NHL: Maple Leafs 2, Flames 5
The Flames jumped out to an early 3-0 lead thanks to a pair of goals from Matvei Gridin and Calgary wouldn't look back from there, as they added a pair of empty-netters for their fourth straight win.
NHL: Kings 6, Rangers 3
Drew Doughty had a goal and two assists, and Artemi Panarin added a power-play goal and an assist as the Los Angeles Kings beat the New York Rangers 6-3 on Monday night.
An old quote on McDavid comes back to bite Babcock
When Mike Babcock took the Oilers job, he stressed that the team needs more contributions from more players. Well, that hasn't been the case so far, and an old Babcock quote has come back to bite him. TSN's Ryan Rishaug explains.
'Cowboy' Cowan turning heads throughout Maple Leafs organization
The Maple Leafs have won four straight games since promoting Easton Cowan to the top line beside Auston Matthews. The sophomore winger piled up five points and helped Toronto keep Macklin Celebrini and Connor McDavid off the board in 5-on-5 play. Tonight, the kid they call Cowboy received a huge vote of confidence from general manager John Chayka in Calgary. TSN's Mark Masters has more in this report.
'It's going to be a really good relationship': Chayka liked how Hiller handled McKenna benching
Gavin McKenna has three goals and eight points through his first 13 NHL games and knows 'there's a lot more to learn, but believes he has already taken a step in his development. Head coach Jim Hiller and GM John Chayka weigh in on McKenna's early impact and say it's clear that he has the potential to grow into an elite player.
Leafs Ice Chips: Backlund game-time decision as blue wave invades C of Red
Tonight will be the final Maple Leafs game inside the Saddledome, and per usual, a huge group of Leafs fans is expected to invade 'The C of Red'. TSN's Mark Masters has more.
Leafs GM Chayka downplays desire to add on defence; Tanev 'progressing nicely'
Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka shared an update on defenceman Chris Tanev, who was in a red non-contact jersey at Maple Leafs practice on Monday. The GM said his team needs to improve their defensive play but he is optimistic that it can come internally and not necessarily via a transaction.
'Tough to ever improve on a player like that': Cowan quiets trade talk by exceeding Leafs expectations
With five goals and seven assists through 13 games this season, Easton Cowan has proven to be invaluable to the Maple Leafs and the impact he has had on the team has not gone unnoticed by general manager John Chayka. 'He's everything you want in a Toronto Maple Leaf,' stated Chayka about his young forward.
Chayka says Tavares skating on his own; Leafs plan to recall Joshua in next couple of days
Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka spoke with the media Monday and shared some updates on John Tavares, Dakota Joshua and Max Domi.
Chayka impressed by leadership, intelligence displayed by 'hockey savant' Matthews
The Maple Leafs have compiled a 7-4-2 record through 13 games this season and general manager John Chayka shared his early takeaways, including the genuine relationships the team has formed, thanks in part to the leadership shown from Auston Matthews.
'It feels a little bit like home': McKenna soaking up support during Leafs Western Canada swing
Gavin McKenna is feeling the love on his first Western Canada road trip with the Maple Leafs. The Whitehorse, Yukon native had a ton of family and friends in attendance to watch Toronto top the Oilers on Saturday and says playing at the rinks in Alberta 'feels a little bit like home'.
'I'm getting paid to score goals': Red-hot Draisaitl feels 'rattled' when he's not scoring
Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl, who has nine goals over his last six games, explains how "rattled" he feels when he's not putting the puck in the back of the net.
Frederic shares the message he received after being scratched: 'Just play harder'
Oilers forward Trent Frederic shares the message he received from Mike Babcock after being scratched against the Maple Leafs on Saturday night and explains that he knows what he needs to do to stick in the lineup.
Babcock on McDavid-Draisaitl pairing debate: 'I get paid to do what I think is right'
When asked about what it would take for him to consider separating superstars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, Oilers head coach Mike Babcock says it's a reporter's job to second guess decisions he makes and it's his job to make the decisions he feels are right.
Could Jets use Heritage Classic as season reset?
With the Connor Hellebuyck saga behind them, the Winnipeg Jets have found closure and are ready to move forward with their season with those distractions in their rear-view mirror. Could Winnipeg use the excitement and joy surrounding the Heritage Classic as a cathartic experience to reset their season? TSN's Jets reporter Danielle Bain has more.
Heritage Classic: Canadiens 2, Jets 1
Jacob Fowler made 33 saves and the Montreal Canadiens held off the Winnipeg Jets 2-1 on Sunday night in the NHL Heritage Classic at Princess Auto Stadium. Lane Hutson and Kaiden Guhle scored and Cole Caufield had two assists to help Montreal improve to 6-3-2.
How did Quinn Hughes' return compare to Brady Tkachuk's?
After Quinn Hughes was showered with boos in his return to Vancouver on Sunday night, TSN's NHL analyst Cameron Gaunce joins SportsCentre to compare his return to Brady Tkachuk's in Ottawa, analyzes the Quinn Hughes trade and gives his prediction for what the deal may look like in a year's time.
NHL: Wild 4, Canucks 2
Former Vancouver captain Quinn Hughes had a goal to reach 500 NHL points and added an assist in his return to Rogers Arena in the Minnesota Wild’s 4-2 victory over the Canucks on Sunday night. Kirill Kaprizov and Maxim Shabanov also each had a goal and assist, and Bobby Brink scored. Calvin Pickard made 15 saves as the Wild improved to 8-3-2.
Hurricanes, D Nikishin end stalemate with one-year contract
The Hurricanes have signed defenceman Alexander Nikishin to a one-year, $3 million contract, it was announced Sunday evening. Nikishin had asked for a trade this past summer but the Hurricanes had been trying to convince him to sign a one-year contract, allowing both sides to re-visit things in the off-season if he still wanted out, TSN Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun wrote in a post on X.
NHL: Avalanche 2, Predators 6
Ryan O’Reilly had two goals and two assists, Steven Stamkos added two goals and an assist and the Predators beat the Avalanche.
NHL: Panthers 3, Blackhawks 2
Lars Eller's first goal of the season, with 2:23 left in the third period, lifted the Panthers to a win over the Blackhawks. Matthew Tkachuk and Sandis Vilmanis also scored for Florida, which ended two-game losing streak.
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