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Tuesday, January 20

Gibson Named Red Wings' Starter Wednesday, Aims for 7th Straight Win

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John Gibson has been named the Detroit Red Wings' starting goaltender for Wednesday's road game against the Maple Leafs. The 32-year-old netminder will look to extend his win streak to seven games, which would be his second-longest of the season. Gibson currently holds a 19-9-1 record with a 2.74 GAA and a .902 save percentage across 30 appearances this season. He has a chance to surpass his 2017-18 career-high of 31 wins. He will face the Maple Leafs, who rank sixth in the NHL with 3.37 goals per game.

Saros Starts Tuesday vs. Sabres, Riding Back-to-Back Wins

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Juuse Saros will start in goal for the Nashville Predators at home against the Sabres on Tuesday. The Finnish netminder is coming off back-to-back wins against high-scoring opponents (Oilers, Avalanche), making 68 saves on 74 shots in those victories. After a 7-9-3 start with a 3.08 GAA, Saros has improved to a 12-6-0 record with a .908 save percentage since December, helping the Predators re-enter the playoff conversation. He faces a Sabres team that has scored 18 goals in their last five games.

Roope Hintz Expected to Record a Point Against Bruins

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Roope Hintz is predicted to record at least one point in tonight's game against the Boston Bruins, aiming to get back on track after two scoreless games. Hintz is having another strong season, on pace for his fifth consecutive year of 65+ points, and has hit the scoresheet in 61% of his appearances. He has points in 18 of 25 games against teams ranking 15th or worse in points allowed to opposing centers and has recorded points in three consecutive games against Boston.

Swayman Tends Goal in Six-Game Bruins Win Streak

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Jeremy Swayman is set to start in net for the Boston Bruins against the Dallas Stars on Tuesday. The 27-year-old goalie has been instrumental in the Bruins' current six-game winning streak, securing three wins himself with a 1.34 GAA and .951 save percentage. The Stars, despite averaging 3.27 goals per game, have struggled offensively, losing three straight games with only one goal scored in each. This matchup offers Swayman an opportunity to continue his strong performance.

Reid Schaefer Reassigned to AHL Milwaukee Admirals After NHL Stint

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Forward Reid Schaefer has been reassigned to the Milwaukee Admirals after playing 25 games with the Nashville Predators. Schaefer made his NHL debut on November 28, scoring his first NHL goal and recording his first fight on December 2 against the Calgary Flames. In his first professional stint, he registered four goals and two assists for six points with a minus-9 rating. Prior to his call-up, Schaefer had 14 points (four goals, 10 assists) in 15 AHL games.

Knight Records Third Shutout, Dominates Jets with 32 Saves

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Spencer Knight recorded his third shutout of the season, saving all 32 shots in Monday's 2-0 win over the Jets. The 24-year-old dominated the contest, outplaying reigning Hart and Vezina Trophy winner Connor Hellebuyck. With this victory, Knight's record improves to 14-13-6, boasting a 2.53 GAA and a .913 save percentage through 33 appearances. Despite the Blackhawks' team struggles, Knight is tied for fourth in shutouts and ranks in the top 10 in save percentage among goalies with double-digit appearances, helping Chicago momentarily climb out of last place in the Central Division. His next game is Thursday in Carolina.

Dobes Defends Home Ice Amidst Roster Competition

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Jakub Dobes is scheduled to start in net for the Montreal Canadiens at home against the Minnesota Wild on Tuesday. This start provides Dobes an opportunity to extend his win streak to three games, despite allowing eight goals in his last two outings. His season record stands at 14-5-3 with a 3.01 GAA and .880 save percentage. With Jacob Fowler recently reassigned to the AHL, Dobes faces pressure to perform and solidify his NHL role against a Wild team that averages 3.16 goals per game.

Oettinger Seeks to Reverse Recent Struggles at Home

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Jake Oettinger will be the starting goaltender for the Dallas Stars on Tuesday when they host the Boston Bruins. Oettinger has struggled recently, winning only one of his last seven starts and posting a 1-4-2 record with a 3.42 GAA. If the 27-year-old netminder cannot improve his performance soon, he risks missing the 30-win mark for the first time since his rookie season in 2020-21.

Kirby Dach Activated Off Long-Term Injured Reserve

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Kirby Dach has been activated off long-term injured reserve by the Montreal Canadiens, returning to action after a 31-game absence due to a foot injury. He is expected to slot into a top-six role and contribute on the power play, marking his first game since November 15th.

