Edmonton Oilers star Leon Draisaitl called out everyone from coaches to goalies and his fellow le...

Edmonton Oilers star <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///wolymhm/players/3948" href="https://thescore.com/wolymhm/players/3948">Leon Draisaitl</a> called out everyone from coaches to goalies and his fellow leaders after Wednesday's 4-3 loss against the Calgary Flames."Not consistent enough," Draisaitl told reporters postgame. "This league's too hard to just lollygag through games and try to get winning streaks going. You need everybody. It starts with coaches. Like, everybody. You're never gonna win if you have four or five guys going. It starts at the top. We can be better. Our leaders can be better. We'll take the break and regroup."The Oilers are second in the Pacific Division with a 28-22-8 record, but rank 15th in the NHL. Edmonton has lost its last three games, allowing 16 goals in that span.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"We gotta defend better, we gotta make it easier on (goaltender <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/3109" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/3109">Tristan Jarry</a>), and then I'm sure he can be a little bit better, too," Draisaitl said. "It's a two-way street, but it starts with us in front of him, and then the game becomes a little bit easier for him. But I think there are saves that our goalies need to make at some point."Jarry has an .870 save percentage and a 3.64 goals against average in 11 games since being acquired by the Oilers.The Oilers have gone to back-to-back Stanley Cup Finals, but Draisaitl feels the squad is far from their previous form."We're a different team," Draisaitl said. "We're not the same team. We're not as good right now. We're not even close. We need to understand that. It's time. Obviously, there's a break now, but when we come back, we gotta get going."Edmonton returns to action after the Olympics on Feb. 25.

EDMONTON, CANADA - JANUARY 10: Leon Draisaitl #29 of the Edmonton Oilers in action during the game against the Los Angeles Kings at Rogers Place on January 10, 2026, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

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<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4530" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4530">Artemi Panarin</a> turned down a four-year contract offer with a cap hit higher than $14 million from the Seattle Kraken before accepting a trade to the Los Angeles Kings, reports <a href="https://www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/how-artemi-panarin-ended-up-with-the-los-angeles-kings/">Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman</a>.Seattle offered Panarin a four-year extension "with an AAV higher than Leon Draisaitl's," sources told Friedman. The average annual value of the Edmonton Oilers star's contract is $14 million.Panarin inked a two-year, $22-million extension with the Kings on Wednesday. The New York Rangers dealt him for prospect <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/15135" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/15135">Liam Greentree</a> and a pair of conditional draft picks.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 34-year-old owns a full no-movement clause. Panarin told the Rangers he would only go to Los Angeles on Wednesday, reports Friedman."We had discussions with (Panarin's agent) Paul Theofanous ... just like numerous other teams," Kraken general manager Jason Botterill told Friedman on Thursday. "We will continue to be aggressive at improving our team. But we won't comment on discussions with agents/players."The Kraken beat Los Angeles 4-2 on Wednesday in their final game before the Olympic break. Seattle is third in the Pacific Division, three points ahead of the Kings.Panarin has 19 goals and 57 points in 52 games this season. The Kraken's leading scorer is <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/454" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/454">Jordan Eberle</a>, who has 20 goals and 38 points in 54 contests.

MONTREAL, QC - JANUARY 19: Artemi Panarin (10) of the New York Rangers waits for play to begin during the first period of the NHL game between the New York Rangers and the Montreal Canadiens on Jan 19 2025, at the Bell Centre in Montreal, QC

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Calgary Flames forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/2037" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/2037">Jonathan Huberdeau</a> will undergo season-ending hip resurfacing surgery, the team announced Thursday.He's expected to recover fully by the start of the 2026-27 campaign, the team said.Huberdeau has 10 goals and 25 points in 50 games. He scored the opening goal in Calgary's 4-3 win over the Edmonton Oilers on Wednesday.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 32-year-old is in the third season of an eight-year, $84-million pact signed in 2022."After extensive evaluation, this was determined to be the best course of action for Jonathan's long-term health and performance," Flames general manager Craig Conroy said in a statement. "While it is difficult to lose a player of his caliber, our priority is ensuring he is fully healthy moving forward. Huberdeau has been managing hip-related symptoms throughout the season."Huberdeau notched 28 goals and 62 points in 81 games last season for his best campaign with the Flames since being traded to Calgary in 2022. He tallied a career-high 30 goals and 115 points in 2021-22 with the Florida Panthers.The Flames are 29th in the league with a 23-27-6 record.Huberdeau has 263 goals and 807 points in 962 career games with the Panthers and Flames.

