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Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Gibson to Start for Red Wings vs. Stars, Riding Seven-Game Win Streak

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John Gibson is confirmed to start in goal for the Detroit Red Wings at home against the Stars on Tuesday, according to Helene St. James. Gibson enters the game on an impressive seven-game winning streak, during which he has maintained a 2.00 GAA, recorded two shutouts, and posted a .934 save percentage. With a back-to-back series scheduled immediately after the Christmas break, Gibson is anticipated to split the starts with Cam Talbot against the Hurricanes and Maple Leafs on Saturday and Sunday, respectively.

Darren Raddysh Scores Game-Winner, Hits 100 Career Points in Big Night

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Darren Raddysh exploded for three points in Monday's 4-1 victory over the Blues, scoring the game-winning power-play goal and adding two assists. The Tampa Bay Lightning blueliner reached 100 career points and is surging towards a career-best campaign. Since Victor Hedman's (elbow) return to IR, Raddysh has tallied three goals and seven points in six games. He's already set a new personal best with eight goals this season and tied his career high with nine power-play points (four goals, five helpers).

Mason Marchment Scores Twice, Makes Blue Jackets History in Win

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Mason Marchment delivered a standout performance for the Columbus Blue Jackets, scoring two power play goals (his 6th and 7th of the season) in their 3-1 victory over the LA Kings. Marchment's first goal came just 4:07 into the game, followed by his second, which put Columbus up 2-0. These goals mark him as the first player in Blue Jackets history to score three goals in his first two games with the team. He also led the team with 4 shots, showcasing a significant immediate impact for the newly acquired forward.

Canadiens' Suzuki Struggles in Shootout, St-Louis May Explore Other Options

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Montreal Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki continues to struggle in shootouts, failing to score against the Penguins' Artus Svilos. He has a career shootout success rate of 32.4% and hasn't scored in a shootout this season or last. Coach Martin St-Louis is facing pressure to explore other options, despite Suzuki's captaincy, with players like Lane Hutson and Ivan Demidov showing eagerness and skill in such scenarios. The team's recent loss highlighted the need for St-Louis to adapt and potentially change the shootout lineup.

Monday, December 22, 2025

Joonas Korpisalo's Poor Performance Creates Backup Goalie Crisis for Bruins

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Boston Bruins backup goalie Joonas Korpisalo is struggling significantly, posting a 6-7-0 record, .880 SV%, and 3.63 GAA this season. He ranks 77th among 83 goalies in goals saved above expected and has allowed four or more goals in four of his last six starts, including five goals on 17 shots in a recent loss to Ottawa. His inconsistent play is costing the Bruins valuable points and forcing Jeremy Swayman into a heavier workload. With Korpisalo's burdensome contract making a trade difficult, the team may consider promoting AHL standout Michael DiPietro, who is currently injured, if Korpisalo's performance doesn't improve.

Kraken Blueliner Vince Dunn Ruled Out After Big Hit

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Seattle Kraken blueliner Vince Dunn (undisclosed) has been officially ruled out for the remainder of Monday's game in Anaheim. Dunn exited the game in the third period after taking a significant hit from Ross Johnston and subsequently went to the locker room. Prior to his departure, the 29-year-old logged 15:14 of ice time, recording two blocked shots, one shot on net, and a minus-1 rating. He is now considered questionable for the second half of the back-to-back schedule, Tuesday's game in Los Angeles.

Anton Forsberg Confirmed for Monday Home Start vs. Columbus

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Anton Forsberg is confirmed to start in goal for the Los Angeles Kings at home against Columbus on Monday. He recently snapped a three-game losing streak with a 31-save performance (.969 SV%) in a 2-1 win against Tampa Bay. The Blue Jackets, who were shut out 4-0 in their last game and have lost seven of their last eight, will be without key blueliner Zach Werenski (lower body), potentially aiding Forsberg's outing.

Crosby Shatters Lemieux's Record, Leads Penguins to Shootout Win

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Sidney Crosby became the Pittsburgh Penguins' all-time leading scorer, surpassing Mario Lemieux's 1,723 points with his 1,724th point (a goal and an assist) in a 4-3 shootout victory over the Montreal Canadiens. Crosby's 20th goal of the season tied the game, and his power-play assist broke the record. This historic night also saw the Penguins snap an eight-game losing streak. Crosby moved past Phil Esposito for 9th in even-strength goals and tied Adam Oates for 8th in assists. Lemieux sent a congratulatory message.

Colton White Celebrates 100th NHL Game in Return to Devils

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Colton White achieved a career milestone Sunday, playing his 100th NHL game. Drafted by the Devils in 2015, White spent 54 games with New Jersey and 46 with the Anaheim Ducks before returning to the Devils this season. He has appeared in four games for the team this year and has recorded four assists in 16 total games. The defenseman has accumulated 14 career points, all assists, across his time in the league.

Luke Glendening Skates in 900th Career NHL Game with Devils

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Luke Glendening reached a significant career milestone on Sunday, playing in his 900th NHL game with the New Jersey Devils. The undrafted center, who began his career with the Red Wings in 2013-14, has since played for the Stars and Lightning before joining the Devils this season. In 36 games with New Jersey, he has recorded three assists. Throughout his extensive career, Glendening has amassed 83 goals and 86 assists for a total of 169 points.

