Christian Jaros, once seen as a promising defenseman for the Ottawa Senators, faced numerous setbacks after being drafted in 2015, including a lack of opportunity and injuries, leading to stints with multiple teams and ultimately the KHL. Now 29, he has signed a one-year contract with the Columbus Blue Jackets, hoping to recapture his earlier potential as a mobile, right-shot defenseman in the NHL.
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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? 🔎
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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? 🔎
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The Philadelphia Flyers have recalled defenseman Emil Andrae, who recently excelled in the AHL with three points in four games and five assists in six games, contributing to a strong scoring streak. Despite a lackluster NHL debut last season with only seven points in 42 games, Andrae hopes to improve his production in a competitive rotation with Egor Zamula and Noah Juulsen. Want More Context? 🔎
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