NHL Hockey 24-Hour Briefing

Injuries

Gabriel Landeskog remains week-to-week after the Avalanche announced his lower-body injury. The captain’s absence could impact the team’s playoff push. Kings’ No. 72 conflict delayed Panarin’s jersey switch post-trade. The mascot’s existing use of the number prompted a brief tribute from Los Angeles.

Playoff Outlook

Pacific Division title race intensifies as Oilers face Golden Knights tonight. ESPN’s projections show tight competition in the standings.