Alex Ovechkin breaks NHL goals record: How the Capitals star’s illustrious career compares to Wayne Gretzky’s

Dallas Stars defenseman Thomas Harley has signed an eight-year extension averaging $10.587 million annually, as announced by general manager Jim Nill. The 24-year-old, who has become a key player on the team, averaged 23:07 minutes of ice time and recorded a career-high 50 points last season, expressing his commitment to winning a Stanley Cup in Dallas. Want More Context? 🔎

Connor McDavid scored two goals and Evan Bouchard contributed three assists as the Edmonton Oilers defeated the Utah Mammoth 6-3, ending their two-game losing streak. The Mammoth, who had their seven-game winning streak snapped, received goals from Logan Cooley, JJ Peterka, and Barrett Hayton, marking a historic month with eight wins. Want More Context? 🔎

Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere left Tuesday’s game against Vegas with a midsection injury, separate from a previous lower-body issue, while fellow defender Joel Nystrom also exited after blocking a shot. With both out, Carolina will rely on rookie Alexander Nikishin and potentially call up prospects from the AHL to strengthen their depleted blue-line. Want More Context? 🔎