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Sunday, January 18

Golden Knights Acquire Rasmus Andersson from Flames; Calgary Retains 50%

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Defenseman Rasmus Andersson, 29, was traded to the Vegas Golden Knights from the Calgary Flames on Sunday. The Flames will retain 50% of his salary. The return to Calgary includes Zach Whitecloud, Abram Wiebe, a 2027 first-round pick, and a conditional 2028 second-round pick. Andersson, who is in the final year of his contract and will be a UFA this summer, has recorded 10 goals and 20 assists in 48 games this season. Vegas acquired the top-four defenseman to bolster their roster for a deep playoff run, though no contract extension is currently in place.

Zach Whitecloud Traded to Flames in Rasmus Andersson Deal

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Defenseman Zach Whitecloud, 28, was traded to the Calgary Flames from the Vegas Golden Knights on Sunday as part of the Rasmus Andersson deal. The Flames also received defensive prospect Abram Wiebe, a conditional 2027 first-round pick, and a conditional 2028 second-round pick. Whitecloud, who has two years remaining on his $16.5 million contract, recorded 2 goals, 5 assists, 73 hits, and 63 blocked shots in 47 appearances this season. He is expected to secure a prominent role with the Flames.

Axel Sandin-Pellikka Nets Power-Play Goal in Red Wings' Victory

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Axel Sandin-Pellikka scored a power-play goal from the point for the Detroit Red Wings in their 4-3 overtime win against the Ottawa Senators on Sunday. His goal helped the Red Wings overcome a two-goal deficit.

James van Riemsdyk Scores Power-Play Goal in Red Wings' Win

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James van Riemsdyk contributed a power-play goal for the Detroit Red Wings in their 4-3 overtime victory against the Ottawa Senators on Sunday. His goal, scored with nifty stick work off a rebound, helped Detroit secure the win.

Alex DeBrincat Scores Overtime Winner for Red Wings

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Alex DeBrincat scored just 36 seconds into overtime, securing a 4-3 victory for the surging Detroit Red Wings over the Ottawa Senators on Sunday. This marked DeBrincat's team-high 26th goal of the season, extending Detroit's winning streak.

Lucas Raymond Scores in Red Wings' Overtime Victory

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Lucas Raymond scored a goal for the Detroit Red Wings in their 4-3 overtime victory against the Ottawa Senators on Sunday. Raymond's second-period goal tied the game at 2-2, contributing to Detroit's surging performance.

Patrick Kane Nears Modano's Record with Assist in Red Wings' OT Win

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Detroit Red Wings forward Patrick Kane, 37, recorded an assist in Sunday's 4-3 overtime win against the Ottawa Senators, bringing him within two points of Mike Modano's record for career points by a U.S.-born player (1,374). Kane, who was honored before the game for joining the 500-goal club, has been productive this season with 28 points in 34 games and was projected to have a strong offensive outing against the Senators.

James Reimer Makes Senators Debut, Stops 30 Shots in OT Loss

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Veteran goaltender James Reimer, 37, made his Ottawa Senators debut Sunday, stopping 30 shots in a 4-3 overtime loss to the Detroit Red Wings. Despite a solid performance, the Senators blew a two-goal lead. This marked Reimer's first NHL regular-season start in nine months, following a 2024-25 season where he posted a 10-10-2 record with a 3.04 GAA and .896 SV% across 24 appearances for Anaheim and Buffalo.

Kiefer Sherwood Trade Draws Analysis as NHL Season Kicks Off

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The NHL trade season has officially commenced, with a significant focus on the recent Kiefer Sherwood swap. Analysts are currently evaluating the performance of general managers involved in the transaction, providing detailed grades on who emerged favorably from the deal. This analysis is part of a broader review of all major trades as the hockey season progresses, offering insights into the strategic moves made by teams and their potential impact on the standings.

