Los Angeles Kings defenseman Drew Doughty is week-to-week with a lower-body injury, head coach Ji...

<p>Los Angeles Kings defenseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/560" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/560">Drew Doughty</a> is week-to-week with a lower-body injury, head coach Jim Hiller announced Monday. </p><p>Doughty left Saturday's win over the Ottawa Senators after blocking a shot with his foot. The ailment is unrelated to the broken ankle he sustained last season. </p><p>"Completely separate. It'll heal just fine," Hiller said, according to <a href="https://www.nhl.com/news/drew-doughty-week-to-week-for-los-angeles-with-lower-body-injury?utm_source=xdotcom&amp;utm_medium=nhl_social&amp;utm_campaign=media">NHL.com</a>.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Doughty's notched eight points in 19 games this season while averaging over 22 minutes per contest. Missing time could jeopardize his chances of making Canada's Olympic team, which he <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3346193" href="https://thescore.com/news/3346193">said</a> he expects to be on in September. </p><p>The soon-to-be 36-year-old was an injury replacement on Canada's 4 Nations Face-Off squad in February. Doughty played only six NHL games before the tournament, where he added to his illustrious international resume that includes two Olympic gold medals, a World Cup of Hockey title, and a world junior gold.</p><p>Olympic teams must submit their rosters by Dec. 31. </p><p>Doughty's in his 18th NHL season since the Kings drafted him second overall in 2008. He's under contract through 2027 at an $11-million cap hit. </p>

MONTREAL, QC - NOVEMBER 11: Drew Doughty (8) of the Los Angeles Kings skates during the first period of the NHL game between the Los Angeles Kings and the Montreal Canadiens on Nov 11, 2025, at the Bell Centre in Montreal, QC

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<p>Boston Bruins defenseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/5599" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/5599">Charlie McAvoy</a> took a slap shot to the the face against the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday and was ruled out for the remainder of the game as the teams emerged for the third period.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Charlie McAvoy leaves the the game after taking a puck to the face <a href="https://t.co/QlsNdINYoD">pic.twitter.com/QlsNdINYoD</a></p>— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) <a href="https://twitter.com/Sportsnet/status/1989870753508958681?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 16, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>McAvoy entered the contest with 14 points in 18 outings this season while averaging more than 24 minutes per game.</p><p>The 27-year-old was limited to 50 appearances last season due to a shoulder injury sustained at the 4 Nations Face-Off.</p>

MONTREAL, CANADA- NOVEMBER 15: Charlie McAvoy #73 of the Boston Bruins exits the ice with a medical staff after being hit to the face by a puck during the second period of the NHL regular season game between the Montreal Canadiens and the Boston Bruins at the Bell Centre on November 15, 2025 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

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<p>Dallas Stars defenseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/8659" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/8659">Thomas Harley</a> is week-to-week with a lower-body injury, the team announced Saturday.</p><p>The Stars ruled out Harley moments before their tilt against the Philadelphia Flyers. He played over 21 minutes in their win over the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday.</p><p>The 24-year-old, who signed an eight-year, $84.7-million extension in October, has notched 10 points in 18 contests this season.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Harley enjoyed a breakout season in 2024-25, finishing seventh in Norris Trophy voting. He notched 50 points in 78 appearances and played a key role on Canada's blue line at the 4 Nations Face-Off. He's expected to be a front-runner to make the Olympic team in February.</p><p>The Stars entered Saturday second in the Central Division at 11-4-3. </p>

MONTREAL, CANADA - NOVEMBER 13: Thomas Harley #55 of the Dallas Stars skates during the first period against the Montréal Canadiens at the Bell Centre on November 13, 2025 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The Dallas Stars defeated the Montréal Canadiens 7-0.

