NHL Hockey 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: October 10, 2026, 4:51 AM ET
Injuries and Roster Moves
Alexander Romanov of the Islanders is out six to eight months after the team confirmed a torn ACL. Meanwhile, Senators forward William Eklund will be sidelined for an extended stretch after an ankle injury sustained on a hard hit in Thursday's win over the Flyers. The Panthers are bracing for Brad Marchand to miss roughly six weeks with a leg injury.
Trades and Retirements
The Predators strengthened their blue line by acquiring 25-year-old defenseman Struble from the Canadiens on Friday night. On the other end of the career spectrum, Matt Dumba, the 32-year-old who won the 2020 King Clancy Memorial Trophy, has retired after 13 NHL seasons spent with five teams.
Milestones and Rankings
Alex Ovechkin marked his final home opener in Washington with a family-centered celebration, which he described as cool. ESPN's top 100 player rankings drew scrutiny, as team executives weighed in on who was rated too high or too low. The latest Power Rankings reflect the first regular-season update of the season, while analysts predicted the next wave of breakout stars.
Tonight's Games
A four-game slate headlines the night, led by an early Metro showdown as the Rangers and Capitals face off, with previews and betting lines available for each matchup. Fans can also check best bets and props for the wider sports calendar.
College Hockey
An ASU assistant coach will miss the team's home opener from the bench, with the absence noted ahead of the game.