The San Jose hockey players achieved their first victory in the tenth game of the season when they triumphed 5:4 after overtime on the ice of Utah in the NHL night game. Tampa Bay players defeated Nashville 3:2 after extra time on home ice, Slovakian “Lightning” defender Erik Černák did not score. Not even Calgary striker Martin Pospíšil was included in the Canadian scoring, as his team lost 0:5 on Vegas ice.
news-item-description">In the NHL night games, two Slovak hockey players took part in the game. However, Erik Černák and Martin Pospíšil did not register in productivity.
The “pull” of the Tampa Bay – Nashville match was the return of the guest forward Steven Stamkos to the environment in which he worked from the 2008 draft until the summer of 2024. With the Lightning team, he won the Stanley Cup twice and became one of the legends of the club. He reminded the home fans with two assists. The Predators have only seven points after nine games and are the third weakest team in the Western Conference. Tampa won its second game in a row, Black man played 21:18 min.
Tampa Bay Lightning – Nashville Predators 3:2 pp (2:0, 0:2, 0:0 – 1:0) Goals: 10. Point (Guentzel), 20. Chaffee (Point), 64. Paul (Guentzel) – 31. O’Reilly (Marchessault, Stamkos), 39. Nyquist (Stamkos, Skjei)
The Vegas hockey players continue to be 100 percent on home ice and triumphed on it even in the seventh game of the season. They have a convincing score of 39:16 in front of their own spectators. Their power was felt by the Calgary players, who lost 0:5 to 16:38 shots. He hurried he started in the position of central striker of the third formation of the “flames” with Anthony Manth and Jonathan Huberdeau. He spent a total of 16:25 minutes on the ice, during which he presented himself with one negative point, two shots and a 40 percent success rate on throw-ins.
Vegas Golden Knights – Calgary Flames 5:0 (1:0, 1:0, 3:0) Goals: 7. Pietrangelo (Holtz, W. Karlsson), 24. Stone (Eichel), 43. Kolesar (Schwindt, N. Roy), 54. Kolesar (N. Roy), 55. N. Roy (Kolesar, Schwindt)
The third victory in the series was achieved by the players of the reigning champion of Florida, who triumphed on the ice of Buffalo 5:2. They ended the Sabres’ three-game winning streak.
Buffalo Sabers – Florida Panthers 2:5 (0:2, 2:1, 0:2) Goals: 31. Zucker (T. Thompson, Peterka), 33. Dahlin (Power) – 12. J. Boqvist (Lundell, Luostarinen ), 12. Reinhart (Barkov, Verhaeghe), 37. Verhaeghe (M. Tkachuk, Bennett), 55. Bennett (Schmidt), 56. Barkov (Reinhart, Forsling)
The hockey players of Columbus defeated last season’s finalists Edmonton 6:1 on their own ice. Striker Cole Sillinger contributed three points to the triumph. The guests lost captain Connor McDavid, who was injured already in the first shift, when he lost his stability and fell on the ice while trying to break into the offensive zone. Although he continued in the game, he did not return to the match after leaving for the substitute. Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch said McDavid will travel back to Edmonton from the trip to undergo a lower-body injury. Edmonton will play on the ice of Nashville on Friday night, three days after that it will be presented in Calgary.
Columbus Blue Jackets – Edmonton Oilers 6:1 (3:0, 1:0, 2:1) Goals: 3. Monahan (Marčenko, Werenski), 11. Fantilli (Sillinger), 15. Sillinger, 28. Olivier (J. van Riemsdyk), 56. Pyyhtiä (Fantilli, Sillinger), 57. Monahan (Činachov, Marchenko) – 60. Ekholm (Nurse, Perry)
Forward John Tavares scored the 12th hat trick of his career to help Toronto win on the ice of the best team of the competition Winnipeg 6-4. It was the first loss for the Jets in their 10th game of the season and the first time they conceded more than three goals. The Maple Leafs won for the first time after three losses. The performance of Kyle Connor, who participated in all Jets’ goals, scoring two goals and making two assists, did not help the home team to gain a point.