CALGARY, CANADA - JANUARY 23: Jonathan Huberdeau #10 of the Calgary Flames skates against the Washington Capitals during the first period at the Scotiabank Saddledome on January 23, 2026 in Calgary, Canada.

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The New York Rangers traded star forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4530" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4530">Artemi Panarin</a> to the Los Angeles Kings for prospect <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/15135" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/15135">Liam Greentree</a> and conditional third- and fourth-round picks, the teams announced Wednesday.Panarin and the Kings agreed to a two-year extension with an $11-million average annual value.The 2026 third-rounder becomes a second-round pick if the Kings win a playoff series, and the Rangers will receive a 2028 fourth-rounder if L.A. advances to the conference final, reports insider <a href="https://x.com/frank_seravalli/status/2019144092224221244?s=20">Frank Seravalli</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Los Angeles was the only option Panarin's camp presented, Seravalli adds. He owns a full no-movement clause.Panarin has 19 goals and a Rangers-high 57 points in 52 games. The 34-year-old holds a cap hit of just over $11.6 million on his current deal, which expires this summer. New York retained half of Panarin's salary in the trade, reports Seravalli.The Kings' leading scorer is <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4520" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4520">Adrian Kempe</a>, who has 20 goals and 45 points in 54 games.Panarin had been held out of New York's lineup since Jan. 28 for roster-related reasons.The Rangers <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3457167" href="https://thescore.com/news/3457167">reportedly</a> informed Panarin they wouldn't offer him a new contract in January after general manager Chris Drury issued a letter to the team's fans indicating the club would retool.Panarin has 321 goals and 927 points in 804 career games with the Chicago Blackhawks, Columbus Blue Jackets, and Rangers. He set career highs with 49 goals and 120 points in 2023-24.The Kings drafted Greentree 26th overall in 2024. The 6-foot-3 winger has recorded 23 goals and 45 points in 34 contests with the OHL's Windsor Spitfires this season. He notched 49 goals and 119 points in 64 games last year and represented Canada at the world juniors in January.Los Angeles is one point out of the second wild-card spot in the Western Conference.The NHL's Olympic roster freeze went into effect at 3 p.m. ET on Wednesday.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 20: Artemi Panarin #10 of the New York Rangers celebrates after scoring a goal in the first period against the Philadelphia Flyers at Madison Square Garden on December 20, 2025 in New York City.

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Team Canada and Tampa Bay Lightning forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4748" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4748">Anthony Cirelli</a> is out of the Olympics due to injury and has been replaced by Florida Panthers forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/3949" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/3949">Sam Bennett</a>, Hockey Canada announced Tuesday.Cirelli was injured Sunday in the Stadium Series against the Boston Bruins on a hit by <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/10467" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/10467">Mark Kastelic</a>. He has 15 goals and 35 points in 49 games.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Anthony Cirelli has left the game and will not return after taking this hit from Mark Kestelic 🤕 <a href="https://t.co/H0uZNzWueV">pic.twitter.com/H0uZNzWueV</a>— Gino Hard (@GinoHard_) <a href="https://twitter.com/GinoHard_/status/2018152213206478874?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 2, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Bennett, the reigning Conn Smythe Trophy winner, has 19 goals and 42 points in 55 contests. He notched 15 goals and 22 points in 23 playoff games en route to the Panthers' second straight Stanley Cup last year.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 29-year-old exited Monday's clash with the Buffalo Sabres due to an upper-body injury. The ailment isn't serious, according to <a href="https://x.com/DarrenDreger/status/2018743988145029424?s=20">TSN's Darren Dreger</a>.Bennett represented Canada at the 4 Nations Face-Off a year ago, with his lone goal coming in the championship game versus the United States.Canada forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4013" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4013">Brayden Point</a>'s status for the Olympics remains uncertain. He hasn't played since Jan. 12 due to a lower-body injury.

MONTREAL, QUEBEC - FEBRUARY 15: Sam Bennett #9 of Team Canada sets up to take a face-off during the third period of the 4 Nations Face-Off game between the United States and Canada at Bell Centre on February 15, 2025 in Montreal, Quebec.

