National Hockey

ANAHEIM, Calif. — Patrick Eaves is in the Anaheim Ducks' lineup for the first time this year following a health scare that cost him much of last season. Eaves returned for a game Thursday night against the New York Rangers.

TORONTO — The result didn't go the Leafs' way Thursday night but veteran defenceman Ron Hainsey still found some pluses in his 1,000th NHL game.

HELSINKI — Patrik Laine could hardly find a better place than home to show off his high-scoring instincts.

NEW YORK — Colorado Avalanche right-wing Mikko Rantanen, Pittsburgh Penguins centre Evgeni Malkin and Chicago Blackhawks right-wing Patrick Kane have been named the NHL three stars of October, while Vancouver Canucks centre Elias Pettersson is the ro

MONTREAL — They were once a fixture at the local convenience store and ended up tucked into the pockets of Montreal Canadiens' fans seeking to keep tabs on their favourite team.

TORONTO — Jason Spezza says it's been difficult to see the bond between the Ottawa Senators and their fans deteriorate. He's also convinced there are brighter days ahead.

HELSINKI — NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman said that the NHL is planning to play a season-opening game in Prague and another two games in Stockholm next season.

TORONTO — Bobby Orr doesn't like the look of the NHL labour clouds forming on the horizon. In fact, the Hall of Fame defenceman says he fully expects another lockout in the not-too-distant future.

VANCOUVER — Before the Vancouver Canucks kicked off their season, head coach Travis Green said he wanted his team to "score by committee." They did just that on Wednesday when they beat the Chicago Blackhawks 4-2.

Just over a year ago, Lauren Boyle was searching the internet for information on leukemia after husband Brian's blood test showed serious irregularities. Now, she's hoping to tell the hockey world her story.