Ovechkin Scores Empty-Netter in Capitals' 3-1 Win
Alex Ovechkin scored an empty-net goal for the Washington Capitals in their 3-1 victory over the Calgary Flames on Friday night, helping to end a four-game losing streak for the team.
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Friday, January 23
Frost Scores Power-Play Goal in Flames' 3-1 Loss
Morgan Frost scored a power-play goal for the Calgary Flames in their 3-1 loss to the Washington Capitals on Friday night. He beat Logan Thompson with a wrist shot below the goalie’s outstretched stick at 6:09 of the first period.
Thompson Makes 25 Saves in Hometown Win, Ends Personal Skid
Logan Thompson, starting in his hometown of Calgary, made 25 saves to lead the Washington Capitals to a 3-1 victory over the Flames on Friday night, ending the team's four-game losing streak. This performance also snapped Thompson's personal three-game losing skid, during which he had allowed 10 goals on 80 shots. He allowed one goal to Morgan Frost in the first period.
Cooley Stops 35 Shots in Flames' 3-1 Loss to Capitals
Devin Cooley started Friday's home game against the Washington Capitals, stopping 35 shots in the Calgary Flames' 3-1 loss. This start continued the timeshare between netminders. Prior to this game, Cooley had been performing well in his last three starts, posting a 2-0-1 record with an impressive 1.33 GAA and a .952 save percentage. He denied a lacrosse-style wraparound attempt in the third period, but allowed goals to Protas and Lapierre.
James Scores Shootout Winner, Lifts Lightning to 15th Unbeaten Game
Dominic James scored in the fifth round of a shootout to lift the Tampa Bay Lightning to a 2-1 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Friday night. This crucial goal extended the Lightning's impressive streak to 15 straight games without a regulation loss. James slipped the winner past Arvid Soderblom after Gage Goncalves scored in the fourth round to keep Tampa Bay alive in the tiebreaker.
Kucherov Scores 25th Goal, Shootout Winner in Lightning Victory
Nikita Kucherov tied the game at 1-1 late in the second period with his 25th goal of the season and also scored in the shootout, as the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Chicago Blackhawks 2-1 on Friday night. He cut through the slot, taking Brandon Hagel's pass on his forehand and lifting in a backhander. The Lightning extended their impressive regulation unbeaten streak to 15 games (14-0-1).
Brink Scores in Flyers' Resounding 7-3 Win
Bobby Brink scored a goal for the Philadelphia Flyers in their resounding 7-3 road victory over NHL-leading Colorado on Friday night. His contribution helped the Flyers secure a significant win against the NHL's top team.
Barkey Scores in Flyers' Dominant 7-3 Victory
Denver Barkey scored a goal for the Philadelphia Flyers in their dominant 7-3 road victory over NHL-leading Colorado on Friday night. His contribution helped the Flyers secure a significant win against the NHL's top team.
Michkov Nets Two Goals, Assist in Flyers' 7-3 Win
Matvei Michkov scored two goals and an assist for the Philadelphia Flyers in their dominant 7-3 road victory over NHL-leading Colorado on Friday night. He deflected Emile Andrae’s shot over Mackenzie Blackwood’s shoulder 1:04 into the third period, contributing significantly to the Flyers' win.
Tippett Explodes for Hat Trick, Assist in Flyers' 7-3 Rout
Owen Tippett recorded his second career hat trick and an assist for the Philadelphia Flyers in their dominant 7-3 road victory over NHL-leading Colorado on Friday night. He opened the scoring in the first period and struck twice in the third, including a short-handed breakaway goal with 9:36 left, pushing his season goals total to 18. Tippett gave the Flyers a 4-3 lead 56 seconds into the third period.
Ersson Makes 32 Saves in Flyers' 7-3 Rout of Avalanche
Samuel Ersson started his sixth consecutive game for the Philadelphia Flyers on Friday, making 32 saves in a dominant 7-3 road victory over NHL-leading Colorado. This win improved his record in his last six appearances to 2-2-1, with a 3.60 GAA and .859 save percentage. Despite his recent workload, the impending return of Dan Vladar (lower body) is expected to relegate the 26-year-old to a backup role.
Duchene Scores Power-Play Goal in Stars' 3-2 Win
Matt Duchene scored a power-play goal for the Dallas Stars in their 3-2 victory over the St. Louis Blues on Friday night. He answered a Blues goal 3 1/2 minutes later in the second period with Dallas' second power-play goal, contributing to the team's win.
Robertson Scores 30th Goal with Minute Left to Lift Stars
Jason Robertson scored his 30th goal of the season with one minute to play, lifting the Dallas Stars to a 3-2 victory over the St. Louis Blues on Friday night. He lifted the puck in from the right circle four seconds after Roope Hintz won a faceoff. Robertson is now tied with Edmonton’s Connor McDavid for second in the NHL in goals scored.
Hintz Wins Key Faceoff for Stars' Game-Winning Goal
Roope Hintz won a crucial faceoff for the Dallas Stars, setting up Jason Robertson's 30th goal of the season with just one minute remaining in their 3-2 victory over the St. Louis Blues on Friday night. His contribution was instrumental in securing the win for the Stars.
Johnston Leads Stars with Power-Play Goal, Assist
Wyatt Johnston scored a power-play goal and added an assist for the Dallas Stars in their 3-2 victory over the St. Louis Blues on Friday night. His rebound score gave the Stars a 1-0 lead 5:41 into the first period. His 17th power-play goal is the most in the NHL this season and is one short of Mike Modano’s Dallas record.
Soderblom Shines with 30 Saves in Blackhawks' Shootout Loss
Arvid Soderblom started in goal for the Blackhawks against the Lightning on Friday, making 30 saves in the 2-1 shootout loss. Despite the defeat, his performance was praised by teammates, keeping Chicago in the game despite being heavily outshot. This was his first start in the second half of a back-to-back. Soderblom holds a 2-4-0 record over his last seven games, having allowed 29 goals in that span. He was ultimately beaten by Dominic James in the fifth round of the shootout.
Bowman Scores in Golden Knights' 6-3 Victory
Braeden Bowman scored a goal for the Vegas Golden Knights in their 6-3 victory over the Maple Leafs on Friday night. His contribution helped the Golden Knights secure a win in Mitch Marner's emotional return to Toronto.
Kolesar Scores in Golden Knights' 6-3 Win Over Maple Leafs
Keegan Kolesar scored a goal for the Vegas Golden Knights in their 6-3 victory over the Maple Leafs on Friday night. His contribution helped the Golden Knights secure a win in Mitch Marner's emotional return to Toronto.
Stone Leads Golden Knights with Two Goals, Assist in 6-3 Win
Mark Stone had two goals and an assist for the Vegas Golden Knights in their 6-3 victory over the Maple Leafs on Friday night. Stone, the Vegas captain, contributed significantly to the win during Mitch Marner's emotional return to Toronto, noting the atmosphere hit the right notes.
Dorofeyev Scores in Golden Knights' 6-3 Victory
Pavel Dorofeyev scored a goal for the Vegas Golden Knights in their 6-3 victory over the Maple Leafs on Friday night. His contribution helped the Golden Knights secure a win in Mitch Marner's emotional return to Toronto.