The history books were rewritten last night, and the trade market is officially heating up as we approach the deadline. If you missed the action on the ice, you missed one of the most electric nights of the 2025-26 season. From Patrick Kane cementing his legacy to Rasmus Dahlin putting the Sabres on his back, there is plenty to cover.
Latest NHL News: Records Fall and The Trade Block Heats Up
Patrick Kane Ties Mike Modano
In a 3-1 loss to the Los Angeles Kings, Detroit Red Wings forward Patrick Kane recorded an assist to reach 1,374 career points. This ties him with Mike Modano for the most points by a U.S.-born player in NHL history. While the Wings couldn’t secure the win, Kane’s longevity and brilliance were the story of the night. He has the chance to break the record outright in his next game.
Rasmus Dahlin’s Historic Night
Buffalo Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin was unstoppable in a 7-4 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs. Dahlin recorded his first career hat trick and added two assists for a massive 5-point night. He becomes the first Sabres defenseman to score a hat trick since Rasmus Ristolainen in 2015.
Trade Alert: Islanders Load Up
The New York Islanders are making a push. In two separate moves, they acquired forward Ondrej Palat from the New Jersey Devils (for Maxim Tsyplakov and picks) and defenseman Carson Soucy from the Rangers. Lou Lamoriello is clearly not content with standing pat.
Coaching Change in Montreal
Despite sitting in a playoff spot, the Montreal Canadiens have fired goaltending coach Eric Raymond after 53 games. Marco Marciano has been named the interim replacement as the Habs look to stabilize their netminding down the stretch.
Rumor Mill
- Winnipeg Jets: Reportedly interested in Seattle Kraken center Shane Wright, with Cole Perfetti’s name floating in potential packages.
- Ottawa Senators: Linked to Calgary Flames defenseman MacKenzie Weegar to bolster their blue line.
NHL Scores and Highlights from January 27, 2026
Other Scores
- Kings 3 – 1 Red Wings (Kane ties Modano record)
- Jets 4 – 3 Devils (Scheifele scores 26th)
- Bruins 3 – 2 Predators OT (Pastrnak winner)
- Wild 4 – 3 Blackhawks SO (Wild rally from 0-3 deficit)
- Stars 4 – 3 Blues (Harley late winner)
- Utah 4 – 3 Panthers (Vanecek 25 saves)
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