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Niederreiter leads Carolina past Edmonton, 3-1

Niederreiter leads Carolina past Edmonton, 3-1

RALEIGH, N.C. — Nino Niederreiter kept scoring goals for his new team. Curtis McElhinney kept up his mastery of the Edmonton Oilers. They pushed the Carolina Hurricanes closer to playoff position.
Islanders set to play 1st-round playoff games at Coliseum

Islanders set to play 1st-round playoff games at Coliseum

NEW YORK — The New York Islanders say that if they qualify for the playoffs they will play first-round games at Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale and any additional games at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
Penguins activate D Justin Schultz off injured reserve

Penguins activate D Justin Schultz off injured reserve

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Penguins have activated defenceman Justin Schultz off injured reserve. Pittsburgh made the move on Friday, clearing the way for Schultz to play for the first time since fracturing his left leg four months ago in Montreal.
Vancouver Canucks call up defenceman Luke Schenn amid injury woes

Vancouver Canucks call up defenceman Luke Schenn amid injury woes

VANCOUVER — The Vancouver Canucks have called up veteran defenceman Luke Schenn to fill a void on their injury-plagued roster. Vancouver acquired the 29-year-old from the Anaheim Ducks last month in exchange for defenceman Michael Del Zotto.
Canucks rally to beat Kings 4-3, end road losing streak at 4

Canucks rally to beat Kings 4-3, end road losing streak at 4

LOS ANGELES — Battered, bruised and playing on the second night of a back-to-back, it would have been understandable if the youthful Vancouver Canucks gave up ground in their surprising playoff push.
Ovechkin, Oshie lift Capitals over Sharks 5-1

Ovechkin, Oshie lift Capitals over Sharks 5-1

SAN JOSE, Calif. — T.J. Oshie got the Washington Capitals going Thursday night, and Alex Ovechkin helped poured it on from there.
Ovechkin scores NHL-leading 39th as Capitals beat Sharks 5-1

Ovechkin scores NHL-leading 39th as Capitals beat Sharks 5-1

SAN JOSE, Calif. — Alex Ovechkin scored his NHL-leading 39th goal, T.J. Oshie had two goals and an assist, and the Washington Capitals beat the San Jose Sharks 5-1 on Thursday night.
Matthews scores twice, Maple Leafs beat Vegas 6-3

Matthews scores twice, Maple Leafs beat Vegas 6-3

LAS VEGAS — Toronto Maple Leafs centre Auston Matthews registered his 100th career NHL point in Las Vegas. The third-year sensation notched another milestone Thursday night on the famed Las Vegas Strip.
Kane keeps rolling, leads Blackhawks past Devils 5-2

Kane keeps rolling, leads Blackhawks past Devils 5-2

CHICAGO — According to the numbers, it sure seems Patrick Kane is at the top of his game. However, the star forward thinks he may be able to reach an even higher level.
Blues beat Coyotes 4-0 to stretch winning streak to 8 games

Blues beat Coyotes 4-0 to stretch winning streak to 8 games

GLENDALE, Ariz. — The goal is looking awfully big when Vladimir Tarasenko is shooting. Jordan Binnington is making it look awfully small when he's in it. The combination has led the St. Louis Blues to their longest winning streak in 18 years.