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Calgary Flames goaltender David Rittich working for his wins, hugs

Calgary Flames goaltender David Rittich working for his wins, hugs

CALGARY — Instead of a celebratory pat, tap or fist bump after a win, Calgary Flames forward Matthew Tkachuk and goaltender David Rittich have been taking celebration to another level.
Edmonton Oilers defenceman Oscar Klefbom ready to return from injury

Edmonton Oilers defenceman Oscar Klefbom ready to return from injury

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers have activated defenceman Oscar Klefbom off injured reserve. The 25-year-old native of Sweden has been sidelined since Dec. 11 with a hand injury.
Canucks summon Ottawa 67's goalie Mike DiPietro on 'emergency basis'

Canucks summon Ottawa 67's goalie Mike DiPietro on 'emergency basis'

Vancouver Canucks goalie prospect Mike DiPietro has been called up to the NHL for the first time. The club says in a statement that the 19-year-old is being summoned from the Ontario Hockey League's Ottawa 67's on an "emergency basis.
Drouin scores in overtime as Canadiens hand Oilers fifth straight loss

Drouin scores in overtime as Canadiens hand Oilers fifth straight loss

MONTREAL — With Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl on a 2-on-0 breakaway in overtime, it looked like the Edmonton Oilers were destined to snap their four-game losing skid. But Draisaitl's bobbling pass hit McDavid's skate and the opportunity was lost.
Ryan, Lindhom, Hanifin lift Flames in return to Raleigh

Ryan, Lindhom, Hanifin lift Flames in return to Raleigh

RALEIGH, N.C. — Bill Peters' return to Carolina went about as perfectly as he could have imagined. He has the players he brought with him to Calgary to thank for that.
Bruins beat Capitals for first time since 2014

Bruins beat Capitals for first time since 2014

WASHINGTON — Tuukka Rask made 24 saves, David Krejci scored and the Boston Bruins beat the Washington Capitals 1-0 on Sunday to snap a 14-game skid against the defending Stanley Cup champions.
Bruins shut out Capitals to end 14-game skid vs. Washington

Bruins shut out Capitals to end 14-game skid vs. Washington

WASHINGTON — Boston Bruins players could feel themselves making progress in recent games against the Washington Capitals even as the losses piled up.
Burns' OT goal leads Sharks past Coyotes 3-2

Burns' OT goal leads Sharks past Coyotes 3-2

SAN JOSE, Calif. — Brent Burns made the most of his second chance in alone against Darcy Kuemper.
Roussel, Virtanen lead Canucks to 5-1 win over Avalanche

Roussel, Virtanen lead Canucks to 5-1 win over Avalanche

DENVER — The Vancouver Canucks were refreshed after a nine-day break. The Colorado Avalanche looked like the same team that stumbled into its hiatus.
Flyers beat Oilers 5-4 in OT for 7th win a row

Flyers beat Oilers 5-4 in OT for 7th win a row

PHILADELPHIA — Nolan Patrick scored 2:01 into overtime and the Philadelphia Flyers rallied past the Edmonton Oilers 5-4 on Saturday, extending their winning streak to a season-best seven games. Edmonton has lost four in a row and 13 of 18.