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<p>The Toronto Maple Leafs activated goaltender <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/8266" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/8266">Joseph Woll</a> to their roster on Friday after a two-game conditioning stint with the AHL Marlies. </p><p>Woll returned from a month-long personal absence on Oct. 24 and has been ramping up on-ice activity since. Toronto has yet to announce who will start Saturday's clash against the Chicago Blackhawks, but Woll said he's ready whenever called upon, per <a href="https://x.com/markhmasters/status/1989392909037441152">TSN's Mark Masters</a>.</p><p>The Maple Leafs are without <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/9766" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/9766">Anthony Stolarz</a> due to injury. If Woll starts Saturday, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/13814" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/13814">Dennis Hildeby</a> will likely back him up.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Toronto ranks 26th this season with an .877 save percentage. </p><p>Woll went 27-14-1 last campaign with a .909 save percentage in a career-high 42 games, then posted a .886 clip in seven playoff contests against the Florida Panthers.</p><p>The Maple Leafs have lost four straight games.</p>

NEWARK, NJ - APRIL 09: Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Joseph Woll (60) tends the net during a game between the Toronto Maple Leafs and New Jersey Devils on April 9, 2024 at Prudential Center in the Newark, New Jersey.

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<p>The Toronto Maple Leafs placed forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/6397" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/6397">David Kampf</a> on unconditional waivers for the purpose of contract termination, the team announced Thursday.</p><p>If Kampf goes unclaimed through 2 p.m. Friday, he'll become an unrestricted free agent and be eligible to sign with any team. </p><p>Kampf was under contract with Toronto through 2027 at an annual cap hit of $2.4 million. He hasn't suited up for the Leafs this season and has made four appearances with the AHL's Marlies. </p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Kampf has played 536 games across eight seasons between the Maple Leafs and the Chicago Blackhawks. He's notched 143 points over that span while primarily being deployed as a bottom-six center.</p><p>The 30-year-old is expected to draw interest as a free agent, <a href="https://www.tsn.ca/nhl/video/2025/11/13/early-trading-latest-on-kampf-situation-and-could-pinto-join-team-usa/">TSN's Darren Dreger</a> reports. Kampf is also a strong candidate to represent Czechia at the Olympics in February.</p>

TORONTO, ON - MARCH 13: Toronto Maple Leafs center David Kampf (64) controls the puck on his stick in the second period during the NHL regular season game between the Buffalo Sabres and the Toronto Maple Leafs on March 13, 2023 at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON.

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<p>Toronto Maple Leafs captain <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/5586" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/5586">Auston Matthews</a> will miss at least a week of action due to a lower-body injury, according to <a href="https://x.com/reporterchris/status/1988985831579935093">The Athletic's Chris Johnston</a>. </p><p>Matthews left Tuesday's contest against the Boston Bruins after colliding with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/3174" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/3174">Nikita Zadorov</a> and didn't return.</p><p>Matthews was limited to 67 games last season due to injury but entered the new campaign saying he was healthy. The 28-year-old has nine goals and five assists in 17 games this year.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Toronto goaltender <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/9766" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/9766">Anthony Stolarz</a>, who was also injured in Tuesday's game, is unavailable for Thursday's clash with the Los Angeles Kings and hasn't been given a timeline for return. The Maple Leafs recalled <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/9228" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/9228">Artur Akhtyamov</a> from the AHL with Stolarz sidelined, but <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/13814" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/13814">Dennis Hildeby</a> will start against the Kings.</p><p>Here's how the Leafs lined up at practice Thursday as they fight a slew of injuries. The club is also without <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/1685" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/1685">Chris Tanev</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/2855" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/2855">Scott Laughton</a>.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="fi" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Leafs?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Leafs</a> in morning skate:<br>Knies-Tavares-Nylander<br>Robertson-Domi-McMann<br>Joshua-Roy-Maccelli<br>Blais-Lorentz-Jarnkrok<br><br>Rielly-Carlo<br>Benoit-McCabe<br>Mermis-Ekman-Larsson<br><br>Hildeby<br>Akhtyamov</p>— Terry Koshan 🇺🇦 (@koshtorontosun) <a href="https://twitter.com/koshtorontosun/status/1988995116502270411?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 13, 2025</a>
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TORONTO, CANADA - NOVEMBER 5: Auston Matthews #34 of the Toronto Maple Leafs skates against the Utah Mammoth during the third period in their NHL game at Scotiabank Arena on November 5, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

