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Why Laine-Dubois blockbuster makes sense for Jets and Blue Jackets

The Winnipeg Jets-Columbus Blue Jackets blockbuster could have serious ramifications around the NHL in terms of potentially shifting the balance of power.

Inside the reasoning for the blockbuster Jets / Blues trade from Chevy's point of view.

Jets GM Kevin Cheveldayoff came out of character to pull the trigger on a pricey blockbuster deal. By doing so, Winnipeg has taken an important — and necessary — step to widening its collective window of contention.

Malkin had a chance to win it in O.T. but the Bruins complete the comeback and take the 2 pts

Craig Smith scored with 11 seconds left in overtime, and the Boston Bruins recovered after blowing a two-goal lead to beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2 on Tuesday night.

Washington scores late to cap an emotional win over the Isles.

Justin Schultz scored the go-ahead goal with 26.4 seconds left, Vitek Vanecek made 32 saves and the Washington Capitals beat the New York Islanders 3-2 on Tuesday night.

Never-contrite Tortorella sounds off on Dubois departure

Fresh off a tumultuous start to the season and a blockbuster deal that saw his club lose its No. 1 centre, John Tortorella joined Chris Simpson for a wide-ranging interview set to air Wednesday on Sportsnet.

Rutherford's departure catches everyone off-guard - in Pittsburgh and beyond

Jim Rutherford's decision to resign as GM of the Penguins on Wednesday shocked the hockey world. And whoever the next GM is in Pittsburgh will be tasked with the same expectations faced by the Hall of Famer nearly seven years ago,

Jets' players looking to spread out the responsibility as their new chemistry continues to develop

It’s time to make a little room on the marquee because the Winnipeg Jets aren’t only leaning on a handful of guys to lead the charge anymore.

All is not well in Cowtown to start the year

Calgary Flames players held a closed-door meeting after their latest loss in an attempt to spark a turnaround to the team's slow start.

Sponsorship deal helps to shore up the NWHL

The NWHL announced a new partnership with Discover Financial Services on Friday morning, marking the league's largest-ever sponsorship deal.

Three and out for Minnesota's Fiala

Minnesota Wild forward Kevin Fiala has been suspended three games for boarding Los Angeles Kings defenceman Matt Roy.

Laine may play Tuesday against the Stars

Blue Jackets general manager Jarmo Kekalainen joined Sportsnet 590 The Fan's Writers Bloc on Friday to discuss the team's newest superstar forward, Patrik Laine.

Canucks are hoping to ride the momentum of 3 wins against Ottawa

Funeral music at the start of the week, show tunes at the end. Welcome to the Vancouver Canucks’ world. But while a three-game sweep of the Ottawa Senators leaves much to be happy with, an upcoming road trip against the best teams in the North Division will be a more telling test.

Flames burst Montreal's bubble as Markstrom earns the shutout win

It wasn’t for lack of effort, or because they were outplayed, the Montreal Canadiens simply couldn't solve Calgary Flames goalie Jacob Markstrom as they fell 2-0 Saturday in their first regulation loss of the season.

Pens' come from behind and win in overtime over the Rangers

Sidney Crosby scored at 2:27 of overtime and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the New York Rangers 5-4 on Saturday night to stop a two-game skid.

Canucks keep their streak alive with a rare win in the 'Peg

Brock Boeser had a pair of goals Saturday and the Vancouver Canucks topped the Winnipeg Jets 4-1.

McDavid continues to show his dominance and carries the Oilers to a big win over the Leafs

Connor McDavid scored his second goal of the night 42 seconds into overtime as the Edmonton Oilers defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-3 on Saturday.

B's score 5 unanswered to steal 2 points from Chara and the Caps.

David Pastrnak scored his first two goals of the season before Craig Smith tied it, Brandon Carlo scored the go-ahead goal and the Boston Bruins came back to beat the Washington Capitals 5-3 on Monday night.

Johnny Hockey shuts the lights out on the Jets

Johnny Gaudreau scored the shootout winner as the Calgary Flames downed the Winnipeg Jets 4-3 on Monday night.

The Montreal Kryptoni.......er, Canadiens stun Vancouver once again

It is their hallmark, their superpower, their essence and it’s propelled them to a 6-1-2 start to the season -- it's the Montreal Canadiens' enviable depth.

The Sens' struggles out West continue with another 2 losses to the Oil

Jesse Puljujarvi had a pair of goals and the Edmonton Oilers posted a 4-2 win over the slumping Ottawa Senators on Tuesday to sweep the two-game series.

Winnipeg evens the season series with a close win over the Flames

Nikolaj Ehlers scored the eventual game-winner for the Winnipeg Jets in a 3-2 win Tuesday over the visiting Calgary Flames.

1,000 game milestone for the ever-classy and future Hall-Of-Famer, Shea Weber

As Montreal's Shea Weber prepares for his 1,000th career game, those who have played both with and against him discuss what makes him so respected around the league.

The Canucks' lose another one to the increasingly impressive Habs

Travis Green called the Canucks' game on Tuesday a "step in the right direction," but it seems the team is still walking a difficult path as they leave behind a pair of losses to Montreal for a three-game set with the Maple Leafs.

Another career highlite for Ovee, but New York takes the 2 pts

Ryan Strome scored twice to help the New York Rangers beat Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals 4-2 on Thursday night.

The Newbies both got their 1st's for the Jackets and help them down the Stars

Patrik Laine and Jack Roslovic scored for the first time since being traded to Columbus last month, and the Blue Jackets beat the Dallas Stars 4-3 on Thursday night to earn a split of the two-game series.

