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Flyers lose four straight to start season for first time since 2014-15The Flyers were outshot by a healthy margin again as they lost to the Lightning, 4-1, Monday night at Benchmark International Arena. Tampa Bay made it 3-1 with three minutes left in the game and added an empty-net goal…NBC Sports Philadelphia - Flyers · 2026-10-05
Flyers will try to improve, but will they be able to finally close a deal?Philadelphia Flyers general manager Daniel Brière has been trying to improve the roster but to no avail. He swung for Leo Carlsson before the Anaheim Ducks matched their 5-year, $90 million offer sheet, he reportedly…Flyers Nation · 2026-10-05
Did a faulty interpretation of the WHL's new OT rules take a bite out of the Vancouver Giants?Vancouver falls 3-2 in extra session to Penticton after Vees score off faceoff that resulted from referee's rulingThe Province NHL · 2026-10-05
Senators call up Donovan as Sanderson’s absence leaves a holeAs the Ottawa Senators get ready for only their second game of the season at TD Garden in Boston, the injuries on their back-end are slowly beginning to pile upSenShot · 2026-10-05
Alex Ovechkin Opens Up About Decision To Retire After This Season, Approach To Final Run With Capitals: 'I'm Gonna Enjoy This TIme'ARLINGTON, V.A. — Alex Ovechkin still loves the game.The Hockey News - Washington Capitals · 2026-10-05
What to make of the Avalanche’s power play early this seasonA brief analysis of what went wrong last season and how a simple, single change could fix things in 2026-27Mile High Sticking · 2026-10-05
Alexander Ovechkin to Make Final Trip to the SAP Center Later This SeasonWhen Washington Capitals legend Alexander Ovechkin first stepped foot in San Jose, the San Jose Sharks hadn't yet debuted "Holiday" as their new goal song for the first time. The SAP Center was still known as the HP…The Hockey News - San Jose Sharks · 2026-10-05
One defensive pairing is holding the Vegas Golden Knights back drasticallyThe Vegas Golden Knights are being held back by a defensive pair that should know better. Yes, Rasmus Andersson is a part of that pair. But who's hurting the Golden Knights with him?Vegas Hockey Knight · 2026-10-05
Red Wings shake up front office again amid 0-2 startThe Detroit Red Wings are going through a lot on and off the ice. They are winless in the 2026-27 NHL season following a loss to the Winnipeg Jets on Sunday. They hit the road for the first time on Tuesday in search of…ClutchPoints NHL · 2026-10-05
Injury updates and roster news as Blackhawks are moving forward to their home openerThe Blackhawks are looking to bounce back from their 0-3 start to the season, with other roster news, including Connor Bedard.Blackhawk Up · 2026-10-05
Sharks Game Day Gut Check and Lineups: Dickinson, Askarov, and MoreThe San Jose Sharks are 2-0-0 to start the season and now they're on the road for the first time in the 2026-27 campaign.The Hockey News - San Jose Sharks · 2026-10-05
Flyers Game Preview vs. Lightning: Key Road Trip Gets UnderwayAt some point, the Flyers need to get in the win column.The Hockey News - Philadelphia Flyers · 2026-10-05
Crosby, Malkin React To Ovechkin Retirement NewsSidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin discussed Alex Ovechkin's retirement on Monday.The Hockey News - Pittsburgh Penguins · 2026-10-05
Red Wings' Kris Draper to oversee pro scouting amid front office changes: SourcesDraper, who has run the Red Wings' amateur scouting department since 2019, will now oversee the team's pro scouting duties.The Athletic · 2026-10-05
Why the Maple Leafs feel better about their defensive play after three gamesLow-event hockey at the other end has gone unnoticed amid Toronto's offensive strugglesToronto Sun - Maple Leafs · 2026-10-05
GDT: Stars vs. Sharks (7 PM CT)GAME DAY: Dallas Stars vs. San Jose Sharks WHERE: American Airlines Center PUCK DROP: 7 PM TV: Prime Video RADIO: The Ticket 96.7-FM, 1310-AM PARTY ON PNC PLAZA: 5 p.m. at the South Entrance 50/50 BENEFICIARY: Dallas…Defending Big D · 2026-10-05