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<p>The Ottawa Senators signed forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/10496" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/10496">Shane Pinto</a> to a four-year contract extension worth $7.5 million per season, the team announced Thursday.</p><p>Pinto was scheduled for restricted free agency at the end of the season. He's had a strong start to the campaign with eight goals and six assists through 17 games and is well on pace to eclipse the career-high 37 points he notched in 2024-25.</p><p>The Senators <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3342897" href="https://thescore.com/news/3342897">reportedly</a> offered Pinto an eight-year extension earlier in the season. </p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>"Shane is an important part of our core, and we are pleased to have him with us for the foreseeable future," general manager Steve Staios said. "This is a great opportunity for this group to grow together."</p><p>Pinto currently counts for a $3.75-million cap hit. When his new deal kicks in, he'll be Ottawa's fourth-highest paid player <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/9189" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/9189">Tim Stutzle</a> ($8.35 million), <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/7845" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/7845">Brady Tkachuk</a> ($8.205 million), and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/9188" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/9188">Jake Sanderson</a> ($8 million).</p><p>The Senators drafted Pinto 32nd overall in 2019. He's notched 121 points in 227 career contests. </p>

OTTAWA, CANADA - NOVEMBER 9: Shane Pinto #12 of the Ottawa Senators skates against the Utah Mammoth on November 9, 2025 at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

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<p>Matthew and Brady Tkachuk announced Wednesday that they're launching a podcast together called "Wingmen."</p><p>The venture makes them the first active NHL players to own a podcast. The first episode will be out Thursday.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">NHL fans, your new favorite podcast is here 🚨<br><br>Wingmen with Matthew &amp; Brady Tkachuk drops TOMORROW 🏒 <a href="https://t.co/EgRVdrqdB7">pic.twitter.com/EgRVdrqdB7</a></p>— Wingmen with Matthew and Brady Tkachuk (@Wingmenpod) <a href="https://twitter.com/Wingmenpod/status/1988669427760742882?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 12, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Both Tkachuks are currently out with injuries. Brady is recovering from thumb surgery, while Matthew hasn't played this season as he heals from a torn adductor and sports hernia sustained in February.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The Tkachuk brothers were named cover athletes for EA Sports' NHL 26 deluxe edition earlier this year. </p>

Boston, MA - February 20: United States LW Brady Tkachuk celebrates his goal with teammate and brother Matthew Tkachuk in the first period.

