NHL Hockey 8-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: March 13, 2026, 2:52 AM ET
NHL Developments
Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews left the game with a knee injury after a knee-on-knee collision with Ducks defenseman Radko Gudas during Thursday night's matchup. The hit, which drew immediate scrutiny, raises questions about player safety and potential disciplinary action against Gudas. Meanwhile, the NHL rescinded a game misconduct against Avalanche star Nathan Mac Kinnon, who received the penalty Tuesday for a third-period altercation with Oilers players, per The Denver Post. The league's reversal follows an internal review, signaling a shift in disciplinary protocols ahead of the playoffs.
Ownership Changes
The Carolina Hurricanes added three new minority stakeholders as team owner Tom Dundon sold a portion of the franchise, the organization announced Thursday. The move diversifies ownership structure, though Dundon retains majority control, per team statements.