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Linus Ullmark will make his fifth consecutive start for the Senators as they face the Kraken on the road Saturday. The 32-year-old netminder has gone 2-0-2 in his last four appearances, allowing 10 goals on 100 shots. He faces a Seattle team that has struggled offensively, scoring only 11 goals over their last five games, providing a potentially favorable matchup for the veteran goaltender.
Denver Barkey scored a goal midway through the second period to help the Philadelphia Flyers secure a 4-3 shootout win over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday. Barkey's contribution helped the Flyers erase a deficit and eventually force the game into the shootout, where Trevor Zegras ultimately clinched the victory for Philadelphia.
Trevor Zegras secured a 4-3 victory for the Philadelphia Flyers over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday, scoring the decisive goal in the shootout. Zegras continues to demonstrate elite shootout proficiency, improving his career record to 19-for-30. His late-game heroics were instrumental in a contest that saw rookies Alex Bump and Denver Barkey contribute regulation goals, helping the Flyers maintain their push in the standings.
Rickard Rakell scored for the Pittsburgh Penguins in their 4-3 shootout loss to the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday. Rakell's goal early in the second period gave the Penguins a brief 2-1 lead before the Flyers responded. The Penguins, playing without Evgeni Malkin and Sidney Crosby, also received goals from Tommy Novak and Erik Karlsson in the narrow defeat.
Owen Tippett reached the 20-goal mark for the fourth consecutive season during the Flyers' 4-3 shootout victory over the Penguins on Saturday. Tippett scored his milestone goal less than a minute after the Penguins opened the scoring. His performance was a key part of a balanced Flyers attack that also saw goals from Alex Bump and Denver Barkey, helping the team secure the win.
Erik Karlsson contributed a goal for the Pittsburgh Penguins in their 4-3 shootout loss to the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday. His effort was part of a multi-goal performance by the Penguins, who also received scoring contributions from Tommy Novak and Rickard Rakell. Despite the offensive output, the team fell short in the shootout as they continue to play without the suspended Evgeni Malkin and injured captain Sidney Crosby.
Evgeni Malkin was unavailable for Saturday's matchup against the Philadelphia Flyers as he begins serving a five-game suspension. The Penguins struggled to generate consistent offense in his absence, ultimately falling 4-3 in a shootout. The team is currently navigating a difficult stretch, as they were also without captain Sidney Crosby due to a lower-body injury.
Dan Vladar backstopped the Flyers to a 4-3 shootout victory against Pittsburgh on Saturday, recording 20 saves. Vladar, who was assessed an interference penalty in overtime, has been strong since the Olympic break with a 2.2-0 record, a 1.75 GAA, and a .935 save percentage. On the season, he holds a 19-10-6 record with a 2.39 GAA and a .908 save percentage across 37 appearances.
Stuart Skinner started in net for the Penguins against Philadelphia on Saturday, stopping 12 shots in a 4-3 shootout loss. Skinner has faced recent challenges, posting an 0-1-2 record over his last three appearances while allowing nine goals on 76 shots. Since joining Pittsburgh from Edmonton on December 12, he holds an 8-5-2 record with a 2.62 GAA and an .893 save percentage across 15 games.
Winger Alex Bump made a memorable NHL debut for the Flyers on Saturday, scoring a goal in the team's 4-3 shootout win over the Penguins. Recently called up from the AHL's Lehigh Valley Phantoms following the trades of Bobby Brink and Nicolas Deslauriers, the 22-year-old 2022 fifth-round pick recorded 26 points in 36 AHL games this season. Bump wore No. 20 and tied the game at 2-2 in the second period.
Josh Doan scored 16 seconds into the third period to extend the Buffalo Sabres' lead to 3-1 in their 3-2 win over the Nashville Predators on Saturday. The victory marks the sixth consecutive win for Buffalo, which has now earned a point in 13 of its last 15 games.
Jason Zucker contributed to the Buffalo Sabres' 3-2 victory over the Nashville Predators on Saturday, scoring a goal less than two minutes after Tage Thompson in the second period. The win marks the sixth consecutive victory for the Sabres, who have now earned a point in 13 of their last 15 games.
Tage Thompson extended his career-best point streak to 10 games by scoring in the Buffalo Sabres' 3-2 victory over the Nashville Predators on Saturday. During this 10-game stretch, Thompson has recorded six goals and five assists. His second-period goal was part of a quick offensive burst that helped Buffalo secure its sixth consecutive win.
Alex Lyon earned his second consecutive victory, making 23 saves in a 3-2 win over the Nashville Predators on Saturday. Lyon, who entered the contest on a two-game winning streak, helped the Sabres secure their sixth straight victory and maintain a point in 13 of their last 15 games. On the season, he holds a 16-8-3 record with a 2.66 GAA and a .914 save percentage across 29 appearances.
Justin Brazeau recorded an assist on the opening goal of the game in the Pittsburgh Penguins' 4-3 shootout loss to the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday. Brazeau, who has been tasked with helping fill the offensive void left by the absences of Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin, saw his role adjusted throughout the game, eventually skating on a line with Anthony Mantha and Ben Kindel.
Sidney Crosby remains out of the Pittsburgh Penguins' lineup due to an injury. The team continues to navigate a challenging stretch without their captain, having posted a 2-2-2 record in the six games following the Olympic break. The Penguins are currently struggling to produce 5v5 goals from their forward group in his absence.
Shayne Gostisbehere is sidelined for Saturday's game against the Calgary Flames due to a lower-body injury. The injury is not expected to be long-term, and he remains a possibility for Tuesday's game against Pittsburgh. Gostisbehere has been productive this season, tallying 11 goals and 43 points in 45 games for the Hurricanes.
Brandon Bussi gets the start in goal for the Carolina Hurricanes on the road against the Calgary Flames on Saturday. Bussi enters the contest on a nine-game winning streak, during which he has maintained a 2.22 GAA and a .901 save percentage. He takes over the crease one day after Frederik Andersen led the team to a 6-3 victory over the Edmonton Oilers.
Matthew Schaefer has become a primary factor in the New York Islanders' ability to attract talent, with newly acquired Brayden Schenn citing the defenseman's 'world-class' and 'elite' reputation as a key reason for waiving his no-trade clause. Schaefer continues to take the league by storm, earning praise for his dynamic play and character. His presence is shifting the franchise's profile, helping the team compete for a playoff spot.
Connor Bedard received high praise from new teammate Andrew Mangiapane, who joined the Chicago Blackhawks lineup on Friday. Mangiapane, who previously played with Bedard at the World Championship, noted that the young superstar has matured significantly and remains a special talent in the NHL.
