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Lukas Dostal will patrol the crease for Sunday's road matchup against the Canadiens. The start comes on the second half of a back-to-back for Anaheim, following Ville Husso's appearance in Saturday's 2-0 loss to Ottawa. Dostal previously earned a win against Montreal on March 6, though he allowed five goals on 28 shots in that outing. He has struggled with consistency recently, conceding exactly five goals in four of his last seven appearances.
Fleury scored his first goal in over two years and added an assist in the Jets' 3-2 victory over the Blues on Sunday. His opening goal at 2:31 of the first period was his first in 64 games since joining Winnipeg as a free agent in July 2024; his last goal occurred on Dec. 19, 2023, while with Tampa Bay. The performance also marked Fleury's first assist of the season, providing a rare and impactful offensive contribution to the team's narrow win.
Comrie secured a 3-2 win against the Blues on Sunday, stopping 29 of 31 shots. The performance marked his career-high 21st start of the season and extended his personal-best winning streak to five games, the longest by a Jets goaltender this year. Comrie, who entered the contest with a 10-9-1 record, 3.01 GAA, and .893 save percentage, successfully anchored the team's defense in the second half of a back-to-back set.
Connor celebrated his 33rd birthday by scoring his 31st goal of the season in Sunday's 3-2 victory over the Blues, finding the net on a delayed penalty with 8:07 remaining. This performance followed a two-assist outing in the team's previous win against Colorado. Connor continues to be a pivotal offensive force for the Jets, maintaining a strong track record against St. Louis with points in 12 of his last 15 head-to-head matchups.
Scheifele contributed his 31st goal of the season to help the Jets edge the Blues 3-2 on Sunday. He entered the game in strong form, having recorded points in five of his last six appearances. Scheifele has proven highly effective during the second leg of back-to-back sets, scoring two goals in each of the team's last three such contests. His consistent offensive production remains vital to Winnipeg's push for a Western Conference Wild Card spot.
Tarasov is set to start in goal for the Panthers in Sunday's road game against the Kraken. The 26-year-old enters the contest with a 9-10-2 record, 2.82 GAA, and .901 save percentage across 22 appearances. He is coming off a 4-3 win against the Red Wings on Tuesday, where he stopped 25 of 28 shots to earn his first victory since Jan. 25. He faces a Seattle team that recently snapped a four-game losing streak.
Oliver Ekman-Larsson will miss Sunday's game against Minnesota due to personal reasons, having returned to Toronto for the birth of his child. The defenseman has recorded eight goals and 35 points across 65 appearances this season. In response to his absence, the Maple Leafs have recalled Henry Thrun from AHL Toronto under emergency conditions to provide defensive depth.
Montreal Canadiens winger Cole Caufield reached a new career high with his 38th goal of the season during a loss to the San Jose Sharks. Returning from an illness, the 25-year-old is on pace to become the team's first 40-goal scorer since 1994. Caufield now has 65 points on the year and has evolved into a more complete, defensively responsible player under coach Martin St. Louis. He remains a key asset for Montreal, currently tied for second in the league in total goals scored.
The Maple Leafs have signed 24-year-old goaltending prospect Artur Akhtyamov to a three-year, $2.7 million contract extension. The deal begins next season, starting as a two-way contract before converting to a one-way deal for 2027-29. Akhtyamov has posted 18 wins and a .904 save percentage through 32 games this season with the AHL's Toronto Marlies, earning an All-Star nod. He made his NHL debut on December 13 against Edmonton, stopping all five shots faced in relief.
Macklin Celebrini and the San Jose Sharks face the Ottawa Senators in a high-stakes Sunday afternoon matchup. Celebrini has been a standout for the Sharks, recording 94 points in 64 games as a teenager. The Sharks, currently holding the second Western Conference wild-card spot, are coming off a 4-2 victory over Montreal. The Senators are focused on shutting down the rookie phenom as they continue their own push for a playoff position in the Eastern Conference.
