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Panthers Assign Alexander Petrovic To The AHL Ahead Of Aaron Ekblad's ReturnThe Florida Panthers have assigned defenseman Alexander Petrovic to the Charlotte Checkers of the AHL, signalling Aaron Ekblad is ready to return for the home opener on Saturday.The Hockey News - Panthers · 2026-10-08
AVS AFTERMATH: Lose-Apeg AgainPlayer Grades and Game Observations from the first loss of the season.Dater On Avalanche (Adrian Dater) · 2026-10-08
«On ne connaît pas son plafond» : Martin St-Louis satisfait de Zachary BolducLe début de saison du Québécois plaît à son coach.Le Journal de Montreal - Canadien · 2026-10-08
(10-8-26) Sharks-Blues Gameday LineupColton Parayko will pass Barret Jackman for second in franchise history for games played; Barron to make St. Louis debut, looking forward to playing, goes in for Lindstein; Blues open at home with opportunity to end…The Hockey News - St. Louis Blues · 2026-10-08
Oilers’ Trade Interest in Kirby Dach Is Very PuzzlingWhile the Edmonton Oilers own a 2-0-1 record through their first three games of the season, it’s fair to say there have been a few points of concern with their…The Hockey Writers - Edmonton Oilers · 2026-10-08- Grading Oilers & Penguins’ Stastney-for-Hallander SwapThe Edmonton Oilers had too many defensemen on their roster, while the Pittsburgh Penguins were dealing with an overabundance of forwards. On Wednesday (Oct. 7) morning, those two teams swapped…The Hockey Writers - Pittsburgh Penguins · 2026-10-08
Flames prospect Jonathan Castagna set to make NHL debut on Thursday against ColoradoA week full of milestones for Calgary Flames prospect Jonathan Castagna will cap off with a pretty big one on Thursday night: his National Hockey League debut. It sounds like Jonathan Castagna will make his NHL debut…FlamesNation · 2026-10-08
Surprise à Vancouver : véritable coup dur pour Brendan Gallagher confirméLe départ de Brendan Gallagher vers Vancouver devait lui permettre de tourner une nouvelle page dans sa carrière.Rumeurs de Transaction · 2026-10-08
Buffalo-area restaurant receives shoutout from Sabres' Zach BensonZach Benson is playing his fourth NHL season with the Buffalo Sabres, and one Western New York eatery has consistently earned the popular winger's business.Sabre Noise · 2026-10-08
Bruins coach Marco Sturm pushing the panic button against Utah is not surprisingBoston Bruins coach Marco Sturm explains putting together a new second line against the Utah Mammoth.Causeway Crowd · 2026-10-08
Flyers Game Preview vs. Senators: Opportunity to Change the NarrativeBunting debuts as the Flyers seek their first win of the season.The Hockey News - Philadelphia Flyers · 2026-10-08
NY Islanders dealing with early adversity as they host Chicago Blackhawks at UBSNY Islanders dealing with early adversity as they host Chicago Blackhawks at UBSEyes On Isles · 2026-10-08
NHL Predictions: Tampa Bay Lightning vs Minnesota Wild; October 8thWelcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey break down the action with in-depth analysis. We look at key matchups, storylines, and stats, then make predictions based on how things…Last Word On Hockey - Lightning · 2026-10-08
Sharks star Macklin Celebrini gets official injury status ahead of Blues clashThe San Jose Sharks have opened the season at 2-1-0. The team lost its last time out, falling to the Dallas Stars 5-0. In that game, Sharks star Macklin Celebrini was out of the lineup due to an injury. Now, there is an…ClutchPoints NHL · 2026-10-08
Evaluating The Canadiens’ Pursuit Of Larkin: Talent Vs. RealityCheck out the latest trade rumour regarding the Habs, as Dylan Larkin's name keeps popping up in various reports.Sportsnaut NHL · 2026-10-08
Senators' Thomas Chabot reminding everyone he remains world-class NHL defencemanThe 29-year-old is playing some of his best hockey in a while, with two points, a ton of blocks and 25:50 of ice time per game to start the season.Ottawa Citizen NHL · 2026-10-08
