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Zach Hyman is on the verge of making his 2025-26 season debut following a wrist injury. While he will not play in Philadelphia on Wednesday, Hyman is expected to return to action either on Thursday in Columbus or on Saturday in Raleigh. This update, reported by Jason Gregor on Tuesday, indicates a positive step forward for the Edmonton Oilers forward as he prepares to rejoin the team after his recovery.
Linus Ullmark has been named the starting goaltender for Tuesday's home game against the Dallas Stars. This decision was reported by Bruce Garrioch of Postmedia. Ullmark will be looking to secure a win for his team on home ice.
Jeremy Swayman will start in goal for the Boston Bruins' home game against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday. The news was reported by Joe Haggerty of Boston Sports Journal. Swayman is expected to be a key player in this divisional matchup.
David Rittich is scheduled to start in goal for the New York Islanders' road game against Utah on Friday. This information comes from Stefen Rosner of NHL.com. Rittich will aim to deliver a strong performance away from home.
Ilya Sorokin is slated to start in goal for the New York Islanders' road game against the Vegas Golden Knights on Thursday. The report from Stefen Rosner of NHL.com was published on Tuesday. Sorokin's start is a key factor for the Islanders' upcoming road trip.
Sam Montembeault is slated to get the starting nod in goal for the Montreal Canadiens' home game against the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday. This update comes from Marc Antoine Godin of Radio Canada, confirming Montembeault's role for the upcoming matchup. The Canadiens will rely on Montembeault between the pipes as they face the Kings.
Canadian goaltender Spencer Martin, 30, has been released by CSKA Moscow, concluding his KHL journey after 14 appearances. Martin had a goals-against average of 2.69 and a save percentage of .905 with two shutouts. His tenure was cut short amidst team struggles and the emergence of younger netminder Dmitri Gazmin. Martin previously played 66 NHL games for the Avalanche, Canucks, Blue Jackets, and Hurricanes from 2016 to 2025, posting a 24-30-8 record with a 3.31 GAA and .833 save percentage. His NHL career included a notable six-game stint with Vancouver in 2021-22 where he recorded a 1.74 GAA and .950 save percentage, but his play suffered when he took over the starting role due to an injury to Thatcher Demko the following season.
Vincent Trocheck made a significant return to action, contributing two assists in Monday's 6-3 victory for the New York Rangers over the Predators. One of Trocheck's helpers came on the power play, showcasing his offensive impact. His performance was a key factor in the Rangers' decisive win.
St. Louis Blues captain Brayden Schenn is reportedly drawing interest from other clubs as the team struggles near the bottom of the standings. Schenn, 34, is signed through 2027-28 with an average annual value of $6.5 million and has a 15-team no-trade list. Meanwhile, Calgary Flames center Nazem Kadri, 35, remains a hot topic for trade chatter, though Flames ownership reportedly does not want to trade him. Kadri wants to stay and help the Flames win, but speculation continues regarding potential destinations like the Vancouver Canucks, Montreal Canadiens, and Detroit Red Wings. Kadri's no-trade list is also a factor in any potential deal.
St. Louis Blues captain Brayden Schenn is reportedly drawing interest from other clubs as the team struggles near the bottom of the standings. Schenn, 34, is signed through 2027-28 with an average annual value of $6.5 million and has a 15-team no-trade list. Meanwhile, Calgary Flames center Nazem Kadri, 35, remains a hot topic for trade chatter, though Flames ownership reportedly does not want to trade him. Kadri wants to stay and help the Flames win, but speculation continues regarding potential destinations like the Vancouver Canucks, Montreal Canadiens, and Detroit Red Wings. Kadri's no-trade list is also a factor in any potential deal.
Alexis Lafreniere had a standout offensive night for the New York Rangers, tallying a power-play goal and adding two even-strength assists in Monday's 6-3 win against the Predators. His impressive three-point effort was instrumental in securing the victory for his team, highlighting his strong contribution to the Rangers' offense.
Artemi Panarin was a pivotal offensive force for the New York Rangers, scoring two goals in Monday's 6-3 victory over Nashville. One of Panarin's goals was the game-winner, underscoring his crucial role in the team's success. His multi-goal performance helped secure a decisive win for the Rangers.
Matthew Wood delivered a standout performance for the Nashville Predators on Monday, scoring an impressive hat trick against the Rangers. Two of Wood's three goals came on the power play, showcasing his offensive prowess. Despite his individual heroics, his efforts were not enough to secure a victory, as the Predators ultimately fell to the Rangers in a 6-3 loss. This offensive outburst highlights Wood's scoring ability, even though the team result was disappointing.