Brossoit will make his first NHL start since April 2024 in Sunday's contest against the Senators. The 32-year-old has battled injuries and minor-league stints following a midseason trade from Chicago. Filling in while Yaroslav Askarov remains sidelined with a lower-body injury, Brossoit brings an 11-2-1 record, 2.48 GAA, and .915 save percentage from his time with AHL San Jose into his return to the Sharks' starting lineup.
Ullmark will patrol the crease for the Senators on Sunday against San Jose. He is coming off a strong 23-save shutout performance in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Anaheim. On the season, Ullmark holds a 20-9-7 record with a 2.77 GAA and an .886 save percentage across 37 appearances. He looks to maintain his momentum against a Sharks offense that currently ranks 18th in the league, averaging 3.09 goals per game.
After being sidelined with a lower-body injury since the post-Olympic schedule, Carlson is set to make his debut for the Ducks on Sunday against the Canadiens. The 36-year-old, acquired from the Capitals, has recorded 46 points (10 goals, 36 assists) in 55 games this season. He is expected to step into a top-four role immediately and will likely quarterback Anaheim's top power-play unit upon his return to the ice.
Radko Gudas has been issued a five-game suspension by the NHL following a controversial hit on Auston Matthews. The length of the ban has sparked significant debate, with Oilers captain Connor McDavid publicly calling for the league to audit its suspension process in the wake of the decision. Gudas remains sidelined as the league faces pressure to re-evaluate its disciplinary consistency.
Binnington will start in net for Sunday's road game against the Jets. The 32-year-old enters the matchup riding a two-game winning streak, having stopped 54 of 57 shots in recent victories over the Hurricanes and Sharks. Binnington currently holds a 10-18-6 record on the season with a 3.48 GAA and an .872 save percentage, looking to continue his sharp play against a Winnipeg team coming off a significant win against Colorado.
Since his February trade from the Rangers, Panarin has recorded 12 points in 10 games for the Kings. He tallied a goal and two power-play assists in Saturday's 6-4 loss to New Jersey, helping Anze Kopitar reach 1,308 career points. Now signed through 2028, the 34-year-old is adjusting to his new team while focusing on a playoff push. Panarin has 22 goals and 47 assists in 62 games this season and is embracing his role as a primary offensive catalyst for Los Angeles.
Ingram is set to start in goal for the Oilers against Nashville on Sunday. He enters the matchup following a 22-save performance in a 3-2 overtime loss to St. Louis on Friday. Through 20 appearances this season, Ingram holds a 9-6-2 record with one shutout, a 2.79 GAA, and an .891 save percentage. He faces a Nashville offense that currently ranks 20th in the league, averaging 2.94 goals per game.
Clarke recorded three assists, two blocked shots, and two PIM in Saturday's 6-4 loss to New Jersey. The 23-year-old defenseman now has 37 points, 129 shots on net, and 134 blocked shots across 66 games this season. His three-point performance elevated his season assist total to 29, surpassing his previous career-best of 28 set last year. Clarke is currently tied for 11th in the NHL in blocked shots, continuing his strong offensive and defensive development.
Hamilton recorded two assists, two blocked shots, two PIM, and two hits in Saturday's 6-4 victory against the Los Angeles Kings. The defenseman played a key role in the final stanza, picking up secondary helpers on two of New Jersey's four goals. Hamilton now has 29 points, 170 shots on net, 67 hits, and 60 blocked shots through 61 games. Since February 26, he has been productive with eight points, including six assists, across his last eight appearances.
Hughes scored the game-winning goal on a power play late in the third period during Saturday's 6-4 win over Los Angeles. The 24-year-old center has been highly productive since the Olympics, recording five goals, 12 points, and 30 shots on net over his last nine games. Overall, Hughes maintains a point-per-game pace this season with 48 points in 45 appearances, continuing to serve as a primary offensive catalyst for the Devils at even strength and on the power play.
