NHL Hockey 3d Briefing
×Player Updates & Injuries
The Florida Panthers aren't expecting espn.com to see Brad Marchand play again soon, with dwindling playoff hopes potentially shutting him down for the season. Colorado Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog suffered espn.com a lower-body injury and is week-to-week, dealing a blow to their Central Division playoff aspirations.
Award Races & Standings
With about a month remaining, PHWA voters espn.com are weighing major awards including MVP and Norris Trophy races. The Columbus Blue Jackets remain in contention espn.com after adding Conor Garland, while the Pacific Division title race heats up between the Oilers and Golden Knights ahead of their ESPN showdown.
Game Highlights
Team USA hero Jack Hughes broke through espn.com with his first NHL goals since winning Olympic gold, recording a hat trick and assist in the Devils' 6-3 victory over the Rangers. The Penguins' Evgeni Malkin received espn.com a five-game suspension for slashing Rasmus Dahlin during Thursday's matchup.
Divisional Battles
The Central Division playoff picture intensifies as Colorado, Dallas, and Minnesota made deadline additions espn.com. Meanwhile, the Atlantic Division remains competitive with teams jockeying for positioning after trade deadline moves reshaped the landscape.
NHL Community
The hockey world mourned the passing of former Blackhawks player and longtime broadcaster Troy Murray at age. The Kings paid tribute to Artemi Panarin's jersey number journey, acknowledging the brief overlap with their mascot's No. 72 after his trade to Los Angeles.