NHL Hockey 3d Briefing
×Milestones & Injuries
Joel Quenneville espn.com became just the second NHL coach to reach 1,000 wins when his Ducks rallied past the Oilers. Meanwhile, Sidney Crosby espn.com will miss at least four weeks after being placed on injured reserve, a significant blow to the Penguins' playoff hopes.
Olympic Aftermath
The United States' Olympic hockey gold medal drew 26M viewers espn.com on NBC and Peacock, showcasing the event's massive popularity. Connor Hellebuyck espn.com will receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom for his role in the gold medal victory. The Vegas Golden Knights continue without several Olympic stars, including forwards Mark Stone espn.com and Mitch Marner as they return to NHL action.
Player Updates
Jack Hughes espn.com was honored by the Devils after his Olympic heroics, while Brady Tkachuk espn.com expressed displeasure over a White House AI-doctored video that misrepresented his comments. Jon Cooper espn.com will miss two games following the death of his father, and the Blues' Robert Thomas espn.com is on leave for a personal matter.
League Business
John Tavares espn.com has revitalized his play while driving mental health awareness through his foundation. As playoff races intensify, teams are evaluating trade options according to Wyshynski's trade rankings espn.com, with many seeking roster upgrades for a Stanley Cup run. The Kraken espn.com have secured their future by extending forwards Ben Meyers and Ryan Winterton for two more years.