Maurice on Barkov Injury Rumor: ‘Don’t Bet on It.’ Updatedflorida panthers coach paul maurice said report aleksander sasha barkov injury had a 10-12 week timeline too early to tell, ‘do not bet‘ on it, ‘if I don’t know, no one else does’ This article: Maurice on Barkov Injury…Florida Hockey Now · 2026-10-05
Le Canada perd son influence au sein de l’IIHF, mais pas la RussieDe l’avis général, le Canada a subi une sanction historique à l’occasion des élections du conseil de l'IIHF.Radio-Canada Sports Hockey · 2026-10-05
Red Wings Governor and CEO Chris Ilitch Addresses Fan FrustrationDetroit Red Wings Governor and CEO Chris Ilitch addressed ongoing fan frustration in a message on his LinkedIn page.The Hockey News - Red Wings · 2026-10-05
The Flames Need a Spark. Could Suniev and Brzustewicz Provide It?The Calgary Flames have already made some significant roster moves early in the 2026-27 season, and those changes could open the door for a couple of young players waiting in the AHL.The Hockey News - Calgary Flames · 2026-10-05
3 takeaways from Kraken's 6-1 home opener win over FlamesThe Seattle Kraken beat the Calgary Flames 6-1 in their home opener on Oct. 4. Here are three takeaways from the Kraken's performance.Kraken Chronicle · 2026-10-05
NHL rumors: Oilers looking to improve forward depth amid injury bugThe Edmonton Oilers are already dealing with a ton of injuries this year. They are without five forwards so far, including Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, who is on IR. As the Oilers work through the opening part of the season,…ClutchPoints NHL · 2026-10-05
The Marchenko Bet & The Leafs’ Possession Play, Sundin’s Push for Bobrovsky, Second-Line Struggles — Maple Leafs NotebookIn the past two seasons, the Maple Leafs barely possessed the puck. Last season, they finished last in 5v5 shot-attempt share. The year they won their division, they finished 29th but were buoyed by excellent…Maple Leafs Hotstove · 2026-10-05
Jim Hiller on how Gavin McKenna is handling a slow first three NHL games offensively: “He just seems unflappable to me”After Monday’s practice, Jim Hiller discussed the Maple Leafs’ offense, his patience with line combinations, Gavin McKenna’s adjustment to the NHL, and the emphasis on getting pucks and traffic to the net. What are you…Maple Leafs Hotstove · 2026-10-05
One alarming stat shows just how bad the Buffalo Sabres power play has beenThe Buffalo Sabres are struggling on the man advantage again, but one unbelievable stat proves the team's power play issues run far deeper than a cold start.Sabre Noise · 2026-10-05
Robert Thomas enters new territory as Blues captainSt. Louis Blues captain Robert Thomas heads into uncharted territory as the season has already gotten off to a bumpy ride.Bleedin' Blue · 2026-10-05
Penguins' blockbuster mock trade for Simon Edvinsson could transform their teamWith trade rumors swirling around Detroit's Simon Edvinsson wanting a new team, the Pittsburgh Penguins should be making a blockbuster trade offer to get him.Pens Labyrinth · 2026-10-05
With new dad Bowen Byram back in fold, Blackhawks hope to stabilize defenseBlackhawks defenseman Bowen Byram got the call from his pregnant wife, Kailey, around 5:30 a.m. Saturday: He needed to get back to Chicago. He quickly left the Hawks’ hotel in Buffalo, landed in Chicago around 10:30 and…Chicago Sun-Times - Blackhawks · 2026-10-05
Vancouver Goldeneyes introduce a new GM. Could new jerseys be next?'We are excited for our official jerseys to be released soon. And we’re excited to have logos,' says incoming GM Alison IzziThe Province NHL · 2026-10-05
'I Tried To Take My Game To The Next Level; I Think I Did A Pretty Good Job.' -- Dalibor Dvorsky Put Work In This Summer To Elevate Game For Blues2023 first-round pick feels speed, quickness, footwork are essential to complement other components of gameThe Hockey News - St. Louis Blues · 2026-10-05