NHL Hockey 3h Briefing

Last updated: April 8, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

NHL Mid-Week Updates

The Maple Leafs suffered a blow midway through their contest against the Capitals as goaltender Anthony Stolarz was helped off the ice during the first period due to a lower-body injury, forcing an early change in net. Elsewhere in the league's front office changes, Seattle Kraken president of hockey operations Ron Francis announced his departure, confirming he will be stepping down from his executive duties at the conclusion of the current season.