John Tavares scored two goals and Thomas Greiss stopped 23 shots for his second straight shutout as the host New York Islanders beat the Dallas Stars 3-0 on Thursday night in their first game under head coach Doug Weight . Tavares, who scored three times Friday, nearly had another hat trick but his shot at an empty net in the closing moments deflected wide.
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Ducks hold off Avalanche 2-1 in game delayed by glass break
Nick Ritchie scored the tiebreaking goal with 2:02 to play, and the Anaheim Ducks beat the Colorado Avalanche 2-1 on Thursday night in a game featuring a 45-minute delay and an early second intermission due to broken glass. John Gibson made 21 saves and Hampus Lindholm scored the tying power-play goal early in the third period of the Pacific Division-leading Ducks’ eighth victory in 10 games.
Couture lifts Sharks past Lightning 2-1
Logan Couture scored 22 seconds into the third period and the San Jose Sharks beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-1 on Thursday night. Jonathan Drouin scored for the Lightning, who fell to 2-6-1 in their last nine games and 2-9-3 over their past 14 road games.
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Ryan Ellis had his first career two-goal game as the Nashville Predators held off a late rally to beat the Calgary Flames 4-3 on Thursday night. TORONTO – Michael Grabner observed a different-looking Toronto Maple Leafs squad than the last-place group he left behind last season, one with plenty more speed and skill.
Arizona Coyotes Send Anthony Duclair To AHL Tucson
The move was also used to make room for Ryan White who is finally ready to return from injured reserve. Duclair’s demotion is a surprising one not because it’s undeserved, but because it comes so late in the season with the 20-year-old so obviously struggling.
Burns, Pavelski lead Sharks past rival LA Kings, 3-2
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Burns, Pavelski lead Sharks past rival LA Kings, 3-2
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Connor McDavid scores in overtime as Edmonton Oilers top Florida Panthers 4-3
On the night when McDavid reached 100 points in the first period, he then gave the Edmonton Oilers a 4-3 OT victory when he’d been on the ice for a full minute and was dead-tired but still got free on a breakaway winner. His backhand was caught by Florida goalie James Reimer but video replay showed Reimer’s mitt was just inside the post, with the netminder’s leather up against the webbing.
Connor McDavid scores in overtime as Edmonton Oilers top Florida Panthers 4-3
On the night when McDavid reached 100 points in the first period, he then gave the Edmonton Oilers a 4-3 OT victory when he’d been on the ice for a full minute and was dead-tired but still got free on a breakaway winner. His backhand was caught by Florida goalie James Reimer but video replay showed Reimer’s mitt was just inside the post, with the netminder’s leather up against the webbing.
Connor McDavid scores in overtime as Edmonton Oilers top Florida Panthers 4-3
On the night when McDavid reached 100 points in the first period, he then gave the Edmonton Oilers a 4-3 OT victory when he’d been on the ice for a full minute and was dead-tired but still got free on a breakaway winner. His backhand was caught by Florida goalie James Reimer but video replay showed Reimer’s mitt was just inside the post, with the netminder’s leather up against the webbing.
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Doug Weight’s 40-game Isles audition starts with a spat
The Doug Weight era began with a near fight, Islanders teammates Ryan Strome and Calvin de Haan dropping the gloves during a drill, though no punches were thrown. The day after coach Jack Capuano lost his job 42 games into his seventh season, the Isles looked to turn the page, and a scrap in practice was one sign of a potential change in fortunes.
Mikael Frolik stays hot as Calgary Flames beat Florida Panthers 5-2
Flanked by another veteran in Michael Frolik and rambunctious rookie Matthew Tkachuk, Calgary centre Mikael Backlund continues to be one of the hottest players in the NHL. Backlund scored twice in a 13-second span in the second period to break a 2-2 tie and also added an assist as the Flames beat the Florida Panthers 5-2 on Tuesday night .
Henrik Sedin scores winner for 999th career point as Canucks down Predators 1-0
Henrik Sedin scored the winner in the third period for the 999th point of his NHL career and Ryan Miller made 30 saves as the Vancouver Canucks shut out the Nashville Predators 1-0 on Tuesday night. With the teams playing a tight, close-checking game, Sedin fired a Luca Sbisa rebound off the end boards off Predators goalie Pekka Rinne and in with 7:32 left in regulation for his 10th goal of the season and first in nine games.
