NHL Hockey 3d Briefing
×Player News & Discipline
Pens' Malkin espn.com received a 5-minute major penalty and game misconduct for slashing Sabres' Rasmus Dahlin in the head during Thursday's game, which could lead to further suspension. Tage Thompson espn.com scored the decisive goal for the Sabres in a game that featured a pregame celebration honoring U.S. hockey Olympians.
Contract Extensions
Ryan Poehling espn.com agreed to a four-year, $15 million contract extension with the Anaheim Ducks during his first season with the team. Ethen Frank espn.com signed a two-year, $4 million extension with the Capitals, while Kiefer Sherwood espn.com agreed to a five-year deal worth $5.75 million annually against the salary cap with the Sharks.
Injury Updates
Mark Stone espn.com was placed on injured reserve Thursday after being hurt in Sunday's loss at Pittsburgh, continuing