03.01.2025
Florida Panthers 1 - 3 Carolina Hurricanes
The Carolina Hurricanes secured a 3-1 victory over the Florida Panthers, thanks to Jaccob Slavin's decisive third-period goal which came amidst a controversial play involving interference with Florida's goaltender, Sergei Bobrovsky. The decision was not challenged by the Panthers as it was determined that Matthew Tkachuk’s involvement caused the contact with Bobrovsky. Brent Burns and Martin Necas also scored for Carolina, with Necas sealing the win with an empty-net goal. The Hurricanes ended a streak of poor road performances, having lost eight of their previous nine away games, while Pyotr Kochetkov contributed significantly with 25 saves. Florida’s Anton Lundell scored their lone goal in the second period, with Bobrovsky making 37 saves in a losing effort. Notably, Bobrovsky played his 269th game with the Panthers, surpassing John Vanbiesbrouck on the franchise's all-time list for games played by a goaltender, while Juha Jaaska made his NHL debut for the Hurricanes.
New York Rangers 2 - 1 Boston Bruins
The New York Rangers snapped a four-game losing streak by beating the Boston Bruins 2-1 at Madison Square Garden, with Jonathan Quick making 32 saves. Quick's performance brought him his 399th NHL win, just one shy of becoming the first United States-born goalie to reach 400 wins. Mika Zibanejad, scoring his first goal in nine games, gave the Rangers an early lead, marking his 700th NHL point. Brett Berard scored the game-winning goal, with both goals occurring in the first period, a first for the Rangers in nine games. Elias Lindholm scored for the Bruins, who have struggled to finish opportunities despite strong defensive play. The game also marked the Rangers' first home win since Dec. 6, ending their home losing streak.
Washington Capitals 3 - 4 Minnesota Wild
Alex Ovechkin scored his 871st NHL goal, bringing him closer to Wayne Gretzky's all-time record, but the Washington Capitals fell to the Minnesota Wild 4-3 in a shootout. Ovechkin, who returned from a 16-game absence due to a fractured fibula, netted a power-play goal to level the score at 2-2. The Capitals' Martin Fehervary regained the lead in the third period, but Marco Rossi quickly responded to tie it again. Marc-Andre Fleury sealed the Wild's victory with a shootout save on Ovechkin, earning his 36th career shootout win on the road, tying an NHL record. In an eventful game, Ryan Hartman contributed a goal and an assist, and Yakov Trenin scored a memorable shorthanded goal for Minnesota. Meanwhile, Tom Wilson and Martin Fehervary also scored for the Capitals, and the team narrowly missed a bigger lead due to a disallowed goal.
Columbus Blue Jackets 4 - 5 Detroit Red Wings
In an exhilarating matchup, the Detroit Red Wings secured a last-minute victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets with Jonatan Berggren scoring the decisive goal just 36 seconds before the final horn in a 5-4 win. Berggren capitalized on a breakaway opportunity shortly after serving a penalty, following Tyler Motte's quick poke ahead. Alex DeBrincat played a crucial role with a goal and two assists, while Patrick Kane extended his goal streak to three games, edging closer to the NHL’s all-time assist list. James van Riemsdyk was pivotal for Columbus, scoring twice and adding an assist, but it wasn’t enough to overpower Detroit's resilient squad, which managed to win three consecutive games under new coach Todd McLellan. Cam Talbot and Elvis Merzlikins each made 21 saves for their respective teams. Despite a dynamic early play from Columbus, Zach Werenski emphasized the need for a full 60-minute performance, as lapses allowed Detroit to repeatedly come back, highlighting the grit and determination instilled by McLellan in this emergent Red Wings team.
New York Islanders 1 - 2 Toronto Maple Leafs
Bobby McMann scored both goals for the Toronto Maple Leafs, including the decisive one on a power play with just under three minutes left in the game, securing a 2-1 victory over the New York Islanders at UBS Arena. Joseph Woll was instrumental for Toronto, making 32 saves and earning praise for his patience and structure, as the game featured intense momentum swings and tight play. Although Scott Mayfield managed to tie the game for the Islanders in the second period, the Islanders' struggles continued, marking their third consecutive loss. Toronto swept the home-and-home series against New York, having also won 3-1 earlier in the week. Despite the loss, Islanders coach Patrick Roy emphasized the hard work of his team, though he noted the need for better shot quality. The game featured several close moments, including a near goal by Anders Lee, which was disallowed upon review. Additionally, Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews missed his sixth straight game due to an upper-body injury but may return for upcoming matches.
