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NHL Daily Digest – October 9, 2026

The latest NHL headlines, trade updates, game reaction, injury news and talking points from across the league.

Instant Reaction: Maple Leafs fall in shootout to Golden Knights in tale of 3 different games

The Toronto Maple Leafs had a 3-0 lead and wound up losing to the Vegas Golden Knights 4-3 in the shootout, but it was a little more complicated than your standard blown lead.

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Logan O’Connor Taking Leave From Avalanche After Death Of Father, Former NHLer Myles

Earlier this evening, the Colorado Avalanche announced that Logan O’Connor’s father, Myles O’Connor, has suddenly passed away at the age of 59, stating, “We are deeply saddened to learn of the sudden passing of Logan’s father, Myles O’Connor.

Pro Hockey Rumors • Read More »


Makar has 2 goals and an assist in the Avs’ 7-3 victory over the winless Flames

CALGARY, Alberta (AP) — Cale Makar had two goals and an assist, Devon Toews and Jaden Schwartz also each scored twice and the Colorado Avalanche beat the winless Calgary Flames 7-3 on Thursday night.

Yahoo Sports • Read More »


Report: Panthers’ Marchand to miss ‘a few weeks’ with left leg injury

Panthers forward Brad Marchand, who injured his left leg in Tuesday’s win over the Kings, will miss only "a few weeks," The Associated Press reported.

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Islanders begin defensive overhaul with Alexander Romanov lost for season

With Alexander Romanov out for the season with a torn ACL, the Islanders are reshuffling their defense pairs and inserting Scott Mayfield.

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Jets’ Josh Morrissey Sustains Upper-Body Injury

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey left Wednesday’s win over the Colorado Avalanche early after sustaining an upper-body injury. The injury occurred at the end of the first period, when Morrissey attempted to hit Avalanche forward T.J. Hughes, but missed and hit the boards instead.

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Pastrnak scores 2 goals, adds 2 assists in the Bruins’ 6-1 rout of the Mammoth

BOSTON (AP) — David Pastrnak scored his first two goals of the season and added two assists as the Boston Bruins routed the Utah Mammoth 6-1 in Thursday night.

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Predators’ Mavrik Bourque, William Trudeau leave game with upper-body injuries

Neither player was able to complete Thursday’s 5-2 win over the Montreal Canadiens.

Daily Faceoff • Read More »


Former Avalanche Forward Suffers Major Setback In Detroit

Former Avalanche Stanley Cup champion J.T. Compher has been placed on injured reserve after a frightening hit during the Red Wings’ loss to the Jets.

Yahoo Sports • Read More »


NHL Power Rankings: Who from each team made ESPN’s Top 100 player rankings?

It’s the first regular-season update of our 1-32 poll. Plus, how many players did each team land among the Top 100?

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Maple Leafs still searching for chemistry after blowing three-goal lead

The Maple Leafs are now facing the challenge of incorporating eight new forwards onto the roster over one crazy summer — finding consistency.

Sportsnet • Read More »


Instant Analysis: Blues Let Another Winnable Game Slip Away, 3-2 In Overtime To Celebrini-Less Sharks

Home opener dampened by more solid play, lack of finishing; top line is doing Blues no favors right now despite creating more opportunities; McMichael, McTavish chemistry continues to shine;

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Canucks Takeaways: Effort, execution lacking in embarrassing loss

Thursday was disappointing. Without better effort and execution from the Canucks, this trip could quickly become a sobering illustration of how much work ahead is required for the rebuild.

Sportsnet • Read More »


Some Kind of Special: Hurricanes Flex Perfect Special Teams Score in Big Win Over Canucks

A perfect night on special teams, huge goals, and a hat-trick from Logan Stankoven powered the Hurricanes to victory over the Canucks.

Sportsnaut • Read More »


NHL Roundup: Rantanen racks up four points, Stars shutout Sabres

Jake Oettinger made 26 saves for his second straight shutout, Mikko Rantanen had a goal and three assists and Dallas beat Buffalo.

Sportsnet • Read More »

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