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Wednesday, January 14

Jack Eichel Records Three Assists, Powers Golden Knights to OT Win

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Jack Eichel delivered a stellar performance in Wednesday's 3-2 overtime win against the Kings, logging three assists, including one on the power play. He also registered four shots on goal, two blocked shots, and two PIM. Eichel has been exceptional in January, accumulating four goals and six assists over seven contests. The 29-year-old center now boasts 51 points (19 on the power play), 143 shots on net, 26 blocked shots, 23 hits, and a plus-8 rating through 38 appearances this season.

Gabe Perreault Ends Goal Drought with Two-Goal Performance in Rangers' Loss

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New York Rangers winger Gabe Perreault scored two goals in Wednesday's 8-4 loss to the Senators, ending a 10-game goal drought. The 20-year-old had been limited to three assists over that span and had gone five contests without any points. This season, Perreault has accumulated three goals, four assists, 14 shots on net, 12 hits, 11 blocked shots, and a plus-2 rating through 15 appearances.

Ridly Greig Records Three Assists, Fuels Senators' 8-4 Victory Over Rangers

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Ottawa Senators forward Ridly Greig notched three assists and a plus-2 rating in Wednesday's 8-4 win against the Rangers. He provided primary helpers on goals by Nick Jensen, Brady Tkachuk, and Dylan Cozens, contributing to his line's 10-point night. This marks Greig's first multi-point effort since November 9th. For the season, he now has six goals, 13 assists, 75 shots on net, 55 PIM, 51 hits, 27 blocked shots, and a plus-1 rating in 41 appearances.

Dylan Cozens Explodes for Three Points in Senators' Dominant Win Over Rangers

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Ottawa Senators center Dylan Cozens scored a goal on four shots and added two assists, finishing with a plus-2 rating in Wednesday's 8-4 victory over the Rangers. All of his production came during the Senators' four-goal first period, including a power-play assist. This performance ended a 10-game stretch where the 24-year-old had only recorded one goal and three assists. Cozens now has 13 goals, 21 helpers, 108 shots, 126 hits, 36 PIM, and a minus-15 rating in 46 appearances this season.

Brady Tkachuk Reaches 200 Goals, Leads Senators with Four Points in Rout

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Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk scored his 200th career NHL goal and added three assists, finishing with four points, a plus-3 rating, and two hits in Wednesday's 8-4 win over the Rangers. This marked his first multi-point performance since December 20th. Tkachuk has now accumulated seven points in eight January outings. For the season, he has nine goals, 16 helpers, 108 shots on net, 78 hits, 28 PIM, and a minus-4 rating through 26 appearances.

Sabres' Josh Norris Suffers Rib Injury vs. Flyers, Day-to-Day Status Pending

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Buffalo Sabres forward Josh Norris sustained an upper-body injury, specifically a rib issue from a cross-check, during Wednesday's game against the Flyers. He exited in the second period after recording an assist. The injury, which confirms he avoided a concussion and further shoulder damage, raises concern given his history of upper-body issues. Norris is likely day-to-day and will be evaluated Thursday prior to the Sabres' game against the Canadiens to determine his status.

Akira Schmid to Start for Golden Knights vs. Kings Amid Hill's Recovery

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Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Akira Schmid is set to start Wednesday's road game against the Kings. Schmid has been performing well, winning his last two outings and stopping 39 of 43 shots. The 25-year-old netminder is currently serving as the temporary No. 1 while teammate Adin Hill recovers from a lower-body injury. He faces a Kings team that has struggled recently, winning only one of their last four games and scoring just eight goals in that period.

Evgeni Malkin Ties Bryan Trottier for 38th on NHL's All-Time Goals List

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Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin scored his 524th career goal on Tuesday night against the Tampa Bay Lightning, tying Bryan Trottier for 38th on the NHL's all-time goals list. The goal, a perfect shot after hard work in the offensive zone, secured a point for the Penguins in their 2-1 shootout loss. Malkin, who has two goals and three points in his last four games, is now one goal away from tying Marian Hossa for 37th all-time.

Flyers Goalie Dan Vladar Exits Game with Undisclosed Injury, Awaiting Re-evaluation

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Philadelphia Flyers goalie Dan Vladar exited Wednesday's 5-2 loss to the Sabres in the first period due to an undisclosed injury, allowing two goals on five shots before Samuel Ersson took over. The 28-year-old netminder, considered crucial to the Flyers' playoff push, will be re-evaluated post-game. This season, Vladar holds a 16-7-4 record with a 2.42 GAA and .907 save percentage in 27 games. His departure contributed to the Flyers' season-worst fourth straight loss. Aleksei Kolosov is a potential call-up if Vladar faces an extended absence.

Luukkonen Confirmed Starter Wednesday vs. Flyers After Five Wins in Six

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Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen is confirmed to start in goal for the Buffalo Sabres at home against the Flyers on Wednesday, as reported by Heather Engel of NHL.com. The 26-year-old netminder has been in excellent form, winning five of his last six starts while allowing just 13 goals on 186 shots. This impressive run has solidified his position as the Sabres' top goalie. Facing a Flyers team that has lost its last three games and scored only four goals, Luukkonen is in a favorable matchup.

