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Tage Thompson scored two goals, including the go-ahead power-play goal in the third period, to help the Buffalo Sabres secure a 3-2 victory against the Los Angeles Kings. This marks the Sabres' third consecutive win.
David Pastrnak scored his 428th career goal for the Boston Bruins, surpassing Patrice Bergeron to claim sole possession of third place on the franchise's all-time goal-scoring list. Pastrnak achieved this milestone in his 848th regular-season game.
New Oilers coach Mike Babcock is reportedly sending a clear message to the team through his early-season lineup decisions.
Jesper Wallstedt shared with NHL.com that his childhood dream was to play in the NHL, inspired by his idol, Henrik Lundqvist. Wallstedt and his brother would stay up late in Sweden to watch the New York Rangers play.
Chris Cuthbert, a veteran broadcaster, will be honored with the Foster Hewitt Memorial Award at the Hockey Hall of Fame media luncheon on November 9 in Toronto. Cuthbert expressed that receiving the award is the "ultimate honor" for an NHL broadcaster.
Matt Coronato recorded a goal and three assists, marking his first four-point and three-assist game in his fourth NHL season, as the Calgary Flames defeated the Seattle Kraken 6-2. Joel Farabee contributed a goal and two assists for the Flames.
Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov has reportedly requested a trade, according to sources. However, general manager Julien BriseBois stated the team has "no intention of trading" the star player.
ESPN's Wyshynski assesses early-season overreactions as all 32 NHL teams have played double-digit games.
Gavin McKenna, the first overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs on July 3. He is expected to play for the Maple Leafs.
The St. Louis Blues reassigned forward Otto Stenberg to their AHL affiliate, the Springfield Thunderbirds, following Thursday's game.
Calgary Flames goalie Devin Cooley is week to week due to a lower-body injury. He sustained the injury during Wednesday's game against the Edmonton Oilers after a collision in the crease.
Montreal Canadiens rookie goalie Jacob Fowler is considered an early contender for the Calder Trophy, according to NHL.com's fantasy staff. Fowler is currently on a six-game winning streak, with a 6-1-0 record this season.
Connor Hellebuyck is anticipated to make his second start for the New Jersey Devils as they face the Vegas Golden Knights. Hellebuyck, acquired from the Winnipeg Jets, previously stopped 17 of 18 shots in his Devils debut, a 5-1 win over the Dallas Stars.
Senators forward Hayden Hodgson received a game misconduct and major penalty in the second period Thursday night for driving the Kings' Brandt Clarke into the boards.
Tage Thompson achieved a natural hat trick and added two assists, contributing to the Buffalo Sabres' 7-6 victory against the Anaheim Ducks. The Sabres scored six consecutive goals after trailing by two goals twice in the first period.
The Los Angeles Kings defeated the Ottawa Senators 6-5 in overtime. Quinton Byfield scored the game-winning goal with 1:23 remaining in the extra period, after the Kings had lost a four-goal lead in the third period.
Alex Tuch scored the go-ahead goal in the third period, leading the Washington Capitals to a 4-3 victory over the Nashville Predators on Thursday. This win extends the Capitals' winning streak to three games.
Robert Thomas and Philip Broberg each recorded a goal and two assists, contributing to the St. Louis Blues' 4-1 win against the Boston Bruins. Joel Hofer made 31 saves for the Blues, who ended a two-game scoring drought.
Cole Caufield and Alex Newhook each scored two goals, leading the Montreal Canadiens to a 5-2 victory over the Dallas Stars on Thursday. The Canadiens have now won four consecutive road games.