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The New York Rangers held star forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4530" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4530">Artemi Panarin</a> out of the lineup Wednesday in their 5-2 loss to the New York Islanders for roster-related reasons, reports <a href="https://x.com/FriedgeHNIC/status/2016648344496722245?s=20">Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman</a>.Panarin isn't expected to play again before the Olympic break, adds Friedman. The Rangers have two more games after Wednesday before the Olympics.The 34-year-old wants a contract extension as part of signing off on any trade, reports <a href="https://x.com/reporterchris/status/2016672867048419812?s=20">TSN's Chris Johnston</a>. He owns a full no-movement clause.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The pending unrestricted free agent, now in his seventh season with the Rangers, leads New York in scoring with 57 points in 52 games. He carries a cap hit of just over $11.6 million.Panarin has 321 goals and 927 points in 804 career games with the Chicago Blackhawks, Columbus Blue Jackets, and Rangers. He notched a career-high 49 goals and 120 points in 2023-24.Rangers general manager Chris Drury <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3457129" href="https://thescore.com/news/3457129">issued a letter</a> to fans earlier in January announcing the team's plans to retool. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3457167" href="https://thescore.com/news/3457167">Reports</a> emerged later that same day saying New York wouldn't be offering Panarin a contract extension."It's hard to say how I feel," Panarin <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3458284" href="https://thescore.com/news/3458284">said</a> Jan. 17. "I'm still confused, but the GM decided to go in a different direction. I'm OK with that. I'm a Ranger player right now, so I'll play every game 100%."Panarin is the top name on <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3454640" href="https://thescore.com/news/3454640">theScore's trade deadline big board</a>.

ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 19: Artemi Panarin #10 of the New York Rangers skates before the game against the Anaheim Ducks at Honda Center on January 19, 2026 in Anaheim, California.

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The New Jersey Devils traded forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/2121" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/2121">Ondrej Palat</a>, a 2026 third-round pick, and a 2027 sixth-round pick to the New York Islanders for forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/14964" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/14964">Maxim Tsyplakov</a>, the teams announced Tuesday.The Devils aren't retaining any of Palat's $6-million cap hit. The 34-year-old is signed through 2026-27 and has a 10-team trade list. He ranked 24th on <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3454640" href="https://thescore.com/news/3454640">theScore's trade deadline big board</a>.Palat has recorded four goals and 10 points in 51 games this season, with just two goals and no assists in his last 11 contests. The Devils held him out of Tuesday's outing against the Winnipeg Jets for roster-related reasons.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The Czech native will represent his country at the Olympics in February. A two-time Stanley Cup champion with the Tampa Bay Lightning in 2020 and 2021, Palat has appeared in 155 playoff games - ninth-most among active NHLers.Palat has totaled 181 goals and 515 points in 876 career contests between Tampa Bay and New Jersey. He's compiled 38 goals and 92 points in 248 games since signing a five-year, $30-million contract with the Devils in 2022.Tsyplakov has struggled significantly in his sophomore NHL campaign, registering one goal and two points in 27 games. He notched 10 goals and 35 points in 77 appearances last year, his first season in North America after seven campaigns in the KHL.The 27-year-old inked a two-year pact with a $2.25-million cap hit in July.The Devils free up $3.75 million of cap space with the transaction.The Islanders also acquired defenseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/6381" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/6381">Carson Soucy</a> from the New York Rangers on Monday.

NEWARK, NJ - JANUARY 03: Ondrej Palat #18 of the New Jersey Devils skates during the first period of the game against the Utah Mammoth on January 3, 2026 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.

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The New Jersey Devils are holding forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/2121" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/2121">Ondrej Palat</a> out of Tuesday's game versus the Winnipeg Jets due to roster-related reasons, the team said, according to reporter <a href="https://x.com/amandacstein/status/2016292504727957939?s=20">Amanda Stein</a>.Palat was seen leaving the arena before warmups, according to <a href="https://x.com/SWhyno/status/2016294167207371014?s=20">The Associated Press' Stephen Whyno</a>.Palat has four goals and 10 points in 51 games this season. He's averaging 12:45, the lowest of his career since his first stint in the NHL in 2012-13. Palat has two goals and zero assists in his last 11 contests.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 34-year-old is signed through the 2026-27 campaign at a $6-million cap hit. He owns a no-movement clause and a 10-team trade list.Palat ranks 24th on <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3454640" href="https://thescore.com/news/3454640">theScore's trade deadline big board</a>.He won two Stanley Cups with the Tampa Bay Lightning in 2020 and 2021, and will represent Czechia at the Olympics in February.Palat has 38 goals and 92 points in 248 games since signing a five-year, $30-million contract with the Devils in 2022. He's totaled 181 goals and 515 points in 876 career contests with Tampa Bay and New Jersey.

