National Sports
Vancouver Canucks turn to team mantra after second loss to Flyers
By Nick Wells, The Canadian Press on December 31st, 2023
VANCOUVER – For the second time this season the Vancouver Canucks lost to the Philadelphia Flyers. The 4-1 loss comes roughly two months after the first incident, prompting introspection from Canucks players and coaches. Vancouver head coach Rick Tocchet was unsparing in his assessment of his team’s performance following the loss. “I didn’t see anything ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Veteran forward Ann-Sophie Bettez adds a wealth of experience to Montreal’s PWHL team
By Daniel Rainbird, The Canadian Press on December 31st, 2023
MONTREAL – Ann-Sophie Bettez feels like she’s part of hockey history with the Professional Women’s Hockey League just hours away from its inaugural season. But had the league formed a year later, there’s no guarantee Montreal’s 36-year-old forward would be here to experience it, at least as a player. “The last few years I’ve been ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!McDavid shines in 600th game with goal, assist as Oilers tip Kings 3-2 in shootout
By Dan Greenspan, The Associated Press on December 31st, 2023
LOS ANGELES (AP) – Connor McDavid had a goal and an assist, Derek Ryan scored in the fourth round of a shootout and the Edmonton Oilers defeated the Los Angeles Kings 3-2 on Saturday night. Leon Draisaitl also scored, Stuart Skinner made 26 saves, and the Oilers picked up their fourth straight National Hockey League ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!McDavid shines in 600th game with goal, assist as Oilers beat Kings 3-2 in shootout
By Dan Greenspan, The Associated Press on December 30th, 2023
LOS ANGELES (AP) – Connor McDavid had a goal and an assist, Derek Ryan scored in the fourth round of a shootout and the Edmonton Oilers defeated the Los Angeles Kings 3-2 on Saturday night. Leon Draisaitl also scored, Stuart Skinner made 26 saves, and the Oilers picked up their fourth straight National Hockey League ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Artemi Panarin scores 3 times as the New York Rangers beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-1
By The Associated Press on December 30th, 2023
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) – Artemi Panarin scored three goals, Igor Shesterkin made 34 saves on his 28th birthday, and the NHL-leading New York Rangers beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-1 on Saturday night. Vincent Trocheck had a goal and three assists, and Chris Kreider also scored for New York. Alexis Lafrenière had two assists, and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!McDavid shines in 600th game as Oilers edge Kings 3-2 in shootout
By Dan Greenspan, The Associated Press on December 30th, 2023
LOS ANGELES (AP) – Connor McDavid had a goal and an assist, Derek Ryan scored in the fourth round of a shootout and the Edmonton Oilers defeated the Los Angeles Kings 3-2 on Saturday night. Leon Draisaitl also scored, Stuart Skinner made 26 saves, and the Oilers picked up their fourth straight National Hockey League ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sports scoreboard for Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023
By The Canadian Press on December 30th, 2023
Saturday’s Scoreboard NHL Edmonton 3 Los Angeles 2 (SO) Winnipeg 4 Minnesota 2 Carolina 3 Toronto 2 Florida 4 Montreal 1 Buffalo 3 Columbus 2 (OT) N.Y. Rangers 5 Tampa Bay 1 Nashville 3 Washington 2 (SO) Boston 5 New Jersey 2 Pittsburgh 4 St. Louis 2 — WORLD JUNIOR HOCKEY Preliminary round at Gothenburg, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!WHL roundup: Wheat Kings’ power play helps to beat Pats 5-3
By The Canadian Press on December 30th, 2023
REGINA – Roger McQueen’s power-play goal early in the third period stood up as the winner as the visiting Brandon Wheat Kings beat the Regina Pats 5-3 in Western Hockey League action on Saturday. Brett Hyland had a goal and two assists for the Wheat Kings, who led 3-2 after the first period. The second ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Luostarinen scores twice, surging Panthers beat Canadiens 4-1
By Colby Guy, The Associated Press on December 30th, 2023
SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) – Eetu Luostarinen scored a pair of power-play goals as the Florida Panthers defeated the Montreal Canadiens 4-1 on Saturday night, extending their winning streak to four games. Sam Bennett and Carter Verhaeghe also scored for the Panthers, who outscored Montreal 3-0 in the third period. Anthony Stolarz finished with 18 saves ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!NHL roundup: Panarin scores three times as Rangers rout Lightning 5-1
By The Associated Press on December 30th, 2023
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) – Artemi Panarin scored three goals, Igor Shesterkin made 34 saves on his 28th birthday, and the NHL-leading New York Rangers beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-1 on Saturday night. Vincent Trocheck had a goal and three assists, and Chris Kreider also scored for New York. Alexis Lafrenière had two assists, and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eetu Luostarinen scores twice, Panthers tops Canadiens 4-1 for 4th consecutive win
By Colby Guy, The Associated Press on December 30th, 2023
SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) – Eetu Luostarinen scored a pair of power-play goals as the Florida Panthers defeated the Montreal Canadiens 4-1 on Saturday night, extending their winning streak to four games. Sam Bennett and Carter Verhaeghe also scored for the Panthers, who outscored Montreal 3-0 in the third period. Anthony Stolarz finished with 18 saves ... Read More »
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