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Saturday, November 22, 2025

Sharks' Macklin Celebrini Leads NHL in Crucial 'Situational Scoring'

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San Jose Sharks sophomore Macklin Celebrini is excelling, defying the sophomore slump by leading the NHL in "Situational Scoring" as of November 21. This unique metric tracks only the most impactful points, distinguishing between "how many" and "how many that mean something." Goals are weighted more heavily than assists in this system, which assigns higher values to critical plays like first goals, game-winners, and overtime goals. Celebrini is making a significant impact by consistently contributing points that truly matter for his team.

Nick Lardis Scores Twice for IceHogs, Emerges as Top Blackhawks Call-Up Candidate

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Nick Lardis returned from injury to score two third-period goals in the Rockford IceHogs' 2-0 comeback win over the Texas Stars. Following this performance, NHL insider Frank Seravalli identified Lardis as a prime candidate for a Chicago Blackhawks call-up, especially with injuries to Nick Foligno, Jason Dickinson, and Andre Burakovsky. The rookie forward has 16 points (7 goals) in the AHL, demonstrating a high scoring clip and a shot expected to translate to the NHL, making him a valuable long-term prospect.

Zetterlund Returns to San Jose, Reveals Missing Eklund Amidst Scoring Slump

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Ottawa Senators forward Fabian Zetterlund is set to face his former team, the San Jose Sharks, on Saturday for the first time since his trade last season. Zetterlund, who has recorded just one goal in 20 games with Ottawa this season, expressed excitement about being back in San Jose. When asked what he misses most about his time with the Sharks, he humorously replied, "Eklund," referring to William Eklund. He also reflected on the swift nature of his trade to the Senators.

Friday, November 21, 2025

Geekie Scores Twice, Including OT Game-Winner, Ties for League Lead

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Morgan Geekie propelled the Boston Bruins to a 2-1 overtime win over the Kings on Friday, netting both goals, including the game-winner 2:27 into OT. He opened the scoring at 8:01 of the third period and finished with two goals on three shots, adding three hits. The 27-year-old is now tied for first in the league with 16 goals, matching Nathan MacKinnon, and this marks his second consecutive multi-goal performance. Geekie has accumulated 22 points, 59 shots, 42 hits, and a minus-7 rating across 23 appearances this season.

Vilardi Scores Twice, Including Power-Play Goal, in Jets' Loss

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Gabriel Vilardi scored two goals, including a power-play marker, and added four shots on net with two PIM in Friday's 4-3 loss to the Hurricanes. This performance follows a seven-game stretch where he had only one goal and no assists. Despite a recent offensive dip costing him his top power-play unit spot, Vilardi remains on the first line at even strength. He now has eight goals, 16 points (six on the power play), 49 shots, and a minus-2 rating through 20 games this season.

Jordan Staal's Two Goals Lead Hurricanes to Victory Over Jets

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Jordan Staal scored two goals in Friday's 4-3 win against the Jets, tallying just 16 seconds into the game and later tying the score at 2-2 in the second period. This performance marks his fourth goal in as many contests, a notable scoring run for the 37-year-old defensive center. Through 21 appearances in his middle-six role, Staal has accumulated seven goals, two assists, 27 shots on net, 37 hits, 23 PIM, and a plus-2 rating.

Bedard Reaches 31 Points, Ties for 3rd in League Scoring with Two Assists

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Connor Bedard recorded two assists on Tyler Bertuzzi's goals, elevating his season total to 31 points, which ties him with Macklin Celebrini for third in league scoring. Bedard, Bertuzzi, and linemate Ryan Greene all played well for the Chicago Blackhawks, who suffered a significant 9-3 defeat to the Buffalo Sabres. This offensive output was a notable highlight despite the team's overall poor performance in the game.

Bertuzzi Scores Twice in 100th Blackhawks Game Amidst 9-3 Loss

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Tyler Bertuzzi marked his 100th game as a Chicago Blackhawk by scoring two goals, both assisted by Connor Bedard. Despite his strong offensive performance, which also saw linemate Ryan Greene contribute an assist, the Blackhawks suffered a significant 9-3 defeat to the Buffalo Sabres. Bertuzzi's output was a bright spot in an otherwise challenging game for Chicago, who were outplayed in every area of the ice during the loss.

Eric Comrie to Start vs. Hurricanes Amid Hellebuyck Injury

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Eric Comrie will tend the home goal for the Winnipeg Jets versus the Hurricanes on Friday. He is set for a significant increase in workload as Connor Hellebuyck is sidelined for 4-6 weeks following arthroscopic knee surgery. Comrie, currently 4-1-0 with a 2.60 GAA and a .908 save percentage over five games this season, will likely see his ratios affected but becomes a valuable fantasy asset due to the added playing time.