Winnipeg Jets – Toronto Maple Leafs 4:6 (0:2, 2:3, 2:1) Goals: 27. Connor (Scheifele, Morrissey), 32. Connor (Morrissey, Vilardi), 48. Scheifele (Connor, Morrissey) , 57. Vilardi (Connor, Ehlers) – 12. Tavares (Pacioretty, McCabe), 18. Nylander (Pacioretty), 21. Knies (Matthews, Marner), 24. Rielly (Nylander, Pacioretty), 38. Tavares (Ekman- Larsson, Nylander), 60. Tavares (C. Tanev)
Both teams’ streaks ended in the Colorado-Chicago match. The Blackhawks won for the first time after four losses and achieved their third triumph of the season after the result 5-2. The Avalanche fell short for the first time in five games.
Colorado Avalanche – Chicago Blackhawks 2:5 (2:3, 0:0, 0:2) Goals: 11. Mittelstadt (L. O’Connor, Malinski), 20. MacKinnon (Makar, Georgiev) – 9. Kurashev (A . Vlasic), 12. Reichel (Craig Smith), 17. Donato (Dickinson, Murphy), 60. Donato, 60. Michejev (Donato, Dickinson)
“Sharks” performed a perfect turnaround at the end of the match, when they were still losing 1:4 in the 56th minute. They equalized with three goals in less than two minutes, and their triumph was decided by Alexander Wennberg in the second minute of overtime. It was the fourth loss in a row for Utah, the Sharks are still the weakest team in the competition with four points.
Utah Hockey Club – San Jose Sharks 4:5 pp (2:0, 2:1, 0:3 – 0:1) Goals: 11. Guenther (Keller), 17. Maccelli (Cole, Schmaltz), 31. Maccelli ( Cole, Koljachonok), 40. Sergačov – 30. Zetterlund (Guščin, Thrun), 56. Zetterlund (Toffoli), 56. Granlund, 58. Toffoli (Wennberg), 62. Wennberg
The Carolina players achieved their fourth victory in a row when they triumphed 4:3 after overtime on the ice of Vancouver. Sebastian Aho decided their triumph in the 47th second of overtime. The Canucks lost after winning four games.
Vancouver Canucks – Carolina Hurricanes 3:4 pp (1:2, 0:1, 2:0 – 0:1) Goals: 8. Boeser (J. Miller, Q. Hughes), 48. Q. Hughes (Boeser, J . Miller), 57. P. Suter (Sprong, Höglander) – 6. W. Carrier (Blake, Drury), 16. Nečas (Kotkaniemi, Robinson), 22. Roslovic (Burns, Svečnikov), 61. Sebastian Aho (Gostisbehere , Time)
NHL Night: San Jose Sharks’ Improbable Comeback & More Exciting Games!
Ah, hockey—the sport that’s basically a controlled form of chaos, where players slide around on ice while wielding sticks, desperately trying to retain their dignity after being checked into the boards. Last night in the NHL, the ice saw its fair share of slippery shenanigans, particularly from a certain team that decided to rewrite the definition of “never give up.” We’re talking about the San Jose Sharks challenging gravity (and common sense) to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat.
In a game that looked more like a reject from a ’90s action film than a well-planned sports event, the Sharks were down 4-1 in the final quarter, like that final slice of pizza you thought you’d lost to the hungry roommate. But what did they do? They flipped the script! Three goals in under two minutes, followed by a dramatic overtime winner from Alexander Wennberg. Yes, folks, that’s how you turn a catastrophic night into an exhilarating ending. The Sharks, who are still the league’s bottom-dwellers, somehow found a magical portal to victory: San Jose Sharks 5, Utah Hockey Club 4 (OT).
A Rollercoaster in Tampa
Meanwhile, in the land of sunshine and terrible decisions, the Tampa Bay Lightning faced the Nashville Predators. The Lightning effortlessly reminded us how they’ve managed to be Stanley Cup Champions twice while the Predators evoked all the endearing qualities of a junior league team. With Steven Stamkos lighting up the night with two assists, the Lightning clawed back to overcome the Predators, 3-2 after extra time. That said, let’s get real—if you come away with only seven points after nine games, you might need to discuss a career change with your coach.
Calgary’s Cold Front
The Calgary Flames, however, might need to take a page from a self-help book because losing 0-5 to the Vegas Golden Knights is not a good look, my friends. Their central striker thought it was a good idea to skate against some of the hottest players in the league. Spoiler alert – it wasn’t. And with a shooting success rate that would make a toddler given a Nerf gun look like a sharpshooter, things looked grim for the Flames.
Power Play for the Panthers
The Florida Panthers shrugged off the Buffalo Sabres like a speck of dirt on a fine suit, wrapping up a 5-2 victory with poetic flair. And for those who had Buffalo on their bingo card for the Sabres’ hype train, you can officially get off now. The Panthers’ relentless assaults on their goal led to a scoreline that screamed “better luck next time!”
