The Penguins’ playoff push just hit a major obstacle. With Kris Letang sidelined for at least four weeks by a fractured foot, Pittsburgh must now navigate a crucial stretch without the heart, minutes, and leadership of its longtime defensive anchor.

Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes is emerging as a leading candidate to become the highest-paid defenseman in NHL history when he becomes eligible for a contract extension later this year. Acquired in a franchise-altering trade from Vancouver in December, he has continued to play at a high level in Minnesota.

Fraser Minten turned January into his breakout moment, recording eight goals and 14 points in 14 games. His surge powered Boston’s 11-2-1 run and earned him NHL Rookie of the Month honors.

Anže Kopitar is back in the Kings’ lineup, and his return couldn’t come at a more critical moment as Los Angeles gears up for a playoff push. After missing 11 games with an upper-body injury, the captain’s presence could be the stabilizing force that defines the Kings’ postseason fate.

The Devils fell short of a Western Conference road-trip sweep Sunday as the Kraken scored three third-period goals to pull away for a 4–2 win in Seattle. Late breakdowns proved costly for New Jersey despite an otherwise strong performance.

Big names across the NHL are going down, and teams are feeling the impact fast. With stars like Nylander, Hughes, and key contributors from multiple clubs sidelined, lineups have shuffled this week.

Andrei Vasilevskiy has steadily developed into one of the NHL’s most reliable goaltenders, combining size, technique, and consistency. As the Stanley Cup chase increases, he continues to be a key factor in the Tampa Bay Lightning’s pursuit of another championship.

The NHL EDGE system tracks speed, shot power, and puck possession to give fans a closer look at player performance. This season, stars like Connor McDavid, Morgan Geekie, and Brady Tkachuk are already standing out with record-setting stats.