Blackhawks Vs Islanders: Projected Lineup, How To Watch, & More Ahead Of Game 5The Chicago Blackhawks will take on the New York Islanders in game five of the season.The Hockey News - Chicago Blackhawks · 2026-10-08
Devils Receive Encouraging Update on Injured DefensemanThe New Jersey Devils just received some encouraging news on the injury front. Defenseman Jonas Siegenthaler is doing better than […]New Jersey Hockey Now · 2026-10-08
Puck Picks: MacKinnon’s Bounce-Back Spot; Kadri’s Calgary Return; The Blues’ Top Line, and MoreWelcome back to Puck Picks! Each Thursday, I break down some of my favorite NHL bets, explain the reasoning behind them, and track performance transparently. The goal of this column isn’t just to share picks, but to…DobberHockey · 2026-10-08
Alberts Šmits Growing ‘More Confident’ As He Continues To Emerge For RangersThe emergence of Alberts Šmits benefits the New York Rangers’ present and future.The Hockey News - New York Rangers · 2026-10-08
Seth Jarvis Sheds Non-Contact Jersey; Is The Star Winger's Return Imminent?Carolina’s top goal scorer cleared a major recovery hurdle at Thursday’s practice, swapping his injury bib for full-contact drills as his early return to the lineup nears.The Hockey News - Carolina Hurricanes · 2026-10-08
Du renfort plus tôt que prévu pour les Hurricanes de la Caroline ?Le nom de Seth Jarvis figure toujours sur la liste des joueurs blessés. L'attaquant se remet d'une opération à l'épaule subie après la finale de la Coupe Stanley. On devait compter son absence en nombre de mois, mais…Tout sur le hockey (TSLH) · 2026-10-08
Kraken Place Ryan Lindgren On IRSeattle loses a defensive anchor and penalty-kill specialist for a grueling five-game road trip as an upper-body injury sidelines the veteran blueliner for up to six weeks.The Hockey News - Seattle Kraken · 2026-10-08
Calgary Flames Confirm Big Changes Ahead of Clash With the Colorado AvalancheThe Calgary Flames look to find their first points of the 2026/27 season on Thursday, and ahead of the game they've confirmed some big changes.Flame for Thought · 2026-10-08
First career ‘fight’ fun for Red Wings’ Finnie, so is playing centerYoung forward was eager to scrap, feeling comfortable at his natural position.MLive - Red Wings · 2026-10-08
Blackhawks enigma Artyom Levshunov following his instincts to encouraging startThe handful of Blackhawks fans who counter-productively booed Artyom Levshunov during his player introduction Tuesday certainly weren't booing him about an hour later. Instead, they had just witnessed arguably the best…Chicago Sun-Times - Blackhawks · 2026-10-08
Gerard Gallant believes Gavin McKenna is destined for STARDOM: Leafs Morning TakeFollowing their eventful 5-4 overtime win over Nashville, the Leafs are on the road for the first time in 2026-27. That’s where the conversation started on Thursday’s edition of Leafs Morning Take, as we joked about…The Leafs Nation · 2026-10-08
John Chayka on observing Auston Matthews’ leadership firsthand: “I probably didn’t fully appreciate the type of leader he is… It’s almost a bit of a magnetic pull that he has”Before the game against Nashville, Mats Sundin and John Chayka joined Brad May and Ryan Leslie to discuss the Maple Leafs’ early-season progress, building the team’s identity, their working relationship in the front…Maple Leafs Hotstove · 2026-10-08
The Boston Bruins Need to Pick a Lane With Pavel Zacha(Photo Credit: Rich Gagnon/Getty Images) By: Tom Calautti | Follow me on Twitter/X @TCalauttis The Boston Bruins have a decision to make on Pavel Zacha; the direction they choose could have seismic implications on the…Black N' Gold Hockey · 2026-10-08
Preview: Avs in Cowtown for second of a back-to-back with FlamesCALGARY, CANADA - APRIL 14: Nathan MacKinnon #29 of the Colorado Avalanche gets ready for a faceoff against the Calgary Flames during the second period at the Scotiabank Saddledome on April 14, 2026 in Calgary, Canada.…Mile High Hockey · 2026-10-08