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Friday, November 14, 2025

Top Pick Matthew Schaefer Makes NHL History with Overtime Winner for Islanders

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Matthew Schaefer, the No. 1 overall pick in this year's NHL draft, made history by becoming the youngest player to score an overtime goal in a regular-season NHL game. At just 18 years and 70 days old, Schaefer's slap shot 2:08 into overtime secured a 3-2 victory for the New York Islanders against the Utah Mammoth. This achievement surpassed Sidney Crosby's previous record set at 18 years and 101 days. Schaefer now leads all NHL rookies with 15 points. His clutch goal marked the Islanders' third consecutive extra-time win and their fourth straight victory overall, improving their record to 10-6-2 despite playing on the second night of a back-to-back. The Islanders also successfully killed five of six power-play opportunities.

Filip Hronek Pulled From Canucks Game by Concussion Spotter After Elbow to Head

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Vancouver Canucks defenseman Filip Hronek was forced to leave Friday's game against the Carolina Hurricanes with 12.7 seconds remaining in the third period after being pulled by a concussion spotter and did not return. The incident occurred with 2:05 left in the third when Hronek was elbowed in the head by Hurricanes forward Andrei Svechnikov after clearing the puck. Despite clear contact, no penalty was called on the play, which drew significant criticism from Canucks fans, media, and Hronek's agent, who publicly expressed outrage at the lack of a call and the league's handling of head injuries. Hronek's status for the Canucks' upcoming road game against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Sunday is now uncertain following this concerning exit.

Owen Tippett Explodes for Four Points, Driving Flyers' Offense with Top Line

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Owen Tippett erupted for a goal and three assists, going plus-4 in Friday's 6-5 shootout win over the Blues. His line, alongside Trevor Zegras and Christian Dvorak, was responsible for all five of the Flyers' regulation goals. Tippett, a 25-year-old forward, improved his performance last season with 28 goals and 53 points in 78 games, up from 27 goals and 49 points in 2022-23. He finished 11th in the 2023-24 campaign with 289 shots on net and also contributed defensively with 69 blocked shots and 125 hits. Anticipated to maintain a top-six role and a spot on the first power-play unit in 2024-25, his ability to generate shots and deliver hits makes him an appealing fantasy option, particularly in keeper/dynasty formats. Drafted 10th overall by the Panthers in 2017, he was traded to Philadelphia in the Claude Giroux deal, where he averaged 17:26 of ice time in his first full season, posting 27 goals and 49 points in 77 outings. He previously spent 2019-20 with AHL Springfield, racking up 19 goals and 40 points in 46 contests.

Christian Dvorak Delivers Three Points, Contributing to Flyers' Offensive Outburst

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Christian Dvorak registered two goals and an assist, adding two PIM and a plus-2 rating in Friday's 6-5 shootout victory over the Blues. His line, featuring Trevor Zegras and Owen Tippett, accounted for all five of Philadelphia's regulation goals. Dvorak's recent performance is a positive sign after a challenging last season where he missed significant time due to injury, including a pectoral ailment, limiting him to 30 games with five goals and nine points. He previously recorded 28 points in 64 games in 2022-23 before a knee injury required surgery. With one season remaining on his $4.45 million contract, the Canadiens are reportedly hoping he finds his game to become a trade asset. Known as a defensively responsible third-line center, his offensive ceiling is projected to be in the 30-40 point range, assuming he can maintain health. Dvorak achieved a career-high 18 goals and 38 points in 70 games during the 2019-20 season, including 10 power-play points, despite suffering a separated shoulder in the playoffs that year.

Trevor Zegras Shines with Three Points and Shootout Winner for Flyers

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Trevor Zegras delivered a standout performance, scoring two goals on seven shots and adding an assist in Friday's 6-5 shootout victory over the Blues. His line, alongside Christian Dvorak and Owen Tippett, was responsible for all five of the Flyers' regulation goals. Zegras, who couldn't convert a penalty shot in overtime, secured the win by beating Jordan Binnington for the lone shootout tally. This strong outing follows a period where he was limited to four assists in his first six November games. Through 17 appearances this season, he has accumulated 6 goals, 19 points, 37 shots on net, 18 PIM, and an even plus-minus rating, with all his goals coming in pairs. Traded to the Flyers in June 2025 after signing a three-year, $17.25 million contract with the Ducks in October 2023, the move to Philadelphia appears to have ignited his offense, surpassing his 32 points in 57 contests with the Ducks last year.

