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Cole Hutson Scores First NHL Goal in Capitals' 4-1 Victory Over Senators
Nineteen-year-old defenseman Cole Hutson logged 16:22 of ice time and scored a power-play goal during his NHL debut against Ottawa.
Sean Walker OT Goal Ruins Sidney Crosby Return in Hurricanes' 6-5 Victory
Sidney Crosby return featured his 28th goal of the season, but Sean Walker’s overtime winner with 28.3 seconds left secured a 6-5 win for Carolina.
Islanders Secure Cole Eiserman with Three-Year Entry-Level Contract Following Record-Breaking USNTDP Career
The New York Islanders have signed 2024 first-round pick Cole Eiserman to a three-year entry-level contract after the forward set a USNTDP record with 127 career goals.
Hockey Hall of Fame Retains Jack Hughes Puck from Milan Cortina Gold Medal Goal
Jack Hughes will not receive the puck used to score his gold-medal-winning goal at the Milan Cortina Olympics following a decision by the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Jack Hughes Requests Return of Gold Medal Overtime Puck from Hall of Fame
Jack Hughes is seeking the return of the puck used to score his gold medal-winning overtime goal for Team USA from its current display in Toronto.
Leon Draisaitl Sidelined: Oilers Forward to Miss Final 14 Games with Lower-Body Injury
Edmonton Oilers star Leon Draisaitl will miss the remainder of the regular season following a lower-body injury sustained during Sunday's victory over Nashville.
Sharks Playoff Finish: San Jose Targets Pacific Division or Wild Card Spot
The San Jose Sharks enter the final stretch with two postseason paths available: a wild card berth or a top-three seed in the Pacific Division.
Patrick Kane Nets Two Goals as Red Wings Defeat Flames 5-2 at Home
Patrick Kane moved into fourth place all-time among American-born goal scorers with a two-goal performance in Detroit's 5-2 victory over Calgary.
Blackhawks Sign Sacha Boisvert to Three-Year Deal Following 17-Point BU Season
The Chicago Blackhawks have secured Sacha Boisvert with a three-year contract carrying a $974,167 cap hit after the forward posted 17 points at Boston University.