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Matty Beniers scored a goal for the Seattle Kraken, deflecting a shot by Vince Dunn during a five-on-three power play, helping his team to a 4-1 win over the New York Islanders on Wednesday night. The goal contributed to snapping the Kraken's four-game losing streak.
Philipp Grubauer, despite recent struggles (1-1-2, 3.20 GAA, .884 SV% in last four outings), started against the Islanders and delivered a strong performance. He made 24 saves and even recorded a secondary assist on Jared McCann's empty-net goal, helping the Seattle Kraken snap their four-game skid with a 4-1 victory over the New York Islanders on Wednesday night.
Yegor Chinakhov scored his seventh goal of the season, contributing to the Pittsburgh Penguins' 4-1 victory over the Calgary Flames on Wednesday night. His goal helped push Pittsburgh's lead to 2-0 in the second period.
Bryan Rust scored a goal on a wraparound early in the third period, contributing to the Pittsburgh Penguins' 4-1 victory over the Calgary Flames on Wednesday night. His timely goal helped restore Pittsburgh's two-goal advantage.
Evgeni Malkin recorded a goal and an assist, scoring his 11th goal of the season by deflecting a shot, as the Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the Calgary Flames 4-1 on Wednesday night. Malkin's line, featuring Chinakhov and Novak, was highlighted for its strong performance, exciting play, and growing offensive chemistry, contributing significantly to the Penguins' victory.
Stuart Skinner made his second consecutive start, stopping 18 shots to help the Pittsburgh Penguins secure a 4-1 road win over the Calgary Flames. This victory improved his record to 17-12-4 and marked his sixth win in seven starts, continuing a strong run where he previously posted a 5-1-0 record with a 1.67 GAA and a .931 save percentage. Skinner now holds a 6-2-1 career record against the Flames.
JJ Peterka scored an unassisted wrist shot goal for the Utah Mammoth in the second period, contributing to their rally from a three-goal deficit to defeat the Philadelphia Flyers 5-4 in overtime on Wednesday night. The goal helped put the Mammoth on the scoreboard.
Barrett Hayton scored a power-play goal for the Utah Mammoth with 7:13 left in the third period, setting the stage for their comeback from a three-goal deficit to ultimately win 5-4 in overtime against the Philadelphia Flyers. His goal was crucial in sparking the rally.
Lawson Crouse scored a goal for the Utah Mammoth, contributing to their impressive rally from a three-goal deficit to secure a 5-4 overtime victory against the Philadelphia Flyers on Wednesday night. His goal helped the Mammoth win their fourth straight game.
Clayton Keller scored two crucial goals, including an unassisted backhand shot with 34.2 seconds left to force overtime and the game-winner 2:01 into the extra frame, as the Utah Mammoth rallied from a three-goal deficit to beat the Philadelphia Flyers 5-4. Keller's heroics secured Utah's fourth straight win.
Ryan Shea, stepping into the lineup, looked more comfortable at 5v5 and contributed on the power play as the Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the Calgary Flames 4-1 on Wednesday night. His effort was part of an undermanned blueline's strong performance.
Penguins defenseman Kris Letang (upper body) was officially ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Calgary Flames, marking his first missed game of the season. While the injury's severity is not expected to be major, his brief appearance at morning skate and subsequent departure suggest he may also miss Thursday's game against Edmonton. Letang's absence led to Jack St. Ivany drawing into the lineup.
Los Angeles Kings prospect goaltender Carter George scored his second-career goalie goal in the OHL, firing the puck down the ice to secure a 4-2 lead for his Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds in their 5-2 victory over the London Knights. This marked George's fourth consecutive win since joining the Greyhounds on January 7th, during which he has posted an impressive .947 save percentage and 1.25 goals-against average.
Dylan Larkin scored the overtime game-winning goal against the Toronto Maple Leafs, securing a 2-1 victory for the Detroit Red Wings and completing a clean four-game season series sweep over their longtime rival. This was Larkin's third overtime game-winning goal of the season, contributing to the Red Wings' 8-2 record in OT and helping them improve to 31-16-4, tying for first place in the Atlantic Division.
Buffalo Sabres forward Josh Doan has signed a significant seven-year, $48.65 million contract extension, securing him through the 2032-33 season with an AAV of $6.95 million. The 23-year-old, acquired from Utah, is in the midst of a breakout season, having recorded 15 goals and 35 points in 49 games, and currently leads the NHL with 35 takeaways. This marks the first major signing under newly promoted GM Jarmo Kekalainen, rewarding Doan's significant impact and development in Buffalo as he was nearing restricted free agency.
Calgary Flames forward Jonathan Huberdeau (undisclosed) will miss Wednesday's game against the Pittsburgh Penguins. The reason for his absence was not immediately disclosed. This marks his first missed game since the start of the season when he sat out five contests due to a similar undisclosed injury. Huberdeau is currently in an eight-game point drought, which will continue until his return.
Anaheim Ducks center Mason McTavish (upper body) has been announced as a late scratch for Wednesday's game against the Colorado Avalanche. His absence further depletes the Ducks' center depth, as he joins Leo Carlsson (thigh) on the sidelines. Jansen Harkins is expected to draw into the lineup, with Ryan Poehling potentially seeing an increased role to cover McTavish's minutes.
Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Connor Murphy is generating significant trade chatter as the 2026 NHL trade deadline approaches. Identified as a top trade candidate, potential landing spots include the Boston Bruins, Dallas Stars, and Toronto Maple Leafs, all of whom are reportedly looking to bolster their blueline with a veteran right-shot defenseman capable of handling substantial minutes.
Karel Vejmelka is confirmed to start in goal for the UTA Mammoth against the Flyers on Wednesday. The 29-year-old netminder has been in stellar form, winning his last six outings while allowing just 10 goals on 153 shots during that impressive streak. He will face a struggling Flyers team that has managed only 13 goals over their last six games, securing just one victory in that span.
Defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson exited Wednesday's game against the Red Wings due to a lower-body injury and did not return after being hurt midway through the first period. The 34-year-old is currently considered day-to-day. If he is forced to miss additional time, Philippe Myers or Matt Benning are potential candidates to fill his spot in the lineup.