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<p>The Hockey Hall of Fame inducted its class of 2025 on Monday night, featuring six players and two builders.</p><p>Below are each inductee's accomplishments as well as highlights from their respective ceremonies.</p><h3>Zdeno Chara</h3><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Zdeno Chara delivers his Hall of Fame speech. <a href="https://t.co/BlkSxgyUhl">pic.twitter.com/BlkSxgyUhl</a></p>— TSN (@TSN_Sports) <a href="https://twitter.com/TSN_Sports/status/1988056404369031184?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 11, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Chara is the NHL's all-time leader in games played by a defenseman (1,680) and enters the Hall in his first year of eligibility. He suited up for the New York Islanders, Ottawa Senators, Boston Bruins, and Washington Capitals over a 24-year career that included seven All-Star nods, a Norris Trophy, and a Stanley Cup. </p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The towering 6-foot-9 blue-liner was arguably the most feared player of his generation, in large part to his physical defending, as well as his blistering slap shot. Chara registered 680 points in his career, and is one of only 25 NHLers to play 200 playoff games.</p><h3>Duncan Keith</h3><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">the newest inductee to the Hockey Hall of Fame, Duncan Keith❤️ <a href="https://t.co/rK6nXjW525">pic.twitter.com/rK6nXjW525</a></p>— Chicago Blackhawks (@NHLBlackhawks) <a href="https://twitter.com/NHLBlackhawks/status/1988061040538775759?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 11, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Keith is another first-year eligible inductee. He played 16 seasons with the Chicago Blackhawks before finishing his career with a one-year stint on the Edmonton Oilers. During his time in the Windy City, Keith put together a remarkable resume, featuring three Stanley Cups, two Norris Trophies, a Conn Smythe, and three All-Star nods. Internationally, he won two Olympic gold medals with Canada.</p><h3>Alexander Mogilny</h3><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="und" dir="ltr">Alex Mogilny's HHOF Speech <a href="https://t.co/RHt8KZQbtm">pic.twitter.com/RHt8KZQbtm</a></p>— TSN (@TSN_Sports) <a href="https://twitter.com/TSN_Sports/status/1988087929638666377?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 11, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Mogilny was unable to attend his long-awaited induction, though he submitted a virtual speech. He's been eligible for the Hall of Fame since 2009 but was overlooked despite having a long list of accomplishments. Mogilny is a Triple Gold Club member as a Stanley Cup, Olympic, and World champion. He notched 1,032 points in 990 games, and played an instrumental role in paving the way for Russians to reach the NHL as the first player to defect from the former Soviet Union.</p><p>Mogilny's career included stints with the Buffalo Sabres, Vancouver Canucks, New Jersey Devils, and Toronto Maple Leafs.</p><h3>Joe Thornton</h3><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Jumbo’s Hall of Fame speech hit us right in the feels 🥹 <a href="https://t.co/dM1zD2xocZ">pic.twitter.com/dM1zD2xocZ</a></p>— Sharks on NBCS (@NBCSSharks) <a href="https://twitter.com/NBCSSharks/status/1988094732594278908?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 11, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Thornton was the first overall pick in 1997 and played 24 seasons between the Boston Bruins, San Jose Sharks, Toronto Maple Leafs, and Florida Panthers. He's widely considered one of the greatest playmakers in league history, ranking seventh in assists (1,109) and 14th in points (1,539). Thornton is one of the most accomplished players to never win a Stanley Cup, but his list of hardware includes an MVP, an Art Ross Trophy, four All-Star selections, an Olympic gold medal, and two World Cups.</p><h3>Jennifer Botterill</h3><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Jennifer Botterill is welcomed to the Hockey Hall of Fame by Jayna Hefford 👏 <a href="https://t.co/DkjvoKxCnm">pic.twitter.com/DkjvoKxCnm</a></p>— TSN (@TSN_Sports) <a href="https://twitter.com/TSN_Sports/status/1988081259419967990?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 11, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Botterill won three Olympic golds and five World Championships for Canada, ranking sixth in scoring for the country at Worlds. She had an outstanding collegiate career at Harvard, and is the only player to twice win the Patty Kazmaier Award as the NCAA's top player.</p><h3>Brianna Decker</h3><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Brianna Decker concludes her Hall of Fame speech by offering advice to young aspiring hockey players 🥹 <a href="https://t.co/ZJDND5QhhE">pic.twitter.com/ZJDND5QhhE</a></p>— BarDown (@BarDown) <a href="https://twitter.com/BarDown/status/1988070803917897771?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 11, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Decker won six World Championships and one Olympic gold as a staple of the United States' roster throughout her career. She also claimed an NCAA national championship with Wisconsin in 2011.</p><h3>Builders</h3><p><strong>Daniele Sauvageau</strong></p><p>Sauvageau is the first woman to be inducted in the builders category. She's the general manager of the PWHL's Montreal Victoire and has an extensive history with Hockey Canada. Sauvageau won Olympic gold as head coach in 2002, and held different roles for several World Championship victories.</p><p><strong>Jack Parker</strong></p><p>Parker coached the men's hockey program at Boston University for 40 years before retiring after the 2012-13 season. He had a .643 winning percentage over that span, and captured three national championships with the Terriers. He's the NCAA's all-time record holder in wins with one team (897).</p>

TORONTO, CANADA - NOVEMBER 09: (l-r) Jack Parker, Zdeno Chara, Duncan Keith, Joe Thornton, Jennifer Botterill, Brianna Decker and Daniele Sauvageau take part in a pregame ceremony honoring their upcoming induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame at Scotiabank Arena on November 09, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

