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Game Review: Passive third period costs Maple Leafs a point on Matthews’ record-setting night

First things first: Congratulations, Auston Matthews! “HE IS THE LEADING SCORER IN TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS HISTORY” Matthews 20th of the Season (421st Career Goal) vs Islanders 🔊 @Bonsie1951 @Jim_Ralph pic.twitter.com/5jfOIysXc8 — Maple Leafs Hotstove (@LeafsNews) January 4, 2026 We all knew this accomplishment was inevitable several years ago, and it became clear it would happen […] The post Game Review: Passive third period costs Maple Leafs a point on Matthews’ record-setting night appeared f...

Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs Hotstove · Jan 4 · 11 reads that week

Pens Points: Back in the Mix

A frustrating December ended on a high note for the Pittsburgh Penguins which they then turned into a perfect start to January to pull themselves right back into the playoff conversation as they reach the midpoint of the 2025-26 season. Winners of five straight, the Penguins are the hottest team in the Metro division and […]

Penguins

PensBurgh · Jan 6 · 5 reads that week

NHL Rumors: Senators Getting Trade Calls On Two Defensemen

The Ottawa Senators are getting calls, and it sounds like other teams are trying to pry open the one door Ottawa refuses to touch.  As trade chatter picks up, league interest has reportedly centered on prospects Carter Yakemchuk and Logan Hensler, according to Ottawa Sun's Bruce Garrioch , but the message from Senators GM Steve Staios has been consistent so far: thanks, but no thanks.  Yakemchuk Hensler trade talks are hitting Ottawa’s hard line Teams have been asking about Yakemchuk...

Senators

NHL Trade Rumors · Jan 5 · 5 reads that week

Jets vs Bills Second Half Thread

The first half of the New York Jets game against the Buffalo Bills is in the books, and the Jets are trailing the Bills, 21 – 0. The game opened with the Jets on defense. It did not go well. Josh Allen played one snap to preserve his bogus consecutive games streak. The Bills backups took over […]

Jets Bills

Gang Green Nation · Jan 4 · 5 reads that week

NBA insider laments Bam Adebayo’s trade (un)availability

Even with his recent slump, there’s no doubt that MiamI Heat big Bam Adebayo is the franchise’s most important player. When you think about him as the team’s Captain, it’s with a capital “C.” He’s the pillar of the franchise — even though there needs to be a better supplement of talent around him. With […] The post NBA insider laments Bam Adebayo’s trade (un)availability appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

Heat

Hot Hot Hoops · Jan 3 · 5 reads that week

Oilers vs. Flames Prediction: Live Odds, Stats, History and Picks – Saturday, December 27, 2025

The bookmakers pick the Edmonton Oilers to top the Calgary Flames in their meeting on Saturday, Dec. 27, with the visiting Oilers given moneyline odds of -136, and the Flames at +115. Watch the NHL on Fubo! Oilers vs. Flames Favorite, Moneyline, Total Favorite: Oilers (-136) Underdog: Flames (+115) Total: 6.5 Best Oilers vs. Flames Promo Codes How to Watch Oilers vs. Flames Date: Saturday, December 27, 2025 Time: 10 p.m. ET How to watch on TV: ESPN+ Location: Calg...

Oilers Flames

Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession · Dec 27 · 5 reads that week

Stocking Stuffers: Connor McDavid’s heater, a shooters mentality & an untouchable powerplay

As the Edmonton Oilers finished off a 5-1 stomping of their provincial rival Calgary Flames on Tuesday night, and Connor McDavid finished off a jaw-dropping five-point performance, Jack Michaels dropped a line that really grabbed my attention: “I’m not sure I’ve ever seen him better. I’ve seen every one of the games he’s played. I’m…

Oilers Flames

In the Pressbox · Dec 25 · 5 reads that week

Will Ryan O’Reilly Score a Goal vs. the Colorado Avalanche on December 9?

Is Ryan O’Reilly going to score a goal when his Nashville Predators face the Colorado Avalanche on Tuesday? The puck drops at 9:30 PM ET — we can help you make the right wager via the stats and insights available here. Ryan O’Reilly Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Avalanche Anytime Goal Odds: +295 (Bet $10 to win $29.50 if he scores a goal) O’Reilly Goals Betting Stats In every game O’Reilly has played with a set points prop — one opportunity — he’s gone over the prop total. O’Reilly h...

