In Chicago, Erik Johnson scored midway through the third period to propel the Buffalo Sabres to a 3-2 win over the Blackhawks on Sunday night. The goal snapped a 2-2 tie. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 24 saves in the win. Buffalo … Continue reading
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Vegas use power play to rally past Canadiens for 6-5 win
In Montreal, the visiting Vegas Golden Knights scored three straight power play goals, including two in the third period just 44 seconds apart to erase a 4-3 deficit and take a 6-4 lead over the Canadiens. Shea Theodore scored at … Continue reading
Connor, Ehlers lead Jets over New Jersey, 6-3
In Winnipeg, Kyle Connor hit for a double for the Jets in their 6-3 win over the visiting New Jersey Devils on Tuesday night. Connor is tied for the league lead in goals this season. “There are just certain players … Continue reading
Three-goal second sends Canucks past Montreal, 5-2
In Montreal, the visiting Vancouver Canucks bounced back from a dismal loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday with a 5-2 win over the Canadiens. After a scoreless first period, the Canucks struck three times in the middle frame … Continue reading
Carolina edges Sabres it OT, 3-2
In Raleigh, the Hurricanes needed a goal from Martin Necas with 90 seconds gone in extra time on Tuesday night to edge the Buffalo Sabres, 3-2.“It’s a bunch of criss-crosses with the puck,” Necas said. “They were tired out there. … Continue reading
Senators end skid with 5-2 win over Pittsburgh
In Pittsburgh, Brady Tkachuk hit for a double on Saturday night to help the visiting Ottawa Senators end a three-game slide in a 5-2 win over the Penguins. “I think it forced us to play simple,” Tkachuk said. “I think … Continue reading