More teams would come from the break and they would be fighting to get their groove back during an 8 game docket.
NHL News and Notes from Tuesday, February 6th, 2024
News
- The New York Rangers have placed forward Nick Bonino on unconditional waivers for the purpose of terminating his contract.
The #NYR have placed Nick Bonino on unconditional waivers for the purpose of contract termination.
— Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) February 6, 2024
Expect Nick Bonino to consider other NHL options once his contract is formally terminated by the #NYR. There have been inquiries. Reminder that he would need to sign somewhere by 3 p.m. ET on March 8 to remain eligible for the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
— Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) February 6, 2024
PWHL News
- The PWHL made a pair of huge announcements for a Takeover Weekend.
- First the PWHL announced that on Saturday, March 16th Ottawa will take on Boston at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit.
We’re bringing this matchup to Motor City! 😎
— PWHL (@thepwhlofficial) February 6, 2024
Ottawa and Boston are headed to Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, MI on Saturday, March 16 as a part of PWHL Takeover Weekend.
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- Then the PWHL announced that on Sunday, March 17th Toronto will faceoff with Montreal at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh.
We’re coming to the Steel City! 💪
— PWHL (@thepwhlofficial) February 6, 2024
Toronto and Montréal are set for a rematch at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA on Sunday, March 17 as a part of PWHL Takeover Weekend.
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Game Recaps
Calgary Flames v. Boston Bruins – 7p ET
- In Boston the Bruins would return from the break with a visit from the Calgary Flames, and in the first period Andrei Kuzmenko would net his first as a Flame and Connor Zary would score to give the Flames the 2-0 lead. Then after a scoreless second period Pavel Zacha would score for the B’s, but goals from Jonathan Huberdeau and Noah Hanafin would score to give the Flames the 4-1 victory over the Bruins.
Dallas Stars v. Buffalo Sabres – 7p ET
- In Buffalo the Sabres would play host to the Dallas Stars, and in the first period Matt Duchene would score to give the Stars the 1-0 lead. In the second period Tage Thompson would score for the Sabres to tie the game at one, but Sam Steel would score to retake the lead for the Stars. Then in the third period the Stars would hold the Sabres at bay to take the 2-1 victory.
Vancouver Canucks v. Carolina Hurricanes – 7p ET
- In Carolina the Vancouver Canucks would come to town to take on the Hurricanes, and in the first period Jordan Martinook would score for the Canes while Elias Lindholm would net his first as a Canuck for the 1-1 tie. In the second period Lindholm would net his second of the game for the Canucks and Sebastian Aho would score for the Canes for the 2-2 tie. Then in the third period JT Miller would score to give the Canucks the 3-2 victory over the Hurricanes.
Philadelphia Flyers v. Florida Panthers – 7p ET
- In Florida the Panthers would take on the Philadelphia Flyers, and in the first period Carter Verhaeghe would score to give the Panthers the 1-0 lead. In the second period Travis Konecny would score to tie the game at one for the Flyers. Then in the third period Noah Cates would score to give the Flyers the 2-1 victory over the Panthers.
Winnipeg Jets v. Pittsburgh Penguins – 7p ET
- In Pittsburgh the Winnipeg Jets would come to town to battle the Penguins, and in the first period Kris Letang would score to give the Pens the 1-0 lead. In the second period Jeff Carter and Bryan Rust would score to grow the Pens lead to three. Then it would be a scoreless third period to give the Penguins the 3-0 victory over the Jets. Tristan Jarry would make 23 saves to earn the shutout.
Montreal Canadiens v. Washington Capitals – 7p ET
- In Washington DC the Capitals would take on the Montreal Canadiens, and in the first period Nick Suzuki would net a pair of goals followed by a tally from Michael Pezzetta to give the Habs the 3-0 lead. In the second period Alex Ovechkin would net his 10th of the season to get the Caps on the board and back within two. Then in the third period Rasmus Sandin would score for the Caps, but a pair of goals from Slafkovsky would give the Canadiens the 5-2 victory over the Capitals.
Colorado Avalanche v. New Jersey Devils – 730p ET
- In New Jersey the Devils would faceoff with the Colorado Avalanche, and in the first period Mikko Rantanen would strike first for the Avs, but Chris Tierney would score to tie the game at one for the Devils. In the second period Jesper Bratt and Dawson Mercer would score to give the Devils the 3-1 lead. Then in the third period Cale Makar and Samuel Girard would score to tie the game at three for the Avs, but Luke Hughes and Erik Haula would score to give the Devils the 5-3 victory over the Avalanche.
Late Games
- Edmonton Oilers v. Vegas Golden Knights – 10p ET
Today’s Games
- TB v. NYR – 7p ET
- DAL v. TOR – 7p ET
- MIN v. CHI – 930p ET
Noteworthy in Hockey
- What Is The NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program? What The Program Entails As Capitals’ Kuznetsov Joins (The Hockey News)
- As NHL players face sexual assault charges, media ‘circus’ begins in London, Ont. (The Athletic – $)
- Capitals Rally Around Kuznetsov, Offer Support As He Enters Player Assistance Program: ‘There’s No One Person That Can Do What Kuzy Does’ (The Hockey News)
- Insider Trading: Flames uncertain Hanifin situation coming to a head (TSN)
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