Henrik Sedin gets winner for 999th point, Canucks beat Preds
Vancouver Canucks’ Henrik Sedin, of Sweden, celebrates his goal against the Nashville Predators during the third period of an NHL hockey game Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017, in Vancouver, British Columbia.
Rakell’s rocket in OT puts surging Ducks past Lightning, 2-1
Rickard Rakell scored a power-play goal off a faceoff 54 seconds into overtime, and the surging Anaheim Ducks beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-1 Tuesday night for their seventh win in nine games Rakell’s rocket in OT puts surging Ducks past Lightning, 2-1 Rickard Rakell scored a power-play goal off a faceoff 54 seconds into overtime, and the surging Anaheim Ducks beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-1 Tuesday night for their seventh win in nine games Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2k38YiB Tampa Bay Lightning’s Nikita Nesterov, left, of Russia, avoids a check by Anaheim Ducks’ Antoine Vermette during the second period of an NHL hockey game Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017, in Anaheim, Calif. ANAHEIM, Calif.
Red Wings’ Tomas Tatar trying to manage shoulder issue
… and Montreal (1-0), will try to win their third in a row Wednesday against Boston at Joe Louis Arena (8 p.m., NBC Sports Network). Detroit hasn’t won more than two in a row since its six-game winning streak from Oct. 17-27. The Bruins are coming off …
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Crunch capitalize early to defeat Wilkes-Barre Scranton by a score of 4-1
After a fairly dismal effort on Satuday night that saw the Crunch get downed by a score of 3 to 1, the hometown team rebounded nicely to down the Penguins and complete the week with five out of a possible eight points. It was Adam Wilcox between the pipes for the Crunch after missing the third period on Friday night, and all of Saturday, with an eye injury.
Penguins halt Capitals’ win streak at 9 in wild 8-7 victory
Conor Sheary scored 34 seconds into overtime and the Pittsburgh Penguins ended the Washington Capitals’ nine-game winning streak with a wild 8-7 victory Monday night that included nine second-period goals. Sheary had two goals and an assist for the Penguins, who snapped a three-game losing streak.
After conquering hockey, Hayley Wickenheiser is focused on mastering med school
Canada forward Hayley Wickenheiser watches teammates during a women’s ice hockey team practice at the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics February 19, 2014. Canada forward Hayley Wickenheiser watches teammates during a women’s ice hockey team practice at the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics February 19, 2014.
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Stewart-Schroeder combo clicking for Wild
Wild wing Chris Stewart celebrated his goal against the Blackhawks with center Jordan Schroeder on Sunday. The two, along with Tyler Graovac, have proved to be a potent fourth line recently.
Red Wings’ Vanek scores, Coreau blanks Canadiens in 1-0 win
… Canadiens center Torrey Mitchell (17) defends in the first period at Joe Louis Arena. (Rick Osentoski/USA Today Sports) Detroit Red Wings left wing Thomas Vanek (62) skates with the puck as Montreal Canadiens center Torrey Mitchell (17) defends in …
Eichel scores twice in Sabres’ 4-1 win over Stars
Tyler Ennis scored 19 seconds into the first period. Ennis returned after missing 30 games with a groin injury that required surgery.
All-Star D Victor Hedman out for Lightning with illness
All-Star defenseman Victor Hedman is sitting out of the Tampa Bay Lightning’s game at Los Angeles due to an illness. Hedman participated in the pregame warmup, but left early.
LA Kings captain Anze Kopitar misses game due to illness
Los Angeles Kings center Anze Kopitar, left, of Slovenia, moves the puck as Winnipeg Jets right wing Drew Stafford, center, reaches in and defenseman Derek Forbort skates behind during the first period of an NHL hockey game, Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017, in Los Angeles. Los Angeles Kings center Anze Kopitar, left, of Slovenia, moves the puck as Winnipeg Jets right wing Drew Stafford, center, reaches in and defenseman Derek Forbort skates behind during the first period of an NHL hockey game, Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017, in Los Angeles.