Shayne Gostisbehere Delivers Three Assists in Overtime Win, Eyes Top Power-Play Role

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Shayne Gostisbehere recorded three assists and six shots on goal in Friday's 4-3 overtime victory against the Canucks. The blueliner recently signed a three-year, $9.6 million deal with the Carolina Hurricanes, returning after a 2022-23 stint where he posted 10 points in 23 games. Known as a legit No. 1 power-play quarterback and a smooth-skating defenseman, Gostisbehere has topped the 50-point threshold twice in the last three seasons and cracked 40 points four times in eight NHL seasons, including 41 points split between Arizona and Carolina. His offensive upside is clear, highlighted by a 65-point campaign in 2017-18 and a rookie record 15-game point streak. However, his defensive play is often questioned, leading to a "dreadful plus-minus rating." His role on Carolina's top power-play unit, potentially alongside Brent Burns, remains a key storyline, as it could significantly impact his offensive production. He's also a left-handed shot, offering flexibility for power-play deployment.

Andrei Svechnikov's Three-Point Performance Fuels Overtime Win, Bounces Back from Injuries

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Andrei Svechnikov delivered a strong performance in Friday's 4-3 overtime win over the Canucks, scoring two goals, adding an assist, logging two hits, and finishing plus-2. This comes after a challenging period marked by a knee injury that required surgery, cutting short his 2022-23 season and causing him to miss 18 regular-season and 15 playoff games, plus the first eight outings of 2023-24. Despite these absences, Svechnikov managed 19 goals, 52 points, 144 shots, and 142 hits in 59 appearances during 2023-24. The 24-year-old forward, a 2018 second overall pick, is a key component of the Hurricanes' top line alongside Sebastian Aho and a fixture on the top power-play unit. He's known for his diverse offensive skill set, physical play (recording at least 70 PIM and 140 hits in recent seasons), and shot volume. With his health improving, he is projected to flirt with the 70-point plateau in 2024-25, building on career-best marks of 30 goals and 69 points in 2021-22.

Seth Jarvis Sustains Eye Injury, Expected to Return to Hurricanes Lineup Soon

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Carolina Hurricanes forward Seth Jarvis exited Friday's game against the Canucks after taking a stick near his eye, but head coach Rod Brind'Amour confirmed the 23-year-old avoided significant damage. His absence is expected to be short, with a potential return in "fairly short order" even if he misses Saturday's game versus the Oilers. Jarvis, who signed an eight-year, $63.2 million contract in August 2024, has recorded 10 goals, 5 assists, 1 power-play point, a plus-3 rating, and 6 PIM in the 2025 season.

Red Wings' Patrick Kane Hits 1,350 Career Points, Nears 500 Goals, Reflects on American Legacy

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Detroit Red Wings forward Patrick Kane reached a significant career milestone, becoming the 31st player in NHL history to record 1,350 career points with an assist during Thursday's 6-3 victory over the Anaheim Ducks. The achievement was displayed on the scoreboard, though Kane humorously noted he wasn't initially sure why the number was highlighted. Currently at 494 goals, Kane is also on the cusp of his 500th career tally. Widely regarded as the best United States-born forward in NHL history, the Buffalo native reflected on his journey, expressing admiration for players like Pat Lafontaine, Mike Modano, and Chris Chelios, whom he called "probably the guy who's the best American player of all time." Kane feels "pretty fortunate" for his career opportunities.

Karel Vejmelka to Start Against Islanders Amidst Challenging November Performance

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Karel Vejmelka, the 29-year-old goalie for the Utah Mammoth, is confirmed to protect the home goal against the Islanders on Friday, November 14, 2025, according to Andrew Gross of Newsday. Vejmelka, who secured a five-year, $23.75 million contract extension with Utah in March 2025, has faced a difficult stretch in November, recording a 2-2-0 record with 12 goals allowed on 85 shots over four games. His overall 2025 season stats include 8 wins, 4 losses, 0 shutouts, a 2.84 GAA, and an .882 SV%. The upcoming game presents a tough challenge, as the Islanders have been strong offensively, scoring 20 times over their last six games while holding a 4-1-1 record in that span.

