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Tuesday, January 20

Stutzle Scores Early Goal, Adds Assist in Senators' Win

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Tim Stutzle scored in the first period and added an assist as the Ottawa Senators defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets 4-1 on Tuesday night. His goal, scored 2:29 after Columbus had tied the game, put Ottawa back in front. Stutzle took over a shift, circling the offensive zone with the puck before sprinting in to beat the starting goaltender five-hole, contributing to the Senators snapping the Blue Jackets’ four-game winning streak and their own two-game losing streak.

Greig Scores Goal, Adds Assist in Senators' 4-1 Victory

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Ridly Greig contributed a goal and an assist, scoring off the rush in the third period, as the Ottawa Senators defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets 4-1 on Tuesday night. His performance helped the Senators snap the Blue Jackets’ four-game winning streak and their own two-game losing streak. Greig's seventh goal of the season gave Ottawa some breathing room in the low-scoring affair, beating the backup goaltender with a backhander between the legs after a 3-on-2 rush.

Reimer Earns First Senators Win, Solidifying No. 1 Goalie Role

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James Reimer secured his first win for the Ottawa Senators, making 21 saves in a 4-1 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets. This follows his second consecutive start, where he is expected to serve as Ottawa's No. 1 goaltending option. Teammate Jake Sanderson praised Reimer's "awesome" and "very sharp" debut performance, noting his communication with the defense. Reimer, who signed with the team as a free agent on January 12, delivered timely saves, marking his first NHL victory in 279 days and helping the Senators collect eight of a possible ten points over their last five games.

Tyler Kleven Scores Early Goal as Senators Defeat Blue Jackets 4-1

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Tyler Kleven scored the opening goal for the Ottawa Senators at 3:34 of the first period, beating Elvis Merzlikins from the left circle on the team’s second shot of the game. His goal contributed to the Senators' 4-1 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Thursday night, which snapped the Blue Jackets’ four-game winning streak.

Thomas Chabot Records Two Assists in Senators' 4-1 Victory

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Thomas Chabot registered two assists for the Ottawa Senators in their 4-1 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Thursday night. His offensive contributions helped the Senators snap the Blue Jackets’ four-game winning streak and their own two-game losing streak.

Macklin Celebrini Held Scoreless in Sharks' Loss to Lightning

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San Jose Sharks player Macklin Celebrini was held scoreless in Tuesday night's 4-1 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning. Despite being tied for third in the league with 72 points, Celebrini was unable to contribute offensively in this particular game.

Drew Doughty Out Tuesday vs. Rangers Due to Illness

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Drew Doughty will miss Tuesday's game against the Rangers due to an illness. Jacob Moverare is expected to replace the 36-year-old defenseman in the lineup and may also see power-play time. Doughty's absence comes ahead of the Kings' next game on Saturday in St. Louis, providing him with several days to recover and get healthy before returning to action.

Duclair's Stick Change Ignites Scoring Surge with 7 Goals in 7 Games

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Anthony Duclair has found a red-hot scoring touch, netting seven goals in his last seven games for the New York Islanders after making a surprising change to his stick. Previously, he had only scored four times in the season's first 39 games and was a healthy scratch. Duclair, who had never changed his stick specifications since junior hockey, grabbed teammate Casey Cizikas' stick after practice and immediately felt his shot was "unbelievable." He has since ordered a shipment of sticks to Cizikas' specifications, with coach Patrick Roy noting his increased confidence and good positioning.

Merzlikins Exits Senators Game Early Due to Illness

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Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Elvis Merzlikins exited Tuesday's game against the Ottawa Senators early due to an illness and is questionable to return. He allowed two goals on seven shots in the first period before being replaced by Jet Greaves. Merzlikins is considered day-to-day ahead of Thursday's game versus the Stars. He was initially scheduled to make his third consecutive start, aiming for a third straight win after stopping 59 of 63 shots (.937 save percentage) in his last two outings against the Canucks and Penguins. However, he had previously been chased by the Senators on Dec. 11 after allowing three goals on five shots.

Perreault Finding Footing on Rangers' Top Line Amid Retool

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Gabe Perreault is finding his footing at the NHL level, returning to the New York Rangers' top line alongside Mika Zibanejad and J.T. Miller. While he did not record a point in Tuesday's 4-3 loss to the Kings, the 20-year-old rookie recently recorded the first multi-goal effort of his young career. With 3 goals and 4 assists through 17 games, Perreault is showing progress. Coach Mike Sullivan notes his quicker decision-making and improved foot speed, while J.T. Miller praised his play without the puck, stating he's learning a lot and being a sponge.

LaCombe Prevents Late Goal Against Rangers

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Jackson LaCombe of the Anaheim Ducks made a crucial defensive play, getting his stick in the way at the last second to prevent Gabe Perreault from scoring a potential game-tying goal in the final minutes of regulation during a recent game against the New York Rangers. Perreault was streaking toward the Ducks net and had flipped to his backhand before LaCombe's intervention. This play helped preserve the Ducks' lead in what was a one-goal game at the time.