Sens finally have something to celebrate with a big win over the Habs

The Ottawa Senators snapped a nine-game losing skid Thursday, upsetting the Montreal Canadiens 3-2.

So much for being "sick". Knights crush Kings in their return to the ice.

Nic Hague and William Karlsson each had a goal and two assists as the Vegas Golden Knights returned to action after being sidelined due to COVID protocols and beat the Los Angeles Kings 5-2 Friday night.

Third period wonders do it again as the Bruins rally to beat the Flyers

Sean Kuraly and Brad Marchand scored 27 seconds apart in the third period to lead the Boston Bruins to a 2-1 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers on Friday night.

Defending champs looking good with a 5-0 start at home this season

Barclay Goodrow scored a pair of goals and the Tampa Bay Lightning remained undefeated on home ice with a 3-1 victory over the Detroit Red Wings on Friday night.

"Beats me". Bennett has no idea why he was scratched despite asking to be traded.

Being held out of the Calgary Flames' lineup on Thursday caught Sam Bennett by surprise.

Bennett scores in his return to the lineup as Calgary outguns the Oilers

Mikael Backlund helped the Calgary Flames overcome a sluggish start with a goal and two assists in a 6-4 win Saturday over the Edmonton Oilers.

Sens' lose the rematch in a close one, but are still staying positive

The kids are gradually taking over the power spots. With a revitalized roster and Matt Murray finding his stride, the Ottawa Senators just became one of the more interesting teams to lose ten of their first 12 games.

The Leafs continue their dominance over the Canucks with a crushing 5-1 win

Toronto is sucking the soul out of Vancouver, to the point where we’re not sure how much credit the Maple Leafs really even deserve.

"Mr. Laine, meet Mr. Tortorella.......your welcoming party"

Patrik Laine was benched for the third period of Monday's 3-2 win over the Carolina Hurricanes after skating 11:14 in the first two frames. After the game, Tortorella was asked about his decision to sit the young star down.

Maple Leafs' Simmonds out six weeks with broken wrist

Maple Leafs winger Wayne Simmonds will be sidelined for six weeks with a broken wrist, per head coach Sheldon Keefe. The club will go with seven defenceman Monday night with Simmonds out, opening the door for Rasmus Sandin's season debut.

"Here's an apple and a roadmap kid....."

Having had a dismal start to the season thus far, the Vancouver Canucks need a move or two to shake themselves from their stupor almost as much as Jake Virtanen clearly needs a fresh start for another team and another coach.

Flames hoping to end Bennett trade chatter with top-line role

The Calgary Flames don't want Sam Bennett going anywhere, and after head coach Geoff Ward moved him into a starting role Saturday, they may just get their wish.

Huge comback win for the Sens' as the Leafs blow a 4 goal lead.

After a shocking comeback loss to the Ottawa Senators, the Toronto Maple Leafs find themselves amidst a glut of tired questions, but also an opportunity to answer them.

The 'Hawks are on a roll as they win their 5th in the last 6 games.

Dominik Kubalik scored his second goal of the game 4:43 into overtime, and the Chicago Blackhawks beat the Detroit Red Wings 3-2 on Monday night.

Canucks fortunate to get a point after blowing a 2-0 lead and squandering a strong start

Johnny Gaudreau's overtime goal put an end to a dramatic matchup as the Calgary Flames edged the Vancouver Canucks 4-3 on Monday.

Lankinen stones the Wings to earn his first NHL shut out.

Kevin Lankinen made 29 saves for his first career shutout and fellow rookie Philipp Kurashev scored a pretty goal in the Chicago Blackhawks' 2-0 victory over the Detroit Red Wings on Wednesday night.

NHLers to wear Willie O'Ree-inspired skates for Black History Month

A Canadian plant has produced skates honouring the NHL's first Black player as part of Black History Month.

Huberdeau nets 3 points including the OT winner over Carolina

Jonathan Huberdeau scored his second goal of the game with 2:31 remaining in overtime as the Florida Panthers rallied to beat the Carolina Hurricanes 4-3 on Wednesday night.

Oilers star Connor McDavid reaches 500 career points

Oilers captain Connor McDavid has recorded his 500th NHL point, assisting on Edmonton's first goal of the night against the Winnipeg Jets on Wednesday.

Canucks explode for 5 goals and pick up a rare road win vs the Flames

Brock Boeser had a goal and two assists for the Vancouver Canucks in a 5-1 win Wednesday over the host Calgary Flames.

Gaetan's in da' Haas.....

Gaetan Haas scored the eventual game-winner for the Edmonton Oilers in a 2-1 win Friday over the host Calgary Flames.

Niederreiter's ninth helps the 'Canes top the Chicago

Central leading Panthers smoke the Wings 7-2 in Motown

Patric Hornqvist scored in the first and third periods to help the Florida Panthers start and finish strong in a 7-2 victory over the the Detroit Red Wings on Friday night.

B.C. boy Brossoit stops 29 to shut out the 'Nucks at home

On a day when coach Travis Green’s choice of starter sparked debate about the identity of the Vancouver Canucks’ No. 1 goaltender, there was no lack of clarity from the Winnipeg Jets.

Rittich pitches a shut out Calgary as they top the Leafs in T.O.

David Rittich made 34 saves for his first shutout of the season as the Calgary Flames blanked the red-hot Auston Matthews and his first-place Toronto Maple Leafs 3-0 on Monday night.