Frank Nazar Returns to Blackhawks Practice, Targets Thursday Return

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Blackhawks forward Frank Nazar, 22, returned to practice Sunday after being sidelined since December 20 with a puck-to-face injury. He expressed excitement to be back on the ice, with coach Jeff Blashill indicating he won't play Monday but could rejoin the lineup as early as Thursday against Carolina. Nazar has recorded 6 goals and 15 assists in 33 games this season and signed a 7-year, $46.2 million extension in August.

Elias Pettersson Recalled by Canucks from AHL

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Defenseman Elias Pettersson has been recalled by the Vancouver Canucks from their AHL affiliate, the Abbotsford Canucks. Pettersson was recently assigned to the AHL on January 11, where he played two games without recording a point. This season, he has appeared in 38 NHL games, tallying six points.

Ilya Sorokin Set to Start Monday Against Vancouver

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Ilya Sorokin is slated to defend the road crease against Vancouver on Monday. He has been stellar since returning from a lower-body injury, going 3-1-0 with a 2.02 GAA and .942 save percentage over his last four starts, a stretch that includes a pair of shutout wins. Sorokin made a home start against the Canucks on Dec. 19, turning aside 27 of 30 shots in a 4-1 loss.

Rookie Dominic James Scores Goal and Assist in Lightning Victory

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Rookie Dominic James contributed a goal and an assist for the Tampa Bay Lightning in their 4-1 victory over the Dallas Stars on Sunday. Two of James' four goals this season have come in his last seven games, highlighting his recent offensive contributions.

Pontus Holmberg Seals Lightning Win with Empty-Net Goal

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Pontus Holmberg added a late empty-net goal for the Tampa Bay Lightning, securing their 4-1 victory over the Dallas Stars on Sunday. His goal helped solidify the win and extend the team's impressive point streak.

Brandon Hagel Scores Game-Winning Goal for Lightning

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Brandon Hagel scored the tiebreaking goal midway through the second period, which ultimately proved to be the game-winner, in the Tampa Bay Lightning's 4-1 victory over the Dallas Stars on Sunday. This marks Hagel's sixth winning goal of the season, tying him for second in the NHL.

Jake Guentzel Records Goal and Assist in Lightning Win

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Jake Guentzel contributed a goal and an assist for the Tampa Bay Lightning in their 4-1 victory over the Dallas Stars on Sunday. His multi-point performance helped the Lightning secure the win and extend their point streak.

Andrei Vasilevskiy Secures 20th Win, Stops 19 Shots in Lightning Victory

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Andrei Vasilevskiy started in goal for the Tampa Bay Lightning on Sunday, stopping 19 of 20 shots to lead his team to a 4-1 victory over the Dallas Stars. This win marks Vasilevskiy's 20th of the season, extending his streak to 10 consecutive 20-win seasons. His current record stands at 20-7-3 with a 2.26 GAA and a .914 save percentage through 30 appearances.

John Gibson Starting Sunday, Extends Win Streak to Five Games

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John Gibson is set to start in goal for the Detroit Red Wings against Ottawa on Sunday. He enters the game on a five-game winning streak, having stopped 135 of 144 shots during that span. This season, Gibson holds an 18-9-1 record with a 2.73 GAA, a .903 save percentage, and three shutouts through 29 appearances during the 2025-26 campaign.

Lane Hutson Records Three Assists in Canadiens' Overtime Win

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Lane Hutson delivered a strong performance for the Montreal Canadiens, logging three assists, two shots, and three blocked shots in Saturday's 6-5 overtime victory against the Senators. One of his assists came on the power play. The 21-year-old blueliner has now accumulated seven helpers over his last six games. This season, he boasts eight goals, 42 assists, 14 power-play points, 82 blocked shots, 80 shots on net, and a plus-16 rating through 49 games.

Steven Stamkos Fined $2,500 for Unsportsmanlike Conduct

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Nashville Predators forward Steven Stamkos was fined $2,500 by the NHL for unsportsmanlike conduct towards Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Jeremy Lauzon during Saturday's game. While on the bench, Stamkos stuck his stick blade under Lauzon's visor during an altercation, an act disputed as an attempt to protect a teammate. This marks Stamkos's third career fine from the league.