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Tuesday night delivered a massive NHL slate packed with rivalry matchups, overtime finishes, and elite individual performances that reshaped momentum across the league. From Edmonton’s stars overwhelming Calgary to multiple games decided beyond regulation, the action highlighted just how thin the margins remain as teams push deeper into the season.
For bettors, the slate reinforced the importance of situational form, goaltending trends, and divisional familiarity. Those tracking nightly movement through SportsHub tools such as the service plays leaderboard and daily hockey service plays saw clear patterns emerge as hot teams continued to reward consistency-driven approaches.
Edmonton Oilers vs Calgary Flames – 5-1
Leon Draisaitl powered Edmonton with a hat trick, while Connor McDavid added five assists as the Oilers dominated their provincial rivals. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Zach Hyman also scored as Edmonton continued its recent mastery of Calgary. McDavid’s five-assist night tied him for second-most in franchise history, trailing only Wayne Gretzky. Calgary managed just one goal from MacKenzie Weegar despite a busy night for goaltender Dustin Wolf.
Buffalo Sabres vs Ottawa Senators – 3-2 (OT)
Buffalo extended its winning streak to seven games as Bowen Byram scored 31 seconds into overtime to seal the victory. Byram finished with two goals and an assist, while Alex Lyon made 24 saves. Ottawa saw its own four-game streak snapped despite goals from Ridly Greig and Tim Stutzle.
Nashville Predators vs Minnesota Wild – 3-2 (OT)
Steven Stamkos struck just 53 seconds into overtime to lift Nashville, marking the Predators’ first three-game winning streak of the season. Ryan O’Reilly and Roman Josi also found the net, while Juuse Saros turned aside 30 shots. Minnesota received goals from Brock Faber and Joel Eriksson Ek but fell just short.
Detroit Red Wings vs Dallas Stars – 4-3 (OT)
Detroit continued its strong month as Dylan Larkin scored late in regulation before ending the game in overtime. The Red Wings improved to 9-2-1 for the month, relying on balanced scoring and timely goaltending. Dallas saw its four-game winning streak snapped despite contributions from multiple top-line players.
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Vegas Golden Knights vs San Jose Sharks – 7-2
Vegas erupted for a record-setting first period, scoring five goals and receiving points from 13 different players in the opening 20 minutes. Mitch Marner scored twice, while Mark Stone and Reilly Smith each added a goal and an assist. The Golden Knights snapped a short skid with a dominant performance.
New York Islanders vs New Jersey Devils – 2-1
Adam Pelech scored the game-winner late as New York edged New Jersey in a tightly contested matchup. David Rittich delivered a standout performance in net with 31 saves as the Islanders ended a three-game losing streak. The Devils struggled to generate sustained offense late despite solid goaltending.
Florida Panthers vs Carolina Hurricanes – 5-2
Florida erased an early deficit by scoring five unanswered goals, completing its second comeback win over Carolina in five days. Sam Reinhart recorded three assists, while Sergei Bobrovsky reached a career milestone with his 445th win. Carolina struggled defensively as the Panthers took control in the second half of the game.
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From a betting perspective, Tuesday’s NHL slate rewarded bettors who leaned into rivalry familiarity, goaltending form, and overtime volatility. Edmonton’s dominance in the Battle of Alberta aligned with trends often highlighted in SportsHub’s hockey service plays and deeper statistical concepts discussed in the NHL handicapping guide. Overtime-heavy nights like Buffalo versus Ottawa and Nashville versus Minnesota also reinforced live-market opportunities frequently outlined in the bettor’s handbook and live betting section.
Bettors tracking consistency through the picks leaderboard and supplementing NHL action with insights from computer-generated service plays were better positioned to navigate the slate. Full access to premium picks across hockey, basketball, football, baseball, and soccer is available through pricing and packages.
New York Rangers vs Washington Capitals – 7-3
The Rangers exploded for five third-period goals to storm past Washington. Vincent Trocheck and Taylor Raddysh each recorded two goals and an assist, while Alexis Lafreniere notched his 100th career goal. Washington continued its recent slide despite a productive second period.
Toronto Maple Leafs vs Pittsburgh Penguins – 6-3
Toronto snapped a three-game losing streak behind William Nylander’s two-goal, four-point night. Max Domi scored the go-ahead goal in the third period, while Joseph Woll made 29 saves. Pittsburgh’s struggles continued as the Penguins dropped their ninth game in 10 outings.
Montreal Canadiens vs Boston Bruins – 6-2
Montreal broke open a tie with four goals in a five-minute span during the third period to pull away in Boston. Nick Suzuki, Ivan Demidov, and Juraj Slafkovsky each recorded a goal and an assist as the Canadiens dominated late. Boston remains winless in its last four games.
Philadelphia Flyers vs Chicago Blackhawks – 3-1
Philadelphia earned its second win in as many nights as Travis Konecny recorded his 300th career assist. Samuel Ersson stopped 20 shots as the Flyers continued a strong stretch. Chicago dropped its sixth straight game amid ongoing offensive struggles.
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Colorado Avalanche vs Utah Mammoth – 1-0
Colorado extended its home dominance as Scott Wedgewood stopped all 32 shots he faced for a shutout. Samuel Girard scored the lone goal as the Avalanche improved to 13 straight home wins and remained unbeaten at home this season.
Seattle Kraken vs Los Angeles Kings – 3-2
Seattle swept its California road swing as Jordan Eberle and Frederick Gaudreau scored again. Joey Daccord made 35 saves as the Kraken won the second night of a back-to-back. Los Angeles continued to struggle, losing for the sixth time in seven games.
FAQ
Which game offered the strongest betting edge?
Edmonton’s continued success against Calgary stood out, particularly given historical matchup trends and elite top-line production.
How important was overtime on Tuesday night?
Overtime played a major role, with multiple games decided beyond regulation, highlighting live betting and totals opportunities.
Did goaltending shape the outcomes?
Yes, shutouts and high-save performances from Colorado and Detroit were key in controlling tempo and closing games.
Where can bettors find daily NHL picks and analysis?
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