Dylan Larkin booed during Red Wings’ home opener
Hunter Crowther ( HunterCrowther ) Oct 2, 2026, 19:24 EDT
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Senators head coach Travis Green wishes Daniel Alfredsson nothing but the best ahead of Battle of Ontario
The Toronto Maple Leafs became the talk of the hockey world even before they played their opening game of the 2026-27 season. On the eve of their season beginning, the Maple Leafs acquired Kirill Marchenko in a package that centered around forward Matthew Knies.
The Leafs Nation
Alex Tuch’s 2-goal debut sparks Capitals’ 5-2 win over Hurricanes
(AP) — Alex Tuch scored twice in his first game for Washington, Alex Ovechkin opened his 22nd NHL season with an assist and the Capitals beat the Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes 5-2 on Friday night. Tuch joined the Capitals in an offseason trade after five seasons with Buffalo.
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Blues’ Toropchenko leaves season opener with apparent shoulder injury
St. Louis Blues forward Alexey Toropchenko left the season-opening game at Dallas with an apparent shoulder injury early in the second period Friday night after being hit by two Stars players behind his own net.
Sportsnet
Jake Sanderson Likely To Play In Saturday Opener After Senators Send Rookie Down To Belleville
The star defenseman’s anticipated return for the season opener sends surprising rookie Hoyt Stanley down to the AHL.
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Islanders’ Ilya Sorokin responds to Rangers’ Igor Shesterkin’s goalie goal jab
Shesterkin said that his goal — unlike Sorokin’s in March 2025 — was an actual one.
New York Post
Canucks Hopeful Thatcher Demko Will Return Before Christmas
It looks like Thatcher Demko’s season debut for the Vancouver Canucks is months away, not weeks.
Pro Hockey Rumors
Scouting Report: Breaking down top 2027 NHL Draft prospect Landon DuPont’s NCAA debut
DuPont registered a pair of assists in a lopsided win in Ann Arbor.
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ASU asks for independent review of Mayich incident
Arizona State has asked a former chief justice of the Arizona Supreme Court to lead an independent review of the collapse of hockey player Matthew Mayich during an outdoor workout in August.
Sportsnet
Takeaways from the Ducks 4-3 Win over the Golden Knights
Anaheim exacts playoff revenge as a revamped roster survives a furious Vegas comeback, showcasing a potent new cycle game and stellar goaltending to launch their promising season.
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Dylan Garand Caps “Craziest Week” Of His Life With First NHL Shutout In Rangers’ Victory
Sometimes, life-changing opportunities come when you least expect them.
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NHL Highlights: Bruins 4, Jets 3 (OT)
Jack Swayman turned away 30 shots, David Pastrnak dished out two assists, and the Boston Bruins earned a 4-3 overtime win over the Winnipeg Jets.
Sportsnet
Dylan Garand gets his Rangers backup opportunity — and a real chance to make his case
By Mollie Walker Published Oct. 2, 2026, 6:44 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Make New York Post a Preferred Source DETROIT — So, Dylan Garand will be the Rangers backup goalie in October after all.
New York Post
NHL Tonight: Stats, betting info and storylines for Saturday’s 13-game slate
Only six teams have the night off. Here’s what you need to know for the 26 who are hitting the ice.
ESPN
Vancouver Canucks Gameday Preview #3: Will The Scoring Continue Against The Calgary Flames?
The Vancouver Canucks battle the Calgary Flames on Saturday.
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