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<p>Buffalo Sabres captain <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/7216" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/7216">Rasmus Dahlin</a> is taking a temporary leave from the team to be with his fiancee in Sweden, head coach Lindy Ruff announced Friday.</p><p>Dahlin's financee, Carolina, underwent a lifesaving heart transplant over the summer. Ruff said Dahlin assured him everything's OK before the star blue-liner headed back to his home country.</p><p>There's no timeline on when Dahlin may return.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Dahlin has nine points in 14 games this season while averaging over 24 minutes per contest. He was one of six players named in June to Sweden's preliminary Olympic roster.</p><p>The Sabres are 5-5-4 this campaign.</p>

BUFFALO, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 1: Rasmus Dahlin #26 of the Buffalo Sabres skates against the Washington Capitals during an NHL game at KeyBank Center on November 1, 2025 in Buffalo, New York. Buffalo won, 4-3 in a shootout.

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<p>The St. Louis Blues are "open for business" on the trade market as they sit 15th in the Western Conference early in the 2025-26 season, <a href="https://x.com/frank_seravalli/status/1986817892579520611">NHL insider Frank Seravalli</a> reported on Thursday's Amazon Prime broadcast. </p><p>The Blues' rough start to the campaign prompted head coach Jim Montgomery to send a message to his group Thursday by scratching <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/5678" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/5678">Jordan Kyrou</a>, one of the club's highest-paid players. Though St. Louis responded with a 3-0 win over the Buffalo Sabres, the club owns a 5-8-2 record on the year and a minus-18 goal differential.</p><p>Meanwhile, captain <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/589" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/589">Brayden Schenn</a> is generating interest in the trade market, Seravalli noted. Schenn was involved in rumors prior to last season's trade deadline, but a deal could be easier to facilitate now that his no-move clause has shrunk to a 15-team no-trade list.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The Blues <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3211703" href="https://thescore.com/news/3211703">reportedly</a> sought a "mammoth" return for Schenn last campaign before ultimately sneaking into the playoffs as the second wild-card seed.</p><p>Schenn, 34, is under contract through 2028 at a cap hit of $6.5 million. He's managed six points in 15 games this season, but would be a serviceable addition for contenders looking to bolster their center depth. An eight-time 20-goal-scorer, Schenn helped the Blues win the Stanley Cup in 2019.</p><p>Blues general manager Doug Armstrong will have a full plate if he orchestrates any fire sale, as he's also in the process of selecting Canada's Olympic roster for February.</p>

WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 05: Brayden Schenn #10 of the St. Louis Blues looks on against the Washington Capitals during the first period at Capital One Arena on November 5, 2025 in Washington, DC.

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<p>St. Louis Blues forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/5678" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/5678">Jordan Kyrou</a> was a healthy scratch for Thursday's contest against the Buffalo Sabres.</p><p>The Blues have two wins in their past 10 games and are coming off a 6-1 shellacking at the hands of the Washington Capitals on Wednesday. </p><p>Kyrou, who's tied with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/6443" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/6443">Robert Thomas</a> as St. Louis' highest-paid player at $8.125 million per season, hasn't recorded a point in four games and is a minus-8 in 14 contests this season.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The 27-year-old had an eight-game point streak before his drought. He led the Blues with 36 goals and ranked second with 70 points last season.</p><p>Kyrou was involved in trade rumors over the summer, with the Montreal Canadiens reportedly among the interested teams. However, Kyrou's no-move clause kicked in July 1 and is active through the remainder of his contract, which expires in 2030.</p>

ST LOUIS, MISSOURI - OCTOBER 23: Jordan Kyrou #25 of the St. Louis Blues controls the puck against the Utah Mammoth at Enterprise Center on October 23, 2025 in St Louis, Missouri.

