NHL Hockey 24-Hour Briefing

Last updated: October 26, 2026, 3:50 PM ET

Trades & Signings

Goaltender Hellebuyck espn.com said that sitting at home for so long was getting to him, as he settled in with his new team, the Devils. The Hurricanes agreed to terms espn.com with restricted free agent defenseman Alexander Nikishin on a one-year, $3M contract.

Games & Performances

Leo Carlsson espn.com scored and assisted as the Ducks edged the Flyers 5-4, a result that underlined what Philadelphia gave up after its offer sheet drama. Nikita Kucherov espn.com recorded an assist to become the Lightning's career points leader, passing Steven Stamkos.

Quinn Hughes espn.com heard boos at Rogers Arena in his return to Vancouver as a member of the Wild, the former Canucks captain's first visit since leaving the club.

Coming Up

Kings and Rangers, along with Maple Leafs-Flames and Red Wings-Oilers, headline Monday's slate espn.com. A five-game Sunday card espn.com features several revenge matchups.