NHL Hockey 8-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: October 10, 2026, 10:40 PM ET
Sharks and Oilers
Macklin Celebrini returned from a two-game absence and scored San Jose's first goal in a loss to Edmonton. The 20-year-old center, recently named Sharks captain, provided an early spark despite the defeat.
Blue Jackets and Goaltending
Cam Talbot led Columbus to victory, becoming the first NHL netminder to win with nine different teams. The 39-year-old's journey set a league record and drew praise for his outstanding performance.
Injuries
Igor Shesterkin will miss the rest of the season with a right knee injury, a significant blow to the Rangers. Meanwhile, William Eklund is expected to be sidelined for an extended period after an ankle injury from a hard hit in Ottawa's win over Philadelphia.
Retirements and Tributes
Matt Dumba, the 32-year-old defenseman and 2020 King Clancy Memorial Trophy winner, announced his retirement after 13 seasons with five teams. The hockey community also mourned Bobby Gould, the former longtime Washington Capitals forward, who died at age.
Rankings and Schedule
ESPN released its first regular-season update of the Top 100 player rankings, examining which players from each team made the list. Fans can also preview a massive slate of 14 games on Saturday, starting at 1 p.m. ET and running through two 10 p.m. starts.