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Tuesday’s slate had everything. A franchise record in Minnesota. Multiple overtime finishes. And a handful of teams either extending streaks or watching them snap in real time.
If you were betting momentum, this was a night where third-period swings and overtime execution defined results. Some contenders flexed. Others are sliding hard.
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Top Takeaways
- Kirill Kaprizov’s 220th goal set the Wild’s franchise record, and Minnesota snapped a two-game skid while moving to 7-2-0 in its past nine.
- Edmonton erased three deficits and won in overtime. That resilience matters, especially with Draisaitl driving offense.
- Dallas extended its franchise-record 10-game winning streak over Calgary and has outscored opponents 12-2 on its road swing.
- Buffalo improved to a league-best 25-5-2 since Dec. 9. That kind of sustained run changes how totals and sides get priced.
- Florida’s 2-8-0 stretch over its past 10 games is full-blown slide territory.
NHL Game Recaps
Wild vs Lightning Recap: Wild win 5-1
Kirill Kaprizov scored his 220th career goal to become Minnesota’s all-time franchise leader as the Wild rolled past Tampa Bay. Brock Faber, Mats Zuccarello and Quinn Hughes each added a goal and an assist, and Filip Gustavsson made 24 saves.
Minnesota broke a two-game skid and improved to 7-2-0 in its past nine. Tampa Bay dropped its third straight to open a four-game road trip.
Oilers vs Senators Recap: Oilers win 5-4 (OT)
Evan Bouchard buried the overtime winner after Zach Hyman forced extra time late in regulation. Leon Draisaitl finished with two goals and three assists.
Edmonton rallied from three deficits to secure just its second win in seven games. Ottawa couldn’t hold multiple leads despite 32 saves from Linus Ullmark.
Stars vs Flames Recap: Stars win 6-1
Sam Steel scored twice and Matt Duchene recorded four assists as Dallas crushed Calgary for its 10th straight win over the Flames. Jamie Benn and Wyatt Johnston each added a goal and an assist.
The Stars outscored opponents 12-2 across their back-to-back road set. Calgary dropped to just three wins in its past 12 games.
Avalanche vs Ducks Recap: Avalanche win 5-1
Parker Kelly scored twice and Cale Makar posted a goal and two assists as Colorado handled Anaheim. The Avalanche extended their winning streak to three.
Anaheim’s five-game run ended despite Cutter Gauthier’s sixth goal in six games. Colorado stayed six points clear of Dallas in the Central.
Bruins vs Penguins Recap: Bruins win 2-1
Marat Khusnutdinov and Casey Mittelstadt scored within 50 seconds in the first period to swing the game for Boston. Jeremy Swayman stopped 34 shots.
The Bruins improved to 6-1-3 in their past 10 and have won 11 straight at home. Pittsburgh couldn’t capitalize despite strong recent form post-Olympics.
Blue Jackets vs Predators Recap: Blue Jackets win 3-2
Charlie Coyle scored the go-ahead goal midway through the third period as Columbus improved to 9-1-1 in its past 11 games. Adam Fantilli extended his goal streak to four games.
Nashville dropped its third straight. Late execution separated these two.
Jets vs Blackhawks Recap: Jets win 3-2 (OT)
Mark Scheifele scored in overtime after Cole Perfetti tied the game with 39 seconds left in regulation. Connor Hellebuyck made 18 saves.
Winnipeg opened an eight-game homestand with a comeback win, capitalizing on late pressure.
Sabres vs Golden Knights Recap: Sabres win 3-2
Tage Thompson scored his 33rd goal and Alex Lyon made 27 saves as Buffalo built a three-goal cushion and held on. The Sabres have now won four straight.
Vegas dropped its third consecutive game, unable to erase the early deficit.
Sharks vs Canadiens Recap: Sharks win 7-5
Kiefer Sherwood scored the game-winner and Macklin Celebrini added a goal and three assists as San Jose won its third straight.
Montreal stayed competitive with balanced scoring, but defensive breakdowns proved costly in a high-event game.
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Devils vs Panthers Recap: Devils win 5-1
Dougie Hamilton had a goal and an assist as New Jersey handled Florida. Jacob Markstrom stopped 20 of 21 shots.
The Panthers have now lost three straight and are 2-8-0 in their past 10 games.
Mammoth vs Capitals Recap: Mammoth win 3-2
Dylan Guenther, elevated to the top line, delivered a goal and an assist as Utah edged Washington. Clayton Keller added two assists and Karel Vejmelka made 23 saves.
Washington’s five-game home winning streak ended despite two power-play goals.
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