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Friday, March 13

Anze Kopitar Sets LA Kings Record for Career Road Points

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Anze Kopitar made franchise history in the Kings' 3-2 victory over the New York Islanders, surpassing Marcel Dionne for the most road points in team history. Kopitar reached 608 career road points (221-387=608) with a first-period goal, his second point of the game after assisting on an earlier play. His performance helped Los Angeles secure a crucial win, moving the team into the playoff picture as they continue their road trip against the New Jersey Devils.

Adrian Kempe Nets 26th Goal in 3-2 Win Over Islanders

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Adrian Kempe led the Kings to a 3-2 victory over the New York Islanders on Friday night, recording his team-leading 26th goal of the season. Kempe struck with a wrist shot at 1:32 remaining in the first period, extending his productive streak to five goals and four assists over his last six games. The win saw the Kings hold off a late rally from the Islanders, with Kempe's offensive contribution proving pivotal in securing the road victory.

Connor Ingram Confirmed to Start Friday Against Blues

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Connor Ingram is set to start in goal for the Oilers against the Blues on Friday. This follows an incident where the NHL rescinded a five-minute major penalty assessed to Nathan MacKinnon for goaltender interference against Ingram, confirming the original call was incorrect. Ingram, who served as a backup in Thursday's 7-2 loss to the Stars following an injury scare, will look to stabilize the Oilers' goaltending in this matchup.

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins Ruled Out for Friday's Game vs. Blues

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Ryan Nugent-Hopkins will miss Friday's contest against the St. Louis Blues due to an undisclosed injury. The center logged 17:32 of ice time in Thursday's game against the Stars, making the timing of the injury unclear. With Nugent-Hopkins sidelined, Max Jones will enter the lineup, and Matt Savoie is expected to see an increase in usage. Nugent-Hopkins' next opportunity to return to the ice is Sunday's home matchup against the Nashville Predators.

Raphael Lavoie Nets Hat Trick in Silver Knights' 7-6 Overtime Win

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Raphael Lavoie powered the Henderson Silver Knights to a dramatic 7-6 overtime victory against the Tucson Roadrunners on Wednesday. Lavoie opened the scoring at 3:14 of the first period, added his second goal 11 seconds into the second, and completed his natural hat trick with the game-winning goal just 90 seconds into overtime. The performance headlined a chaotic contest that saw Henderson overcome a 5-2 deficit to secure their 7th win in their last 10 games.

Darcy Kuemper Expected to Start Against Islanders on Friday

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Darcy Kuemper is slated to start in goal for the Kings on the road against the New York Islanders this Friday. Kuemper holds a 15-13-10 record this season with a 2.70 GAA and .897 save percentage across 40 appearances. He has faced recent struggles, recording a 1-3-1 mark with a 3.83 GAA and .857 save percentage over his last five outings. He will face an Islanders squad that has been in strong form, winning seven of their previous nine games.

Sharks Sign Ty Dellandrea to Two-Year, $3.25M Extension

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The San Jose Sharks have signed forward Ty Dellandrea to a two-year, $3.25 million contract extension, keeping him with the club through the 2027-28 season. The 25-year-old has recorded two goals and nine assists in 42 games this season but has been sidelined since January 6 with a lower-body injury. Prior to the injury, he led Sharks forwards in faceoff percentage (52.3%) and ranked second on the team in hits (117) and blocked shots (36).

Canucks Trade Josh Bloom to Oilers in Prospect Swap

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The Vancouver Canucks have traded forward Josh Bloom to the Edmonton Oilers in exchange for forward Jayden Grubbe. Bloom, 22, was a third-round pick in the 2021 NHL Draft and has spent time this season with the ECHL's Kalamazoo Wings, where he tallied 15 goals and 13 assists in 19 games, as well as 19 games in the AHL with the Abbotsford Canucks. Due to the timing of the trade, Bloom is ineligible to play in any NHL games for the remainder of the 2025-26 season.

Canucks Acquire Jayden Grubbe in Prospect Swap with Oilers

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The Vancouver Canucks have acquired forward Jayden Grubbe from the Edmonton Oilers in exchange for prospect Josh Bloom. Grubbe, 23, was originally drafted 65th overall in 2021 by the New York Rangers. This season, he has recorded seven goals and 12 assists in 28 games with the ECHL's Fort Wayne Komets. Per NHL rules regarding post-deadline trades, Grubbe is ineligible to play in any regular season or playoff NHL games for the remainder of the 2025-26 season.

Jesper Wallstedt Expected to Start Sunday Against Toronto

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Jesper Wallstedt is slated to start in goal for the Minnesota Wild during Sunday's home game against the Toronto Maple Leafs. The 23-year-old is currently navigating a three-game losing streak, during which he has posted a 0-1-2 record, a 2.85 GAA, and a .909 save percentage. Wallstedt will take the crease following Filip Gustavsson's start against the Rangers on Saturday.