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<p>The Toronto Maple Leafs assigned rookie forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/13820" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/13820">Easton Cowan</a> to the AHL on Wednesday.</p><p>The move was made to accommodate <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/2855" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/2855">Scott Laughton</a> coming off injured reserve in time for his season debut Wednesday. Cowan is the only player within the Leafs' crowded forward group who doesn't require waivers to be sent down.</p><p>Cowan made the roster out of training camp and has produced one goal and three assists in 10 games while averaging 12:33 per contest. </p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Toronto drafted Cowan 29th overall in 2023. </p>

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - NOVEMBER 1: Easton Cowan #53 of the Toronto Maple Leafs controls the puck against the Philadelphia Flyers in the third period at Xfinity Mobile Arena on November 1, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Maple Leafs defeated the Flyers 5-2.

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Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler will undergo season-ending shoulder surgery to repair a torn labr...

<p>Utah Jazz center <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/102795" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/102795">Walker Kessler</a> will undergo season-ending shoulder surgery to repair a torn labrum, sources told <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/1986144307846300128">ESPN's Shams Charania</a>. </p><p>Kessler missed Utah's two most recent contests but produced strong numbers in his five appearances this season. The 24-year-old averaged 14.4 points, 10.8 rebounds, and 3.0 assists before being sidelined.</p><p>Kessler was in the midst of his fourth NBA season after being selected 22nd overall in the 2022 draft. He's eligible to become a restricted free agent this summer. </p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The Jazz entered Wednesday with a 3-4 record after finishing the 2024-25 campaign with a league-worst 17 wins.</p>

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 31: Walker Kessler #24 of the Utah Jazz handles the ball during the first half of the Emirates NBA Cup game against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center on October 31, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Jazz 118-96. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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The Dallas Stars will host a Stadium Series contest at AT&T Stadium on Feb. 20, 2027.  The venue ...

<p>The Dallas Stars will host a Stadium Series contest at AT&amp;T Stadium on Feb. 20, 2027.</p><p>The venue is the home stadium for the Dallas Cowboys and has a seating capacity of 80,000. The opponent is to be determined.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman and Cowboys' owner Jerry Jones announce the 2027 NHL Stadium Series will be hosted by the Dallas Stars at AT&amp;T Stadium ⭐ <a href="https://t.co/1asDMLouG8">pic.twitter.com/1asDMLouG8</a></p>— ESPN (@espn) <a href="https://twitter.com/espn/status/1985493567926661120?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 3, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Dallas hosted the 2020 Winter Classic against the Nashville Predators at the Cotton Bowl. That game drew over 85,000 attendees. </p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The NHL stages Stadium Series events every season. The Tampa Bay Lightning will take on the Boston Bruins at Raymond James Stadium this coming winter. </p>

DALLAS, TX - MAY 17: Dallas Stars center Roope Hintz (24), center Wyatt Johnston (53), defenseman Thomas Harley (55), right wing Mikko Rantanen (96) and center Matt Duchene (95) skate back to center ice after a time-out during game 6 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs between the Dallas Stars and the Winnipeg Jets on May 17, 2025 at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas.

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Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Chris Tanev was stretchered off the ice during the third period of...

<p>Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/1685" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/1685">Chris Tanev</a> was stretchered off the ice during the third period of Saturday's contest against the Philadelphia Flyers after a collision with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/13822" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/13822">Matvei Michkov</a>. </p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">a stretcher was called out for Tanev after this <a href="https://t.co/2yuqnPF88a">pic.twitter.com/2yuqnPF88a</a></p>— Omar (@TicTacTOmar) <a href="https://twitter.com/TicTacTOmar/status/1984795786442395802?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 2, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Tanev returned to action Saturday after a four-game absence due to an upper-body injury that many suspected to be a concussion.</p><p>He was evaluated at a hospital overnight and discharged Sunday morning, the team announced. Toronto returns to action Monday against the Pittsburgh Penguins.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Michkov was initially assessed a major penalty but it was reduced to a minor upon review. </p><p>Tanev is Toronto's top shutdown defenseman. He's notched one assist in seven games this season while averaging just under 18 minutes per night.</p><p>The Maple Leafs beat the Flyers 5-2.</p>

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - OCTOBER 11: Chris Tanev #8 of the Toronto Maple Leafs skates with the puck against the Detroit Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena on October 11, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.

