National Hockey

Marc Bergevin says it takes a certain type of player to excel in the spotlight. The general manager of the Montreal Canadiens appears to have found one in Max Domi. "It's easy to play in a non-hockey market," Bergevin said.

Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby has skipped practice while being evaluated Wednesday for an upper-body injury. Coach Mike Sullivan declined to get into specifics about Crosby's injury.

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed general manager Jim Rutherford to a three-year contract extension through the 2021-22 season.

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Penguins have traded forward Carl Hagelin to the Los Angeles Kings for forward Tanner Pearson. The teams announced the trade Wednesday.

NASHVILLE — Pekka Rinne is off to an even better start than last season when he finally won the Vezina Trophy as the NHL's best goalie, and backup Juuse Saros ranks among the league's top 10 for victories.

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Tom Wilson returned early from his player-safety suspension and scored a first-period goal, helping the Washington Capitals cool off Minnesota with a 5-2 victory on Tuesday night for the Wild's first regulation loss at home.

LOS ANGELES — Nazem Kadri scored two power-play goals and John Tavares had a goal and two assists in the Toronto Maple Leafs' 5-1 victory over the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday night.

EDMONTON — Tinkering with the top line paid dividends for the Oilers on Tuesday.

DETROIT — The Detroit Red Wings are playing inspired hockey after a sluggish start to the season.

ST. PAUL, Minn. — The Washington Capitals woke up in Minnesota for the start of a four-game road trip with a pleasant surprise: Tom Wilson was back.