NHL Hockey 8-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: October 2, 2026, 6:12 AM ET
NHL Game Results
Igor Shesterkin scored an empty-net goal as the Rangers secured a victory, making him the 18th goaltender in NHL history to do so. Victor Hedman returned to the Lightning lineup energized after a mental health break, playing his first game since stepping away. Aleksander Barkov exited early with a lower-body injury during the Panthers' matchup against the Sharks.
Player Contracts and Status
The Ducks signed Tristan Luneau to a six-year, $43.2 million extension after just 14 NHL games. The Sabres agreed to a four-year, $16 million deal with defenseman Louis Crevier. Rangers backup Joonas Korpisalo is week-to-week with a lower-body injury, leaving his availability uncertain.
League and Team Developments
Gary Bettman stated that no-trade clauses are no longer being used as originally intended, citing their evolving role in player contracts. The Avalanche secured Jared Bednar through the 2030-31 season, eliminating any coaching uncertainty for the franchise.