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Artturi Lehkonen scored two goals, extending his point streak to nine games, as the Colorado Avalanche secured a 5-2 victory over the Calgary Flames. Cale Makar contributed four assists in the win.
Former teammate Jeremy Roenick commented on Keith Tkachuk's leadership, stating that Tkachuk set an example both on and off the ice. Tkachuk is set to be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Goalie Michael DiPietro secured his first NHL shutout, a milestone he described as the "culmination of a long journey." DiPietro felt his late mother was assisting him during the game, noting a "friendly bounce" that wasn't "just by happenstance."
The San Jose Sharks hosted 22-year-old cancer survivor Zach Janes and his family from Illinois. Janes met players, including Michael Misa, and skated on the ice with his brothers through efforts by the Sharks Foundation.
The Montreal Canadiens secured their fifth straight victory, defeating the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-4. Josh Anderson contributed two goals and an assist in the win.
New York Islanders forward Emil Heineman was ejected from Saturday's game against the Edmonton Oilers following a knee-on-knee hit on Isaac Howard. The Oilers won the game 4-0.
Tage Thompson scored two goals, including the go-ahead power-play goal in the third period, to help the Buffalo Sabres secure a 3-2 victory against the Los Angeles Kings. This marks the Sabres' third consecutive win.
The Ottawa Senators secured a 5-1 victory over the San Jose Sharks on Saturday. Tim Stutzle, Dylan Cozens, and Shane Pinto each contributed a goal and an assist for the Senators.
Nikita Kucherov had three assists for the Tampa Bay Lightning in a 5-4 shootout loss to the Nashville Predators on Saturday. This was Kucherov's first game since reports emerged Friday that he requested a trade from the Lightning.
Tampa Bay Lightning coach Jon Cooper stated his belief that star winger Nikita Kucherov remains "committed" to the team, despite reports on Friday indicating a trade request.
Matt Pavelich, the first linesman inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame, passed away at the age of 92, the Hall announced Saturday.
David Pastrnak scored his 428th career goal for the Boston Bruins, surpassing Patrice Bergeron to claim sole possession of third place on the franchise's all-time goal-scoring list. Pastrnak achieved this milestone in his 848th regular-season game.
New Oilers coach Mike Babcock is reportedly sending a clear message to the team through his early-season lineup decisions.
Jesper Wallstedt shared with NHL.com that his childhood dream was to play in the NHL, inspired by his idol, Henrik Lundqvist. Wallstedt and his brother would stay up late in Sweden to watch the New York Rangers play.
Chris Cuthbert, a veteran broadcaster, will be honored with the Foster Hewitt Memorial Award at the Hockey Hall of Fame media luncheon on November 9 in Toronto. Cuthbert expressed that receiving the award is the "ultimate honor" for an NHL broadcaster.
Matt Coronato recorded a goal and three assists, his first four-point and three-assist game in his fourth NHL season, as the Calgary Flames defeated the Seattle Kraken 6-2 on Friday.
Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov has reportedly requested a trade, according to sources. However, general manager Julien BriseBois stated the team has "no intention of trading" the star player.
ESPN's Wyshynski assesses early-season overreactions as all 32 NHL teams have played double-digit games.
Gavin McKenna, the first overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs on July 3. He is expected to play for the Maple Leafs.
The St. Louis Blues reassigned forward Otto Stenberg to their AHL affiliate, the Springfield Thunderbirds, following Thursday's game.
Calgary Flames goalie Devin Cooley is week to week due to a lower-body injury. He sustained the injury during Wednesday's game against the Edmonton Oilers after a collision in the crease.
Montreal Canadiens rookie goalie Jacob Fowler is considered an early contender for the Calder Trophy, according to NHL.com's fantasy staff. Fowler is currently on a six-game winning streak, with a 6-1-0 record this season.
Connor Hellebuyck is anticipated to make his second start for the New Jersey Devils as they face the Vegas Golden Knights. Hellebuyck, acquired from the Winnipeg Jets, previously stopped 17 of 18 shots in his Devils debut, a 5-1 win over the Dallas Stars.
Senators forward Hayden Hodgson received a game misconduct and major penalty in the second period Thursday night for driving the Kings' Brandt Clarke into the boards.
