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Jakub Dobes is set to start in net for the Montreal Canadiens at home against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday. This marks Dobes' ninth start in the team's last 11 games, during which he has posted a 4-3-1 record with an .880 save percentage. With Sam Montembeault still recovering from an illness, Dobes is expected to continue as the primary goaltender. A workload split is anticipated once both netminders are healthy.
Arturs Silovs was the first goalie off the ice Tuesday, indicating he will start at home against Anaheim. He has played in only one of the Penguins' last seven games, holding a 0-2-2 record with a 3.85 GAA in his recent starts. With upcoming back-to-backs, Silovs is expected to see more ice time before the Christmas break.
Ilya Sorokin was the first goalie off the ice Tuesday, signaling he will start at home against Vegas. He recently recorded his third shutout of the season and is on a three-game winning streak. Sorokin trails only Jesper Wallstedt for the league lead in shutouts this year and is a high-end fantasy option due to his expected high workload.
Linus Ullmark was the first goalie to exit the ice Tuesday, indicating he will start at home against the Devils. He is tied for fifth in games played this season with 21, posting a 10-7-4 record and a 3.00 GAA. The Senators are expected to continue giving Ullmark a heavy workload, especially with only one back-to-back scheduled before the Christmas break.
Yegor Sharangovich recorded two goals and an assist in Monday's 7-4 victory over Buffalo. While his season has been challenging, half of his six goals have come in the last two games, with four goals and seven points in his last 10 contests. The 27-year-old winger is showing signs of finding a groove.
Nazem Kadri scored one goal and added two assists, including one on the power play, in Monday's 7-4 win over the Sabres. This marks the second time in six games Kadri has recorded three points, with five multi-point performances in his last 10 games, totaling 14 points. Despite a slow start with six goals in 31 games, he remains a consistent offensive contributor.
Dan Vladar will start at home against the Sharks on Tuesday. He had the last two games off, allowing him to rest. Vladar is looking to bounce back from a loss to the Penguins where he allowed five goals. Despite that, he's had a strong start to the year with a 10-5-1 record and a career-best 2.59 GAA in 16 appearances.
The St. Louis Blues have recalled forward Hugh McGing from the AHL's Springfield Thunderbirds. The 27-year-old has four goals and six points in 18 AHL games this season. McGing's call-up comes as Jordan Kyrou is sidelined with a day-to-day injury, potentially creating a lineup spot for him. He has played six NHL games previously but is still seeking his first NHL point.
Fans will get an inside look at the Florida Panthers' journey to the 2026 NHL Winter Classic, including Matthew Tkachuk's injury recovery process. The NHL is launching a new season of 'Road to the NHL Winter Classic,' offering exclusive access to the Panthers and New York Rangers as they prepare for the southernmost Winter Classic ever. The four-part series premieres Wednesday on TNT.
Pittsburgh Penguins goalie Tristan Jarry is a hot topic in trade rumors, with the team potentially looking to sell high given his strong bounce-back season (9-2-1 record, 2.54 GAA, .913 SV% in 13 games) and the presence of young prospects. The Edmonton Oilers are heavily linked, confirmed by Elliotte Friedman, though Jarry's $5.375M cap hit until 2027-28 poses a financial hurdle. The Montreal Canadiens also present an intriguing landing spot for immediate goaltending help.
Chicago Blackhawks forward Ilya Mikheyev, a pending unrestricted free agent, is generating significant trade interest ahead of the 2025 NHL trade deadline. Coming off a 20-goal, 34-point season in 2024-25, Mikheyev is seen as a solid forward capable of scoring and killing penalties. If the Blackhawks become sellers, three teams are identified as potential suitors: the Washington Capitals, who could use him on their third line for secondary offense; the Tampa Bay Lightning, seeking forward depth and penalty kill options; and the Detroit Red Wings, looking to bolster their wing position.
Morgan Geekie's scoring rate is a key focus in the latest NHL trend analysis, which examines what will and won't continue across all 32 teams. The report, published December 9, 2025, delves into various player and team trends, including Geekie's performance, to determine their sustainability. This assessment provides insight into the Boston Bruins forward's current trajectory and future outlook based on ongoing league-wide patterns.
Macklin Celebrini is building a strong Hart Trophy case with elite two-way play, factoring in 50.6% of the Sharks' goals. The 19-year-old leads forwards in Puck Battle Wins and is top-ranked in several defensive metrics like Turnovers Created and Puck Deflections. His offensive production, with 43 points in 30 games, places him second in the NHL. Coach Warsofsky notes his competitiveness and ability to handle outside noise, while Ryan Reaves highlights his all-around impact and leadership potential. Celebrini also leads forwards in Penalties Drawn and is tied for sixth in Successful Zone Entries.
Mats Zuccarello (undisclosed) exited Monday's 4-1 win against the Kraken in the first period after taking a significant hit from Vince Dunn. The Minnesota Wild winger, 38, was able to skate off on his own, which is encouraging. Head coach John Hynes stated Zuccarello is 'doing okay' but provided no timeline for his return. He is currently considered day-to-day ahead of Thursday's home game against the Stars.
Detroit Red Wings goaltender John Gibson delivered a vintage performance Monday evening, making 39 saves to earn his first shutout of the season in a 4-0 victory over the Vancouver Canucks. This marks Gibson's best outing since joining the Red Wings and his first clean sheet since January 4, 2023, when he was with the Anaheim Ducks. He consistently held the fort, making several key saves throughout the game.
Adrian Kempe opened the scoring for the Los Angeles Kings in their 4-2 win against the Utah Mammoth on Monday, netting his 10th goal of the season with a slick backhand move. He also recorded an assist on Anze Kopitar's goal, finishing the night with 1 goal, 1 assist, and a +2 rating. Kempe was recognized as the second star of the game as the Kings secured their second consecutive victory.
Kevin Fiala was instrumental in the Los Angeles Kings' 4-2 victory over the Utah Mammoth on Monday night, recording two assists and earning the first star of the game. His tremendous pass set up Joel Armia for a breakaway goal, contributing significantly to the Kings' second straight win. Fiala also finished the game with a +2 rating and 1 hit.
James van Riemsdyk has set a new career milestone, scoring goals in four consecutive games for the Detroit Red Wings. This streak follows a recent hot streak where he has scored in six of his last seven outings, bringing his career total to 334 goals. The veteran forward, acquired by GM Steve Yzerman, is providing crucial secondary scoring for the team, proving to be their hottest scorer of late. This achievement marks a significant personal accomplishment in his first season with Detroit.
NHL insider Kevin Weekes lauded Mackenzie Blackwood's elite goaltending for the Colorado Avalanche. Weekes highlighted Blackwood's size, skill, and maturity, noting his strong performances, including back-to-back wins against the Rangers and Flyers. Despite starting the season recovering from offseason lower-body surgery, Blackwood has posted an 8-1-1 record with a 2.21 GAA and .920 save percentage, proving his value after stints with the Devils and Sharks.
Philipp Grubauer is slated to start in goal for the Seattle Kraken on Monday against the Minnesota Wild. Grubauer has been strong recently, winning his last four starts with a .917 save percentage. Despite limited ice time this season, he remains undefeated in regulation with a 4-0-1 record. The Wild have struggled offensively, losing their last two games and scoring only eight goals in their past five contests.
