NHL: Devils 2, Avalanche 5
Nazem Kadri and Parker Kelly scored in a 1:02 span early in the third period and the Avalanche beat New Jersey on Wednesday night to end the Devils' winning streak at four.
Button on McDavid: 'We haven't seen this since Mario & Wayne, we're in a very rare time'
Is Connor McDavid taking his game to a level we've never seen before? How important was Tristan Jarry's shutout performance against the Flames? TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button joins SportsCentre to weigh in.
NHL: Flames 0, Oilers 4
Tristan Jarry made 24 saves to earn the shutout, Connor McDavid and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins each had a pair of assists, and the Oilers snapped a two-game skid, defeating the rival Flames on Wednesday. Calgary goalie Devin Cooley was run over in the crease by Colton Dach late in the first period and did not return to start the second.
NHL: Flyers 2, Capitals 5
Alex Tuch scored his eighth and ninth goals in his first season with Washington, the second into an empty net to help the Capitals seal a victory over the Flyers on Wednesday night. Jordan Kyrou also scored twice, and Aliaksei Protas added his first goal of the season as Washington completed a five-game homestand with four wins.
Why would Babcock scratch Walman this early in the season?
TSN's Ryan Rishaug joins SportsCentre to discuss why Edmonton Oilers' head coach Mike Babcock would scratch Jake Walman this early into the season.
How high is Jacob Fowler's ceiling?
Jacob Fowler is 6-1-0 for the Canadiens this season, and is coming off an impressive 46-save shutout against the Blues on Tuesday. The Florida native has a sparkling 1.54 GAA, and .942 save percentage so far, so what is the ceiling for the Habs' rookie netminder? TSN Hockey analysts Martin Biron and Marc Denis share their thoughts.
How worried should Maple Leafs be over Bobrovsky's poor start?
Toronto's Sergei Bobrovsky has started slow out of the gates, posting a 3-4-2 record, a 3.09 GAA and a .897 save percentage. How concerned should the Maple Leafs be with his performance so far? TSN Hockey analysts Marc Denis and Martin Biron joins Domino's That's Hockey host Gino Reda to weigh in.
'You can't really replace him': Leafs know filling Marchenko's role will be tough
With winger Kirill Marchenko ruled out week-to-week with a lower-body injury, linemate Jack Roslovic knows he will be tough to replace with all he does for the team and it will be on other guys to step up in his absence.
'Boost of confidence': McKenna ready to make most of opportunity on Leafs top line
With Kirill Marchenko not in the lineup, the Maple Leafs have moved Gavin McKenna to the top line alongside captain Auston Matthews and Jack Roslovic. The rookie spoke about what he has learned so far playing with Matthews in the time they have already shared the ice.
Roslovic sees similarities between McKenna and Matthews' rookie experiences
Maple Leafs rookie Gavin McKenna has played in the NHL for one month now and he has been surprised by a lot so far in his career. The packed schedule and the privilege of playing the game at the highest level has helped McKenna and Jack Roslovic sees similarities in the rookie experiences between No. 92 and No. 34.
Tanev upgraded day-to-day; Hiller not ruling out Saturday return against Vancouver
Chris Tanev was in a regular sweater during Leafs skate on Wednesday and head coach Jim Hiller said he is getting closer to a return, which could be this Saturday against the Canucks.
'Lane can play anywhere': Habs using Hutson in different spots as injuries mount
Trying new looks due to holes caused by injuries, Montreal's Lane Hutson has been used almost like a forward on the power play with how he carries and moves around with the puck. Head coach Martin St. Louis admitted that they are using different looks, and that ''Lane can play anywhere''. Kirby Dach also got a chance with the top PP unit, which he says isn't foreign to him either.
'It's a cool opportunity': Newhook slides to top line between Caufield and Slafkovsky
With the injuries piling up in Montreal, Alex Newhook played centre between Cole Caufield and Juraj Slafkovsky at practice Wednesday. Newhook says he is excited for the opportunity to work with the two talented wingers and help create offence.
'He brings a lot of levity to our room': Flames discuss impact Cooley has had on the team
Calgary Flames head coach Ryan Huska discusses what stands out about how Devin Cooley has played in net lately, and how his personality resonates in the Flames' locker room.
'You feel better when you're winning': Streaking Flames ready for tough test vs. Oilers
The Calgary Flames are taking their four-game winning-streak into Edmonton for the first Battle of Alberta of the season. Flames' head coach Ryan Huska discusses how this run is helping with the team's mentality, and Ryan Strome and Jake Middleton share their excitement to play in the Battle of Alberta and how facing Edmonton will be a good test.
Hyman heads to IR with 'stiff neck'; Babcock says news 'way better' than expected
The Oilers placed forward Zach Hyman on injured reserve Wednesday with a "stiff neck". Hyman suffered the injury in Monday's loss to the Red Wings when he took a hit from Andreas Englund. Head coach Mike Babcock says the news was 'way better' than expected and the team is just being 'extra cautious' with the forward.
Walman a healthy scratch as Oilers aim to rebound vs. Flames: 'We've slipped a little bit'
The Oilers have dropped back-to-back games after starting the season 8-1-1, and are looking to get back to playing their best hockey at home against the Flames. Jake Walman is set to be a healthy scratch for Edmonton, and head coach Mike Babcock spoke about why he's sitting the veteran defenceman on Wednesday.
Oilers know they need to bring their best to beat rival Flames: 'They're on a roll right now'
The Flames carry a four-game winning streak into a rivalry matchup against the Oilers in Edmonton on Wednesday night. The Oilers feel the Flames have found an identity of work ethic and grinding out wins, and know they need to bring their best to beat Calgary.
'Obviously not fun being out': Walman determined to fight his way back into Oilers lineup
Oilers defenceman Jake Walman shares his disappointment in being a healthy scratch against the Flames on Wednesday, but says he will approach things with the right attitude and is confident he will work his way back into Edmonton's lineup.
'Intentional with everything': Ex-Leaf McMann reveals lessons learned from Matthews
Bobby McMann learned a lot from Auston Matthews during his time with the Leafs. "You just see how intentional he is with everything that he does," the Kraken winger said. "There's a reason he scores so many goals and is so dynamic offensively."
'No friends right now': McMann pumped to face the few familiar faces left with Leafs
Bobby McMann will face the Leafs on Wednesday night for the first time since being traded in March. Although there's only a handful of familiar faces left after the 'crazy turnover' in the summer. The Kraken winger reflected on his four seasons in Toronto and shared how different life is in Seattle.
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