EDMONTON, CANADA - JANUARY 20: Ondrej Palat #18 of the New Jersey Devils takes a shot during the second period of the game against the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place on January 20, 2026, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

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The Detroit Red Wings are hoping to add a second-line center and a right-handed defenseman before the March 6 trade deadline, TSN's Darren Dreger reported on Tuesday's edition of "<a href="https://www.tsn.ca/nhl/video/2026/01/27/insider-trading-jets-focused-on-winning-amid-speculation-on-change/">Insider Trading</a>."The Red Wings are targeting players with term remaining on their contracts, as they're not interested in rentals, adds Dreger.Looking to end a nine-year playoff drought, Detroit sits second in the Atlantic Division with a 32-16-5 record this season. The team's been hot lately, going 8-1-1 in its last 10 games.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The top players on <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3454640" href="https://thescore.com/news/3454640">theScore's big board</a> who have term left and fit the Red Wings' positional wants are <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/1182" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/1182">Nazem Kadri</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/2089" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/2089">Vincent Trocheck</a>, as well as <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/2155" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/2155">Dougie Hamilton</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/1971" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/1971">Justin Faulk</a>.Detroit is currently running <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4541" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4541">Dylan Larkin</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4496" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4496">Andrew Copp</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/5559" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/5559">J.T. Compher</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/9794" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/9794">Michael Rasmussen</a> down the middle. The Red Wings also have <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/11251" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/11251">Moritz Seider</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/13831" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/13831">Axel Sandin-Pellikka</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/10497" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/10497">Jacob Bernard-Docker</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/763" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/763">Travis Hamonic</a> on the roster as right-handed rearguards.Detroit has a pick in every round of the upcoming drafts except for the 2027 second round, which was sent to the Anaheim Ducks in the <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/2074" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/2074">John Gibson</a> trade.

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - JUNE 28: General Manager Steve Yzerman of the Detroit Red Wings looks on during the 2023 Upper Deck NHL Draft - Round One at Bridgestone Arena on June 28, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee.

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The Vancouver Canucks have given <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/56" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/56">Evander Kane</a>'s agent permission to help facilitate a trade, reports <a href="https://x.com/DhaliwalSports/status/2015981051365957712?s=20">CHEK's Rick Dhaliwal</a>.Kane has nine goals and 24 points in 51 games this season with his hometown Canucks. He leads the team with 57 penalty minutes.The 34-year-old has a $5.125-million cap hit and is set to become an unrestricted free agent in July.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Vancouver acquired Kane in June from the Edmonton Oilers for a fourth-round pick. He missed the entire 2024-25 regular season with multiple injuries before returning in the playoffs, where he notched six goals and 12 points in 21 contests for Edmonton.The Canucks have already traded star defenseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/7960" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/7960">Quinn Hughes</a> and forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/7628" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/7628">Kiefer Sherwood</a> during the campaign.

VANCOUVER, CANADA - JANUARY 21: Evander Kane #91 of the Vancouver Canucks skates during the second period of their NHL game against the Washington Capitals at Rogers Arena on January 21, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

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The NHL fined Toronto Maple Leafs forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4180" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4180">William Nylander</a> $5,000, the maximum allowed under the collective bargaining agreement, for making an obscene gesture during Sunday's loss to the Colorado Avalanche.Nylander, currently sidelined with a groin injury, was shown on the broadcast from the press box pointing his middle finger at the camera."Only love for Leafs nation," Nylander <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3464505" href="https://thescore.com/news/3464505">posted</a> on Instagram following the 4-1 loss. "Sorry about the moment of frustration today! Didn't mean to upset anyone. Looking forward to being back on the ice and not in the stands. Love Willy."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
William Nylander has apologized for flipping the bird to the camera during today's <a href="https://twitter.com/TSN_Sports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TSN_Sports</a> broadcast of Leafs-Avs, calling it a "moment of frustration." This is from Nylander's IG: <a href="https://t.co/1A8DF2x3AV">pic.twitter.com/1A8DF2x3AV</a>— Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) <a href="https://twitter.com/reporterchris/status/2015584810660467103?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 26, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>"This serves as a reminder that the code of conduct governing players extends throughout the arena at NHL games and in public game situations," NHL senior vice president of player safety George Parros said in a statement Monday.Nylander has missed five games with the groin injury, during which the Maple Leafs have lost four straight.The 29-year-old has 17 goals and a team-high 47 points in 37 games this season. Nylander is set to represent Sweden at the Olympics in February.

