ESPN previews Monday's four-game NHL slate headlined by the Vegas Golden Knights visiting the Boston Bruins. The defending Western Conference champions face the Atlantic Division leaders in a marquee matchup featuring Jack Eichel and Noah Hanifin returning to Boston. Boston's Jeremy Swayman anchors the league's fourth-best defense allowing just 2.40 goals per game.
The Detroit Red Wings visit the Florida Panthers, who have Matthew Tkachuk and Seth Jones in the top 15 of scoring. The Colorado Avalanche, led by Nathan Mac Kinnon, face the Chicago Blackhawks with Connor Bedard and Patrick Kane tied for the team lead. The Calgary Flames, featuring the NHL's second-best power play at 33.3%, visit the San Jose Sharks led by Macklin Celebrini.
Source: ESPN NHL · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing