toronto defenceman Chris Tanev was ruled out of Saturday's game against Colorado with an upper-body injury after a first-period collision. He logged 3:29 before exiting.
Edmonton Oilers expect Zach Hyman to return Tuesday against Los Angeles Kings
Edmonton Oilers forward Zach Hyman is projected to rejoin the lineup Tuesday against the Los Angeles Kings after missing time with an upper-body injury.