SALT LAKE CITY, UT - JANUARY 13: William Nylander (88) of the Toronto Maple Leafs awaits a face-off during an NHL game between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Utah Mammoth on January 13, 2026 at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, UT.

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Vegas Golden Knights forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4718" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4718">Mitch Marner</a> expects to feel a range of emotions during the video tribute the Maple Leafs are expected to play in his return to Toronto on Friday."That one I've tried not to think of too much," Marner told reporters, including <a href="https://www.tsn.ca/nhl/video/2026/01/23/that-buildings-meant-a-lot-to-me-marner-fields-questions-in-return-to-toronto/">TSN</a>, on Friday. "I'm sure it'll really hit once it starts going and stuff like that. ... I think it's gonna be a cool moment. I'm gonna try to enjoy it, and then try to get back to hockey right away. ... I know it's gonna be a maybe weird, cool, special moment all in one." Marner left Toronto for Vegas in a sign-and-trade on the eve of free agency this summer. He was drafted by his hometown Maple Leafs and played nine seasons for the team. Marner is sixth in franchise scoring with 741 points, but he received criticism stemming from a lack of playoff success and a contentious 2019 contract negotiation.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 28-year-old faced Toronto for the first time Jan. 16 in Vegas, and traveling Maple Leafs fans booed him on his new home ice.When asked if it will be tough to hear boos at Scotiabank Arena, Marner said, "Maybe in a way, but not really. They're gonna probably try to do their thing to get me off my game and try to win their own game. I'm just gonna go out there and, like I said, focus on my thing. I got a lot of great players around me here to help me out. I've been through a couple things like this before. I'll lean on them. Like I said, I'm just gonna try to go out there and just kinda realize it's another hockey game."Marner admitted he's both excited for the game and relieved at the prospect of putting it in his rearview mirror."I think there's maybe both in those moments, in a way," Marner acknowledged. "Excited to go out there and play hockey and do my thing. I'm sure once the game is over, I'll be excited just to have it over with and kind of be done. So yeah, both emotions."

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JANUARY 10: Mitch Marner #93 of the Vegas Golden Knights warms up before a game against the St. Louis Blues, his 700th career NHL game, at T-Mobile Arena on January 10, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Golden Knights defeated the Blues 4-2.

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Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/9766" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/9766">Anthony Stolarz</a> will return from his upper-body injury Friday against the Vegas Golden Knights, head coach Craig Berube confirmed, according to <a href="https://x.com/joshuakloke/status/2014732911472263574?s=20">The Athletic's Joshua Kloke</a>. Stolarz has missed 33 games since sustaining the injury Nov. 11 versus the Boston Bruins.In 13 starts, Stolarz is 6-5-1 with an .884 save percentage. He led the NHL in save percentage the past two campaigns.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 32-year-old was assigned to the AHL on a conditioning loan Tuesday but didn't appear in any games.Toronto has relied on <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/8266" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/8266">Joseph Woll</a> and rookie <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/13814" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/13814">Dennis Hildeby</a> in Stolarz's absence. Woll has gone 11-5-4 with a .911 save percentage, while Hildeby went 5-6-4 in 19 appearances while making saves at a .910 clip.Hildeby was assigned to the AHL's Toronto Marlies after Stolarz was activated from IR. The 24-year-old doesn't require waivers.Friday's game is the first time the Maple Leafs have had both Stolarz and Woll on the active roster at the same time this season.Toronto is 24-17-9 and three points out of the second wild card in the Eastern Conference.

TORONTO, CANADA - NOVEMBER 3: Anthony Stolarz #41 of the Toronto Maple Leafs stands in net against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the first period in their NHL game at Scotiabank Arena on November 3, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

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Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid said he needs to have a stronger sense of urgency to set t...

