Devon Levi cements himself as the Edmonton Oilers' long‑awaited netminder, recording his first NHL shutout in a 1‑0 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday. The 24‑year‑old boasts a franchise‑record 9‑1‑0 start, a .926 save percentage and a 1.99 GAA over his last nine games. After a standout collegiate career at Northeastern and a trade from Buffalo for a third‑round pick on July 1, Levi thrives under coach Mike Babcock’s system, even earning a shout‑out from Russell Crowe for his “Gladiator” ritual. His stellar early performance revives the Oilers’ Stanley Cup hopes.
Oettinger stopped all 22 Buffalo shots, including 11 in the third period, as Dallas killed all five Sabres power plays two nights after an 8-3 loss.
Jake Oettinger stopped all 22 shots for his 20th career shutout two nights after being pulled against Winnipeg, and Wyatt Johnston added a late power-play goal.
One insider is connecting the dots between St. Louis and the Rangers’ crease. Meanwhile, Gabe Perreault’s sophomore leap is turning heads.
The Tampa Bay Lightning insist they will not trade Hart Trophy winner Nikita Kucherov despite his trade request and league rumors. Kucherov, under contract through the 2026‑27 season, has posted 28 points (8 goals, 20 assists) in 19 games with a +12 rating, including a four‑point game vs. Buffalo and two assists in a 3‑1 win over Columbus. The Lightning, sitting 13‑4‑2 with an 8‑0‑0 home record atop the Atlantic Division, view him as essential to their championship push, and his 10‑team trade list limits offers.
Mike Sullivan praised the Rangers’ grit after a 3‑1‑0 road swing that included a 5‑1 win over Vancouver, boosting New York to third in the Metropolitan Division with a 12‑8 record and 25 points. The team snapped a 3‑1 loss in Edmonton by beating the Flames, then closed the trip with dominant victories in Seattle and Vancouver. Sullivan admitted the trip wasn’t perfect but highlighted the group’s competitive spirit as they head home to host Montreal on Nov. 16 before later games against Carolina and Buffalo.
The Chicago Blackhawks head into a 2:30 p.m. CT matchup against the hot Winnipeg Jets after a 3‑2 overtime win over Buffalo on Thursday. Spencer Knight turned aside 23 shots, while Frank Nazar’s two regulation goals forced overtime, and the Hawks dominated puck battles – a first‑season high. Defenseman Bowen Byram remains doubtful, but GM Kyle Davidson is now targeting both offensive depth and a veteran defenseman in trade talks. In the AHL, Rockford’s Landon Slaggert nets his second OT winner of the year, and forward Kevin Lombardi is dealt to Colorado. Meanwhile, the Nashville Predators notch a seventh straight win, beating Vegas 3‑2 in a shootout.
The Devils place defenseman Johnathan Kovacevic on IR (ankle) retroactive to Nov. 10, clearing a spot to recall 20‑year‑old Anton Silaev from Utica. Silaev, a 2024 first‑round pick, joins the roster for the Saturday game in Washington, though his debut hinges on Brett Pesce’s health. Meanwhile, league chatter from Pierre LeBrun suggests the Carolina Hurricanes could pursue Erik Karlsson if Pittsburgh opens his market, and several teams have inquired about Matvei Michkov. The Avalanche recall Gavin Brindley as Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar sit out with injuries, and the Blackhawks snap a six‑game skid with a 3‑2 OT win over Buffalo.
Buffalo’s Tyson Kozak is emerging as a key depth player after a three‑week streak of nine consecutive games – the longest healthy stretch of his three‑year NHL career. His speed, tenacity and solid penalty‑killing have earned him confidence from coach Lindy Ruff, who praised Kozan’s high‑end compete and skating during Tuesday’s practice at KeyBank Center. The Sabres are leaning on his healthy form as a reliable fourth‑line anchor.
The Mavericks face the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday, while the Stars host Buffalo, the Cowboys host San Francisco, and Trinity FC plays at Tampa Bay.
The Chicago Blackhawks, trailing at the bottom of the league in shots allowed (30th) and goals against (31st), are now targeting a veteran, stay‑home defenseman rather than just a scoring winger. GM Kyle Davidson admits the young blue‑line, anchored only by 30‑year‑old Ian Cole, struggled after Bowen Byram’s injury on Oct. 13, prompting a search for a “Bowen Byram‑type” acquisition. The most plausible target is Calgary’s 30‑year‑old right‑hander Zach Whitecloud, a 418‑game, penalty‑killing top‑four defender with a $2.75 M cap hit through 2027‑28. The Blackhawks hope Whitecloud can add size, experience, and long‑term stability to a defense that helped snap a six‑game skid with a 3‑2 OT win over Buffalo on Nov. 13.
