AutoDraft Pro
Get the app

Player news from trusted outlets

NHL News

Combined summaries and individual breaking-news reports, all in one recency-first feed.

Sunday, January 18

Jake Sanderson Critiques Goaltending Amidst Strong Offensive Stretch

AutoDraft Pro AI

Ottawa Senators defenseman Jake Sanderson, typically reserved, voiced blunt criticism of his team's goaltending after Saturday's overtime loss, stating, "you’ve got to make more than 10 saves to win the game." Despite team struggles, Sanderson is on an offensive tear, projected for 1+ assists against the Red Wings. He has recorded 10 assists in his last nine games, including six in the last five, solidifying his role as the Senators' top blueliner.

Cole Caufield Scores Overtime Winner, Posts Three Points Saturday

AutoDraft Pro AI

Cole Caufield was instrumental in the Montreal Canadiens' 6-5 overtime win against Ottawa on Saturday, scoring two goals and adding an assist. He contributed a goal and an assist in the first period before netting the game-winning goal just 33 seconds into overtime. The 25-year-old winger now has 24 goals, 24 assists, 143 shots on net, and 35 hits through 49 games this season. Caufield has recorded back-to-back multi-point games and is on track to exceed his career-high of 70 points from last season.

Josh Norris Deemed Week-to-Week with Ribs Injury

AutoDraft Pro AI

Buffalo Sabres forward Josh Norris is now considered week-to-week due to a rib injury, as reported by Rachel Lenzi. Norris has already missed the last two games, and there's currently no timeline for his return, potentially keeping him out until after February's Olympic break. In his limited 19 appearances this season, Norris has recorded six goals, 17 points, 27 shots on net, 11 blocked shots, and six hits. His absence continues to impact the Sabres' lineup.

Alex Lyon Returns to Practice Sunday, Eyes Imminent Return from Lower-Body Injury

AutoDraft Pro AI

Buffalo Sabres goaltender Alex Lyon (lower body) participated in Sunday's practice, as reported by Rachel Lenzi of The Buffalo News. This marks a significant step in his recovery, as Lyon has missed nine consecutive outings while on injured reserve. According to Lenzi, Lyon could potentially return to the lineup within the next four games, coinciding with Buffalo's upcoming five-game road trip starting Monday against Carolina. His return would provide a boost to the Sabres' goaltending depth.

Brady Tkachuk Projected for High Shot Volume Against Red Wings

AutoDraft Pro AI

Ottawa Senators forward Brady Tkachuk is projected to record over 3.5 shots on goal against the Detroit Red Wings on Sunday. Despite missing 20 games this season, Tkachuk is averaging 4.3 shots per game and has registered 28 shots in his last five outings, hitting the Over in four of them. He remains a prolific shooter for the Senators.

Jordan Binnington to Start Against Oilers Amid Recent Struggles

AutoDraft Pro AI

St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington is confirmed to start in net against the Edmonton Oilers on Sunday. Binnington enters the contest having lost his last two starts, allowing a total of 10 goals on 59 shots during that span. This season, he holds an 8-12-6 record with a 3.53 GAA, an .871 save percentage, and one shutout across 27 appearances. He faces a challenging opponent in Edmonton, who are coming off a dominant 6-0 victory and rank seventh in the league with 3.37 goals per game.

Dylan Holloway Activated from IR, Set to Return Against Oilers

AutoDraft Pro AI

St. Louis Blues forward Dylan Holloway (ankle) is set to be activated from injured reserve and will return to the lineup against the Edmonton Oilers on Sunday. This marks his return after a 15-game absence due to an ankle injury. Holloway is expected to slot into a middle-six role for the upcoming game. In his 33 appearances this season, he has contributed eight goals, 17 points, 76 shots on net, 26 blocked shots, and 91 hits, providing a boost to the Blues' offensive depth.

Artemi Panarin Could Be Available as Rangers Eye Retool

AutoDraft Pro AI

New York Rangers star left winger Artemi Panarin, 34, may be available for trade as the team reportedly plans a "retool" and won't offer him a contract extension as a pending UFA. Despite his full no-move clause, Panarin could seek a change of scenery. He leads the Rangers with 18 goals and 36 assists for 54 points in 48 games this season, making him a potential target for offense-needy teams like the Los Angeles Kings.

Saturday, January 17

Ekman-Larsson's Goal, Two Assists Propel Leafs to OT Win

AutoDraft Pro AI

Oliver Ekman-Larsson tallied a goal and two assists in Saturday's 4-3 overtime victory against the Jets. This performance extends his impressive run to six points (one goal, five assists) over his last four games. The blueliner now boasts eight goals, 31 points, 69 shots, 40 blocked shots, and 62 hits across 48 outings this season, leading Toronto's defensemen in scoring.

Beckett Sennecke Shines with Key Assists, Powers Ducks to Weekend Sweep

AutoDraft Pro AI

Rookie Beckett Sennecke was the "star of the weekend" for the Anaheim Ducks, playing a major role in their sweep over the Kings. He created the winning goal in Saturday's 2-1 overtime victory by stripping the puck from Kevin Fiala and setting up Mikael Granlund. Sennecke also contributed two assists and a shootout goal in Friday's 3-2 win, notching three assists overall and filling a significant offensive void with his anticipation, dynamism, and tenacity.

