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The Talking Point: Was it the same problems of the past for the Oilers?

The Mike Babcock era got off to a losing start in Edmonton with the head coach saying his team had 'serious work to do' in order to set a better standard for themselves. TSN Hockey analyst Jamie McLennan discusses whether or not we saw the same old problems for the Oilers.


The Talking Point: Was it the same problems of the past for the Oilers?

The Mike Babcock era got off to a losing start in Edmonton with the head coach saying his team had 'serious work to do' in order to set a better standard for themselves. TSN Hockey analyst Jamie McLennan discusses whether or not we saw the same old problems for the Oilers.


NHL: Canucks 6, Oilers 5 (OT)

Evan Bouchard completed his hat trick and Vasily Podkolzin potted a pair to erase the Canucks three-goal lead in the third period to force overtime. But Paul Cotter's second of the game would spoil Edmonton's home opener.


NHL: Blackhawks 2, Golden Knights 5

Jack Eichel had a goal and two assists to reach 701 career points, and the Vegas Golden Knights beat the Chicago Blackhawks 5-2 in their season opener Tuesday night.


NHL: Canadiens 3, Maple Leafs 2

Alexandre Carrier's third period goal was the game-winner and Jakub Dobes made 26 saves to back the Canadiens to their first win of the season. Auston Matthews 10-0-0 home opener win streak came to an end with the loss.


NHL: Rangers 0, Bruins 3

Fraser Minten finished with a goal and an assist, while Jeremy Swayman made 24 saves to open his season with a shutout against the Rangers.


NHL: Panthers 1, Hurricanes 0 (OT)

Gustav Forsling scored the game's lone goal with 4.3 seconds remaining in overtime as the Panthers spoiled Carolina's banner raising celebration. Jacob Markstrom made 15 saves for the shutout in his Florida debut.


How different will McDavid and Oilers look under Babcock?

How different will Connor McDavid and the Oilers look under new head coach Mike Babcock? What does a successful season in Vancouver look like? Craig Button and Frankie Corrado join Domino's That's Hockey to share their thoughts.


Basu on how Habs might be viewing Leafs trade for Marchenko, expectations in Montreal

The Canadiens nearly acquired Matthew Knies during the last trade deadline and they also showed interest this summer in Kirill Marchenko. The Athletic's Arpon Basu joins TSN Maple Leafs reporter Mark Masters to discuss how the Habs are likely viewing this trade completed by their rivals and how Montreal is happy with how its team has rounded out.


Wild D Faber undergoes surgery for fractured skull suffered in preseason game

Wild defenceman Brock Faber underwent surgery to repair a fractured skull, general manager Bill Guerin told reporters on Tuesday. Guerin said the blueliner does not yet have a timetable for return. Faber sustained the injury during the team’s 2-1 loss to the Stars in their pre-season finale on Friday.


Maple Leafs, Canadiens bringing their own level of hype into new season

It's not unusual for the Maple Leafs and Canadiens to start their seasons playing against each other but the circumstances are always different, and this year is no exception. Toronto will feature a highly-touted rookie and an accomplished new goaltender while Montreal brings Cole Caufield and Lane Hutson who are each looking to build on career seasons.


Senators open new season with new captain Chabot

To no surprise to those around the organization, the Senators have named Thomas Chabot as the team's new captain. TSN's Claire Hanna has more on what led to the decision to give Chabot the 'C', including how deep his roots are in the community.


Oilers Ice Chips: RNH out for opener, Babcock may split McDavid, Draisaitl

The Oilers will be without centre Ryan Nugent-Hopkins for their season-opener against the Canucks with a lower-body injury, and remains without a timeline to make his season debut. TSN's Ryan Rishaug has more on that, and explains why Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl might need to be split up tonight.


Have new-look Maple Leafs closed the gap on Canadiens?

The Maple Leafs made more roster moves than any other team in the offseason, while the Canadiens come into the year with mostly the same squad that reached the Eastern Conference Final. Have the new-look Leafs closed the gap on the Habs? Craig Button and Frankie Corrado join Domino's That's Hockey to discuss.


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