Canadiens Acquire Phillip Danault from Kings; Optimism for Bounce Back

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The Montreal Canadiens have re-acquired center Phillip Danault from the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for a 2026 second-round pick. Danault, 32, struggled with the Kings this season, posting zero goals and five assists in 30 games. However, optimism surrounds his return to Montreal, where he previously recorded 194 points in 360 games. He also achieved over 40 points in each of his four prior seasons, including 8 goals and 43 points in 80 games in 2024-25, suggesting a potential rebound.

Grebenkin Excels with Goal, Assist in Flyers' Lopsided Win Over Canucks

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Nikita Grebenkin delivered an excellent and strong effort for the Philadelphia Flyers in their 5-2 victory over the Canucks on Monday night. He scored the Flyers’ first goal in the second period by redirecting an Emil Andrae shot with 6:47 remaining. Grebenkin also showcased his playmaking ability by making a nifty move to set up Carl Grundstrom’s third-period marker, contributing significantly to the team's lopsided win. His performance was key in the Flyers moving into second place in the Metropolitan Division.

Vladar Returns from Injury, Shines with 22 Saves in Flyers' 5-2 Win

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Dan Vladar returned to the net for the Philadelphia Flyers after missing Saturday's game with an upper-body injury, delivering a strong performance in Monday's 5-2 victory over the Canucks. Vladar, who was in the starter's crease during morning skate, converted 22 saves on 24 shots. This marks his 14th time allowing two or fewer goals in 21 starts with the Flyers. Prior to the game, he held a 12-11-6 record with a 2.80 GAA and two shutouts in 30 appearances, boasting a 1.70 GAA and .926 SV% over his last four starts. He is expected to play in one of the back-to-back games.

Panthers to Honor Brad Marchand for 1,000 Career Points Milestone

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Florida Panthers forward Brad Marchand will be honored with a special pregame ceremony on December 30 before their game against the Montreal Canadiens. The celebration marks Marchand reaching his 1,000th NHL point last month, achieved during the Panthers' 6-3 win over the Washington Capitals on November 13. Marchand is having a stellar first full season with the Panthers, acquired at last year's Trade Deadline, currently boasting 20 goals and 40 points through 34 games, leading the team in shots on goal and shooting percentage.

Sharks' Will Smith Deemed Week-to-Week with Undisclosed Injury

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San Jose Sharks forward Will Smith (undisclosed) has been deemed week-to-week, according to Max Miller of NHL.com on Monday. Smith has already missed the last three games and remains on injured reserve, with the Sharks planning further evaluation after the calendar flips to 2026. Prior to his absence, Smith had accumulated 12 goals, 29 points, and 80 shots on net across 33 outings this campaign. His absence, along with Philipp Kurashev's, has led to Collin Graf and Igor Chernyshov seeing time on San Jose's top line.

Grubauer to Start for Kraken vs. Ducks Amidst Losing Streak

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Seattle Kraken goaltender Philipp Grubauer was the first goalie off the ice Monday, indicating he will start against the Ducks, as reported by Derek Lee of The Hockey News. Grubauer enters the contest mired in a three-game losing streak, during which he has posted a 3.07 GAA and a .906 save percentage. With Grubauer getting the nod for Monday's game, fantasy managers can anticipate Joey Daccord to start the second game of the back-to-back on the road against the Kings on Tuesday.

Kraken's Brandon Montour Undergoes Hand Surgery, Out At Least Four Weeks

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Seattle Kraken defenseman Brandon Montour has undergone hand surgery and been placed on injured reserve, sidelining him for at least four weeks. The 31-year-old blueliner is expected to be out until mid-to-late January, having already missed the last two games. Through 27 games this season, Montour recorded six goals and 10 assists for 16 points, including four power-play points. His absence is a significant blow to the Kraken's defensive corps.

Jet Greaves to Start in Goal for Blue Jackets Against Kings Monday

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Columbus Blue Jackets' 24-year-old goaltender Jet Greaves will start on the road against the Los Angeles Kings on Monday. Despite a recent 1-5-3 record over his last nine outings, Greaves has maintained a solid 2.85 GAA. He is expected to continue seeing the majority of starts for Columbus, even as the team may look to showcase Elvis Merzlikins for a potential trade.

Blue Jackets' Zach Werenski Out Monday with Lower Body Injury

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Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (lower body) will miss Monday's game against the Los Angeles Kings. He is considered day-to-day after sustaining the injury in Saturday's loss to Anaheim, and is expected to miss at least one game. Through 35 appearances this season, Werenski has recorded 14 goals, 40 points, 132 shots on net, and 52 blocked shots. Jake Christiansen is expected to step into the lineup in his absence.

Ducks' Leo Carlsson Out Monday with Lower Body Injury, Possible Saturday Return

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Anaheim Ducks forward Leo Carlsson (lower body) is day-to-day and will miss Monday's game against Seattle. There is optimism he could return to the lineup against the Kings on Saturday following the Christmas break. In 36 appearances this season, Carlsson has amassed 17 goals, 41 points, and 89 shots on net. Mikael Granlund is expected to move into a top-six role for Monday's contest due to Carlsson's absence.