Flailing Flyers lack answers for recent struggles
With a series of “I don’t know” responses, captain Claude Giroux was at a loss to explain what has happened to the Philadelphia Flyers lately. Eleven losses in 14 games have erased the positive vibes and good feelings from their recent 10-game winning streak.
Canada’s Hayley Wickenheiser honoured as giant of women’s hockey retires
Hayley Wickenheiser, who led Canada to four Winter Olympic gold medals and a silver during her distinguished career, was honoured during a special pre-game ceremony prior to puck drop between the Calgary Flames and Edmonton Oilers at Roger Place on Saturday. The 38-year-old from Shaunavon, Sask., who announced her retirement from hockey on Friday, has lived in Calgary since she was 12 but has been a life-long Oilers fan, making the game between the two Alberta-based rivals the ideal place for a tribute in her eyes.
Burns’ big season; Staal, Maroon and Gagner producing at bargain price
When the San Jose Sharks traded for former Minnesota Wild first-round pick Brent Burns, they believed they were getting a difference-maker on the back-end. But even the Sharks probably couldn’t have anticipated Burns’ explosion into one of the most prolific offensive defencemen the NHL has seen in recent decades.
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Max McCormick took exception to a Kevin Rooney elbow on Casey Bailey. The two proceed to drop the gloves.
Burns’ big season; Staal, Maroon and Gagner producing at bargain price
Anaheim Ducks’ Andrew Cogliano works against San Jose Sharks’ Brent Burns during the first period of an NHL hockey game Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2016, in San Jose, Calif. When the San Jose Sharks traded for former Minnesota Wild first-round pick Brent Burns they believed they were getting a real difference-maker on the back-end.
Berglund’s 2nd goal of game lifts Blues past Ducks in OT
Patrik Berglund’s second goal of the game, 51 seconds into overtime, lifted the Blues to a 2-1 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Sunday night. It was St. Louis’ first win in 11 visits to Anaheim.
Surging Wild beat Blackhawks, 3-2, for Western Conference lead
CHICAGO – Playing on the road for the second straight night against one of their biggest rivals, Devan Dubnyk and the Minnesota Wild rallied to another impressive victory. Dubnyk made 33 saves, Jason Pominville scored in the third period and Minnesota beat the Blackhawks, 3-2, on Sunday to grab sole possession of the top spot in the Western Conference.
Ducksa overtime struggles continue with loss to St. Louis
That’s about all they can do when it comes to that. The battle for the extra point continues to be a losing one as Patrik Berglund scored both goals for St. Louis, including the winner 51 seconds in to lift the Blues to a 2-1 victory over the Ducks on Sunday night at Honda Center.
Capitals blow out Flyers 5-0 to win 9th consecutive game
Capitals… . Washington Capitals left wing Andre Burakovsky , of Austria, gestures as he celebrates his goal during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Philadelphia Flyers, Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017, in Washington.
Colton Parayko, Carter Hutton lead Blues past Sharks 4-0
As a farmhand for the Sharks back in 2010-11, Carter Hutton never got a chance to play an NHL game in San Jose. Since leaving the organization, the Shark Tank has felt just like home.
Carter gets OT winner as LA Kings surge past Jets, 3-2
The Kings hit iron with an extraordinary number of shots Saturday night, culminating in a late backhand by Kyle Clifford that somehow struck both sides of Winnipeg’s goal without going in. “He can’t hit the net, but he can hit both posts,” Los Angeles defenseman Jake Muzzin said jokingly of his low-scoring buddy.
Bernier gets shutout, Ducks beat Coyotes 3-0
Bernier, starting in goal for the first time since Dec. 20, had 26 saves in the Anaheim Ducks’ 3-0 victory over the Arizona Coyotes on Saturday night. Lindholm’s second goal of the season came 5:49 into the opening period and Ritchie got his 10th just 35 seconds into the third.
Zucker scores winning goal, Wild beat Stars 5-4
Jason Zucker was in the right place at the right time to score the winner with 6:45 to play and Minnesota beat the Dallas Stars 5-4 on Saturday night after blowing a four-goal lead. Zucker skated into the paint as goalie Kari Lehtonen blocked Mikael Granlund’s wrist shot from the left corner.