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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.
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.
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.
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.
Gabe Perreault is showing flashes of his offensive potential while playing in a top-six role for the New York Rangers. Teammate J.T. Miller praised Perreault's play without the puck and his ability to find good spots on the ice. Perreault is learning and absorbing information, with his play without the puck standing out. He is expected to continue improving.
Artemi Panarin scored a goal to extend his point streak to 10 games, but the New York Rangers fell to the Anaheim Ducks 5-3. Matthew Robertson and Vladislav Gavrikov also scored for the Rangers. Despite recent reports of potential trade talks, Panarin has been productive, recording three goals and two assists in his last two games. The Rangers struggled with turnovers, allowing the Ducks to build a lead.
Tony DeAngelo recorded a goal and an assist to help the New York Islanders secure a 4-3 victory over the Vancouver Canucks. Anthony Duclair scored twice, and Ryan Pulock netted the game-winner. DeAngelo's offensive contributions were key in extending the Canucks' losing streak to 11 games.
Ryan Pulock scored the game-winning goal with 4:02 remaining in the second period, helping the New York Islanders defeat the Vancouver Canucks 4-3. Anthony Duclair scored twice, and Tony DeAngelo added a goal and an assist for the Islanders. Pulock's goal put New York ahead for good.
Anthony Duclair scored twice, leading the New York Islanders to a 4-3 victory over the Vancouver Canucks, extending the Canucks' losing streak to 11 games. Tony DeAngelo had a goal and an assist, and Ryan Pulock scored the game-winner. Duclair has seven goals in his last seven games, a significant increase after scoring four in his first 38 appearances this season.
Mason McTavish scored a goal to help the Anaheim Ducks defeat the New York Rangers 5-3, extending their winning streak to four games. Alex Killorn broke a second-period tie, Jeffrey Viel scored his first goal of the season, and Cutter Gauthier added two goals. McTavish's goal contributed to Anaheim's victory.
Cutter Gauthier scored two goals, including an empty-netter, in the Anaheim Ducks' 5-3 win against the New York Rangers. Gauthier's goals brought his season total to 22. Alex Killorn broke a second-period tie, and Jeffrey Viel scored his first goal of the season. Mason McTavish also contributed a goal for the Ducks, who extended their winning streak to four games.
New Jersey Devils defenseman Luke Hughes sustained an undisclosed injury during Monday's 2-1 overtime win against the Flames and is expected to miss time. Head coach Sheldon Keefe confirmed Hughes will not be available for the remainder of the Devils' road trip, which concludes Sunday in Seattle, and requires further evaluation. NHL Insider Frank Seravalli reported an initial assessment suggests a dislocated shoulder, though this has not been officially confirmed by the team. Hughes was injured in the second period and did not return to the game.
Jonathan Toews received a rousing ovation in his emotional return to Chicago as a member of the Winnipeg Jets. However, the Blackhawks spoiled his homecoming with a 2-0 win. Spencer Knight made 32 saves for his third shutout of the season, while Jason Dickinson scored the game's first goal. Connor Bedard added an empty-netter, marking his first goal since returning from injury. Toews played his first game in Chicago since signing with Winnipeg, having previously spent 15 seasons with the Blackhawks.
Simon Nemec scored at 1:18 of overtime to give the New Jersey Devils a 2-1 victory over the Calgary Flames. Nemec took a backhand pass from Jack Hughes and scored from close range. Jacob Markstrom made 21 saves for the Devils, who rebounded from a previous loss. Dawson Mercer and Nazem Kadri scored in regulation.
Jason Dickinson scored the game's first goal, which proved to be the game-winner, in the Chicago Blackhawks' 2-0 victory over the Winnipeg Jets. Spencer Knight made 32 saves for his third shutout of the season. Connor Bedard added an empty-net goal. Dickinson's goal came in the second period, breaking a scoreless tie.
Connor Bedard scored an empty-net goal, his first since returning from a right shoulder injury, in the Chicago Blackhawks' 2-0 victory over the Winnipeg Jets. Spencer Knight made 32 saves for the shutout, and Jason Dickinson scored the game's first goal. The win snapped a three-game skid for the Blackhawks.
Spencer Knight made 32 saves to record his third shutout of the season, leading the Chicago Blackhawks to a 2-0 victory over the Winnipeg Jets and spoiling Jonathan Toews' emotional return to Chicago. Jason Dickinson scored the game's only regulation goal, and Connor Bedard added an empty-netter, his first goal since returning from injury. Knight's performance outdueled Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck.
Travis Konecny scored two goals, including the game-winner, to lead the Philadelphia Flyers to a 2-1 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights. The win snapped a six-game slide for the Flyers and ended Vegas' seven-game winning streak. Konecny has 17 goals this season. His short-handed goal in the third period secured the win.
Valeri Nichushkin was held out of the Colorado Avalanche's 5-2 victory over Washington as a precaution after being involved in a car accident on his way to the rink. Coach Jared Bednar confirmed Nichushkin suffered minor injuries but is expected to be OK. Alex Barre-Boulet was recalled to fill the roster spot. Nichushkin has recorded 11 goals and 27 points in 38 appearances this season. His status for Wednesday's game against Anaheim remains unknown.
Vladimir Tarasenko scored two goals in the Minnesota Wild's 6-3 win against the Toronto Maple Leafs. Marcus Foligno recorded a hat trick, and Ryan Hartman added a goal and an assist. Kirill Kaprizov, Quinn Hughes, and Brock Faber each contributed two assists.
