NHL Hockey 8-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: March 12, 2026, 10:57 PM ET
Injury Updates & Discipline
Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews exited Thursday's game against Anaheim after a knee-on-knee hit from Ducks defenseman Radko Gudas, raising concerns about his availability for Toronto's upcoming road trip. The NHL rescinded Nathan MacKinnon's game misconduct from Tuesday's contest against Edmonton, the Avalanche star confirmed to The Denver Post, clearing him for Colorado's next matchup.
Ownership Changes
The Carolina Hurricanes announced three new minority stakeholders joining the ownership group, with majority owner Tom Dundon selling a portion of his stake to the incoming investors. Financial terms of the transactions were not disclosed, but the moves signal continued stability in Raleigh's hockey operations.
Fantasy Hockey Focus
With the fantasy playoffs approaching, ESPN's NHL experts released their annual guide covering optimal lineup strategies, waiver wire targets, and matchup-based roster decisions to help managers make championship runs. The comprehensive breakdown includes position-specific recommendations for the final push.