Amid a 10‑game losing streak, the Canucks spotlight three bright spots. Rookie winger Jonathan Lekkerimäki posts two goals and an assist, including a power‑play tally against Carolina on Oct. 21, and shows growing comfort on the third line. Veteran Elias Pettersson maintains a point‑per‑game pace (13 points in 13 games) while upping his physical play, highlighted by a power‑play goal versus Detroit on Oct. 23. Bottom‑six center Max Sasson earns praise for speed and reliable two‑way play, suggesting he could see more ice time. The week also honors the late John Garrett, underscoring the team’s resilience despite recent lopsided defeats.
Mike Babcock’s Oilers have surged to an 8-2-1 start, largely thanks to the McDavid‑Draisaitl‑Bouchard line, but the depth forward group remains a liability. When the three stars sit, Edmonton is outscored 17‑4 and its secondary scorers – Formenton, Joseph and Owen Michaels – are heavily negative. With injuries easing and players like Nugent‑Hopkins, Hyman and Dickinson returning, the article argues Babcock must reshuffle the lineup, perhaps reintegrating Isaac Howard alongside Nugent‑Hopkins, to spark offense beyond the top line. The piece questions whether Babcock’s current hesitation is costing the team and urges a tactical change to sustain the early success.
Ivan Miroshnichenko and his representation have reportedly been allowed to explore a trade with another team as the Washington Capitals‘ 2022 first-round pick has been healthy-scratched in seven of the team’s first 10 games this season. The Capitals are looking for a “legit return” back, as Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman floated the Egor Chinakhkov situation with
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Maple Leafs GM John Chayka weighed Easton Cowan’s trade value on Oct. 26, 2026, after the defenseman logged 12 points in 13 games – a surge from his 29‑point rookie year. Cowan’s breakout, highlighted by a Calder Cup run (18 points in 22 playoff games) and praise from Aaron Korolnek and Carlo Colaiacovo, fuels debate on whether he’s untouchable or a premium asset for a top‑four blueline upgrade. Chayka said no player is truly untradeable but affirmed Cowan’s importance, while remaining open to blockbuster deals.
The Sports Equinox 2026 erupts on Monday, Oct. 26, featuring five major leagues in one night. Highlights include the Dallas Cowboys vs. Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night Football, MLB World Series Game 3 (Milwaukee Brewers at Tampa Bay Rays), and WNBA Finals Game 5 (Atlanta Dream at Golden State Valkyries). Nine NBA games—such as Stephen Curry’s Warriors at Nikola Jokic’s Nuggets—plus three NHL matchups round out the slate. Games start at 7 p.m. ET across ABC, ESPN, FOX, NBA TV, NHL Network and more. Free trials from Fubo and DIRECTV let new users stream many of these events without a cable subscription, though some matchups require additional or regional subscriptions. This guide lists times, channels, and streaming options for fans looking to catch the massive multi‑sport lineup.
In Week 7, the New York Jets fall 28-25 to the Miami Dolphins as Geno Smith posts a solid 23‑30, 287‑yard, three‑TD performance, but faces criticism from teammate Garrett Wilson, who vents frustration over limited targets in the fourth quarter. The loss leaves both the Jets and upcoming opponent Las Vegas Raiders scrambling for playoff relevance ahead of their clash in New York. Meanwhile, Giants tackle Jermaine Eluemunor maintains a 96.7% pass‑block win rate despite recent pressures, and Raiders RB Josh Jacobs returns from legal trouble, recording a 55‑yard, one‑TD effort in a 20-17 loss to the Packers. The article highlights the personal storylines shaping the teams' fortunes.
Game 1 of the 2026 World Series between the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers draws 12.2 million viewers on Fox and Univision, surpassing all non‑Dodgers finals this decade. Though lower than last year’s 13.3 million Dodgers‑Blue Jays opener and the 2024 record 15.2 million Dodgers‑Yankees game, the audience tops the 2023 Rangers‑Diamondbacks (9.4 million) and exceeds 2022 (11.7 million) and 2021 (11.1 million) viewership. Peaks reach just over 13 million, and upcoming Nielsen Big Data figures could push the total higher. The strong Friday start suggests growing interest despite the Rays and Brewers lacking broad national appeal.