Oilers Get Sliced by Columbus
Now, when the Columbus Blue Jackets faced off against the Edmonton Oilers, it became a display of prowess. Comprised mostly of what seemed like a bunch of players auditioning for “America’s Next Top Team,” Columbus absolutely dismantled the Oilers 6-1. Without their captain Connor McDavid—who valiantly tried to make a heroic entrance to counter Columbus—Edmonton was less of a team and more like a cat stuck in a box: lots of movement, very little direction.
Toronto’s Triumph with Tavares
The Toronto Maple Leafs visited the Winnipeg Jets in a performance that can only be summarized as “someone check the temperature, hell might be freezing over!” John Tavares’s magical hat trick pulled Toronto to victory, turning the Jets from frontrunners into mere mortals. Jets’ Kyle Connor shined brightly, but alas, even a two-goal night can’t overshadow a subpar team performance.
The Blackhawks Break Their Streak
Last but not least, the Chicago Blackhawks bounced back like a rubber ball after suffering four consecutive losses. They secured a 5-2 victory against the Colorado Avalanche, leaving fans wondering if perhaps the Avalanche were too busy napping to notice their opponents firing cannons right at them.
Conclusion
In summary, last night’s NHL games were a delightful buffet of triumphs, comebacks, and the sad reality check for a couple of teams sitting way too close to the bottom of the food chain. Let’s give them all credit for bringing the heat, but the Sharks may have just snagged the most entertaining story of the night—and they’re still in the cellar. Here’s to hoping the following nights bring even more craziness! Until next time, keep your sticks on the ice!
news-item-description">In the NHL night games, two Slovak hockey players took part in the action, but neither Erik Černák nor Martin Pospíšil managed to make a significant impact on the scoreboard.
The highlight of the Tampa Bay – Nashville match was the highly anticipated return of forward Steven Stamkos, who was back in the arena where he made his mark since being drafted in 2008, and continued until the summer of 2024. During his storied career with the Lightning, he celebrated the excitement of winning the Stanley Cup twice and established himself as one of the franchise’s all-time greats. He played a crucial role in the match, providing two assists and reminding the home crowd of his stellar abilities. Despite this, the Predators are struggling, currently sitting in the bottom tier of the Western Conference with only seven points accrued from their first nine games. Tampa Bay’s victory marked their second straight win, showcasing their strong performance on home ice.
Tampa Bay Lightning – Nashville Predators 3:2 pp (2:0, 0:2, 0:0 – 1:0) Goals: 10. Point (Guentzel), 20. Chaffee (Point), 64. Paul (Guentzel) – 31. O’Reilly (Marchessault, Stamkos), 39. Nyquist (Stamkos, Skjei)
The Vegas Golden Knights maintained their perfect home record by achieving another victory in front of an energized crowd, winning convincingly against Calgary with a score of 5:0. This game demonstrated the Knights’ dominance on home ice this season, with an impressive goal differential of 39:16. The Flames fell victim to the Knights’ relentless offense, managing only 16 total shots on goal. Calgary forward Martin Pospíšil took his place in the lineup as the central striker of the third line alongside Anthony Mantha and Jonathan Huberdeau, but he could not help change the momentum of the game in the Flames’ favor. He logged 16:25 minutes on the ice, contributing two shots and a disappointing success rate on face-offs.
Vegas Golden Knights – Calgary Flames 5:0 (1:0, 1:0, 3:0) Goals: 7. Pietrangelo (Holtz, W. Karlsson), 24. Stone (Eichel), 43. Kolesar (Schwindt, N. Roy), 54. Kolesar (N. Roy), 55. N. Roy (Kolesar, Schwindt)
The reigning champion Florida Panthers continued their strong performance by overpowering the Buffalo Sabres with a decisive 5:2 victory, putting an end to the Sabres’ winning streak of three games.
