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Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Askarov to Start Wednesday, Faces Red-Hot Capitals After Strong Run

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Yaroslav Askarov is slated to start Wednesday's home game against Washington, per Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News. The 23-year-old Sharks netminder has been in strong form, winning five of his last six outings with a .918 save percentage (15 goals allowed on 182 shots). Askarov holds a season record of 10-6-1 with a 2.96 GAA and .908 SV% through 17 appearances. He faces a challenging matchup against the red-hot Capitals, who boast a 16-9-2 record and have won eight of their last nine games.

Wallstedt Leads Wild into Top 5 with Fourth Shutout in Six Starts

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Jesper Wallstedt, representing the Minnesota Wild, is currently recognized as the hottest goalie on the planet, a performance that has propelled the Wild into the NHL's top five power rankings. His recent exceptional play is highlighted by achieving his fourth shutout in his last six starts, demonstrating remarkable consistency and dominance in net.

Matt Duchene Day-to-Day with Upper-Body Injury, Out Wednesday

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Matt Duchene (upper body) has been officially designated day-to-day but will not be available for Wednesday's game against New Jersey, according to Owen Newkirk of DLLS Sports. Duchene has been sidelined on injured reserve since October 18 due to his upper-body issue, a stretch of 22 games. Upon his return, the veteran center could potentially shift to the wing to help cover for Tyler Seguin, who is projected to be out long term with a knee injury.

Tyler Seguin's Season Ends: Torn ACL Requires 6-9 Month Recovery

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Dallas Stars forward Tyler Seguin is expected to miss the remainder of the NHL season after sustaining a torn ACL in his right knee, an injury that occurred when he got tangled with the Rangers' Vladislav Gavirkov. Reports indicate Seguin will be sidelined for 6-9 months, impacting his return for training camp next fall. He concludes his 2025-26 campaign with 7 goals and 10 assists, including four power-play points, across 27 appearances. This marks the second consecutive year Seguin has failed to reach the 30-game threshold.

Kirill Marchenko Nears Return, Game-Time Call for Thursday vs. Detroit

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Columbus Blue Jackets winger Kirill Marchenko (knee) is a game-time decision for Thursday's matchup against Detroit, with his status to be determined closer to puck drop, Jeff Svoboda reports. Marchenko appears poised for a return after missing four games due to his knee injury, though he has not yet received official clearance. Before his absence, he struggled to score, going goalless in his last eight outings, but contributed six assists, including three on the power play, during that period.

Stars' Jake Oettinger Confirmed Starter for Wednesday vs. Devils

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Dallas Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger is expected to start on the road against New Jersey on Wednesday, as confirmed by Mike Heika of the Stars' official site. Oettinger enters the game on a strong three-game winning streak, during which he has stopped 83 of 91 shots, achieving an impressive .912 save percentage. His season record stands at 11-4-2 with a 2.76 goals-against average and a .900 save percentage across 17 total outings this year.

Markstrom Confirmed Starter for Devils Against Dallas

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Jacob Markstrom is confirmed to start in goal for the New Jersey Devils at home against Dallas on Wednesday, as he was the first goalie to exit the ice. Despite a recent stretch where he's conceded three or more goals in all but one of his last seven outings, posting a 4-2-1 record and a .873 save percentage, the Devils plan to continue utilizing the veteran backstop as long as he secures wins.

Flyers' Ristolainen Sidelined Another Week with Triceps Injury

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Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen (triceps) is expected to miss at least another week of action, according to Kevin Kurz of The Athletic. Head coach Rick Tocchet indicated a broader return timeline of within a month. The 31-year-old has not played this season due to the injury but is anticipated to slot into a top-four role upon his return, which would likely reduce Noah Juulsen's regular lineup opportunities.

Dobes Earns Start vs. Jets; Seeks Rebound After 4.42 GAA Slump

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Jakub Dobes will start in goal for the Montreal Canadiens at home against the Winnipeg Jets on Wednesday, as reported by Marc Dumont. The 24-year-old backstop began the 2025-26 season with a six-game winning streak but has since posted a 2-3-2 record over his last seven outings, sporting a 4.42 GAA and giving up seven goals in his previous game against the Avalanche. Despite recent struggles, Dobes has already achieved a personal best of eight wins this year and could challenge Sam Montembeault for more opportunities.

Ersson to Start Wednesday vs. Sabres Despite Underwhelming Stats

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Samuel Ersson is confirmed to start Wednesday's home game against the Sabres, according to Jordan Hall of NBC Sports Philadelphia. The 26-year-old Flyers goalie has given up three or more goals in six of his eight outings this year, posting a 4-2-2 record, a 3.09 GAA, and an .859 save percentage. He will be making his third appearance in the Flyers' last seven games despite his underwhelming numbers.

