On a six game night, four of the games were won by the visitors, plus the weekly Three Stars of the Week news, and other news and notes
NHL News and Notes Monday, March 4th, 2024
News
- The NHL announced that Nashville Predators defenseman Roman Josi has been named First Star of the Week.
- Brandon Montour (FLA) and Josh Morrissey (WIN) would round out the rest of the Three Stars.
- NHL Stars of the Week – Defense Rules Three Stars
Roman Josi (@PredsNHL), Brandon Montour (@FlaPanthers) and Josh Morrissey (@NHLJets) have been named the NHL’s “Three Stars” for the week ending March 3.#NHLStats: https://t.co/HwZjhVyBAk pic.twitter.com/qw1jliAb6a
— NHL Public Relations (@NHLPR) March 4, 2024
- The New Jersey Devils announced that they have relieved Lindy Ruff as head coach.
- The Devils would name Travis Green as Interim Head Coach.
#NEWS: We have relieved Lindy Ruff of his head coaching duties and named Associate Coach Travis Green as Interim Head Coach for the rest of the season.
— New Jersey Devils (@NJDevils) March 4, 2024
📰 More info ⤵️https://t.co/XdYH17w5gZ
- Washington Capitals forward Evgeny Kuznetsov will be joining the Hershey Bears of the AHL.
- Kuznetsov was loaned to Hershey on Sunday after clearing waivers.
NEWS: Forward Evgeny Kuznetsov is joining the Bears after being loaned by the @Capitals. Kuznetsov, a 2018 Stanley Cup Champion, and a two-time NHL All-Star, is expected to take part in Hershey's practice on Tuesday at GIANT Center.
— Hershey Bears (@TheHersheyBears) March 4, 2024
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Game Recaps
Vegas Golden Knights v. Columbus Blue Jackets – 7p ET
- In Columbus, the Blue Jackets hosted the Golden Knights and in the first, a goal from Justin Danforth put Columbus up 1-0 and then Alexander Nylander scored his second of the year to put the Blue Jackets up 2-0. Then a goal from Mason Morelli put Vegas on the board and then William Karlsson’s 22nd of the year tied the game for the Golden Knights. In the second, Erik Gudbranson’s fourth of the year gave the Jackets the lead back. In the third period, Alexander Nylander netted his second of the night to put Columbus back up a pair but then Chandler Stephenson brought Vegas back within a goal. Then Yegor Chinakov scored his 16th of the year to give Columbus the 5-3 lead and then Alexander Nylander finished the game with an empty netter, and getting the hat trick, as the Blue Jackets downed the Golden Knights 6-3.
Florida Panthers v. New York Rangers – 7p ET
- In New York, the Rangers hosted the Panthers and in the first New York took the 1-0 lead when Will Cuylle scored on the power play. In the second, Sam Reinhart scored a pair of goals, one on the power play, to give Florida the 2-1 lead but then Chris Kreider got a power play goal of his own to even the score. In the third, Ryan Lomberg’s fifth of the year put Florida back in the lead and then Anton Lundell scored an empty net goal as the Panthers doubled up the Rangers 4-2.
Boston Bruins v. Toronto Maple Leafs – 7p ET
- In an Original Six match-up in Toronto, the Maple Leafs face their arch-rival Bruins. In the first, Boston took the 1-0 lead with Morgan Geekie’s 14th of the year and then Pavel Zacha scored a power play goal to put the Bruins up 2-0. In the second, Jake DeBrusk scored his 14th to put the B’s up 3-0. In the third, John Tavares got his 19th to put Toronto on the board but Pavel Zacha’s second of the night sealed the game as the Bruins defeated the Maple Leafs 4-1.
St. Louis Blues v. Philadelphia Flyers – 7:30p ET
- In Philadelphia, the Blues made the annual trek to the City of Brotherly Love to take on the Flyers and in the first, Scott Laughton scored his 10th of the year to put Philadelphia up 1-0. In the second, Kevin Hayes’ 11th of the year tied the game for St. Louis. After a scoreless third and overtime frame the game moved to the shootout where Pavel Buchnevich scored the game winner as the Blues downed the Flyers 2-1.
Late Games
- Chicago Blackhawks v. Colorado Avalanche – 9p ET
- Seattle Kraken v. Calgary Flames – 9:30p ET
Today’s Games
- FLA v. NJ – 7p ET
- CLB v. PIT – 7p ET
- EDM v. BOS – 7:30p ET
- STL v. NYI – 7:30p ET
- MON v. NAS – 8p ET
- SEA v. WIN – 8p ET
- CHI v. ARI – 9p ET
- VAN v. LA – 10:30p ET
- DAL v. SJ – 10:30p ET
Noteworthy in Hockey
- 17 Things: Capitals’ Trade Deadline Plans, Ovechkin’s Take On GM MacLellan’s Strategy, What’s Next For Kuznetsov After Waivers (The Hockey News)
- The hockey brawl that changed the NHL forever, as told by those who fought in it (The Athletic – $)
- Color of Hockey: James honored by Capitals during memorable weekend (NHL)
- 32 Thoughts Podcast: Trade Deadline Preview (SportsNet)
- 32 Thoughts Blog: A note on every team to open trade deadline week (SportsNet)
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