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Jim Hiller after Easton Cowan’s three-point night in Columbus: “He’s exceeded my expectations, and I had high expectations for him… But he told me this is what he was going to do”

After a 6-2 win in Columbus, head coach Jim Hiller discussed Easton Cowan’s breakout season so far, Jake McCabe’s injury, Marshall Rifai stepping in on the blue line, and strong nights from Kirill Marchenko and Morgan Rielly. Hiller on a good team win: Oh, it was top to bottom. That is what I thought. Some […] The post Jim Hiller after Easton Cowan’s three-point night in Columbus: “He’s exceeded my expectations, and I had high expectations for him… But he told me this is what he was going to...

Vinni Borgesi scores first AHL goal, Toronto Marlies struggle to generate enough offense in home loss to Belleville

“It was a low-event game. I felt like we weren’t on our game for the first eight minutes. We allowed them to tiptoe their way in. We missed the net a lot, so that’s one area we are going to look at.” – Steve Sullivan You wouldn’t have guessed the Belleville Senators were the team […] The post Vinni Borgesi scores first AHL goal, Toronto Marlies struggle to generate enough offense in home loss to Belleville appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .

What’s Going on in the Pacific Division: Golden Knights and Oilers are neck-and-neck for the division lead

Can you believe we’re already three weeks into the 2026-27 season? Some teams in the Pacific Division have already played double-digit games, including the division-leading Vegas Golden Knights. They and the Edmonton Oilers are near locks to make the post-season, but the third and potentially final guaranteed playoff spot for the division is up for…

Canadiens vs. Sharks Top Six Minutes: The Habs do everything in their power to give away a win

First period A quick chance in the opening seconds, then Kaiden Guhle takes a nice pass around the body of a defender from Alexander Texier and walks in for a shot from 25 feet that Alex Nedeljkovic stops. The puck gets sent to the front of the net where Alexandre Texier is waiting for the tip. It gets stuck under Nedeljkovic’s pad beside his foot before being whacked in, but the officials deem that being covered on the video review. Hutson moves down the wall and sends a pass...

Instant Reaction: Easton Cowan puts on a show as Maple Leafs’ offence comes alive in Columbus

The Toronto Maple Leafs took the first meeting against the Columbus Blue Jackets since the two teams completed a blockbuster on the eve of the 2026-27 season. That was, of course, the trade that brought Kirill Marchenko to Toronto and sent Matthew Knies back the other way. So, it was fitting that Marchenko scored the…

Patriots’ Kevin Byard is prepared for Ben Johnson’s shenanigans on TNF

The New England Patriots are quite shorthanded on offense following Sunday’s 26-19 victory versus the New York Jets, and they only have a couple days to prepare for a road matchup against the Chicago Bears. Besides the injuries they will have to overcome, the Pats must stay alert when facing an innovative play-caller like head […] The post Patriots’ Kevin Byard is prepared for Ben Johnson’s shenanigans on TNF appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Caps hand Kings their first win of the season

With regal magnanimity the Washington Capitals decreed that the Los Angeles Kings should, forsooth and verily, sit resplendent in victory for the first time this season. It sucked. Ryan Leonard turned Washington’s second shot of the game into a goal, going lateral in the high slot. Cole Hutson doubled the lead while on the power

Pacific Notes: Jackson, Redick, Ike, Podziemski, Booker

Isaiah Jackson has only started 45 times in 219 career games. Jackson, who was acquired by the Clippers in the Ivica Zubac trade with Indiana last season, will get the starting nod at center when the Clippers open their season against Sacramento on Wednesday. Jackson came off the bench in all 17 appearances with the […]

Kings forward Keegan Murray’s reaction to seeing Ben Simmons’ injury is tough to hear

The Sacramento Kings received some unfortunate news a few days ago when offseason signing Ben Simmons, the former All-Star, ruptured his Achilles — putting an end to his season before it even began. Simmons was generating some hype with his final preseason performance, putting up 14 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists. But now, Simmons […] The post Kings forward Keegan Murray’s reaction to seeing Ben Simmons’ injury is tough to hear appeared first on ClutchPoints .