Predators Avalanche

Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession · Dec 9 · 5 reads that week

Monday Morning Fly By: Milestones on milestones

*The Flyers finally got back to action yesterday against the Avalanche, and even though they were able to stick with them for much of the game, the finish eluded them in the end. [ BSH ] *The Flyers had a pair of players in Sean Couturier and Nick Seeler hit pretty significant career milestones in that game as well. [ Inquirer ] *Speaking of Couturier, Rick Tocchet has been leaning pretty heavily on him, but hopefully the day comes before long when he won’t have to ask quite as much ...

Flyers Avalanche

Broad Street Hockey · Dec 8 · 5 reads that week

Senators' Alex Formenton NHL Return Blocked for 2025-26

The door has effectively slammed shut on an Alex Formenton NHL return this season.  With the December 1 deadline now passed and no trade materializing, the restricted free agent is officially ineligible to play in the NHL in 2025-26. Despite months of effort from the Ottawa Senators front office to move his rights for a draft pick, league sources told Bruce Garrioch there was virtually no chance of a deal, and that prediction has come true. Alex Formenton NHL rights remain with the Sena...

Senators

NHL Trade Rumors · Dec 2 · 5 reads that week

Rocket vs. Senators recap & highlights: Adam Engström dominant in statement game

In the locker room after the Laval Rocket’s 7-2 win over the Belleville Senators on Saturday at Place Bell, Adam Engström was talking about his career-high five-point performance, with one goal and four assists. “I’m working hard every day in the D zone. When you work harder, maybe you build yourself a little bit of karma,” he said. “Sometimes you’re lucky and today I was a little bit lucky.” A few minutes later, his head coach Pascal Vincent was told that Engström called himself luc...

Senators

Eyes On The Prize · Nov 23 · 5 reads that week

Penguins prep for second international series of Crosby era

The Penguins’ Friday matchup with the Nashville Predators at Avicii Arena in Stockholm, Sweden will mark the fifth time the franchise has headed overseas for a regular-season game. The game will also mark the third time Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang are taking the ice for NHL action in Sweden. Here’s a look […]

Penguins Predators

PensBurgh · Nov 11 · 5 reads that week

Will Roope Hintz Score a Goal vs. the Washington Capitals on January 7?

At 7:00 PM ET on Wednesday, the Dallas Stars will play the Washington Capitals — is Roope Hintz going to score a goal? Insights and trends are available below, to assist you in making the right wager. Roope Hintz Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Capitals Anytime Goal Odds: +275 (Bet $10 to win $27.50 if he scores a goal) Hintz Goals Betting Stats In every game Hintz has played with a set points prop — one opportunity — he’s exceeded the prop total. Hintz has recorded a point in 23 games...

Stars Capitals

Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession · Jan 7 · 4 reads that week

Florida International vs Jacksonville State Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – Jan. 8

CUSA play features the Florida International Panthers (7-5) at home against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks (6-7) on Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 7 p.m. ET. Florida International vs. Jacksonville State NCAA Game Info Date: Thursday, January 8, 2026 Time: 7 p.m. ET TV: ESPN+ Where: Miami, Florida Venue: Ocean Bank Convocation Center Last Game For Each Team Florida International suffered defeat by a final score of 80-69 in their last game against Missouri State. Leading the ...

Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession · Jan 5 · 4 reads that week

Flames vs. Bruins: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions

The Calgary Flames (16-18-4) have -136 moneyline odds to win when they host the Boston Bruins (20-18-1), who have +115 odds, on Monday, Dec. 29 at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN+. Watch the action on ESPN+ as the Flames try to take down the Bruins. Flames vs. Bruins Game Info & Odds When: Monday, December 29, 2025 at 9 p.m. ET TV Channel: ESPN+ Live Stream: Fubo Live Stream: ESPN+ Where: Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, Alberta Favorite: Flames (-136) Underdog: Bruins (+115) Over/und...

Flames Bruins

Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession · Dec 28 · 4 reads that week

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