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After a gut-punching shootout loss Thursday against the Edmonton Oilers, the Carolina Hurricanes claimed the full two points Saturday night, defeating the St. Louis Blues 4-0. Out of a possible…
The Detroit Wings travel to Calgary for Game 11 at the SA D Dome after finally delivering a full‑length performance in Vancouver. Detroit arrives with a 4‑3‑3 record, riding a six‑game points streak and seven points in eight outings. The Calgary Flames, who opened the season 0‑5‑0, have rebounded with three wins in four, including recent victories over Carolina and Minnesota. The matchup pits a hot Wings team against a resurging Flames squad in a crucial western swing.
The Carolina Hurricanes are receiving weaker trade offers for defenseman Alexander Nikishin than they did this summer, according to insider Pierre LeBrun. With no leverage—only one NHL season, not offer‑sheet eligible, and seeking a multi‑year, $9 million‑per‑year contract—contending teams lack cap space. The Hurricanes could instead re‑sign him to a one‑year deal, letting him play for the defending Stanley Cup champions, boost his value, and become offer‑sheet eligible next summer. This option gives Nikishin control over his future, while a trade remains uncertain.
Red Wings AGM scouting the Canadiens again. At least six teams have shown interest in Alexander Nikishin. The top 9 players who could be traded.
Red Wings AGM scouting the Canadiens again. At least six teams have shown interest in Alexander Nikishin. The top 9 players who could be traded.
The Oilers lose backup goalie Devon Levi for a few weeks after an undisclosed injury, despite a strong 6-1 start (3.11 GAA, .887 SV%). Matt Tomkins is recalled from the Bakersfield Condors, while Tristan Jarry takes the bulk of starts (2.97 GAA, .873 SV%). Defenseman Mattias Ekholm also misses the next three home games, though he returns for the upcoming road trip, leaving a plus‑15 rating atop the NHL. Rookie Shakir Mukhamadullin re‑enters the lineup, and forward Jason Dickinson edges closer to a return after his ankle issue, last seen on Oct. 13 vs. LA. The update, sourced from Jason Gregor and coach Mike Babcock, outlines short‑term roster moves ahead of the Oilers’ east‑bound road swing.
Ahead of the Oilers’ showdown with the Toronto Maple Leafs on Nov. 14, former Leafs coach Mike Babcock reflects on his 2015‑19 tenure. He jokes that "even the Beatles broke up" while recalling his work with Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner, John Tavares and William Nylander, admitting the team never delivered in the playoffs. Babcock also praises former assistant Jim Hiller, now the Leafs’ head coach, and emphasizes his focus on winning today with an Oilers squad that leads the NHL in points percentage behind Connor McDavid. The article previews the personal storyline behind the high‑stakes matchup.
Despite Thursday night’s 6-5 shootout loss to the Edmonton Oilers, the Carolina Hurricanes saw one of their franchise players return to the lineup. After shoulder surgery in June, Seth Jarvis…
The Carolina Hurricanes close their five‑game Western Conference road trip on Oct. 24 at 7 PM EDT against the St. Louis Blues. After a shootout loss to the Edmonton Oilers—despite missing Jordan Staal, Taylor Hall and Mark Jankowski—Seth Jarvis scores in his season debut. Goalie Pyotr Kochetkov is expected to start for Carolina, while the Blues may roll veteran Jordan Binnington despite poor stats (4.68 GAA, .831 SV%). Both teams sit around .500, with the Blues fresh off a 6‑2 win over Vegas. The article lists projected lineups, power‑play (Hurricanes 23.9%, Blues 25.0%) and penalty‑kill percentages, plus watch info: TV on Hurricanes Hockey Network, streaming on ESPN+, and radio on 99.9 The Fan.
The Carolina Hurricanes wrap up a brief State Fair Road Trip and head home for a four‑game stretch before a Finland stint, opening the home slate against the St. Louis Blues on Oct. 24. The Blues sit at 5‑4‑1, with rookie goalie Joel Hofer posting a .921 save percentage while veteran Jordan Binnington remains a backup. Key players to watch are Blues scorers Mason McTavish and Jimmy Snuggerud (six goals each) and Hurricanes forward Seth Jarvis, who’s finding his stride after a sluggish start. Carolina may shuffle lines but will likely keep the same pairings, with Pyotr Kochetkov possibly replacing Brandon Bussi in net. The matchup is positioned as a potential trap game for the Hurricanes.
The latest ONR podcast recaps Edmonton’s 6‑5 shootout win over Carolina, highlighting Connor McDavid’s scorching point streak and bold predictions for his Christmas‑break totals. Ryan Nugent‑Hopkins returns with a goal, an assist and the shootout clincher, while Mattias Ekholm’s injury could sideline him for a week. The hosts also break down Saturday’s showdown with Toronto, lineup combos, and betting angles. With the Oilers rolling through the first month of the 2026‑27 season, the episode offers fresh analysis and fan‑driven heat for any Oilers enthusiast.
McDavid and Draisaitl had a combined 10 points in the Oilers’ 6-5 shootout win over the Hurricanes Thursday.
