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Andrei Vasilevskiy will start in goal for the Lightning against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday. Vasilevskiy snapped a three-game losing streak in his last outing, stopping 27 of 29 shots in a 5-2 victory over Toronto. The Lightning are coming off a high-scoring 8-7 loss to Buffalo on Sunday, while the Blue Jackets are playing the second half of a back-to-back following an overtime loss to the Kings on Monday.
Nikita Tolopilo will lose his waiver eligibility for the 2026-27 season, creating a complex roster situation for the Canucks this off-season. The 25-year-old goaltender has posted a 4-5-2 record with an .899 save percentage in 13 NHL games this season. With Thatcher Demko and Kevin Lankinen holding no-movement clauses, Vancouver may be forced to trade Tolopilo to avoid losing him on waivers, mirroring the situation that led to the trade of Artūrs Šilovs last year.
Trocheck tallied three power-play assists in Monday's 6-2 victory over the Flyers. Despite sitting out last Thursday due to potential trade considerations, he has maintained strong momentum, recording points in five consecutive appearances. Over his last 14 games, the veteran center has accumulated one goal and 16 points, including seven helpers on the power play.
The Toronto Maple Leafs have recalled forward Bo Groulx from the AHL's Toronto Marlies. Groulx leads the Marlies in scoring this season with 27 goals and 23 assists in 50 games. The move comes as the Maple Leafs look to bolster their center depth following recent trades of Nicolas Roy and Scott Laughton. It remains unclear if Groulx will be in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Montreal Canadiens, with head coach Craig Berube expected to provide an update following the morning skate.
Dumoulin recorded a goal and two assists in Monday's 5-4 overtime win against Columbus. The veteran blueliner notched a point in each regulation period, including his second goal of the season in the third. This performance marked his first multi-point game since Jan. 5, with his three-point total matching his combined offensive production from his previous 21 appearances.
Kempe scored two goals, including the overtime winner, in Monday's 5-4 victory over the Blue Jackets. After tying the game at 3-3 in the second period, he capitalized on a defensive lapse during an extra-frame line change to secure the win. Kempe is currently on a five-game point streak, totaling four goals and seven points. This scoring surge has propelled him to his fifth consecutive 25-goal campaign.
Justin Sourdif led the Capitals' offense in Monday's 7-3 victory over the Flames, recording one goal, two assists, and four shots on net. The 23-year-old center has been on a tear, scoring 20 of his 29 points this season since December 31. Currently centering Washington's top line, Sourdif has tallied 13 goals and 16 assists through 61 games while contributing 75 hits and 30 blocked shots. His increased production and prime lineup role make him a significant factor for the Capitals.
Jonathan Drouin made an immediate impact in his first game with the St. Louis Blues, scoring a goal to end a 38-game drought during a 4-0 win over the Anaheim Ducks. Acquired from the Islanders in exchange for Brayden Schenn and draft picks, Drouin's debut helped the Blues secure their fourth straight victory. The forward looks to revitalize his season in St. Louis as the team continues its push for a fifth consecutive win while integrating their newest offensive acquisition.
The Pittsburgh Penguins are entering a pivotal five-game road trip against several likely playoff teams, including the Hurricanes and Golden Knights. The team has successfully earned crucial points in the standings despite the ongoing absence of Evgeni Malkin. With the Eastern Conference playoff race tightening daily, these upcoming games are considered vital for Pittsburgh's postseason aspirations as they navigate this difficult stretch of the schedule.
The Pittsburgh Penguins are embarking on a challenging five-game road trip against top playoff contenders. The team has managed to secure important points recently despite the continued absence of Sidney Crosby. As the Eastern Conference playoff race intensifies with only about 20 games remaining in the regular season, the Penguins are looking to maintain their momentum during this season-defining stretch of the schedule.
Evander Kane missed Monday's 2-0 loss to the Ottawa Senators due to an upper-body injury. Head coach Adam Foote confirmed the 34-year-old was dealing with discomfort and had been fighting through the issue, leading to his status as a game-time decision. Kane, who has recorded 11 goals and 27 points in 61 games this season, was absent from both morning skate and pre-game warmups. He is in the final year of his contract and is set to become a free agent on July 1.
Frank Nazar secured a 3-2 overtime victory for the Chicago Blackhawks against the Utah Mammoth on Monday. Nazar capitalized on a power-play opportunity with 2:24 remaining in the extra frame, assisted by Connor Bedard. This clutch performance helped Chicago break a three-game losing streak and sweep the season series against Utah thus far. Nazar has emerged as one of Chicago's most impactful forwards in recent games, providing the decisive moment in a hard-fought contest.
Ridly Greig scored the game-winning goal midway through the second period of Ottawa's 2-0 victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Monday. Greig collected a pass from Shane Pinto and fired a shot past Kevin Lankinen to break the scoreless tie. The goal survived a lengthy video review after Vancouver challenged for a potential hand pass. The win moved the Senators within three points of the final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference as they wrapped up a successful road trip.
Brady Tkachuk extended his point streak to seven games by scoring an empty-net goal with 1:20 remaining in Monday's 2-0 victory over the Vancouver Canucks. Six of those games have occurred since his return from helping the United States win Olympic gold in Milan. Tkachuk's late goal helped seal the win for Ottawa, which has collected points in seven consecutive games and 11 of its last 12, keeping the team in contention for an Eastern Conference wild-card spot.
James Reimer earned his first shutout of the season and the 32nd of his career, stopping all 16 shots faced in a 2-0 victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Monday. Making his first start since February 5, Reimer improved his season record to 4-3-1. The win helped the Senators conclude a successful five-game road trip with a 4-0-1 record, moving the team within three points of a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. Reimer signed with Ottawa as a free agent on January 12.
Kevin Lankinen recorded 22 saves in a 2-0 loss to the Ottawa Senators on Monday. Lankinen, who entered the game following a 32-save performance in an overtime loss to Winnipeg, holds a 7-20-5 record with a 3.73 GAA and an .875 save percentage through 35 appearances this season. Despite his efforts to keep the game scoreless through the first period, the Canucks were unable to provide offensive support, marking the start of an eight-game homestand for Vancouver.
Connor Bedard played a pivotal role in the Blackhawks' 3-2 overtime win against the Utah Mammoth on Monday night, contributing two assists. His second assist of the game set up Frank Nazar’s game-winning power-play goal with 2:24 remaining in the extra period. Bedard’s playmaking was instrumental in helping Chicago overcome a three-game losing skid and secure their third win of the season against Utah.
Drew Commesso secured a 3-2 victory for the Blackhawks against Utah on Monday, recording 22 saves in his third start of the season. This appearance marked his first action since a 3-0 shutout win over Nashville on January 10. Commesso stepped into the starting role with Spencer Knight sidelined due to illness. The win helped Chicago snap a three-game losing streak and maintained their perfect record against Utah this season.
Adrian Kempe propelled the Kings to a 5-4 overtime win against Columbus, scoring two goals including the game-winner 2:26 into the extra period. His 25th goal of the season was the highlight of a back-and-forth contest, where he also converted a rebound earlier in the game. The victory moves Los Angeles within one point of the final Western Conference wild-card spot, as Kempe delivered the decisive slap shot from the left circle to secure two crucial points for his team.
Noah Laba recorded a goal and an assist in the New York Rangers' 6-2 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers. Laba opened the scoring just 1:04 into the game, converting from close range after the Flyers' goaltender failed to control a rebound. His early contribution set the tone for the Rangers, who went on to score three power-play goals and secure their third win in the last five games.
