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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Jets Beat Penguins 3-2, Red Wings Drop Opener to Jets
Winnipeg Jets defeat Pittsburgh 3-2 and Detroit Red Wings fall 3-2 to Winnipeg in back-to-back games.
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USC vs Penn State Preview: Trojans Seek Playoff Push at Nittany Lions
Matchup preview for USC Trojans (5-1) at Penn State Nittany Lions (3-2). Analysis of Jayden Maiava vs Rocco Becht, defensive stats, and playoff implications.
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Kraken Beat Flames 6-1; Oilers Edge Kraken 3-1
Seattle Kraken defeated Calgary Flames 6-1. In other action, Edmonton Oilers beat Seattle Kraken 3-1.
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Sabres Rally Past Blackhawks 4-3: Kulich Scores Winner in Home Opener Recap
The Buffalo Sabres defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 4-3 in a home-opener thriller. Jiri Kulich scored the go-ahead goal as Buffalo overcame a two-goal deficit.
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Senators Beat Bruins 4-1; Wild Defeat Boston 4-1 Recap
Ottawa Senators beat Boston Bruins 4-1 on Monday, while the Minnesota Wild previously defeated Boston 4-1 on Saturday. Full recap of both games.
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Florida Panthers Edge Los Angeles Kings 2-1 in Gritty Win, Recap
Florida Panthers beat Los Angeles Kings 2-1 on Oct 7. Matthew Tkachuk scored the winner as Barkov was ruled out 6-8 weeks.
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Hurricanes Edge Flyers 3-2 in OT; Aho Leads Carolina Win
Carolina Hurricanes beat Philadelphia Flyers 3-2 in overtime. Sebastian Aho scored twice and assisted on the winner.
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Canucks Beat Flames 4-1: Merilainen Shines in Third-Period Surge
Vancouver Canucks defeated Calgary Flames 4-1 behind Leevi Merilainen’s 23 saves and a dominant third period.
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Dodgers Beat Braves 5-3 in NLDS Opener
The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Atlanta Braves 5-3 in Game 1 of the NLDS, taking a 1-0 series lead behind Tarik Skubal’s dominant pitching.
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Colts vs Steelers Preview: Indianapolis at Pittsburgh, Oct 11
Matchup preview for Colts at Steelers. Both teams sit 2-2. We break down Jones/Rodgers stats, injuries, and predict the outcome in this AFC clash.