Despite captain Mikael Backlund’s late‑game injury, the Calgary Flames rallied to a 2‑1 win over the Minnesota Wild on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2026. Goalie Devin Cooley posted 36 saves while the special teams shined—Aydar Suniev and Joel Farabee each netted power‑play goals and the penalty kill neutralized all four Wild power plays. The victory follows a 4‑3 OT loss to the Oilers for Minnesota and ends the Flames’ early 0‑5‑0 skid with a strong, balanced effort from players like Ben Jones, Martin Pospisil, Jonathan Castagna and Morgan Frost. The Flames look to build momentum next against Detroit.
Edmonton Oilers coach Mike Babcock delivered a candid assessment of his team’s performance following a thrilling 6-5 shootout victory over the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday night. The victory came two days after Edmonton defeated the Minnesota Wild on Evan Bouchard’s overtime winner. Thursday’s triumph improved the Oilers to 8-1-1 as a terrific start to the 2026-27 […] The post Oilers’ Mike Babcock drops truth bomb after thrilling shootout win vs. Hurricanes appeared first on ClutchPoints .
In this edition of The Hockey News Morning Skate, Eric Cruikshank and Michael Traikos break down Connor McDavid's incredible five-point game against the Carolina Hurricanes and the Toronto Maple Leafs' depth stepping up in a win over the New York Rangers.
The Edmonton Oilers defeated the Carolina Hurricanes by a score of 6-5 in a thrilling game that went to a shootout at Rogers Place on Thursday (Oct. 22). Oilers forwards…
The Oilers survived a roller‑coaster night at Rogers Place, pulling off a third‑period comeback to beat the defending Stanley Cup champions Carolina Hurricanes 5‑4 in a shootout on Oct. 23, 2026. Connor McDavid scored twice, including the game‑tying goal, while Leon Draisaitl added a power‑play marker; Ryan Nugent‑Hopkins returned after a month off, posted a goal, an assist and the shootout winner in his 1,032nd NHL game, moving within five games of franchise legend Kevin Lowe. Edmonton’s power play went 3‑for‑5 despite being outshot 27‑21, signaling a resilient performance against a 6‑1‑0 road‑record Hurricanes squad.
Edmonton Oilers centre Connor McDavid continued his historic start to the 2026-27 NHL season on Thursday, notching five points to inspire his side to a thrilling 6-5 shootout win against the Carolina Hurricanes. The captain finished with two goals and three assists, reaching 31 points through his first 10 games and matching a milestone previously […] The post Oilers star Connor McDavid matches insane Wayne Gretzky start that puts him on 200-point pace appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Carolina Hurricanes fall 6-5 in a shootout to the Edmonton Oilers on Oct. 23, 2026, after the Oilers dominate the power play. Seth Jarvis returns from shoulder surgery and even scores a go‑ahead goal, but blames his defensive lapse for the loss. The game sparks controversy when Oilers forward Zach Hyman dramatizes a minor cross‑check from Sean Walker, flashing a wink and smile that fuels social‑media debate. Key moments include power‑play goals from Leon Draisaitl and Jackson Blake, even‑strength scores by Sebastian Aho, Jarvis and Logan Stankoven, and Connor McDavid’s early third‑period tally. Oilers clinch the win in the shootout despite Hurricanes rookie Juuso Valimaki netting his first goal for Carolina.
The Edmonton Oilers edge the Carolina Hurricanes 6‑5 in a shootout on Oct. 22, 2026, in what many call the season’s "game of the year." Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl each tally two goals and three assists, while Ryan Nugent‑Hopkins scores the regulation winner and clinches the shootout. The Hurricanes, missing Jordan Staal and Mark Jankowski, rely on a return from Seth Jarvis and a standout goal from Logan Stankoven, but fall short after a late comeback by the Oilers. The Oilers entered the matchup 7‑1‑1, and the win keeps their early‑season momentum alive.
The Edmonton Oilers staged a dramatic comeback to beat defending champion Carolina Hurricanes 6-5 in a shootout on October 23, 2026. After falling behind 4-2 in the second period, the Oilers rallied behind Leon Draisaitl, Connor McDavid and Ryan Nugent‑Hopkins, who scored his first goal of the season on the power play. A late third‑period goal by Juusö Valimäki and a lucky McDavid deflection forced overtime, where the Oilers clinched the win in the shootout. The victory puts Edmonton 2-0 on the homestand and showcases strong power‑play performance and resilience against a deep Hurricanes squad.
The Calgary Flames snap a 2‑1 home win over the Minnesota Wild on Oct. 23, 2026, riding two first‑period power‑play goals despite missing captain Mikael Backlund. Aydar Suniev (9:11) and Joel Farabee (5:54) score on specials, while goaltender Devin Cooley makes key saves in the third to preserve the lead. The Wild pull back with Michael McCarron’s late goal (15:21) but can’t overcome the Flames’ special‑teams edge. Blake Coleman makes his emotional return to the Saddledome after being traded to Minnesota, adding extra drama to the win.
Seth Jarvis was a full practice participant Wednesday and could make his season debut Thursday for the Hurricanes against the Oilers after shoulder surgery.
Chernyshov left the game after blocking a shot from Matinpalo, which struck his left arm.
The New York Rangers are one of the most surprising teams in the NHL through the early part of the season as they are in second place in the Metropolitan Division, just two points behind the Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes. In an effort to improve the overall depth of their forward group, the Rangers […] The post Rangers add veteran forward amid hot start to 2026-27 appeared first on ClutchPoints .