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<p>The Colorado Avalanche signed forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/6484" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/6484">Martin Necas</a> to an eight-year contract extension, the team announced Thursday.</p><p>The deal carries an average annual value of $11.5 million and a full no-movement clause for the first seven years, according to <a href="https://x.com/FriedgeHNIC/status/1983941336903430291">Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman</a>.</p><p>Necas was scheduled for unrestricted free agency next summer. Colorado acquired him from the Carolina Hurricanes in last season's blockbuster trade involving Mikko Rantanen. The Avalanche cited a lack of depth as one of the reasons for the swap. Rantanen ultimately signed an eight-year deal worth $12 million per season with the Dallas Stars, who scooped him from Carolina before March's trade deadline.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Necas notched 28 points in 30 games with the Avalanche last season and has 13 points across 11 contests in 2025-26. He typically slots on the right wing of Colorado's top line alongside Nathan MacKinnon.</p><p>When Necas' new deal kicks in, he'll be Colorado's second-highest paid player behind MacKinnon's $12.6-million cap hit. However, reigning Norris Trophy winner Cale Makar, who will be eligible for an extension starting July 1, could take the top spot on the Avalanche's hierarchy in 2027-28.</p><p>The Avalanche are off to a 6-1-4 start this season and lead the league with 41 goals for. They're coming off a first-round playoff exit this spring and have only one series win since claiming the Stanley Cup in 2022.</p>

DENVER, COLORADO - OCTOBER 28: Martin Necas #88 of the Colorado Avalanche looks on during the third period of the game against the New Jersey Devils at Ball Arena on October 28, 2025 in Denver, Colorado.

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<p>The Utah Mammoth signed forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/12746" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/12746">Logan Cooley</a> to an eight-year contract extension carrying an average annual value of $10 million, the team announced Wednesday.</p><p>"We are thrilled to sign Logan and have him with us in Utah for the next eight years," general manager Bill Armstrong said. "Logan is not only an incredible player but an even better person, and we look forward to watching him grow. He, along with the rest of our core group, will have an impact in Utah for many years to come. It's a great day for Mammoth fans and another exciting moment for our organization."</p><p>Cooley, the third overall pick by the Arizona Coyotes in 2022, is off to a terrific start this season with 12 points in 11 games. He notched a career-high 65 points in 2024-25.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>He <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3362753" href="https://thescore.com/news/3362753">reportedly</a> rejected a $76.8-million contract offer from Utah before the campaign started.</p><p>The 21-year-old was scheduled to be a restricted free agent at season's end. His new deal will make him Utah's highest-paid player when it kicks in, usurping <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/5594" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/5594">Mikhail Sergachev</a>'s $8.5-million cap hit.</p><p>The Mammoth have built one of the most dangerous forward groups in the NHL. Cooley, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/10721" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/10721">Dylan Guenther</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/5592" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/5592">Clayton Keller</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/9219" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/9219">JJ Peterka</a> are all under contract through at least 2028. </p><p>Utah has used its star-studded attack to race to an 8-3-0 start, good for the top spot in the Central Division.</p>

EDMONTON, CANADA - OCTOBER 28: Logan Cooley #92 of the Utah Mammoth skates during the second period of the game against the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place on October 28, 2025, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

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Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby became the ninth player in NHL history to reach 1,700 c...