Dallas Stars 4 - 2 Ottawa Senators
In an exciting NHL clash, Roope Hintz delivered two goals to propel the Dallas Stars to a 4-2 victory over the Ottawa Senators at American Airlines Center. Hintz opened the scoring for Dallas, and after Ottawa took a brief lead, Jamie Benn tied the game before Hintz again found the net to give Dallas the advantage. Matt Duchene contributed a goal and an assist, while Wyatt Johnston and Jason Robertson each provided two assists. Dallas, having won four of its last five games, celebrated becoming the third NHL team to achieve 1,000 victories in the 21st century, following the Boston Bruins and Washington Capitals. Despite strong play from Brady Tkachuk, who notched his 99th career multi-point game, the Senators fell short due to lapses in focus and penalties. Johnston extended his point streak to five games, while Robertson accumulated seven points over the last three games.
Winnipeg Jets 3 - 4 Anaheim Ducks
In an exciting overtime victory, the Anaheim Ducks defeated the Winnipeg Jets 4-3 at Canada Life Centre, marking their third consecutive win. Troy Terry was pivotal, scoring twice, including the game-winner during a dramatic 2-on-1 break while the Anaheim net was off its moorings. The Ducks overcame a 2-0 deficit, highlighted by Radko Gudas' tying slap shot late in the third period with goalie John Gibson pulled for an extra skater. Gibson, praised by teammates for his steady presence, also assisted on the overtime winner, claiming his seventh career point and moving into second place for most career points by a Ducks goaltender. The Ducks' rally marked their fourth multi-goal comeback of the season, tying them for second most in the NHL. Leo Carlsson became the youngest player in Ducks history to score his 20th NHL goal, underscoring the team's blend of youthful talent and veteran leadership. Despite the Jets' strong start, with goals from Mark Scheifele, Adam Lowry, and Alex Iafallo, missed opportunities and turnovers proved costly in their second straight loss. Terry's four-game point streak and the team's resilience in one-goal games emphasize Anaheim's growing belief and character.
Colorado Avalanche 6 - 5 Buffalo Sabres
In a thrilling comeback, the Colorado Avalanche edged the Buffalo Sabres 6-5 in overtime at Denver. Jonathan Drouin tied the game with just eight seconds remaining in regulation, setting the stage for Devon Toews' breakaway winner 48 seconds into overtime. The Avalanche, pulling goalie Mackenzie Blackwood for an extra skater, managed to score twice in the final three minutes to force overtime, with Cale Makar cutting Buffalo's lead before Drouin's equalizer. Nathan MacKinnon added three assists, and Toews notched two assists, while Makar contributed two goals for the Avalanche, who have won six consecutive games. Jason Zucker recorded a hat trick and an assist for the Sabres, who had a two-goal lead in the third period but ultimately fell short. Sabres' goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 23 saves, while Colorado's Scott Wedgewood had to leave the game due to injury after allowing four goals.
Calgary Flames 3 - 5 Utah Hockey Club
Lawson Crouse's two-goal performance spearheaded the Utah Hockey Club's comeback victory over the Calgary Flames, ending their five-game losing streak with a 5-3 win at Scotiabank Saddledome. Utah displayed resilience by tying the game quickly in the third period with Clayton Keller's redirect and Crouse's deflected wrist shot, giving them a decisive lead. Kevin Stenlund's late empty-net goal sealed the victory. Notably, Logan Cooley extended his remarkable 12-game road point streak, marking one of the longest by a young player in NHL history. Despite Blake Coleman contributing a goal and an assist for Calgary, the Flames failed to preserve their lead, marking their first regulation loss this season when leading after two periods.
Vegas Golden Knights 5 - 2 Philadelphia Flyers
The Vegas Golden Knights secured a commanding 5-2 victory against the Philadelphia Flyers at T-Mobile Arena, showcasing their impressive run by winning seven out of their last eight games. Mark Stone led the charge for Vegas with a goal and an assist, while teammates Pavel Dorofeyev and Nicolas Hague also contributed to the scoreboard. Jack Eichel and Noah Hanifin added two assists each, helping the team overcome an early setback when Tyson Foerster scored just 21 seconds into the game for the Flyers. The Golden Knights quickly turned things around with four unanswered goals, including a standout wraparound goal by Hague and a precise wrist shot from Alexander Holtz. Despite Philadelphia's Travis Konecny narrowing the gap with a power-play goal, Tanner Pearson's empty-netter sealed the win for Vegas, leaving the Flyers alternating between wins and losses over their past six games.
Seattle Kraken - - - Vancouver Canucks
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San Jose Sharks - - - Tampa Bay Lightning
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