Brady Tkachuk Nears Return From Wrist Surgery, Joins Senators on Road Trip

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Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk is making significant progress in his recovery from wrist surgery, with a potential return projected during the team's upcoming seven-game road trip. Tkachuk, who was four weeks post-surgery by November 13th, has been skating 3-4 times a week since six days after the procedure. He recently began stick handling and shooting pucks for the first time, reporting that his hands felt good and his rebuilt wrist looked strong during an optional practice on Friday. While coach Green indicated Tkachuk is "probably still a couple of weeks away at least," Tkachuk himself, on his new podcast "Wingmen," agreed with his brother Matthew's suggestion of a return in "a couple of weeks." He will accompany the team on their road trip, which commences on Thursday.

Jordan Binnington to Start Friday, Reflecting on Career-Best Season and Future Role

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Jordan Binnington is confirmed to protect the home goal for the St. Louis Blues against the Flyers on Friday. This follows his career-best 2023-24 season, where he posted a 28-21-5 record and a .913 save percentage across 57 games, achieving a lofty 29.74 goals saved above expected (GSAx), second-best in the NHL. Binnington and Joel Hofer formed arguably the league's top goalie tandem last season, a partnership expected to continue in 2024-25, potentially with Binnington seeing a 60/40 split in starts as Hofer develops. Despite a challenging 2022-23 season that included a two-game suspension, Binnington remains the Blues' No. 1 goalie, backed by a $6 million cap hit deal through 2028. His career has seen significant highs, including a historic Stanley Cup-winning rookie season in 2018-19, and periods of regression, but he continues to be a solid fantasy option.

Frederik Andersen Sidelined Friday with Concussion, Career Plagued by Injuries Despite Strong Performance

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Frederik Andersen (concussion) will not suit up for Friday's game against the Canucks, marking another instance in a career frequently impacted by injuries. The 34-year-old goaltender has played a full season only once in his last four campaigns and appeared in just 50 of 162 possible games over the past two years. Despite his injury history, Andersen posted a sparkling 13-2-0 record with a 1.82 GAA and .932 save percentage in 16 starts during the 2023-24 season. He finished the 2022-23 campaign with a respectable 21-11-1 record, a 2.48 GAA, and a .903 save percentage in 34 appearances, having missed the final six regular-season games and the entire playoffs due to a torn MCL. While a legitimate No. 1 option when healthy, as evidenced by his 35-win, 2.17 GAA, and .922 SV% 2021-22 season, his current situation in Carolina involves a crowded crease with Antti Raanta and Pyotr Kochetkov, potentially limiting him to fewer than 40 starts. His career .915 save percentage suggests a bounce-back is likely, but his age and consistent injury woes make him a high-risk, high-reward fantasy option.

Quinn Hughes Sidelined Friday with Undisclosed Injury; Career Offensive Prowess Highlighted

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Quinn Hughes (undisclosed) will not play Friday against the Hurricanes, as reported by Brendan Batchelor of Sportsnet 650. His absence is noted as a potential break for opposing goaltender Pyotr Kochetkov. Hughes, 24, is a top offensive defenseman, having set career highs in 2023-24 with 17 goals and 92 points across 82 games, marking his third straight campaign exceeding 65 points and fifth consecutive with over 40 points. Over the last three years (2021-22 to 2023-24), he accumulated 32 goals and 236 points in 236 contests, ranking third among defensemen behind Roman Josi and Cale Makar. He excels as a power-play quarterback, with 34 of his 76 points coming with the man advantage last season, and maintained a plus-15 rating. While not strong in non-offensive categories (38 PIM, 29 hits, 55 blocks in 2023-24), he is expected to compete for the defenseman scoring title in 2024-25, flirting with a point-per-game pace.