Edmonton Oilers captain <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4560" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4560">Connor McDavid</a> said he needs to have a stronger sense of urgency to set the tone for his team after Thursday's 6-2 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins."(Urgency) starts with me," McDavid told reporters. "The last two (games), probably not my best. I can be better. When I'm better, usually the whole group responds. So that starts there. Sense of urgency, it can even start in practice."I thought our puck play has been real bad. Real, real bad. Not really connecting on passes. When we do, kinda sloppy, bouncing, whatever it is. When you're playing that way, it looks slow and clunky. I thought we've looked that way for the last few games."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The Oilers surrendered three goals in a 37-second span in the first period of Thursday's loss. Edmonton has now dropped four of its last six contests and is 1-2-0 to commence its eight-game homestand."There's 30 games left," McDavid said. "We're coming down the home stretch here. There's no February this year, so it's like we're at the end of February. The sense of urgency's gotta go up in our group. Playoff race is real tight, and we gotta find a way to get points here, especially at home."The NHL breaks this season from Feb. 6-24 due to the Olympics.Edmonton finds itself second in the Pacific Division with a 25-19-8 record, two points behind the Vegas Golden Knights, though Vegas has three games in hand. The Oilers have a five-point cushion over the second wild-card spot, currently held by the Seattle Kraken.McDavid has zero goals in his last seven games. He had a 20-game point streak that ended Jan. 15 in which he notched 19 goals and 46 points.

EDMONTON, CANADA - JANUARY 22: Connor McDavid #97 of the Edmonton Oilers skates during the first period of the game against the Pittsburgh Penguins at Rogers Place on January 22, 2026, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

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Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin hopes his current form shows that he's not ready to ret...

Pittsburgh Penguins forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/1026" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/1026">Evgeni Malkin</a> hopes his current form shows that he's not ready to retire."I try to do my best because I knew I want to play, like I want one more year," Malkin told reporters after Thursday's 6-2 win over the Edmonton Oilers. "I want to show I'm still a good player. I want everybody to see I can play next year. It's my goal right now."Malkin notched one goal and two points for the second straight game Thursday. The 39-year-old is up to 12 goals and 39 points in 35 contests, which is his highest scoring rate since the 2019-20 campaign.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"I never say I wanna retire," Malkin said. "It's all (the media). I feel great."Malkin is in the final season of a four-year, $24.4-million contract he signed just before free agency began in 2022. He's set to become an unrestricted free agent in July.The Russian <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3461154" href="https://thescore.com/news/3461154">reportedly</a> isn't interested in playing anywhere other than Pittsburgh and is willing to take a pay cut from his $6.1-million cap hit.Malkin has played his entire 20-year career with the Penguins. He has 526 goals and 1,385 points in 1,248 games, both of which rank third in franchise history behind Mario Lemieux and Sidney Crosby.Pittsburgh is second in the Metropolitan Division with a 25-14-11 record.

PITTSBURGH, PA - NOVEMBER 22: Evgeni Malkin #71 of the Pittsburgh Penguins skates during the game against the Seattle Kraken at PPG PAINTS Arena on November 22, 2025 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers hired Zac Robinson as their offensive coordinator, the team announced Th...

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers hired Zac Robinson as their offensive coordinator, the team announced Thursday.Robinson, 39, spent the past two seasons as the Atlanta Falcons' offensive coordinator after previously serving as an assistant on Sean McVay's staff on the Los Angeles Rams."Zac is one of the bright offensive minds in our game, and during the interview process, I was very impressed with his plan for getting the most out of the talent we have on that side of the ball," Bucs head coach Todd Bowles said in a statement. "He has a very good understanding of the strengths of our top offensive players from his time in the division the past two years, and I am very confident in his ability to teach and develop our young players."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The Buccaneers fired offensive coordinator Josh Grizzard earlier in January after his first season with the team. Tampa Bay ranked 21st in total offense and 18th in scoring.Baker Mayfield struggled in the second half, ranking 30th in passer rating from Weeks 7-18. Mayfield completed 63% of his passes for 3,693 yards, 26 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions in 17 starts.Robinson will be Tampa Bay's fifth offensive coordinator in as many seasons. Atlanta was 14th in total offense but only 24th in scoring.In 2024, the Buccaneers owned the NFL's No. 3 offense under offensive coordinator Liam Coen, who is now head coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Falcons had the sixth-ranked offense in Robinson's first season.