Seider Explodes for Three Points in Red Wings' Win Over Bruins

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Moritz Seider recorded a goal and two assists, one on the power play, in the Red Wings' 5-4 victory over the Bruins on Tuesday. The 24-year-old blueliner also set up Lucas Raymond for the game-winner. Over his last 11 games, Seider has amassed three goals and 13 points, adding 33 blocked shots, 30 shots on net, 17 PIM, 16 hits, and a plus-4 rating.

Lindholm Delivers Three Assists in Bruins' Close Loss to Red Wings

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Hampus Lindholm notched three assists in Tuesday's 5-4 loss to the Red Wings, providing a spark after the Bruins fell into a 3-0 hole. The veteran blueliner continues to fill in on the top power-play unit with Charlie McAvoy (face) sidelined. Lindholm has two multi-point performances in the eight games McAvoy has missed, but has been held off the scoresheet entirely in the other six.

Steeves Scores Two Goals, Impresses on Bruins' Top Line

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Alex Steeves scored two goals on his two shots and added three hits in Tuesday's 5-4 loss to the Red Wings. The 25-year-old winger is currently on Boston's top line due to David Pastrnak's (undisclosed) absence. This marks his second two-goal game in the last four outings. Steeves now has five goals in 12 games as a Bruin, along with 42 hits, after previously scoring only one goal in 14 NHL games. He also recorded 36 goals in 59 AHL games in 2024-25.

Mikko Rantanen Eyes Big Future with Stars After Tumultuous Season

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After a tumultuous campaign, veteran superstar Mikko Rantanen is now looking ahead to big things with the Dallas Stars.

Tuesday, December 2, 2025

NHL Rookie of Month Wallstedt Posts 33-Save Shutout, Extends Unbeaten Streak

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Jesper Wallstedt, named NHL Rookie of the Month for November, continued his dominant season by posting a 33-save shutout in Tuesday's 1-0 win over the Oilers. This marks his fourth shutout during a seven-game winning streak, where he's allowed only seven goals. The 23-year-old Minnesota Wild goaltender remains unbeaten in regulation this season with an 8-0-2 record, a 1.74 GAA, and a .944 save percentage through 10 outings. He is expected to start in Vancouver on Saturday.

Steven Stamkos Nets 1,200th Career Point, 589th Goal in Win

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Steven Stamkos scored a game-winning goal Tuesday in a 5-1 victory over Calgary, marking his 1,200th NHL point. This milestone makes him the 53rd player in NHL history and sixth active to achieve this feat. The goal was also his 589th career goal, placing him fifth all-time at that point, behind legends like Brett Hull (656), Alex Ovechkin (653), Mike Gartner (636), and Dino Ciccarelli (608). Stamkos plays for the Nashville Predators.

Wedgewood Exits Canucks Game with Tight Back, Injury Not Significant

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Scott Wedgewood was pulled from Tuesday's game against the Canucks in the second period due to his back tightening up, as reported by Aarif Deen of Colorado Hockey Now. While the Avalanche took a cautious approach, the injury does not appear to be significant at this time. Mackenzie Blackwood relieved Wedgewood, stopping 11 shots to secure the win. Head coach Jared Bednar has not yet confirmed Wedgewood's availability for Thursday's game versus the Islanders.

MacKinnon's Two-Goal Performance Extends Multi-Point Streak to Four Games

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Nathan MacKinnon, 30, scored two goals on six shots in Tuesday's 3-1 win over the Canucks, logging 22:15 of ice time despite battling an illness Monday. He scored in the final minute of both the first and second periods. This performance extends his multi-point streak to four games, during which he has tallied five goals, four assists, 20 shots, and a plus-9 rating. For the season, the superstar now boasts 22 goals, 46 points, 114 shots, and a plus-32 rating across 26 contests.

Hart Returns to NHL with Vegas Golden Knights After Acquittal

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Goalie Carter Hart made his first NHL appearance in nearly two years Tuesday night, debuting for the Vegas Golden Knights. This follows his acquittal in July as one of five 2018 Canada world junior hockey players involved in a sexual assault case. Hart's return marks a significant moment after a prolonged absence from league play.

Knight Confirmed to Start vs. Vegas After Snapping Skid

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Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Spencer Knight is slated to protect the road goal versus the Golden Knights on Tuesday, according to Danny Webster of the Las Vegas Review-Journal. This start follows Knight's recent performance where he snapped a three-game skid with a 5-3 win over the Ducks on Sunday, stopping 23 of 26 shots. The upcoming matchup against Vegas presents another challenge for Knight as he looks to build on his recent victory.