The Beatline Blog
Game previews, instant postgame takeaways, and film-room analysis for every team — fresh every morning from our local experts.
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Rangers Beat Lightning 5-1 in Home Opener
New York Rangers defeated Tampa Bay Lightning 5-1. Igor Shesterkin scored history-making goal.
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Penguins Shutout Flyers 7-0 in Season Opener Recap
The Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the Philadelphia Flyers 7-0 in a dominant season-opening performance on September 30.
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Maple Leafs Beat Islanders 2-1 in Hiller Debut Win Recap
Toronto Maple Leafs beat New York Islanders 2-1. Easton Cowan leads Toronto to first win under Jim Hiller; Islanders fall to 0-1.
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Senators Beat Maple Leafs 3-2 in Season Opener Recap
Ottawa Senators defeat Toronto Maple Leafs 3-2 in season opener. Stephen Halliday scores winner, Linus Ullmark makes 27 saves.
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Sharks Beat Panthers 4-3 in OT; Florida Suffers Barkov Injury
San Jose Sharks defeat Florida Panthers 4-3 in overtime. Eetu Luostarinen scored twice for Florida, but Luca Cagnoni secured the win for San Jose.
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Devils Beat Flyers 3-2 in OT Thriller: Recap
New Jersey Devils beat Philadelphia Flyers 3-2 in overtime. Jack Hughes scored the winner as NJ improves to 1-0.
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Wild Beat Predators 3-1: Minnesota Takes Season Opener
Minnesota Wild defeat Nashville Predators 3-1 in season opener. Nick Foligno leads scoring as the Wild take 1st in Central.
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Canadiens Beat Maple Leafs 3-2 in Season Opener Recap
Montreal Canadiens defeat Toronto Maple Leafs 3-2 in a tight season opener, with Josh Anderson leading the way.
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Canucks Beat Oilers 6-5 in OT Thriller
Vancouver Canucks defeat Edmonton Oilers 6-5 in overtime. Paul Cotter scores the winner as both teams face injury challenges.
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Rangers Beat Red Wings 2-0: Garand Records Shutout in Detroit Opener
The New York Rangers defeated the Detroit Red Wings 2-0 on October 2, 2026. Dylan Garand earned his first career shutout with 22 saves.