Tomas Hertl and Ivan Barbashev scored in the third period, both goals bringing the Vegas Golden Knights within one goal of the Florida Panthers, but the team ultimately lost its third straight home game. Rookie Carl Lindbom made 17 saves in net for the Golden Knights, facing a tough slate of opponents including the Panthers, Colorado, and Tampa Bay twice in his early starts. Despite facing former Vezina winners, Lindbom has received an average of only two goals of support per game. The Golden Knights' second-period struggles continued, and their power play went 0 for 3, now standing at 3 of 29 in their last nine games. Vegas will conclude their homestand against the New York Islanders.
Tomas Hertl and Ivan Barbashev scored in the third period, both goals bringing the Vegas Golden Knights within one goal of the Florida Panthers, but the team ultimately lost its third straight home game. Rookie Carl Lindbom made 17 saves in net for the Golden Knights, facing a tough slate of opponents including the Panthers, Colorado, and Tampa Bay twice in his early starts. Despite facing former Vezina winners, Lindbom has received an average of only two goals of support per game. The Golden Knights' second-period struggles continued, and their power play went 0 for 3, now standing at 3 of 29 in their last nine games. Vegas will conclude their homestand against the New York Islanders.
Philadelphia Flyers prospect Aleksei Kolosov, 23, is making a strong case for an NHL opportunity, excelling in the AHL with a 4-2-0 record, 2.50 GAA, and .918 save percentage in six games, including his first North American shutout. This performance ranks him 10th among AHL goalies with at least five games played. Kolosov also saw limited NHL action, going 0-1-0 with a 1.61 GAA and .929 save percentage (26 saves on 28 shots) in two games while Sam Ersson was injured. As a restricted free agent in a contract year, his significant improvement and younger age position him as a strong contender should the Flyers decide Ersson isn't the future or if they can only retain one goalie, potentially forcing an uncomfortable goaltending conversation. His AHL absence would be manageable due to Carson Bjarnason's solid play.
Matthew Wood was the lone offensive bright spot for the Nashville Predators in their 6-3 loss to the New York Rangers, notching his first career hat trick. Wood scored all three goals for the Predators, including one on the power play, and now leads the team with four power-play points. Despite Wood's efforts, the Predators suffered their fifth consecutive loss. Goaltender Juuse Saros allowed five goals on 12 shots before being replaced by Justus Annunen, who stopped five of six shots. The Rangers' offense, which had been struggling, found new life against Nashville, with goals from Mika Zibanejad, Vladislav Gavrikov, Alex Lafreniere, Artemi Panarin (2), and Will Cuylle. The Predators' defense struggled, giving up breakaways and experiencing defensive lapses. The loss felt like a blowout for Nashville, who are now heading to Stockholm, Sweden, for the 2025 NHL Global Series against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Wood, a 20-year-old rookie, continues to be a focal point for the anemic Predators offense, but the team needs more support to secure wins.
Mathew Barzal was the hero for the New York Islanders, scoring the game-winning goal 1:17 into overtime against the New Jersey Devils. The dramatic 3-2 victory came after the Islanders surrendered a 2-1 lead with just 4.7 seconds remaining in regulation, when Simon Nemec's shot deflected off Jean-Gabriel Pageau to tie the game. Barzal's goal was set up by a give-and-go with Jonathan Drouin, beating Devils' goalie Jacob Markstrom glove side. This win followed a strong performance by Ilya Sorokin in net, who made 33 saves and has been electric in his last two starts, including a 5-0 shutout against the New York Rangers. Earlier, Bo Horvat tied the game at 1-1 in the second period with his sixth goal in six games, extending his point streak, and Kyle Palmieri scored a power-play goal in the third, assisted by Horvat for his 300th career assist. Mathew Schaefer also contributed with an assist, bringing his season total to 12 points in 16 games. The Islanders are continuing a seven-game road trip, with upcoming games against the Vegas Golden Knights and Utah Mammoth.
New Jersey Devils defenseman Simon Nemec scored his first goal of the season with just 4.7 seconds remaining in regulation, tying the game at 2-2 against the New York Islanders on Monday night. Nemec's shot, taken during a 6-on-5 situation with Jacob Markstrom pulled for an extra attacker, beat Ilya Sorokin and was confirmed good after an official review. His dramatic late goal extended the game to overtime before the Devils ultimately fell 3-2.
New York Islanders goaltender Ilya Sorokin made 32 saves on 34 shots faced in a 3-2 overtime victory against the New Jersey Devils on Monday night. Sorokin continued his stretch of strong play, having recently received practice tips from coach Patrick Roy, a Hall of Fame goaltender. He was not faulted for Timo Meier's early power-play goal after tic-tac-toe passing and was screened on Simon Nemec's late tying goal, showcasing resilience despite the challenging circumstances.