Grubauer to Start Consecutive Games, Riding Hot Streak

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Philipp Grubauer is slated to start Wednesday's road game against the Devils, marking his first consecutive starts since Dec. 18-20. The Seattle Kraken goalie has been in strong form, winning five of his last six outings and allowing just nine goals during that span. This decision appears to be a strategic move to capitalize on his recent 'hot hand' against a Devils team that has struggled offensively, scoring only 14 goals in their last six games (2-4-0).

Merilainen Gets Back-to-Back Start vs. Rangers After Canucks Win

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Leevi Merilainen is scheduled to start Wednesday's road game against the Rangers, marking his second consecutive start. James Reimer will serve as his backup, following Hunter Shepard's reassignment to AHL Belleville. Merilainen is coming off a strong performance, stopping 19 of 20 shots in Tuesday's win over the Canucks. However, he previously received an early hook when starting consecutive days against the Avalanche on Jan. 8, adding an element of caution to this back-to-back outing.

Sheldon Dries Reassigned to AHL Grand Rapids by Detroit Red Wings

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The Detroit Red Wings have assigned forward Sheldon Dries to the AHL’s Grand Rapids Griffins. Dries had been called up to serve as the 13th forward but has yet to appear in an NHL game for the Red Wings this season. The 28-year-old, who signed a two-year, two-way contract in July 2024, has contributed significantly to the Griffins' success, tallying 11 goals and 14 assists in 26 AHL games this season.

Kraken Rookie Berkly Catton Finds Scoring Touch with Four Goals in Last Four Games

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Seattle Kraken rookie Berkly Catton has ignited his offensive production, scoring four goals in his last four games, including his first two career NHL goals in his 28th appearance. The 20-year-old winger now has four goals and nine points in 31 games, primarily playing on the third line with an average of 12:58 ice time. While his strength remains a work in progress, Catton's speed, skating, and creativity are evident, signaling a potential breakthrough. He has also accrued a season towards UFA status.

James Reimer Poised for Senators Debut, Signed One-Year Deal Amidst Goalie Depth Changes

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Goaltender James Reimer is poised to make his debut for the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday against the Rangers, following his signing of a one-year, $850,000 contract on Monday. With Hunter Shepard reassigned to the AHL and Leevi Merilainen having played Tuesday, Reimer is a strong candidate to start. This would mark his eighth NHL jersey. The 37-year-old recently played for Team Canada at the Spengler Cup and previously had stints with Toronto, San Jose, Florida, Carolina, Detroit, Buffalo, and Anaheim.

Jets' Pionk Placed on IR, Sidelined Week-to-Week with Undisclosed Injury

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Winnipeg Jets defenseman Neal Pionk has been placed on injured reserve Wednesday, retroactive to January 13, due to an undisclosed injury. Head coach Scott Arniel previously labeled Pionk as week-to-week. While he had missed a game due to a foot injury, it's unclear if this new designation is related. Pionk has been struggling offensively, enduring a 12-game goal drought since December 15th with only two assists. This significant time off could jeopardize his chances of reaching the 30-point mark for the first time since the 2018-19 season, and his return before the Olympic break in February is uncertain.

Corey Perry Out Indefinitely for Kings Due to Ongoing Family Matter

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Los Angeles Kings right winger Corey Perry is out indefinitely, returning home to tend to a family matter for the second time this month. He will miss Wednesday's game against the Vegas Golden Knights, with the Kings opting to play with 11 forwards and seven defensemen. Perry has been a key contributor this season, tallying 10 goals and 23 points in 37 games, including eight points in his last seven appearances. His return timeline remains unclear.

Jacob Moverare to Slot In for Kings as Corey Perry Steps Away for Family Matter

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Defenseman Jacob Moverare will be in the lineup for the Los Angeles Kings against the Vegas Golden Knights on Wednesday. The Kings will dress 11 forwards and seven defensemen as veteran forward Corey Perry is out indefinitely, having returned home to tend to a family matter for the second time this month.

Blackwood Activated Off IR, Set to Return for Avalanche After Six-Game Absence

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Colorado Avalanche goalie Mackenzie Blackwood (lower body) has been activated off injured reserve and is expected to rejoin the team for Friday's game against Nashville, participating fully in Thursday's practice. He missed six games, during which the Avalanche went 3-2-1. Prior to his injury, Blackwood was having an elite season, boasting a 13-1-1 record, a 2.07 GAA (which led the NHL at the time), and a .924 save percentage through 16 appearances. Trent Miner was reassigned to AHL Colorado.

Darcy Kuemper Tapped to Start Against Vegas Despite 3-Game Skid

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Darcy Kuemper is expected to start in net for the Kings at home against Vegas, having been the first goalie off the ice Wednesday. This comes despite a recent slump where he's gone 0-2-1 with a 4.08 GAA and .820 save percentage in his last three outings. Since returning from an upper-body issue, Kuemper has allowed four or more goals in four of his six appearances. The Kings may need to give Anton Forsberg more work if Kuemper's struggles persist, impacting their playoff hopes.