NHL Hockey 8-Hour Briefing

Last updated: October 21, 2026, 6:50 PM ET

Trade Rumors

Several teams remain interested in Winnipeg Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck, according to sources who spoke with ESPN, making him one of the more sought-after netminders on the trade market.

Flyers Debut

Cole Knuble, son of former NHL forward Mike Knuble, made his NHL debut for the Philadelphia Flyers, the team he grew up rooting for.

Rangers Roll

The New York Rangers beat the Anaheim Ducks 5-2 at Madison Square Garden on Monday night, improving to 6-0-0 on home ice.

League Leaders

ESPN has published a statistical breakdown of the league's leaders in points, goals and goals-against average.

Injury Update

Penguins forward Ben Kindel was hospitalized in Salt Lake City for evaluation after a medical emergency on a flight.

Fantasy Watch

ESPN's Sean examines which hot defensive starts are likely to fade, flagging warning signs for fantasy managers considering trades.

Tuesday Slate

The Kings, the league's only winless team, face the Capitals in Washington, while 22 teams are in action across the league, including the Bruins and Stars.

Coming Up

The Kings face the Capitals in Washington on Tuesday, and the Bruins and Stars meet later that night as part of a 10-game slate.