The Islanders beat the Devils in a dominant 9-0 victory, highlighted by Anthony Duclair’s explosive hat trick and a flawless night in goal from Ilya Sorokin. It was a statement win that showcased New York’s offensive depth, defensive discipline, and renewed confidence as the season heads towards playoffs.

The Colorado Avalanche have separated themselves from the rest of the NHL with relentless scoring, structured defense, and unmatched consistency. As the season rolls on, Colorado’s complete, all-around game has made them the team to beat.

A decade of producing at the highest level has led Brad Marchand to 1,000 career NHL points. The milestone is a reflection of sustained excellence and one of the most reliable offensive careers of his era.

Islanders forward Mathew Barzal was fined by the NHL after a slash incident reviewed by the Department of Player Safety. The decision underscores the league’s ongoing focus on player discipline.

After previous years finishing bronze, Team USA has transformed into a gold-medal powerhouse with depth, skill, and a proven development pipeline. As another World Juniors kicks off, the question isn’t whether they belong at the top, but whether they can make it three in a row.

Sidney Crosby delivered a moment nearly two decades in the making, passing Mario Lemieux to become the Pittsburgh Penguins’ all-time points leader. On a night filled with emotion and history, the captain once again defined what it means to wear the jersey.

As the NHL hits the grind of mid-December, injuries are beginning to reshape the league, sidelining stars, testing depth, and forcing teams into tough lineup decisions. From uncertain Winter Classic returns to long-term losses that could alter playoff races, here’s a full breakdown of who’s out this week, who’s close, and how it could change the season’s trajectory.

Leon Draisaitl became the first German-born player to reach 1,000 NHL points, hitting the milestone quietly in the flow of a game on Tuesday. With years of elite scoring and consistent excellence, he has firmly established his own legacy alongside Connor McDavid as one of the league’s top offensive players.