<p>Pittsburgh Penguins captain <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/1002" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/1002">Sidney Crosby</a> became the ninth player in NHL history to reach 1,700 career points with an assist on <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/3872" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/3872">Bryan Rust</a>'s third-period goal against the St. Louis Blues on Monday.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="und" dir="ltr">1,700 FOR 87 🤩 <a href="https://t.co/7QYjyTHS0d">pic.twitter.com/7QYjyTHS0d</a></p>— Pittsburgh Penguins (@penguins) <a href="https://twitter.com/penguins/status/1982976403994734921?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 28, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>The assist was Crosby's second of the night. He added a goal late in the third period. </p><p>Crosby reached the milestone in his 1,362nd game, making him the fourth-fastest to hit the mark behind Wayne Gretzky (711), Mario Lemieux (887), and Marcel Dionne (1,257).</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Here's how Crosby stacks up on the all-time points list.</p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
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<th>Rank</th>
<th>Player</th>
<th>GP</th>
<th>Points</th>
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<td>5</td>
<td>Ron Francis</td>
<td>1731</td>
<td>1798</td>
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<td>6</td>
<td>Marcel Dionne</td>
<td>1348</td>
<td>1771</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>7</td>
<td>Steve Yzerman</td>
<td>1514</td>
<td>1755</td>
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<td>8</td>
<td>Mario Lemieux</td>
<td>915</td>
<td>1723</td>
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<tr>
<td>9</td>
<td>Sidney Crosby</td>
<td>1362</td>
<td>1701</td>
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</tbody>
</table></div></figure><p>"Those are players that I grew up idolizing and didn't ever think that I'd be with them or near them," Crosby said, according to <a href="https://www.nhl.com/penguins/news/crosby-becomes-ninth-player-in-nhl-history-to-reach-1-700-points?utm_source=social&amp;utm_medium=x">team reporter Michelle Crechiolo</a>. "So, yeah, it's something I'm grateful for, that I've been able to play this long and be part of that group."</p><p>Crosby has been a point-per-game player in all 20 of his NHL seasons, meaning he should push toward fifth all-time if he stays healthy throughout 2025-26. The 38-year-old is up to 14 points in 10 games to start the young campaign.</p><p>The three-time Stanley Cup winner is only the fourth player in league history to record the accomplishment with one franchise, according to <a href="https://x.com/Arda/status/1982975758575231323">ESPN's Arda Ocal</a>. Lemieux also did it for the Penguins, while Steve Yzerman and Gordie Howe achieved the feat with the Detroit Red Wings.</p><p>Crosby is under contract through 2027. His strong play to start the year has fueled a hot start for the Penguins, who are 7-2-1 after Monday's 6-3 win.</p>

PITTSBURGH, PA - OCTOBER 25:Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) skates during the second period in the NHL game between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Columbus Blue Jackets on October 25, 2025, at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA.

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The Calgary Flames' poor start to the season has pushed Nazem Kadri's name into trade rumors, but...

<p>The Calgary Flames' poor start to the season has pushed <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/1182" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/1182">Nazem Kadri</a>'s name into trade rumors, but the veteran center is focused on righting the ship with his current squad rather than forcing his way out of town. </p><p>"I've had to approach a lot more difficult situations than something like this," Kadri told <a href="https://www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/flames-nazem-kadri-in-familiar-spotlight-ahead-of-showdown-in-toronto/">Sportsnet's Eric Francis</a>. "So for me, it's really nothing that draws my attention. Obviously, there's going to be some questions about it. I'm okay to answer them, but at the end of the day I'm focused on winning hockey games."</p><p>The Flames snapped an eight-game losing streak Sunday and are last in the Western Conference at 2-7-1. Kadri would be among Calgary's most attractive trade chips if the Flames decide to sell assets. He leads the team in scoring with seven points on the young season.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The 35-year-old has three years remaining on his contract at a $7-million cap hit. His trade protection dropped from a full no-movement clause to a 13-team no-trade list this season, adding fuel to recent speculation. </p><p>Kadri has a long history of being in the trade spotlight, and was dealt from the Toronto Maple Leafs to the Colorado Avalanche in 2019. That experience is helping him stay focused on his performance this time around.</p><p>"I don't think there's anything, from a media PR standpoint, that I haven't seen," Kadri said. </p><p>Kadri is closing in on his 1,000th NHL game. He's notched 717 points over 17 seasons, and captured a Stanley Cup with Colorado in 2022. </p>

WINNIPEG, CANADA - OCTOBER 24: Nazem Kadri #91 of the Calgary Flames prepares for a face-off in the third period against the Winnipeg Jets at Canada Life Centre on October 24, 2025 in Winnipeg, Canada.

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