Pyotr Kochetkov to Start Friday for Hurricanes Amid Andersen's Absence

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Pyotr Kochetkov will start in goal at home against the Vancouver Canucks on Friday, as reported by Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News. The 26-year-old goaltender's last appearance was a brief relief stint against the Capitals on Tuesday, where he faced no shots. With Frederik Andersen (concussion) sidelined, Kochetkov is expected to see increased playing time. He catches a break for Friday's game as the Canucks will be without key defenseman Quinn Hughes (undisclosed). Kochetkov's 2025 stats include 2 wins, 0 losses, 1 shutout, a 1.46 GAA, and a .938 SV%. He signed a four-year, $8 million contract with the Hurricanes in November 2022.

Adrian Kempe and Kings Remain Optimistic in Ongoing Contract Extension Negotiations

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Adrian Kempe, a pending unrestricted free agent for the Los Angeles Kings, is currently engaged in contract extension negotiations, with both the player and the team expressing optimism despite a reported "gap." His agent, J.P. Barry, has been in discussions with Kings GM Ken Holland. Kempe stated to The Athletic that the situation isn't weighing on him, his focus is on playing, and his intention is to stay with the Kings, where he loves it. Holland affirmed the team's desire to keep Kempe and believes the player wants to remain a King, noting the talks haven't been acrimonious. This is the final year of Kempe's four-year, $5.5 million contract. Martin Necas' recent eight-year, $11.5 million per season deal is being used as a key comparable, with the range discussed for Kempe reportedly between $9.5 million to $11.5 million annually on a long-term deal.

Steven Stamkos Delivers Overtime Game-Winner for Predators in Stockholm Thriller

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Steven Stamkos netted the game-winning goal for the Nashville Predators just 44 seconds into overtime, securing a 2-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 2025 NHL Global Series in Stockholm. Stamkos also contributed an assist on Filip Forsberg's game-tying goal at 18:50 of regulation. His golden goal provided Nashville with something to celebrate for the first time in six games, snapping a five-game losing streak. The Predators' victory improved their record to 3-1-0 in games hosted in Europe or Asia.

Filip Forsberg Scores 700th Career Point with Game-Tying Goal in Hometown Sweden

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Filip Forsberg scored the crucial tying goal for the Nashville Predators in his home country of Sweden, knotting the game at 1-1 at 18:50 of regulation against the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 2025 NHL Global Series. This goal marked his 700th career NHL point, making him the 12th Swedish player to score a regular-season NHL goal in his homeland. Forsberg, 31, also assisted on Steven Stamkos' overtime game-winner. He will reach another personal milestone by skating in his 800th career NHL game on Sunday when the Predators and Penguins conclude the Global Series in Stockholm. His performance helped snap a five-game losing skid for the Predators.

Marco Rossi Lands on Injured Reserve with Lower-Body Injury; Week-to-Week Status Confirmed

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Minnesota Wild center Marco Rossi has been officially placed on injured reserve due to a lower-body injury, with head coach John Hynes confirming his status as week-to-week. The 24-year-old, who signed a three-year, $15 million contract in August 2025, was placed on IR on November 14, 2025, with an estimated return date of November 26, 2025. In his absence, Ryan Hartman and Joel Eriksson Ek are expected to step into top-six roles, while Danila Yurov is anticipated to receive increased opportunities. Rossi's 2025 season stats include 4 goals, 9 assists, 5 power-play points, a -6 plus/minus, and 2 penalty minutes.

Devils Star Jack Hughes Suffers 'Freak' Hand Injury, Olympic Status Uncertain

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New Jersey Devils star Jack Hughes is currently undergoing evaluation for a non-hockey related hand injury, which the team announced on Friday. The injury occurred during a "freak accident" at a team dinner on Thursday, leading to his return to New Jersey for further assessment instead of traveling with the team to Washington. Hughes, 24, is not expected to play in Saturday's game against the Capitals, with more clarity on his return timeline anticipated after the evaluation. This comes after a terrific start to the season where he recorded 10 goals and 20 points in his first 17 games, contributing to the Devils' 12-4-1 record and top spot in the Metropolitan Division. The extent of the injury also raises questions about his potential selection for Team USA for the 2026 Olympics in Milan, a roster he was expected to join alongside his brother, Quinn, before the December 31 deadline.