Game Results and Highlights from November 20:
- Vegas Golden Knights at Toronto Maple Leafs: The Maple Leafs secured a 3-0 victory over the Golden Knights. Rookie Fraser Minten netted his first NHL goal, and goaltender Joseph Woll achieved a shutout, marking a significant milestone in his career.
- Carolina Hurricanes at Philadelphia Flyers: The Hurricanes continued their impressive form with a 4-1 win against the Flyers. Sebastian Aho and Jalen Chatfield each contributed a goal and an assist, propelling Carolina to their 12th win in the last 14 games.
- San Jose Sharks at Dallas Stars: The Stars triumphed over the Sharks with a 5-2 scoreline. Jason Robertson led Dallas with a three-point performance, including a goal and two assists, highlighting his offensive prowess.
- Nashville Predators at Seattle Kraken: The Kraken blanked the Predators 3-0, with Brandon Montour scoring and goaltender Joey Daccord earning the shutout. Seattle concluded their homestand with an impressive 5-1-0 record.
- Buffalo Sabres at Los Angeles Kings: The Sabres edged out the Kings 1-0, thanks to Jason Zucker’s goal and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen’s stellar goaltending, which secured his sixth career shutout.
NHL Injury Updates
The Chicago Blackhawks announced that defenseman Seth Jones will be sidelined for four weeks due to a right foot injury sustained on November 14 against the Seattle Kraken. Jones, a four-time All-Star, has been a pivotal figure for Chicago, leading all skaters in ice time and contributing 10 points in 17 games this season.
Team News
The New York Islanders are striving to end their two-week road trip on a positive note. Currently holding the last playoff spot in the Eastern Conference, the Islanders face the Detroit Red Wings, who have lost five of their last six games. The Islanders aim to secure a win to maintain their playoff position and build momentum.
Upcoming Games
Looking ahead, notable games scheduled for November 21 include:
- Carolina Hurricanes at New Jersey Devils: A clash between two high-performing teams, with the Devils boasting a potent power play and the Hurricanes riding a hot streak.
- Edmonton Oilers at Minnesota Wild: A matchup featuring offensive talents like Leon Draisaitl and Kirill Kaprizov, promising an exciting contest.
- Florida Panthers at Chicago Blackhawks: The Blackhawks will look to overcome the absence of Seth Jones as they host the Panthers.
Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) Discussions
In league-wide news, upcoming CBA negotiations between the NHL and NHLPA are expected to be more collaborative than in previous years. Discussions are anticipated to begin in early 2025, focusing on topics such as wearable technology, potential extensions to the regular season, and adjustments to the playoff format.
Stay tuned for more updates as the NHL season progresses.