Alex Lyon Returns from Injury, Starting Tuesday vs. Predators

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Buffalo Sabres goaltender Alex Lyon is set to return to the crease, starting Tuesday against the Predators after missing nine games due to a lower-body injury. Lyon had backed up Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen on Monday. Given Luukkonen's strong play in Lyon's absence, the Sabres' goaltending situation is expected to become a timeshare moving forward, as Lyon makes his anticipated return to action.

Jonathan Quick Starts Against Former Kings, Likely Final LA Appearance

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Jonathan Quick is slated to start for the New York Rangers against his former team, the Los Angeles Kings, on Tuesday night at Crypto.com Arena, in what is likely his final appearance in Los Angeles before retirement. Coach Mike Sullivan confirmed Quick's 16-year history with the Kings, where he won two Stanley Cups and holds numerous franchise records, influenced the decision. Quick, who turns 40 on Wednesday and recently made his 800th career start, has a 3.13 GAA and .887 SV% in 15 appearances this season. Despite recent struggles (0-4-1, .786 SV% since Jan 5), Sullivan lauded him as an "elite" and "first-ballot Hall of Famer."

Kiefer Sherwood Traded to Sharks, Leaves Canucks as Record-Holder

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Kiefer Sherwood has been traded from the Vancouver Canucks to the San Jose Sharks in exchange for two second-round picks and defenseman Cole Clayton. Sherwood, a fan-favorite and team leader in goals, is an unrestricted free agent at season's end. He set a new NHL single-season record with 460 hits in 2024-25, finishing his Canucks tenure with 36 goals, 27 assists, and 670 hits. Teammates praised his energy, leadership, and impact as a late bloomer. He previously scored his first NHL hat trick and received the Fred J. Hume "Unsung Hero" Award.

Mikko Rantanen Sidelined by Illness for Tuesday's Game

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Dallas Stars forward Mikko Rantanen will not play Tuesday against the Bruins due to an illness, as reported by Stars radio analyst Bruce LeVine. His absence is a significant blow to a lineup that has been struggling offensively. Rantanen has been a key contributor this season, recording 19 goals and 63 points in 48 appearances. His next opportunity to return to action is scheduled for Thursday in Columbus.

Vasilevskiy Confirmed to Start Tuesday vs. San Jose After 19-Save Win

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Andrei Vasilevskiy is confirmed to start in goal for the Tampa Bay Lightning against San Jose on Tuesday, as reported by Eduardo A. Encina. He is coming off a strong 19-save performance in Sunday's 4-1 victory over Dallas. For the 2025-26 season, Vasilevskiy boasts an impressive 20-7-3 record, a 2.22 GAA, a .915 save percentage, and one shutout through 30 appearances. San Jose, their upcoming opponent, currently ranks 16th in the league with 3.13 goals per game.

Wallstedt to Start Tuesday Against Montreal; Looks to Snap Losing Streak

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Jesper Wallstedt will defend the road net for the Minnesota Wild against Montreal on Tuesday, marking the second half of a back-to-back. The 23-year-old netminder has struggled in his last two outings, allowing 11 goals on 49 shots. This season, Wallstedt holds a 12-4-4 record with a 2.64 GAA, a .914 save percentage, and four shutouts through 20 appearances. Montreal's offense is formidable, ranking fourth in the league with 3.39 goals per game.

Askarov Guards Crease Tuesday for Sharks Against High-Scoring Tampa Bay

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Yaroslav Askarov will guard the road goal for the San Jose Sharks against Tampa Bay on Tuesday, following Alex Nedeljkovic's start in Monday's game. The 23-year-old Askarov has a 16-12-1 record this campaign, posting a 3.53 GAA and an .890 save percentage across 30 appearances. He faces a challenging matchup against Tampa Bay, which ranks second in the league this season with an average of 3.49 goals per game.

Martin Pospisil Rejoins Flames After Conditioning Stint, Olympic Bound

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Forward Martin Pospisil has rejoined the Calgary Flames following a brief conditioning assignment with the AHL's Calgary Wranglers. He had been sidelined since the preseason due to an injury sustained against the Vancouver Canucks and appeared in two AHL games for recovery. Pospisil is expected to make his regular-season debut as early as Wednesday against the Pittsburgh Penguins and will represent Slovakia at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Dryden Hunt was reassigned to the AHL to make roster room.

Travis Konecny Scores Two Goals, Leads Flyers to End Losing Skid

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Travis Konecny scored both goals in a 2-1 road victory over the Vegas Golden Knights, snapping the Flyers’ season-worst six-game skid. The 28-year-old winger scored his 11th shorthanded goal in the last four seasons and recorded his 11th multi-point effort this season, in which the Flyers are 10-1-0. With 17 goals and 26 assists in 47 games, Konecny is on pace for his second straight 70-plus point season and is driving the team's playoff push.