Spencer Martin Stops 21 Shots in Rangers' Loss to Ducks

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Spencer Martin stopped 21 of 25 shots in the New York Rangers' 5-3 loss to the Anaheim Ducks on Monday night, marking the first game of a back-to-back set. Martin, who signed a two-year contract in November, made his Rangers debut in relief in Boston and earned his first victory with the Blueshirts in a 25-save performance against Philadelphia. He currently holds an .852 save percentage and a 4.16 GAA with the Rangers.

Oliver Kapanen Expected to Pepper Net vs. Wild

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Montreal Canadiens center Oliver Kapanen is predicted to take multiple shots against the Minnesota Wild. Kapanen has averaged over two shots in six of his last eight games, and the Canadiens face a Wild team playing on back-to-back nights with key injuries.

Connor Dewar Scores Twice in Penguins' Victory

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Connor Dewar netted two goals, including a shorthanded marker, in the Pittsburgh Penguins' 6-3 win over the Kraken. This performance continues Dewar's strong January, where he has accumulated five goals and seven points in 10 games. His 11 goals this season through 48 contests tie his previous career high.

Anthony Stolarz Begins Conditioning Assignment

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Anthony Stolarz has been sent to AHL Toronto on a conditioning assignment as he recovers from an upper-body injury. The goaltender has been sidelined since November 11th. This move suggests he will likely miss the Maple Leafs' next two games, with the Marlies playing on Friday. Upon clearing, Stolarz is expected to share the workload with Joseph Woll.

MacKinnon Reaches 1,100 Career Points Milestone

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Nathan MacKinnon achieved a significant career milestone, reaching 1,100 points in the Colorado Avalanche's 5-2 victory over the Capitals. He scored two goals, one on the power play, and added an even-strength assist. MacKinnon is now the second player in franchise history to hit this mark, trailing only Joe Sakic. He is currently tied with Connor McDavid for the NHL lead in points with 85.

Patrick Kane Linked to Red Wings Trade Speculation

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NHL Insiders Jeff Marek and Pierre McGuire have speculated that the Detroit Red Wings could be a landing spot for New York Rangers forward Artemi Panarin, a former teammate of Patrick Kane. Kane is reportedly enjoying his current season with the Red Wings, who are in a strong position in the Atlantic Division.

Crosby Reaches 1,400 Games, Climbs All-Time Lists

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Sidney Crosby celebrated his 1,400th career game by recording his 1,742nd point with an assist on Rickard Rakell's goal in a 6-3 win over Seattle. This milestone moves him past Ron Francis for fifth all-time in combined regular-season and playoff points. Crosby also tied Mario Lemieux for eighth in road points and surpassed Gordie Howe in multi-point games.

Rakell Scores in Crosby's 1,400th Game

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Rickard Rakell scored a third-period goal assisted by Sidney Crosby during Crosby's historic 1,400th career game. The Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the Seattle Kraken 6-3. This assist was Crosby's 1,742nd career point, moving him past Ron Francis on the all-time points list.

Monday, January 19

Ducks' Troy Terry Day-to-Day with Upper Body Injury, Road Trip Return Possible

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Anaheim Ducks forward Troy Terry (upper body) has been classified as day-to-day by head coach Joel Quenneville, who indicated Terry could return during the team's upcoming road trip. The trip commences Wednesday in Colorado and concludes Jan. 29 in Vancouver. Terry was placed on injured reserve Friday and has missed six consecutive games. In 43 appearances this season (2025-26), the 28-year-old has recorded 13 goals, 42 points (nine on the power play), 103 shots on net, and a plus-6 rating.

Killorn Breaks Tie in Ducks' 5-3 Victory Over Rangers

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Alex Killorn broke a second-period tie with a goal that helped the Anaheim Ducks defeat the New York Rangers 5-3. Jeffrey Viel scored his first goal of the season, and Cutter Gauthier added two goals. Mason McTavish also scored for the Ducks, who extended their winning streak to four games. Killorn's goal gave Anaheim a 3-2 lead late in the second period.

Viel Scores First Goal of Season in Ducks' 5-3 Win Over Rangers

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Jeffrey Viel scored his first goal of the season, contributing to the Anaheim Ducks' 5-3 victory over the New York Rangers. Alex Killorn broke a second-period tie, and Cutter Gauthier scored twice. Mason McTavish also added a goal. Viel's goal tied the game at 2-2 in the second period. He was acquired from Boston on Friday for a 2026 fourth-round pick.