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Tuesday, February 3

Anthony Cirelli ruled out for Olympics and Lightning games due to injury

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Anthony Cirelli (undisclosed injury) has been ruled out for the Tampa Bay Lightning's final two games before the Olympic break and will not participate in the 2026 Winter Olympics. He suffered the injury in Sunday's 6-5 shootout win over Boston after being hit by Mark Kastelic. It remains unclear if he will return after the break. Sam Bennett has been named as his Olympic injury replacement on Team Canada. The Lightning were without Cirelli in their recent game against Buffalo.

Filip Chytil exits game with migraines, unlikely to play before Olympic break

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Vancouver Canucks winger Filip Chytil left Monday night's game against the Utah Mammoth after the second period due to recurring migraines, which had flared up in recent games. Head Coach Adam Foote stated Chytil is unlikely to play in Vancouver's final game before the Olympic break. Chytil, who only played 7:36, recently returned after missing three months with a head injury. In six games since his return, he has recorded zero points and nine shots on goal, raising concerns about his health.

Flyers GM Briere reaffirms commitment to Matvei Michkov amid development concerns

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Flyers GM Danny Briere addressed concerns regarding Matvei Michkov's development and conditioning, stating unequivocally that Michkov is "not going anywhere" and will be a "good player here for a long time." Briere emphasized that the 21-year-old winger's current struggles with scoring and ice time are part of a necessary learning process. Michkov recorded an excellent read and pass for a secondary assist on Owen Tippett's goal, finishing the game with 15:54 minutes after a season-low 10:21 in his previous outing, showing flashes of his potential.

Artemi Panarin Trade Nears: Rangers Star's Destinations Crystalize

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Rangers star Artemi Panarin (34, 57 pts in 52 games) is subject to intensifying trade talks, with a deal expected Wednesday before the Olympic roster freeze. Sidelined for 'roster management' and holding a no-movement clause, Panarin has narrowed his potential destinations to Florida, Tampa Bay (extension), Carolina, Los Angeles (cap flexibility), San Jose, Washington (assets), and the Detroit Red Wings, who are reportedly considering a $50M deal to accelerate their rebuild. A trade is highly anticipated.

John Marino Records Three Assists, Plus-4 Rating in Mammoth Victory

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John Marino notched an impressive three assists and a plus-4 rating in the Utah Mammoth's 6-2 win over the Canucks on Monday. This performance brings his total to four helpers in the last two contests, successfully ending a five-game slump. The 28-year-old defenseman is playing top-four minutes and has achieved a career-high 28 points (four goals, 24 assists) this season, alongside 44 shots, 51 blocked shots, and a plus-37 rating over 56 appearances.

Mikheyev Dominates with Four-Point Performance Against Sharks

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Ilya Mikheyev delivered a standout performance, scoring a goal and adding three assists in Monday's 6-3 victory over the San Jose Sharks. His contributions were key to Chicago's third line, which combined for three goals and 10 points. Mikheyev has found a strong rhythm recently, accumulating three goals and nine points in his last eight games, bringing his season totals to 11 goals and 23 points through 51 contests.

Donato Erupts for Four Points in Blackhawks' Win Over San Jose

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Ryan Donato had a breakout night, tallying two goals and two assists in Monday's 6-3 win against the San Jose Sharks. This marked his first multi-point performance since January 1st. While a significant regression from his career-high 31 goals and 62 points last season, Donato's four-point effort brings his season totals to 13 goals and 25 points through 56 games.

Ingram to Start Against Maple Leafs; Continues Timeshare Role

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Connor Ingram is slated to start in goal for the Edmonton Oilers against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday. He concluded January with a solid 4-1-1 record, a 2.14 GAA, and a .913 save percentage across eight appearances. Following the Oilers placing Calvin Pickard on waivers, Ingram is expected to continue sharing the crease with Tristan Jarry. He faces a favorable matchup against a Toronto team playing on the second night of a back-to-back.

Stamkos Scores Game-Winner, Caps Predators' 5-1 Comeback with Two Goals

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Steven Stamkos scored two goals, including the game-winner, in Monday's 6-5 victory over St. Louis. His back-to-back tallies midway through the third period completed a stunning comeback after the Predators were down 5-1. The 35-year-old is showing he still has plenty left in the tank after a tough 2024-25 season, and over the last 11 games he's erupted for nine goals and 13 points, demonstrating significant offensive prowess.

O'Reilly Nets Two Goals, Including Power-Play Marker, in Predators' Comeback Win

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Ryan O'Reilly scored two goals, one on the power play, in Monday's 6-5 win over the Blues. The veteran center opened the scoring for Nashville and found the back of the net again early in the third period as the Predators rallied from a 5-1 deficit. This marks his third multi-goal performance in the last nine games, contributing to a surge of seven goals and 14 points. He has now reached 20 goals for the third straight season and the 10th time in his career.

