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Winnipeg Jets forward Brad Lambert, given permission to seek a trade, is an intriguing prospect for several teams. The 21-year-old former first-round pick, who posted 21 goals and 55 points in 64 AHL games last season, could be a valuable addition for the Nashville Predators, Pittsburgh Penguins, or Boston Bruins, offering long-term upside and potential to crack top-nine or top-six lineups.
Logan Mailloux is set to face his former team, the Montreal Canadiens, for the first time since being traded to the St. Louis Blues for Zack Bolduc. After a challenging start, Mailloux has shown significant improvement since his return from the AHL, playing with more confidence and physicality. He expressed excitement for the matchup, aiming to secure a win against his former organization and friends.
Patrick Kane scored the game-winning goal with a 'world class shot' late in the third period, leading the Detroit Red Wings to a 4-3 victory over the Seattle Kraken. Despite admitting he didn't play his best, Kane's clutch performance secured two crucial points on the road. Teammates like James van Riemsdyk praised Kane's ability to deliver in big moments, moving him within three goals of his 500th career goal.
Vancouver Canucks forward Aatu Raty delivered a career-best performance, scoring two goals and adding an assist for three points in Saturday's 4-2 win over the Wild. He also recorded two PIM, four hits, and a plus-3 rating. Raty's breakout game came as the Canucks played without top center Elias Pettersson (upper body). With five points in three December games, this marks Raty's best month of the season. The 23-year-old now has 3 goals, 8 assists, 21 shots, 61 hits, 16 PIM, and a plus-5 rating in 26 outings, solidifying his bid for a bottom-six role.
Brandt Clarke delivered his first multi-goal performance, scoring two goals on four shots and earning a plus-2 rating in the Kings' decisive 6-0 victory over the Blackhawks on Saturday. This outing matches his entire goal total from the 2024-25 season (five). Through 28 appearances this year, Clarke has accumulated nine helpers, 57 shots on net, 35 blocked shots, and a plus-7 rating. He is currently on pace for a 40-point campaign and is expected to maintain his top-four usage and power-play responsibilities throughout the season.
Darcy Kuemper rebounded strongly, stopping all 23 shots he faced to secure his second shutout of the season in Saturday's 6-0 victory over the Blackhawks. This performance snapped a three-game skid where he had allowed eight goals on 91 shots during an 0-2-1 stretch. Through 20 starts this year, Kuemper now holds a 9-6-5 record with a 2.24 GAA and a .914 save percentage. The 35-year-old netminder, who has started four consecutive games only once this season, may get another opportunity to do so Monday in Utah.
Patrick Kane scored the game-winning goal with 2:29 left, marking his 497th career goal and second in as many games for the Detroit Red Wings in a 4-3 victory over the Seattle Kraken. He also recently set a new NHL record for most multi-point games by a U.S.-born player (359), surpassing Mike Modano. Kane has 18 points in 19 games this season.
Rookie defenseman Tom Willander scored his first career NHL goal against the Minnesota Wild, contributing to the Vancouver Canucks' performance. The 11th overall pick in the 2023 NHL Draft has one goal and seven assists in 19 games. He also assisted on another Canucks goal in the game.
Jordan Kyrou left the St. Louis Blues' 2-1 victory over the Ottawa Senators with a lower-body injury sustained early in the game. Coach Jim Montgomery stated Kyrou is considered day-to-day, with hopes of a return within one to two weeks. He joins a list of injured Blues players.
Joel Hofer delivered a stellar performance with a career-high 41 saves, anchoring the St. Louis Blues to a 2-1 win against the Ottawa Senators. His exceptional goaltending, including a crucial save on Claude Giroux, was instrumental in securing the win. Hofer also nearly scored a goalie goal.
Ilya Sorokin recorded his third shutout of the season, stopping all 32 shots in the New York Islanders' 2-0 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning. This shutout ties the Islanders' franchise record for career shutouts with 25, matching Glenn Resch. Casey Cizikas added an empty-net goal.
Morgan Geekie scored his 22nd goal of the season, contributing to the Boston Bruins' 4-1 victory over the New Jersey Devils. Geekie's goal, assisted by Elias Lindholm, extended his point streak to five games. He now has the second-most goals in the league.
Jeremy Swayman stopped 29 of 30 shots, including key saves in the third period, to lead the Boston Bruins to a 4-1 win over the New Jersey Devils. The victory sent the Devils to their fifth consecutive loss. Swayman's performance helped secure the win despite the Bruins being outshot.
Elias Pettersson will not play Saturday against the Wild due to an upper-body injury. He left warmups before line rushes. His absence impacts the Canucks' lineup, with Jonathan Lekkerimaki staying in. Pettersson's status will be updated post-game. The injury occurred December 6, 2025.
Eric Comrie will start consecutive games for the Winnipeg Jets, guarding the road goal against the Oilers on Saturday. This follows a strong performance where he stopped 34 of 35 shots versus the Sabres on Friday. Comrie has allowed only eight goals in his last four contests, posting a 2-1-1 record, indicating a return to form. However, he faces a difficult assignment against the Oilers, who recently scored nine goals against the Kraken.
Spencer Knight is slated to start in goal on the road against the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday. He is looking to build on his recent performance, where he stopped 26 of 27 shots in a 2-1 win over the Kings. Knight's season stats include a 9-5-5 record with a 2.44 goals-against average and a .919 save percentage in 19 games. The Kings' offense ranks 29th, averaging 2.56 goals per game.
Nathan MacKinnon scored his second goal of the game 2:46 into overtime, securing a 3-2 victory for the Colorado Avalanche against the New York Rangers. MacKinnon's NHL-leading 24th goal capped a strong performance, extending his point streak to nine games with 10 goals and five assists. He also scored late in the third period.
Teuvo Teravainen of the Chicago Blackhawks will miss Saturday's game against the Kings due to dental damage sustained in Thursday's contest. The 31-year-old forward's absence will create an opportunity for Landon Slaggert or Sam Lafferty to enter the lineup, potentially impacting the team's lineup structure.
Nikita Tolopilo will start at home against the Minnesota Wild on Saturday. This marks the second half of a back-to-back for the Vancouver Canucks, with Kevin Lankinen having played Friday. Tolopilo faces a challenging task, potentially with limited goal support, as the Wild have been strong recently despite scoring only 13 goals in their last six games, holding a 4-1-1 record in that span.
Vitek Vanecek is expected to start in goal for Utah on Saturday against Calgary. The 29-year-old netminder hasn't secured a win since Nov. 9, holding a 0-2-1 record with a 3.57 GAA and .859 save percentage since then. Overall this season, he has a 2-5-1 record, 3.11 GAA, and an .869 save percentage in eight appearances. He faces a Calgary team ranked 32nd in goals per game (2.34).