Kapanen Buries Two Goals, Records Second Multi-Point Game

AutoDraft Pro AI

Kasperi Kapanen (Edmonton Oilers) had a strong outing Saturday, scoring two goals on three shots and finishing with a plus-2 rating in the 6-0 win over the Canucks. Playing on the second line alongside Ryan Nugent-Hopkins due to Leon Draisaitl's absence, Kapanen notched his second multi-point effort of the season. Through 13 appearances, he now has 3 goals, 9 points, 22 shots on net, 28 hits, and a plus-3 rating, showing growing chemistry that could boost his productivity.

Roslovic Snaps Drought with Two Goals in Oilers' Blowout Win

AutoDraft Pro AI

Jack Roslovic (Edmonton Oilers) broke a seven-game point drought in Saturday's 6-0 win over the Canucks, netting two goals on four shots, adding two PIM, and finishing with a plus-2 rating. Roslovic ignited the Oilers' six-goal second period with goals at 3:11 and 14:31. Primarily a third-line player, he is expected to see increased power-play time with Leon Draisaitl (personal) away from the team. Through 36 appearances, Roslovic has 14 goals, 22 points, 80 shots on net, and a minus-4 rating, with his offense noted as potentially streaky without a superstar linemate.

Jarry Blanks Canucks with 31 Saves for First Oilers Shutout

AutoDraft Pro AI

Tristan Jarry (Edmonton Oilers) delivered a stellar performance, posting a 31-save shutout in Saturday's 6-0 victory over the Canucks, marking his first shutout as an Oiler. This follows his return from a lower-body injury, where he's now stopped 54 of 58 shots over two games (1-0-1). His season record improves to 13-3-2 with a 2.64 GAA and .909 SV% in 19 appearances. Jarry, part of a three-goalie committee, is expected to rest Sunday before a likely start Tuesday against the Devils.

Mason Lohrei's Two-Goal Performance Powers Bruins to Sixth Straight Win

AutoDraft Pro AI

Mason Lohrei delivered a strong performance in Boston's 5-2 win over the Blackhawks, scoring two goals, including a power-play marker, for his first multi-point game since December 4th. He has been productive in January with four goals and two assists across eight outings. The defenseman has accumulated six goals, 21 points, 45 shots, 56 blocked shots, 25 hits, and a plus-6 rating through 44 appearances this season, contributing to the Bruins' six-game winning streak.

Mikael Granlund Scores Overtime Winner, Secures Ducks' Sweep Over Kings

AutoDraft Pro AI

Mikael Granlund scored at 4:02 of overtime, beating Anton Forsberg for his ninth goal of the season, to lead the Anaheim Ducks to a 2-1 victory over the Los Angeles Kings. Rookie Beckett Sennecke created the winning score by taking the puck away from Kevin Fiala on a breakaway, setting up Granlund for the game-winning tally and completing a two-game weekend sweep for the Ducks.

Kevin Fiala Stripped of Puck, Leads to Ducks' Overtime Winner

AutoDraft Pro AI

Los Angeles Kings forward Kevin Fiala had a breakaway opportunity in overtime against the Anaheim Ducks, but rookie Beckett Sennecke backchecked to take the puck away. This turnover directly led to Mikael Granlund's game-winning goal, securing a 2-1 overtime victory for the Ducks and completing a weekend sweep over the Kings.

Anton Forsberg Stops 31 Shots in Strong Performance Despite Kings' OT Loss

AutoDraft Pro AI

Los Angeles Kings goaltender Anton Forsberg started Saturday's game against the Ducks, stopping 31 of 33 shots in a strong performance. Despite his efforts, the Kings fell 2-1 in overtime, with Mikael Granlund scoring the game-winner. This marked Forsberg's first start in four games, presenting an opportunity for a timeshare in net. He currently holds a 7-6-3 record with a 2.65 GAA and a .901 save percentage through 17 appearances this season.

Chris Kreider (Illness) Misses Second Game, Targets Monday Return vs. Rangers

AutoDraft Pro AI

Anaheim Ducks winger Chris Kreider (illness) missed Saturday's game against the Kings, marking his second consecutive absence. The 34-year-old is reportedly aiming to recover in time for Monday's contest against his former team, the New York Rangers, though his illness has hit him "pretty hard," making his return timeline uncertain. Historically, Mika Zibanejad recently surpassed Kreider's 116 power-play goals for the Rangers.

Mika Zibanejad's Hat Trick Sets Rangers PP Goal Record in 6-3 Win

AutoDraft Pro AI

Mika Zibanejad delivered a stellar performance for the New York Rangers, scoring a hat trick in a 6-3 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers. The 32-year-old Swede made history, becoming the Rangers' all-time leader in power-play goals with 117, surpassing Camille Henry and Chris Kreider. His three-goal outburst also tied Bill Cook's team record of nine career hat tricks, helping the Rangers snap a five-game losing streak.

Marat Khusnutdinov Scores in Bruins' 5-2 Victory Over Blackhawks

AutoDraft Pro AI

Marat Khusnutdinov scored a goal for the Boston Bruins in their 5-2 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks. Khusnutdinov redirected David Pastrnak's pass into a half-open net at 9:01 into the third period, just over two minutes after Mason Lohrei's second goal. This contributed to the Bruins extending their winning streak to six games.