NHL Hockey 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: November 3, 2026, 10:44 PM ET
Trades & Roster Moves
The Nashville Predators sent forward Matthew Wood espn.com to the Seattle Kraken in exchange for forward Wright. Lightning star Nikita Kucherov espn.com insisted his trade request has nothing to do with money.
International Hockey
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed espn.com that Russia will not be allowed to compete at the world junior championship, as six countries threatened to boycott the event. Detroit's Britta Curl-Salemme will miss espn.com the PWHL season after announcing her pregnancy.
Jerseys & Community
The NHL unveiled espn.com its 2026-27 Hometown Remix jerseys for all 32 teams on Monday, and ESPN ranked espn.com every design from best to worst. The Florida Panthers' pink entry espn.com drew attention for its "tropical sunrise" palette. On Long Island, a cancer center dedicated a room espn.com to the late mother of Islanders forward Schaefer.
Goaltending & Game Action
Journeyman goalie Matt Tomkins espn.com stopped 27 of 28 shots in his seventh NHL start to help his hometown Oilers. The Oilers' road streak cbssports.com against the Devils headlined a busy 11-game Tuesday schedule.
Fantasy Hockey
ESPN's fantasy desk recommended consistent per-game performers espn.com for managers seeking reliability, while also flagging Travis Konecny's return espn.com as a key roster move this week.
Coming Up
Tuesday's 11-game NHL slate features the Oilers and Devils espn.com, with previews and broadcast details available ahead of puck drop.