Evangelista Records Three Assists, Fuels Predators' Third-Period Comeback

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Luke Evangelista recorded three assists in Monday's 6-5 comeback victory over the Blues. The 23-year-old winger played a big part in a remarkable comeback win, having a hand in all three Nashville goals during the third period. Evangelista is already up to a career-high 41 points (seven goals, 34 assists) on the season through 54 games, and he's been even hotter of late, producing a goal and 10 points over the last nine contests.

Josi Dazzles with Four Assists, Powers Predators' Epic 5-1 Comeback Victory

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Roman Josi collected a season-high four assists, including one on the power play, in Monday's 6-5 comeback win over the Blues. Josi played a crucial role in sparking the Predators' rally from a 5-1 deficit early in the second period. The veteran blueliner has delivered six multi-point performances in the last 11 games, a scoring surge in which he's piled up five goals and 19 points, including two goals and seven assists with the man advantage.

Jack Hughes (Lower Body) Out for Tuesday's Game Against Columbus

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Jack Hughes (lower body) will not be in the lineup versus Columbus on Tuesday, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports. Hughes remains hopeful of playing in Thursday's clash with the Islanders, which would be a nice tune-up ahead of his participation in the 2026 Winter Olympics with Team USA. If Hughes does play against the Blue Jackets, he figures to reclaim his spot on the first line and No. 1 power-play unit.

Kyrou Delivers Three Assists, Including Power-Play Helper, in Blues' Loss

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Jordan Kyrou notched three assists, one on the power play, in Monday's 6-5 loss to Nashville. The Blues' second line of Kyrou, Pavel Buchnevich and Jake Neighbours drove the offense early, amassing three goals and nine points between them as the visitors built up a 5-1 lead that somehow evaporated late. Kyrou has produced two three-point performances in the last three games, and over the last 11 contests the 27-year-old winger has broken out for four goals and 13 points, including one goal and five assists on the power play.

Neighbours Returns from Injury with Three Points in Blues' Loss

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Jake Neighbours scored a goal and added two assists, one on the power play, in Monday's 6-5 loss to the Predators. After missing the prior game due to an upper-body injury, the 23-year-old winger opened the scoring early in the first period by re-directing a pass from Justin Faulk, spurring the Blues to a 5-1 lead that somehow evaporated late. It was Neighbours' first three-point performance of the season, and over the last 10 contests he's collected four goals and eight points.

Buchnevich Scores Two Goals, Adds Assist in Blues' 5-1 Lead Collapse

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Pavel Buchnevich scored two goals, one on the power play, and added an even-strength assist in Monday's 6-5 loss to the Predators. The veteran was part of three straight tallies for the Blues between the late first and early second periods as they built a 5-1 lead, before the home side put together a remarkable rally. Buchnevich has caught fire over the last couple weeks, racking up three goals and eight points in the last six games, including one goal and three assists with the man advantage.

Marchenko Sidelined by Illness, Misses Tuesday's Game vs. Devils

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Kirill Marchenko (illness) will not play against the Devils on Tuesday, ending his four-game point streak. The Columbus Blue Jackets winger is sidelined due to an illness, as reported by Jeff Svoboda. The team hopes to have Marchenko available for Wednesday's game against the Blackhawks. In his absence, Isac Lundestrom will step into a first-line role for Tuesday's tilt. Marchenko's absence is a blow to the Jackets' offense, but his potential return Wednesday offers a quick turnaround.

Hughes Delivers Hat Trick of Assists, Eclipses 50-Assist Mark

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Quinn Hughes recorded three assists and six shots on net in Minnesota's 4-3 overtime win against the Canadiens on Monday. He assisted on the final three goals, including the primary pass for Kirill Kaprizov's game-winner. This performance pushed Hughes past the 50-assist mark for the season, ranking him sixth in the NHL and first among defensemen. The 26-year-old blueliner is on track for his fifth consecutive 60-plus assist campaign and is currently on a nine-game point streak with 14 points, strengthening his Norris Trophy candidacy.

Kirill Kaprizov Scores Two Goals, Including Overtime Game-Winner

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Kirill Kaprizov was the hero in Monday's 4-3 overtime win against the Canadiens, netting two goals, including the game-winner, and firing four shots. He put the Wild up 2-0 early before securing the OT victory. These tallies bring his season total to 32 goals and 69 points, along with 200 shots and 34 hits across 57 games. Since January 17, the 28-year-old superstar has been electric, recording seven goals and 17 points in nine games, with all seven goals coming in his last six contests. He ranks seventh in the NHL in points and is on track for a second 100-point season.

Nylander Steals Show with Three Points in Maple Leafs' Victory

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William Nylander delivered a dominant performance, being involved in every goal during the Toronto Maple Leafs' 4-2 win against the Calgary Flames. In his second game back from a groin injury that sidelined him for seven games, Nylander scored his 18th goal of the year and added two assists, extending his point streak against Calgary to 12 games. He was instrumental in setting up goals for Matias Maccelli and Troy Stecher, showcasing his return to full form.