Buffalo Sabers – Florida Panthers 2:5 (0:2, 2:1, 0:2) Goals: 31. Zucker (T. Thompson, Peterka), 33. Dahlin (Power) – 12. J. Boqvist (Lundell, Luostarinen), 12. Reinhart (Barkov, Verhaeghe), 37. Verhaeghe (M. Tkachuk, Bennett), 55. Bennett (Schmidt), 56. Barkov (Reinhart, Forsling)
In a shocking turn of events, the Columbus Blue Jackets dominated the Edmonton Oilers, last season’s finalists, with an overwhelming 6:1 victory on home ice. Columbus forward Cole Sillinger was instrumental to the victory, contributing an impressive three points. The Oilers suffered a significant setback after losing their captain Connor McDavid to injury during the first shift, when he stumbled and fell on the ice while trying to advance into the offensive zone. Although he attempted to continue playing after the incident, McDavid was unable to return after leaving for the bench. Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch confirmed that McDavid would return to Edmonton for further evaluation of his lower-body injury. Edmonton will next face Nashville on the road before heading to Calgary just days later.
Columbus Blue Jackets – Edmonton Oilers 6:1 (3:0, 1:0, 2:1) Goals: 3. Monahan (Marčenko, Werenski), 11. Fantilli (Sillinger), 15. Sillinger, 28. Olivier (J. van Riemsdyk), 56. Pyyhtiä (Fantilli, Sillinger), 57. Monahan (Činachov, Marchenko) – 60. Ekholm (Nurse, Perry)
Forward John Tavares showcased his incredible talent by scoring the 12th career hat trick, propelling the Toronto Maple Leafs to a thrilling 6-4 victory over the Winnipeg Jets, who had been undefeated in their first nine games. This loss marked the Jets’ first time conceding more than three goals this season, highlighting the Leafs’ offensive prowess. The Maple Leafs’ victory also broke a streak of three consecutive losses. Despite Kyle Connor’s extraordinary performance, accounting for all of the Jets’ goals with two scored and two assists, it was not enough to earn them even a single point in this high-scoring affair.
Winnipeg Jets – Toronto Maple Leafs 4:6 (0:2, 2:3, 2:1) Goals: 27. Connor (Scheifele, Morrissey), 32. Connor (Morrissey, Vilardi), 48. Scheifele (Connor, Morrissey), 57. Vilardi (Connor, Ehlers) – 12. Tavares (Pacioretty, McCabe), 18. Nylander (Pacioretty), 21. Knies (Matthews, Marner), 24. Rielly (Nylander, Pacioretty), 38. Tavares (Ekman-Larsson, Nylander), 60. Tavares (C. Tanev)
Both teams’ streaks ended in the Colorado-Chicago matchup, where the Blackhawks achieved their first win after a disappointing four-game losing streak, triumphing 5-2 over the Colorado Avalanche. This victory marked the Avalanche’s first loss in five games, showcasing the competitive nature of the league.
Colorado Avalanche – Chicago Blackhawks 2:5 (2:3, 0:0, 0:2) Goals: 11. Mittelstadt (L. O’Connor, Malinski), 20. MacKinnon (Makar, Georgiev) – 9. Kurashev (A. Vlasic), 12. Reichel (Craig Smith), 17. Donato (Dickinson, Murphy), 60. Donato, 60. Michejev (Donato, Dickinson)
The San Jose Sharks orchestrated a stunning comeback, erasing a 1:4 deficit in the final minutes of regulation. With relentless determination, they scored three goals in less than two minutes, culminating in the decisive goal by Alexander Wennberg just two minutes into overtime. This marked the fourth consecutive loss for the Utah Hockey Club, while the Sharks continue to struggle, still sitting at the bottom of the league standings.
Utah Hockey Club – San Jose Sharks 4:5 pp (2:0, 2:1, 0:3 – 0:1) Goals: 11. Guenther (Keller), 17. Maccelli (Cole, Schmaltz), 31. Maccelli (Cole, Koljachonok), 40. Sergačov – 30. Zetterlund (Guščin, Thrun), 56. Zetterlund (Toffoli), 56. Granlund, 58. Toffoli (Wennberg), 62. Wennberg
The Carolina Hurricanes earned their fourth consecutive victory with a hard-fought 4:3 win against the Vancouver Canucks, sealing the game with a remarkable goal from Sebastian Aho just 47 seconds into overtime. This loss snapped the Canucks’ four-game winning streak.
Vancouver Canucks – Carolina Hurricanes 3:4 pp (1:2, 0:1, 2:0 – 0:1) Goals: 8. Boeser (J. Miller, Q. Hughes), 48. Q. Hughes (Boeser, J. Miller), 57. P. Suter (Sprong, Höglander) – 6. W. Carrier (Blake, Drury), 16. Nečas (Kotkaniemi, Robinson), 22. Roslovic (Burns, Svečnikov), 61. Sebastian Aho (Gostisbehere, Time)