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - DECEMBER 7: Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Zac Robinson reacts during the second quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on December 7, 2025 in Atlanta, United States.

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USA Hockey named Anaheim Ducks defenseman Jackson LaCombe to its men's Olympic roster Wednesday. ...

USA Hockey named Anaheim Ducks defenseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/13808" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/13808">Jackson LaCombe</a> to its men's Olympic roster Wednesday.Florida Panthers blue-liner <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/3005" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/3005">Seth Jones</a> is unavailable due to an upper-body injury sustained during the Winter Classic on Jan. 2. The Panthers placed Jones on long-term injured reserve Monday.LaCombe has six goals and 31 points in 49 games and leads the Ducks in average ice time (24:26). He had a breakout campaign last season and signed an eight-year, $72-million contract extension in October.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 25-year-old featured on the United States' top pairing at the World Championship in May with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/5520" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/5520">Zach Werenski</a>. LaCombe registered five points in 10 contests as the United States won gold at the event for the first time since 1933.Jones has six goals and 24 points in 40 contests. The 31-year-old didn't play at the 4 Nations Face-Off last year.LaCombe joins Werenski, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/7960" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/7960">Quinn Hughes</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/5599" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/5599">Charlie McAvoy</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4716" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4716">Jaccob Slavin</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/9188" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/9188">Jake Sanderson</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/9275" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/9275">Brock Faber</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4559" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4559">Noah Hanifin</a> on the American blue line.Montreal Canadiens rearguard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/12709" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/12709">Lane Hutson</a> is tied for second in scoring among defensemen with nine goals and 52 points in 50 games but remains omitted from the U.S.' roster.New York Rangers blue-liner <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/8555" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/8555">Adam Fox</a> has been out since Jan. 5 with a lower-body injury. The 2021 Norris Trophy winner was on last year's 4 Nations Face-Off roster, but Team USA dropped him for the Olympics.The U.S. hasn't won gold in men's hockey at the Olympics since 1980.

ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 09: Jackson Lacombe #2 of the Anaheim Ducks skates with the puck against the Winnipeg Jets at Honda Center on November 09, 2025 in Anaheim, California.

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Ottawa Senators defenseman Jake Sanderson admitted Tuesday that he's "embarrassed" by his postgam...

Ottawa Senators defenseman <a target="_blank" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/9188">Jake Sanderson</a> admitted Tuesday that he's "embarrassed" by his postgame comments about teammate <a target="_blank" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/9225">Leevi Merilainen</a>, acknowledging his criticism of the goaltender was uncalled for."That's a situation where, after a game, you gotta take a few more minutes, take a few deep breaths. I talked to Leevi after and apologized. I still feel really bad," Sanderson <a href="https://www.nhl.com/senators/video/jake-sanderson-pregame-media-vs-cbj-6387995158112">said</a>. "Leevi's a great guy, and I think that's not what good teammates do. You don't tear each other down. You build each other up, especially after a game like that."An irked Sanderson voiced his disappointment after the Senators surrendered a two-goal lead late in Saturday's third period and lost in overtime to the Montreal Canadiens. Merilainen allowed six goals on 19 shots.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"I think Leevi made some good saves," Sanderson <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3458371" href="https://thescore.com/news/3458371">told</a> reporters following the contest. "But I think, at the end of the day, you've got to make more than 10 saves to win a game."Ottawa demoted Merilainen to the AHL's Belleville Senators on Tuesday. He has an .860 save percentage and a 3.51 goals against average in 20 NHL games.Senators head coach Travis Green downplayed Sanderson's comments Tuesday, <a href="https://www.nhl.com/senators/video/travis-green-pregame-media-vs-cbj-6387996414112">calling</a> the situation "overblown" and describing the blue-liner as "one of the best teammates you're ever going to find in the league."Goaltending has been a season-long issue for the Sens, whose .870 team save percentage ranks last in the league. However, Sanderson stressed that the responsibility falls on all the players."It can be frustrating at times, but it's a team sport," Sanderson said. "There's times where the D core isn't playing good. There's times where the forwards aren't doing their job."The Senators sit last in the Atlantic Division with a 22-19-7 record.

