NHL Hockey 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: November 1, 2026, 4:40 AM ET
Islanders and Oilers
Emil Heineman espn.com was ejected early in Saturday's game against Edmonton after a knee-on-knee hit on Oilers forward Howard, and the Islanders went on to lose. Edmonton's new coach espn.com Mike Babcock is making his accountability message clear early, healthy-scratching Walman to start the season.
Lightning and Kucherov
Nikita Kucherov espn.com has requested a trade from Tampa Bay, according to sources, though the Lightning reportedly have "no intention" of dealing the final-year winger. Coach Jon Cooper insists Kucherov is "committed" espn.com to the team despite the request.
Red Wings
Detroit suspended Dylan Larkin espn.com on Thursday while it explores trade options, with players reportedly keen to move on.
Mammoth and Penguins
Logan Cooley completed a hat trick espn.com against his hometown Pittsburgh team, with Utah stunning the Penguins in overtime.
Discipline
Ottawa's Hayden Hodgson espn.com was suspended two games for boarding Kings defenseman Clarke.
Power Rankings
Carolina remains on top espn.com of the updated poll, with the rankings also presented as horror movies.
League News
The Hockey Hall of Fame announced the death espn.com of Matt Pavelich, its first linesman inductee, at age. Kendall Coyne Schofield is taking the PWHL season off espn.com after announcing her pregnancy.
Coming Up
Ten games are on the Halloween schedule, with previews and betting intel available here espn.com.