NHL: Devils 2, Capitals 4
Four different scorers found the back of the net for Washington including a highlight-reel goal from Ryan Leonard as the Capitals beat the Devils. Logan Thompson made 29 saves on 31 shots to secure the win.
Leafs Ice Chips: Hiller calls on Cowan with Tavares out; Tanev back on the ice
With John Tavares being listed as week-to-week, Maple Leafs forward Easton Cowan will be moving up to the second line in his absence beside Nick Paul and Kirill Marchenko. Head coach Jim Hiller said he was impressed with Cowan in their tilt against the Sabres and said he kept up the intensity late in the contest and continued to create chances.
'We could've scored a few more': Nylander looking to build on chemistry with Matthews
After uniting for the first time for a full game with Captain Auston Matthews on the top line, Maple Leafs forward William Nylander spoke about the chances they had together and wants to continue to build the chemistry between them.
'Big shoes to fill': McKenna takes Tavares' spot on Leafs top power play unit
With Maple Leafs forward John Tavares considered week-to-week with a lower-body injury, Gavin McKenna will occupy his spot on the top power play unit. McKenna spoke about the 'big shoes' he will have to fill down low and plans to work hard to match the talent of the players around him on the man advantage.
'I trust him': Leafs rookie McKenna remains confident in wake of benching
Gavin McKenna played just six minutes and 36 seconds during the Maple Leafs’ 5-4 overtime loss to the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday night at Scotiabank Arena. His last shift came midway through the second period. McKenna says he's is willing to play whatever role the team wants and was relieved to hear the benching had nothing to do with his play.
Habs Ice Chips: David Reinbacher's long-awaited Bell Centre debut
Montreal Canadiens' 2023 fifth overall pick will make his long-awaited Bell Centre debut Saturday night against the Sabres. The 21-year old defenceman has only played two NHL games since his name was called in the NHL draft as his development has been impacted by injuries. TSN's Montreal reporter Kenzie Lalonde has more.
Kapanen returns from injury, Reinbacher draws in for Canadiens
After suffering an injury in preseason, Canadiens forward Oliver Kapanen is feeling good and is excited to be back on the ice. Defenceman David Reinbacher draws into the line up tonight to aid in Montreal's injuries on the blue line and says he wants to go out there with the mindset of trusting in his abilities, playing with confidence and having fun.
NHL: Bruins 4, Ducks 2
Elias Lindholm assisted on the tying goal and scored the go-ahead goal in the third period as the Bruins rallied to beat the Ducks for their fourth straight victory. Beckett Sennecke got his fifth goal for Anaheim, who have lost three straight home games.
NHL: Penguins 2, Avalanche 5
Nathan MacKinnon had three assists and a power-play goal, while Artturi Lehkonen scored twice as the Avalanche rallied to beat the Penguins. Evgeni Malkin and Bryan Rust gave Pittsburgh a 2-0 lead after scoring 29 seconds apart midway through the first period, however the Avs erupted for five straight tallies, including three in the second period.
Ullmark: Hot start or threat to win the Vezina again?
Linus Ullmark is a perfect 6-0 to start the season, which ties a Senators franchise record. Is the Sens goaltender just off to a hot start or could he win the Vezina Trophy for the second time in his career? Martin Biron joins That's Hockey to share his thoughts.
Gino, Biron don't hold back on Hiller's mistakes behind the bench
Maple Leafs rookie Gavin McKenna played just six minutes and 36 seconds during Toronto's overtime loss to the Sabres on Thursday night, with his last shift coming midway through the second period. That's Hockey's Gino Reda and Martin Biron weigh in on head coach Jim Hiller and his decision to bench the first overall pick.
Habs' D-core adapting to defensive philosophy tweaks, looking to be more aggressive
Canadiens defenceman Noah Dobson and Arber Xhekaj discuss adapting to some tweaks to the defensive philosophy this season, and the importance of playing more aggressive to take time and space away from the opposition.
Wisconsin native Caufield thrilled to see Brewers reach WS for first time in 44 years
Wisconsin native Cole Caufield discusses his excitement to see his Brewers sweep the Dodgers and reach the World Series for the first time since 1982.
After up-and-down start, Habs believe they're trending in the right direction
Canadiens head coach Martin St. Louis and forward Cole Caufield discuss the team's up-and-down start to the season and why they believe the group is on the right track.
Anderson discusses his newfound scoring prowess, credits his linemates
Canadiens forward Josh Anderson, who has four goals in seven games, discusses his newfound scoring prowess, his elevation to the second line to play with Chris Kreider and Alex Newhook, and the chemistry the trio is developing together.
The Talking Point: Hiller benched McKenna! How? Why? And who's to blame?
Gavin McKenna's season-low ice time in Thursday's loss against the Sabres stood out like sore thumb but how could something like that happen to a rookie who was riding a four-game point streak for the Maple Leafs? TSN Hockey analyst Martin Biron shares his thoughts.
'We just give up too much room': Bobrovsky says Leafs must learn from Sabres setback
Sergei Bobrobsky believes the Leafs must learn from Thursday's loss to the Sabres, which saw the team blow a 4-2 lead in the third period. "It was a good lesson for us," the goalie said. "I think we give up lots of chances 5-on-5 and I think it can be cleaned up.''
Matthews insists Leafs 'actually had a good process' despite blowing third-period lead
The Leafs were outshot 11-4 in the third as Buffalo rallied from two down to force OT. "Honestly, I thought we actually had a good process," Auston Matthews said. "We were doing the right things, taking care of the puck." The captain liked how the top line operated with William Nylander.
Marchenko shows 'pure skill' in first Leafs hat trick but overtime mistake spoils night
Kirill Marchenko broke out with his first hat trick with the Leafs on Thursday, but the winger found it hard to enjoy the moment. "I will remember this night, but it's so bad when we lose," he said. "I kind of frustrated, because it's my mistake in overtime."
'It's not fair to him': Leafs coach Hiller explains why McKenna was benched
Leafs rookie Gavin McKenna did not play in the second half of Thursday's game against the Sabres. Coach Jim Hiller insisted the benching was more about game management and not performance related.
NHL: Islanders 1, Senators 2 (SO)
Linus Ullmark made 20 saves in regulation and couldn't be beat in the shootout as the Senators edged the Islanders on Thursday night. Ridly Greig scored for Ottawa, which also had two goals called back, helping Ullmark improve to 6-0 on the season.
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