Hockey

Kucherov reportedly requests trade from Lightning

Nikita Kucherov informed teammates and the Lightning he will not re-sign and wants a trade, Elliotte Friedman reported, citing multiple sources.

Predators acquire Shane Wright for Wood

Seattle traded 2022 No. 4 pick Shane Wright to Nashville for 6-foot-4 winger Matthew Wood in a one-for-one deal announced Nov. 1, 2026.

Sports Court Orders Russia’s Return to Hockey Worlds

On Oct. 30, 2026, CAS overturned the IIHF ban, ordering Russian teams into five 2026-27 tournaments starting with World Juniors on Dec. 26.

Coronato's Four Points Lead Flames to 6-2 Win

Coronato's career-high four points led Calgary past Seattle 6-2; Suniev one-timed a Frost feed under the crossbar to break a 1-1 tie.

Blues rally past Red Wings 5-4, Kaskimaki scores first NHL goal

The St. Louis Blues rallied from a two-goal third-period deficit to beat the Detroit Red Wings 5-4, with Aleksanteri Kaskimaki scoring his first NHL goal with 6:45 remaining. Pavel Buchnevich and Justin Barron also scored in the comeback, while Lucas Raymond led Detroit with a goal and an assist.

Canada snaps eight-game skid against U.S., wins 5-3

Canada beat the United States 5-3 in a women’s hockey exhibition, ending an eight-game losing streak against its rival. Sarah Fillier scored the go-ahead goal after the Americans erased a two-goal deficit, ahead of the teams’ second tune-up and next month’s world championship.

Tuch Scores Twice as Capitals Beat Flyers 5-2

The Washington Capitals hosted the struggling Philadelphia Flyers on Wednesday after a 4-3 overtime win over Buffalo, while Philadelphia entered on a back-to-back following its own 4-3 overtime loss to Columbus. Alex Tuch scored early for Washington, and Noel Acciari left the game after a collision near the boards.

Michigan Nears Unanimous No. 1 in Hockey

Michigan earned a near-unanimous No. 1 ranking in the latest college hockey poll after beating Western Michigan, a top-five team, and will open Big Ten play with a road series at Ohio State.

Hurricanes End Nikishin Holdout With One-Year, $3 Million Deal

The Carolina Hurricanes signed restricted free-agent defenseman Alexander Nikishin to a one-year, $3 million contract, ending his holdout after he missed the start of the season. Nikishin, an All-Rookie selection who helped Carolina win the Stanley Cup, recorded 33 points in 81 games last season.

Nylander reaches 300 goals in Leafs' 7-2 rout

William Nylander scored twice in Toronto’s 7-2 win over Edmonton to become the sixth Maple Leaf to reach 300 career goals, all with the franchise. Coach Jim Hiller praised the milestone and Nylander’s career, saying he believes the forward has plenty left to accomplish.

Capitals beat Sabres 4-3 in OT

Alex Tuch scored twice, including the OT winner at 3:42, as Capitals rallied from a 2-0 deficit to beat Sabres 4-3 on Oct. 24, 2026.

Hurricanes expected to face Blues in road-trip finale

The league-leading Carolina Hurricanes close their road trip against a surging St. Louis Blues team after losing 6-5 to Edmonton in a shootout. St. Louis is coming off a 6-2 win over Vegas, while Carolina gets Seth Jarvis back from shoulder surgery.

Devils Acquire Three-Time Vezina Winner Hellebuyck

Devils acquired three-time Vezina winner Connor Hellebuyck from the Jets on Oct. 23, 2026 for Mercer, Daws, Bjugstad, Command and two picks, ending his trade standoff.

Maple Leafs beat Rangers 5-4 on last-minute goal

Troy Stecher scored with 27.5 seconds left to give the Toronto Maple Leafs a 5-4 win over the New York Rangers, extending Toronto’s winning streak to three games and New York’s road winless streak to five. Toronto’s fourth line helped drive the comeback, while the Rangers couldn’t hold on after Alexis Lafrenière tied the game late.

Former Rangers Star Ron Duguay Dies at 69

Former Rangers star Ron Duguay died at 69 of stage-four colon cancer after 274 NHL goals; family and team announced it and Sarah Palin paid tribute.

Devils Acquire Hellebuyck in Six-Asset Trade

At least three teams are pursuing a trade for Winnipeg Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck, who requested a move after failing to report to training camp and is serving an unpaid suspension that ends Friday. A deal is not assured before then; the Jets may resume paying him while keeping him away from the team, and Buffalo has been mentioned as a possible destination.

Flyers rookie Cole Knuble scores first NHL goal

Flyers rookie Cole Knuble made his NHL debut after being called up to cover for injured forwards, sharing the milestone with his parents—including father and former Flyer Mike—watching from the stands. In his second game, the 22-year-old scored his first NHL goal, strengthening his case to remain with Philadelphia.

Canucks enter Red Wings matchup amid eight-game skid

The rebuilding Vancouver Canucks’ early-season slide has reached an eight-game winless streak, with repeated third-period collapses and persistent defensive and penalty-kill problems adding to players’ frustration. As they prepare to face Detroit, questions are growing about whether the team can build a constructive development environment for its young prospects while losing.

Islanders Beat Leafs 4-1, Extend Toronto Skid

Bo Horvat scored the go-ahead goal and added an assist as the New York Islanders beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-1, handing Toronto its third straight loss. Simon Holmstrom scored twice, while Islanders goalie Ilya Sorokin made 28 saves.

Lightning erase two-goal deficit, beat Canucks 4-2

Nikita Kucherov scored twice as Tampa Bay rallied from a 2-0 deficit to beat Vancouver 4-2, moving him within three points of Steven Stamkos’ franchise scoring record. Jake Guentzel scored the go-ahead goal, while Vancouver ended its six-game road trip without a win.

Ehlers’ Winner Gives Hurricanes Seventh Straight Win

"I love coming back here," Nikolaj Ehlers said before scoring the power-play winner in Carolina's 3-2 win over Winnipeg, its seventh straight.

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Arizona State Names Hakstol Amid Hockey Probe

Arizona State named former NHL and North Dakota coach Dave Hakstol to lead its men’s hockey program after Greg Powers mutually agreed to leave amid an ongoing investigation into an August workout that left player Matthew Mayich critically ill. The coaching change follows scrutiny of the workout and calls from players and Mayich’s family for accountability; Mayich remains hospitalized.

NHL Games Set for Thursday Across Three Matchups

The 3-2-2 Florida Panthers host the 2-6 Vancouver Canucks, who have lost five straight and are nearing the end of a long road trip, after Florida’s 7-3 win over Columbus. Betting previews favor Florida to win by more than a goal, though the Panthers have had trouble covering the puck line this season.