OTTAWA, ON - FEBRUARY 01: Ottawa Senators Defenceman Jake Sanderson (85) battles Minnesota Wild Center Devin Shore (19) in front of Ottawa Senators Goalie Leevi Merilainen (1) during second period National Hockey League action between the Minnesota Wild and Ottawa Senators on February 1, 2025, at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, ON, Canada.

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The New York Rangers won't offer star forward Artemi Panarin a contract extension, sources told S...

The New York Rangers won't offer star forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4530" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4530">Artemi Panarin</a> a contract extension, sources told <a href="https://www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/rangers-wont-offer-artemi-panarin-a-contract-extension/">Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman</a>.Panarin, 34, is set to become an unrestricted free agent in July. He's in the final season of the $81.5-million deal he inked with the Rangers as a UFA in 2019. Panarin has a cap hit of just over $11.6 million and a full no-move clause.The Rangers told Panarin that general manager Chris Drury will work with him and his agent to trade the forward to his preferred destination, Friedman reports, citing sources.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Drury <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3457129" href="https://thescore.com/news/3457129">issued a letter</a> to Rangers fans Friday signaling the club would enter a "smart and opportunistic" retool.Panarin has 16 goals and 51 points in 47 games this season. He's averaging a career-high 20:48 of ice time but scoring at his lowest rate since 2017-18.The Russian has 318 goals and 921 points in 799 career contests with the Chicago Blackhawks, Columbus Blue Jackets, and Rangers. Panarin notched a career-best 49 goals and 120 points in 2023-24.

NEWARK, NJ - APRIL 05: Artemi Panarin #10 of the New York Rangers skates during the game against the New Jersey Devils at Prudential Center on April 5, 2025 in Newark, New Jersey.

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Vegas Golden Knights forward Mitch Marner was booed on home ice by Toronto Maple Leafs fans in hi...

Vegas Golden Knights forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4718" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4718">Mitch Marner</a> was booed on home ice by Toronto Maple Leafs fans in his first game against his former team on Thursday."They travel well, they always have," Marner <a href="https://www.nhl.com/goldenknights/video/postgame-sound-hertl-marner-eichel-cassidy-6387800966112">said</a> after the Golden Knights' dramatic 6-5 overtime victory. "They've got a passionate fan base. They always travel well, especially to Vegas."The Maple Leafs host the Golden Knights next week for Marner's first game in Toronto as a visiting player.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"I think the great question was always what my expectations were (for Jan. 23), but now I think I know going in," Marner added. "Like I said, they've got a passionate fan base. They've got a lot of love for their team."<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
The boos are out for Mitch Marner from the Maple Leafs fans in Vegas 👀 <a href="https://t.co/8aYbEpfHV3">pic.twitter.com/8aYbEpfHV3</a>— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) <a href="https://twitter.com/Sportsnet/status/2012009885924540820?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 16, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Marner left the Maple Leafs in a sign-and-trade on the eve of free agency this past offseason. He was drafted by Toronto and spent nine seasons with the Maple Leafs. The Markham, Ontario, native ranks sixth in franchise history with 741 points in 657 games. His first game in Toronto as an opponent will be on Jan. 23.Despite his totals in the regular season, Marner received significant scrutiny for his lack of playoff success, as well as his contract dispute in 2019."Once the puck dropped, it just felt like another hockey game out there," said Marner, who had two assists. "Obviously, I know a lot of those guys very well, trying to read off some of the plays and do some of the things that I think they might do. It's a competitive game. You want to always try to beat your buddies."<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4558" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4558">Jack Eichel</a> tallied the overtime winner. He's experienced plenty of boos when he's played in Buffalo since being traded by the Sabres."We know how much it means to him, and because of how much it means to him, it means that much to us as well," Eichel said.Marner appreciated the support from Eichel and Vegas' captain, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/1741" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/1741">Mark Stone</a>."Obviously, what Jack has gone through with his time of going back to play his old team, him and (Stone) have kind of felt that," Marner said. "It was great. They knew it was a special one for me, they knew it meant a little more than a usual hockey game. A little embrace there, it was a big goal by Jack. We're pretty fired up."

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JANUARY 15: Mitch Marner #93 of the Vegas Golden Knights skates during the first period against the Toronto Maple Leafs at T-Mobile Arena on January 15, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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