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Nikolaj Ehlers scored a power-play goal as part of the Carolina Hurricanes' 5-1 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday. The Hurricanes' offense proved effective, scoring three times on the man-advantage against a strong Pittsburgh penalty kill unit.
Sebastian Aho scored his 25th goal of the season in the Carolina Hurricanes' 5-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday. Aho, who also contributed on the power play, became the first player in Hurricanes or Hartford Whalers history to record eight 25-goal seasons. The Hurricanes successfully converted three power-play opportunities against the league's top-ranked penalty kill unit.
Dylan Garand made his NHL debut for the New York Rangers in a 3-2 shootout loss to the Winnipeg Jets on Sunday. Garand recorded 35 saves, including a key stop on Kyle Connor during a shorthanded 2-on-0 breakaway in the second period. Despite his strong performance, the Rangers fell in the shootout. Garand described the experience as a 'dream come true' as he held his own throughout the contest.
Winnipeg Jets captain Adam Lowry ended a lengthy scoring drought during Sunday's 3-2 shootout victory over the New York Rangers. The win helped the Jets break a three-game losing streak.
Kyle Connor scored in the shootout to help the Winnipeg Jets defeat the New York Rangers 3-2 on Sunday. The win snapped a three-game losing streak for the Jets. Connor was previously denied on a shorthanded 2-on-0 breakaway by Rangers rookie goaltender Dylan Garand during the second period.
Gabriel Vilardi tied his career high with his 27th goal of the season and secured the win for the Winnipeg Jets in a shootout against the New York Rangers on Sunday. Vilardi and Kyle Connor both scored in the shootout to end the Jets' three-game losing streak. The victory spoiled the NHL debut of Rangers goaltender Dylan Garand.
Hurricanes defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere will not be in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Penguins. The team confirmed his absence due to a lower-body injury. His status for upcoming games remains to be determined.
Frederik Andersen has been named the starting goaltender for the Hurricanes in Sunday's road game against the Pittsburgh Penguins. The confirmation comes via the team's official site.
After initially being listed as a game-time decision due to an upper-body injury, Predators goaltender Juuse Saros has been confirmed to start in Sunday's road matchup against the Blackhawks. Despite the earlier uncertainty regarding his availability, Saros will defend the crease for Nashville. Further updates on his performance will follow the contest.
Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz was taken to the hospital after being struck in the throat by a puck during warmups on Saturday. The puck was shot by teammate William Nylander. Stolarz underwent precautionary tests and was released from the hospital later that day.
Stuart Skinner is confirmed to start in goal for the Pittsburgh Penguins in Sunday's home game against the Carolina Hurricanes. The assignment was reported by Penguins play-by-play announcer Josh Getzoff. Skinner will look to anchor the defense as the team faces off against Carolina.
Karel Vejmelka is set to start in goal for UTA against the Los Angeles Kings on Sunday. The decision follows his appearance as the first goaltender off the ice during the team's morning skate, as reported by Cole Bagley of KSL Sports. Vejmelka will take the crease as the starter for this matchup.
Brock Nelson scored in overtime to cap a third-period comeback for the Colorado Avalanche in a 3-2 win over the Washington Capitals on Sunday. The victory spoiled Alexander Ovechkin’s historic 1,000th career goal milestone.
Eric Comrie will be in net for the Winnipeg Jets during Sunday's contest against the New York Rangers. Comrie looks to extend his current winning streak, as reported by Mike McIntyre of the Winnipeg Free Press.
Devin Cooley will handle starting goaltending duties for the Calgary Flames in Sunday's home game against the Tampa Bay Lightning, according to a report from Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan.
Mackenzie Blackwood will be the starting goaltender for the Colorado Avalanche in Sunday's road game against the Washington Capitals. The assignment was confirmed by Tom Gulitti of NHL.com.
Gabriel Landeskog is set to return to the Colorado Avalanche lineup for Sunday's game against the Washington Capitals. Landeskog has been sidelined with a lower-body injury, but he is cleared to play, as reported by Tom Gulitti of NHL.com.
Logan Thompson is set to defend the crease for the Washington Capitals in Sunday's matinee matchup against the Capitals. This confirmation comes via Tarik El-Bashir of Monumental Sports Network. Thompson continues to see action as the team manages its goaltending rotation. Fantasy managers and fans should monitor his performance closely as he looks to secure a win in this upcoming contest.
Ottawa Senators defenseman Dennis Gilbert is currently sidelined with an injury. The team is evaluating options for his replacement on the blue line following this latest injury to their defensive corps.
Thomas Harley was highlighted as a target for NHL player props and betting analysis for the games scheduled on Sunday, March 22.