Dolphins No one on the Dolphins had illusions about what this season would be like, with tons of dead money on the books and one of the league’s youngest rosters. But that didn’t change the urgency to win, or the relief when they finally did it after six tries. “The biggest thing for me is […]
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The Calgary Flames extend their hot streak with a 4-1 win over the Detroit Red Wings on Oct. 26, 2026, marking their third straight victory and fourth in five games. Goaltender Devin Cooley dazzles, stopping 29 of 30 shots for a .967 save percentage and earning NHL’s second star. The special teams excel, converting 2‑of‑2 on both the power play and penalty kill, while Joel Farabee nets a goal and two assists. Scorers include Ryan Strome, Zayne Parekh (first goal of the season) and Matvei Gridin. Despite solid play, the blog notes defensive faceoff lapses and line‑up expected‑goal imbalances, warning the rebuild still needs high draft picks.
Darius Acuff Jr. taking all of these shots is fine and the Kings need him to so he can grow as a player.
ST. LOUIS (AP) — The St. Louis Blues have condemned what they called an antisemitic protest during a game last week at Enterprise Center.
Mavericks Cooper Flagg’s shoulder injury looked concerning Friday. By Monday morning, the Mavericks were getting a considerably more encouraging picture. Dallas upgraded Flagg to probable against the Heat after he participated in shootaround, according to Grant Afseth of Dallas Sports Journal. The reigning Rookie of the Year missed Saturday’s home opener against the Spurs with […]
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The Blackhawks went 0-for-7 on the power play, and Lars Eller scored with 2:23 left after a bad line change as the Panthers beat Chicago 3-2 Sunday at the United Center.
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A few of Toronto’s injured regulars are getting closer to returning.
Packers safety Xavier McKinney vows to risk an NFL fine after his team’s 20‑17 loss to the Detroit Lions on Oct. 18, 2026, calling out several officiating decisions he says hurt Green Bay. He highlighted a controversial unnecessary‑roughness call on Devonte Wyatt that set up a Lions TD, roughing‑the‑passer penalties on Brenton Cox Jr. and Karl Brooks, and uneven protection for quarterback Jordan Love. Coach Matt LaFleur echoed the frustration, noting the lack of a whistle on the Wyatt play. The Packers also missed two field goals and four red‑zone chances, leaving them to regroup before facing the Carolina Panthers.
The Washington Capitals had arguably the best off-season of any NHL team, but their middling start to the regular season has raised some intriguing questions about their roster. What's been ailing the Caps, and what do they need to fix to take the next step?
The Carolina Panthers took a beating against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 7, and one of their players suffered an injury in the process. Taylor Moton fractured his fibula, and that’s not good news for the offensive line or Bryce Young. It’s led the Panthers to place him on injured reserve, according to ESPN’s […]
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The Abbotsford Canucks extend their Pacific Division lead with a 3-1, 3-1 sweep of the Calgary Wranglers, marking their fifth straight win after a 0‑2‑1 start. Newcomer Jacob Quillan shines, tallying six points in four games and delivering a hat trick in the second matchup. Nikita Tolopilo backs the effort with a 21‑save performance for his fourth win. Meanwhile, Kirill Kudryavtsev remains sidelined (five games), and Jack Thompson clears waivers but is still out. Trey Fix‑Wolansky jumps to the team lead with nine points, while Ty Mueller sits second with eight.
The New York Jets avoided being on the receiving end of Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza's first NFL start in Week 8.
The Minnesota Wild spent all of the past week on the road and still have a couple of days left on their current trip. They had a rough start on…
For the first time in roughly a decade, there is uncertainty between the pipes in Winnipeg.
Matching up against opponents' top lines helps Easton Cowan create offensive opportunities.
Since returning to the lineup at center against the Philadelphia Flyers, Jesperi Kotkaniemi has looked rejuvenated. On the five-game road trip that took place while the North Carolina State Fair…
The Sacramento Kings exercise the third‑year option on guard/forward Nique Clifford, committing $3.42 million for the 2027‑28 season. Clifford, drafted 24th overall in 2025 after the Kings traded a protected 2027 first‑round pick to Oklahoma City, posted 8.6 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.4 assists and .418 FG% in his rookie year. Despite a solid rotation role under coach Doug Christie, he sees limited minutes early in 2026‑27, with the team now 0‑3 after a 22‑60 finish last season.
The New York Islanders enter the week after a competitive start to the 2026-27 NHL season, but their early progress is being tested by injuries to several important forwards. With…