Filip Gustavsson to Start Against Rangers on Saturday

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Filip Gustavsson will patrol the crease for the Minnesota Wild against the Rangers on Saturday. Gustavsson is coming off a perfect 25-save shutout in a 5-0 win over Utah on Tuesday, marking his fourth shutout of the season and his third consecutive victory. He currently holds a 24-10-6 record with a 2.46 GAA and a .913 save percentage across 41 appearances this season. He will look to maintain his momentum against a Rangers offense averaging 2.80 goals per game.

Colten Ellis Questionable for Saturday Against Maple Leafs

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Colten Ellis is considered questionable to suit up for the Buffalo Sabres against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday due to an undisclosed injury. The 25-year-old goaltender has not appeared in a game since February 3 against the Tampa Bay Lightning, so the injury may not impact his immediate availability. In 13 outings this season, Ellis has recorded a 7-4-1 record, a 3.11 GAA, and an .896 save percentage.

Martin Necas Hits 30-Goal Milestone in Avalanche Victory

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Martin Necas reached the 30-goal mark for the season during the Colorado Avalanche's 5-1 road win over the Seattle Kraken. Necas opened the scoring in the first period off a feed from Nathan MacKinnon and later returned the favor, setting up a play that led to Colorado's second goal. His performance was instrumental in helping the Avalanche rebound from a recent loss to the Edmonton Oilers as they continue their two-game road trip.

MacKinnon Major Penalty Rescinded; Leads Avalanche to 5-1 Win

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The NHL has rescinded Nathan MacKinnon's five-minute major for goaltender interference against Connor Ingram, clearing him of automatic suspension risk. Following this, MacKinnon led the Avalanche to a 5-1 road victory over the Seattle Kraken. He recorded a primary assist on Martin Necas's 30th goal and was involved in a play that resulted in a second Colorado goal. MacKinnon continues to be a central offensive force as Colorado prepares for Saturday's game against Winnipeg.

Rasmus Dahlin Rejects 'Pest' Label Amid Sabres' Playoff Push

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Buffalo Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin has dismissed the 'pest' label recently attributed to him following on-ice scuffles with Evgeni Malkin and Brandon Hagel. Dahlin, who leads the Sabres in ice time and is second in points, remains focused on the team's turnaround. He continues to perform at a high level while his fiancée recovers from a heart transplant in Sweden. Coach Lindy Ruff praised Dahlin's leadership and emotional maturity during this challenging season.

Jakub Dobes Named Starter for Saturday's Matchup Against San Jose

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Jakub Dobes will start in goal for the Montreal Canadiens against the San Jose Sharks on Saturday. Dobes enters the contest riding a two-game winning streak, having allowed four goals on 57 shots in recent victories over Toronto and Los Angeles. The netminder holds a 21-6-4 record with a 2.97 GAA and an .892 save percentage through 31 appearances this season.

Mikael Backlund Reaches 600th NHL Point in Flames Victory

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Calgary Flames captain Mikael Backlund recorded the 600th point of his NHL career during Thursday's 5-4 win over the New Jersey Devils. Backlund scored the game-winning goal, his 229th career tally, which also moved him into a tie for fifth place on the franchise’s all-time goals list. The veteran center leads the Flames in scoring this season with 37 points through 65 games and maintains a team-best plus-11 rating.

Nazem Kadri Scores First Goal in Avalanche Reunion

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Nazem Kadri recorded his first goal since rejoining the Colorado Avalanche during Thursday's 5-1 win over Seattle. The 35-year-old forward, who helped the team win the 2022 Stanley Cup, was acquired near the trade deadline. Coach Jared Bednar plans to utilize Kadri in similar roles to his previous tenure, including a boost to the power play. Kadri, who led the Flames with 41 points before the trade, expressed excitement about returning to a team with championship aspirations.

Evan Bouchard Extends Point Streak to Nine Games

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Evan Bouchard scored a goal and recorded six shots on net in Thursday's 7-2 loss to Dallas, extending his point streak to nine games. The 26-year-old blueliner has tallied 16 points during this stretch and now has 19 goals and 76 points across 66 games this season. He leads all NHL defensemen in scoring by eight points and is on pace to shatter his career-best 82-point mark, positioning himself as a strong candidate for the Norris Trophy.

Miro Heiskanen Records Three-Point Outing in 7-2 Win Over Edmonton

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Heiskanen delivered a standout performance in Thursday's 7-2 victory over the Oilers, contributing three assists, including one on the power play. The 26-year-old blueliner has been highly productive, tallying 20 points in his last 16 games. He now has 56 points, 128 shots on net, and 111 blocked shots through 63 games this season. His offensive output currently stands as the second-best total of his career, cementing his role as a key contributor to the Stars' success.