Frank Nazar had his second multi-goal game in his last four outings, and his offense was a big reason why the Blackhawks were able to snap their losing streak.
Brandon Hagel fuels Tampa Bay’s surge as injuries sideline key players. The 28‑year‑old winger tallied two goals and an assist in a 3‑1 win over Columbus on Thursday, following a two‑goal night in the 8‑3 victory over Buffalo. Hagel now leads the Lightning with 13 goals, ranking sixth league‑wide, and has posted five goals in his last three games. With Brayden Point, Anthony Cirelli and Yanni Gourde on the IR or day‑to‑day, Hagel’s scoring, penalty‑killing and gritty play have become essential. Contracted through 2032 after an eight‑year, $52 million deal, he could be a decisive factor if Tampa Bay reaches the playoffs.
A late David Perron power-play goal would have given Benn the second assist, leaving the captain at 999 points heading into Saturday against Buffalo.
The Chicago Blackhawks broke a six‑game skid with a 3‑2 overtime victory over the Buffalo Sabres on November 13, 2026. Frank Nazar scored twice, first on a power‑play tip‑in from Connor Bedard and later off a screened shot, while Ryan Donato clinched the win with a wrist‑shot winner in OT. The win marks the Hawks' first since Oct. 27 and snaps a 12‑game slide against Buffalo dating back to 2022. Patrick Kane praised Nazar’s timing, and both players highlighted the shift in momentum for a team struggling after the dynasty’s collapse.
After a 9-2 drubbing in Carolina, the Blackhawks tightened up defensively during a four‑day break and shocked the Buffalo Sabres 2‑1 on Thursday. Coach Jeff Blashill emphasized better zone tracking and forecheck decisions, limiting Buffalo to 23 shots and just two goals. Rookie Frank Nazar scored both Blackhawks’ goals, including a tying third‑period tally that sent the game to overtime, and posted a game‑high five shots on goal. Veteran Ian Cole praised the patient, low‑event style as a formula to compensate for Chicago’s league‑worst offense and power‑play numbers. Goalie Spencer Knight faced only 23 shots, the fewest of his 2026‑27 season.
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Second City Hockey’s Friday Morning Bag Skate recap highlights the Blackhawks’ 3‑2 win over the Sabres, noting Andrew Mangiapane’s impact and a bleak outlook from the “Week That Was” column (Nov 11). The post also aggregates recent media coverage from the Sun‑Times, Tribune and Athletic, plus insights from Kyle Davidson’s availability.
Longtime Capitals defender John Carlson hit a major milestone on Wednesday, reaching 800 career points in dramatic fashion with a five-point game (1g, 4a) against the Buffalo Sabres. The flashy performance marked the first five-point outing of Carlson’s 18-season NHL career and helped propel the Tampa Bay Lightning to an 8-3 win. “You never take
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After a four‑day layoff, the Chicago Blackhawks snapped a six‑game skid with a 3‑2 overtime win over the Buffalo Sabres on Nov. 12, 2026. Ryan Donato broke his 10‑game drought by netting the OT winner, while rookie Frank Nazar starred with two regulation goals and the game‑tying tally. Sam Rinzel added two assists, extending his six‑game assist streak, and Roman Kantserov posted a ninth‑straight game point streak, joining Blackhawks legends. Goalie Spencer Knight made 21 saves in his 15th start, earning his fifth win. The Hawks improved to 5‑13‑1, marking their first November victory and first win when trailing after two periods.
The Chicago Blackhawks break a six‑game skid with a 3‑2 overtime victory over the Buffalo Sabres at the United Center on Thursday, November 13, 2026. Buffalo jumps ahead early as Josh Norris feeds Owen Power for the opening goal at 9:00 of the first period. Chicago equalizes three minutes later on a power‑play, and the teams trade goals before the Blackhawks clinch the win in OT, ending their losing streak. Key contributors include Norris, Power, and the Blackhawks’ decisive overtime scorer.
The Chicago Blackhawks came off a four day break on Thursday, Nov. 12, to host the Buffalo Sabres for the second time this season. The first contest was a 4-3 l
The Blackhawks have Patrick Kane back in the lineup from injury, and he has always done well when facing his hometown team.
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