Canadiens Recall Florian Xhekaj from AHL to Add Toughness

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The Montreal Canadiens have recalled forward Florian Xhekaj from their AHL affiliate, the Laval Rocket, giving the 6-foot-4 prospect his first NHL roster chance. This season with Laval, Xhekaj recorded two goals, four points, and 44 penalty minutes in 16 games. Last season, he posted 24 goals, 35 points, and 175 penalty minutes in 69 games. His call-up is expected to add more bite and toughness to the Canadiens' lineup. Joshua Roy will remain with the NHL club.

Arber Xhekaj's Brother Florian Recalled by Canadiens

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Defenseman Arber Xhekaj's younger brother, forward Florian Xhekaj, was recalled by the Montreal Canadiens from the Laval Rocket of the American Hockey League on Friday. This move brings Florian into the NHL organization, joining his brother Arber.

Soderblom Guards Road Goal Friday After Two Wins

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Arvid Soderblom will guard the road goal for the Chicago Blackhawks against the Sabres on Friday. This marks the second half of a back-to-back set, following Spencer Knight's 3-2 loss to the Kraken on Thursday. Soderblom enters the matchup with momentum, having allowed just three goals on 67 shots over his last two starts, both resulting in wins. The Sabres have scored 20 goals in their last six games but hold a 2-4-0 record in that span.

Luukkonen Guards Home Goal Friday vs. Blackhawks

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Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen will guard the home goal for the Buffalo Sabres against the Blackhawks on Friday. This appearance marks his first action in four games and his first start since November 6 versus the Blues. Luukkonen has seen reduced playing time amidst a crowded crease, posting an .883 save percentage over four contests this season. He is expected to face a challenging Blackhawks offense.

Stephen Halliday Stays with Senators After Impressive NHL Debut

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Stephen Halliday, a waivers-exempt forward, will remain with the Ottawa Senators following his impressive NHL debut on Thursday night in Anaheim. Halliday notably contributed a fine setup on Shane Pinto's tying goal. The Senators are keen to give him more NHL ice time, opting to keep him on the roster while placing Olle Lycksell on waivers for reassignment. This decision highlights the team's interest in further evaluating Halliday's potential at the NHL level.

Senators Place Olle Lycksell on Waivers After Concussion Return

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The Ottawa Senators have placed 26-year-old Swedish winger Olle Lycksell on waivers for reassignment, following his return from a concussion. If he clears, Lycksell is expected to join the AHL's Belleville Senators. He played six games with Ottawa this season, scoring one goal, and two games in Belleville without points. Despite his previous success as an elite AHL player with 128 points in 136 games over three seasons, the Senators opted to keep waivers-exempt Stephan Halliday on the NHL roster instead.

Devin Cooley Leads NHL Goalies with .935 SV% Amidst Flames' Struggles

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Calgary Flames backup goaltender Devin Cooley has emerged as a significant bright spot for the struggling team. Cooley, who beat out Ivan Prosvetov for the backup job, leads all NHL goaltenders with six or more games played with an impressive .935 save percentage and a 1.80 goals-against average, alongside a 1-2-1 record. He also boasts six goals saved above expected. In his most recent outing on Nov. 19, he stopped 28 of 30 shots. This performance is particularly notable given his limited prior NHL experience.

Red Wings' Andrew Copp Faces Scrutiny Amidst Declining Offense, Immovable Contract

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Detroit Red Wings veteran Andrew Copp is under scrutiny as his offensive production has sharply declined, with just one goal and seven assists in 21 games, putting him on pace for a career-low four goals. Despite his respected leadership, two-way play, and crucial role on a transformed penalty-kill unit (now 13th overall), his $5.625 million cap hit and modified no-trade clause complicate any potential move. With young talent pushing from the AHL, the Red Wings face a "stubborn complication" with Copp for the next two years.

Jets Prospect Brad Lambert Granted Permission to Seek Trade

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Winnipeg Jets top prospect Brad Lambert has been granted permission to seek a trade, according to NHL insider Frank Seravalli. The 21-year-old forward, who has shown promise in the AHL, recorded 21 goals and 55 points in 64 games during his top season (2023-24) with the Manitoba Moose. Despite playing 10 NHL games with Winnipeg (one goal, three points), he has struggled to secure a permanent role due to the Jets' deep forward group. Lambert is seen as a potential top-six forward and a long-term option for a young team.

Swayman Set to Defend Road Crease Friday Against Los Angeles

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Boston Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman is confirmed to start in net on Friday. He is slated to defend the road crease against the Los Angeles Kings in his next scheduled appearance for the Bruins.

Bussi Confirmed as Hurricanes' Starting Goalie vs. Winnipeg

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Carolina Hurricanes' netminder Brandon Bussi is set to serve as the starting goaltender for the team's upcoming road game against Winnipeg on Friday. The official announcement, reported by Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site, confirms Bussi will be between the pipes to begin the contest. This assignment highlights a key role for Bussi in the team's strategy for the crucial matchup, providing an important update for fans and fantasy managers alike regarding the Hurricanes' goaltending situation for the highly anticipated game.