Ovechkin Nears Historic Milestone
Alex Ovechkin inched closer to making history with his 890th career goal, putting him just five goals away from surpassing Wayne Gretzky’s all-time NHL record. Despite his impressive performance, which included two assists, the Washington Capitals fell short in an 8-5 loss to the Buffalo Sabres. Ovechkin will continue his pursuit on Tuesday against the Boston Bruins, with nine games remaining in the regular season.
Sabres Take Control in High-Scoring Game
Buffalo showcased offensive firepower, led by Alex Tuch, who notched two goals and an assist. Tage Thompson also found the net twice, while Jack Quinn contributed a goal and two assists. Connor Clifton, JJ Peterka, and Jason Zucker added two assists each, and James Reimer made 24 saves, helping Buffalo secure its sixth win in nine games.
Jakob Chychrun stood out for Washington, scoring twice to reach the 20-goal mark for the first time in his career. Dylan Strome assisted on two goals, but goaltender Logan Thompson managed only 15 saves in a tough outing for the Capitals.
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Penguins Edge Senators in Overtime Thriller
Pittsburgh secured a 1-0 overtime win against Ottawa, thanks to a power-play goal by Sidney Crosby. With 1:16 into OT, Crosby capitalized on an Erik Karlsson setup to net his 97th career game-winning goal, surpassing Mats Sundin for 12th place in NHL history. Goalie Tristan Jarry delivered a standout performance with 31 saves for his 20th career shutout, breaking Pittsburgh’s three-game winless streak.
Ottawa’s Anton Forsberg put up a strong fight with 34 saves but couldn’t stop the Penguins from taking the victory.
Winnipeg Jets Outlast Vancouver Canucks
The Jets secured a 3-1 win over the Canucks, extending their winning streak to three games. Kyle Connor contributed a goal and an assist, while Mason Appleton and Cole Perfetti also scored. Connor Hellebuyck stood strong in net with 23 saves.
Vancouver took an early lead with Pius Suter’s first-period goal, but they couldn’t hold off Winnipeg’s offensive push. Thatcher Demko recorded 24 saves in the losing effort.
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Maple Leafs Hold Off Ducks to Extend Division Lead
Toronto claimed a 3-2 victory over Anaheim, extending their Atlantic Division lead to three points. Steven Lorentz netted the game-winning goal in the third period, while Max Domi and Mitch Marner also scored. Joseph Woll contributed 29 saves to secure the win.
Anaheim attempted a comeback with goals from Leo Carlsson and Sam Colangelo, but goaltender Lukas Dostal’s 20 saves weren’t enough to stop the Maple Leafs.
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Utah Hockey Club Dominates Blackhawks
Utah bounced back from a three-game skid with a 5-2 win against Chicago. Mikhail Sergachev and Alexander Kerfoot scored 31 seconds apart in the second period, shifting momentum in Utah’s favor. Logan Cooley, Kailer Yamamoto, and Nick DeSimone also contributed goals.
For Chicago, Joe Veleno and Ryan Donato managed to get on the scoreboard, but the team struggled overall, losing 10 of their last 11 games. Arvid Soderblom made 26 saves, but it wasn’t enough to turn the tide.
Hurricanes Outlast Islanders in Goal-Filled Clash
Carolina continued its dominance with a 6-4 win over the Islanders, marking their 11th victory in 13 games. Dmitry Orlov netted the go-ahead goal in the third period, and Seth Jarvis added his second of the night. Mark Jankowski, Logan Stankoven, and Sebastian Aho also found the back of the net.
Pierre Engvall led New York with two goals, but the Islanders dropped their fifth straight game. Bo Horvat provided two assists, and Marcus Hogberg made 24 saves in the loss.
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Canadiens Stay in Playoff Hunt with Win Over Panthers
Montreal ended a five-game skid with a crucial 4-2 win over Florida. Nick Suzuki led the charge with a goal and two assists, while Juraj Slafkovsky, Patrik Laine, and Brendan Gallagher also scored. Lane Hutson had a standout night with three assists, and Sam Montembeault stopped 24 shots.
Florida missed a chance to reclaim the top spot in the Atlantic Division. Sam Reinhart and Seth Jones scored for the Panthers, while Aleksander Barkov provided two assists. Sergei Bobrovsky made 18 saves but couldn’t prevent the loss.
What’s Next?
With the regular season winding down, playoff races are intensifying. Ovechkin’s historic chase, Pittsburgh’s playoff push, and Montreal’s fight for a wild-card spot add extra excitement to the final stretch. Stay updated with the latest NHL news and insights as teams battle for postseason positions.
