Troy Terry Named NHL’s Third Star of the Week

ANAHEIM, CA – Ducks winger Troy Terry was named the NHL’s Third Star of the Week for the week ending Sunday, November 14.

Terry collected six points (3-3=6) in three contests to extend his point streak to a career-high 14 games (11-9=20 dating to Oct. 18), tied for the longest point streak in the NHL this season with Connor McDavid.

Terry posted 1-1=2 points, highlighted by his first career overtime goal, in a 3-2 win over Vancouver Nov. 9. He then registered 2-1=3 points, marking both his third career multi-goal and three-point performances, in a 7-4 victory against Seattle Nov. 11. Terry extended his point streak to 14 contests, the longest by an Anaheim player since 2013-14 (Ryan Getzlaf: 14 GP from Nov. 15 – Dec. 15), with an assist in a 5-1 win over the Canucks Nov. 14.

Close Knit “Goalie Union” Key Part of Reign’s Success

ONTARIO, CA – The LA Kings have seen some outstanding performances from their goaltenders as of late. Whether it was Jonathan Quick’s sound play to defeat Toronto Monday night or Cal Petersen’s dazzling performance in Montreal on Tuesday, both of which included a total of 33 saves, goaltending has been a key part of the team’s current six game win streak. In each of the six victories, whichever netminder resided in the crease hasn’t surrendered more than two goals.

Back at his natural position and flourishing, Copp showing Jets his full value

WINNIPEG – The chicken and egg theory debate revolving around Andrew Copp is both intriguing and multifaceted.

Let’s first apply the premise of what came first, the increase in offensive production or the enhanced role with the Winnipeg Jets?

The answer isn’t as straightforward as one might think, though it’s obvious the steady increase in ice time over the course of his NHL career has certainly been a factor.

Jack Campbell and John Gibson Earn 2nd and 3rd Stars of the Week in NHL

NEW YORK – Edmonton Oilers center Leon Draisaitl, Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Jack Campbell and Anaheim Ducks goaltender John Gibson have been named the NHL’s “Three Stars” for the week ending Nov. 7.

SECOND STAR – JACK CAMPBELL, G, TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS

Campbell went 3-0-0 with a 0.99 goals-against average, .968 save percentage and one shutout, turning aside 92 of the 95 shots he faced to lift the Maple Leafs (7-4-1, 15 points) to a perfect week and their fifth straight victory overall (dating to Oct. 27). Campbell denied 26 shots, including 22 over the final two periods, for his fifth career shutout in a 4-0 triumph over the Vegas Golden Knights Nov. 2. He then stopped 24 of 25 shots in a 2-1 overtime win against the two-time defending Stanley Cup champion Tampa Bay Lightning Nov. 4. Campbell finished the week with 42 saves – his ninth career 40-save performance and first since Jan. 9, 2020 at VGK (44 SV) – in a 5-2 victory over the Boston Bruins Nov. 6. The 29-year-old Port Huron, Mich., native has played in 10 total games this season, going 6-2-1 with a 1.88 goals-against average (fifth in the NHL), .936 save percentage (sixth in the League) and one shutout.

THIRD STAR – JOHN GIBSON, G, ANAHEIM DUCKS

Gibson stopped 62 of the 63 shots he faced, compiling a 2-0-0 record, 0.50 goals-against average, .984 save percentage and one shutout to help the Ducks (6-4-3, 15 points) win all three of their games and extend their point streak six contests dating to Oct. 28 (4-0-2). Gibson earned his 23rd career shutout with 28 saves in a 4-0 victory over the New Jersey Devils Nov. 2. He then denied 34 of 35 shots, including a perfect 27 of 27 over the final two periods, in a 4-1 win against the St. Louis Blues Nov. 7. The 28-year-old Pittsburgh native has appeared in nine total games this season, going 5-2-2 with a 2.40 goals-against average, .923 save percentage and one shutout.

Toronto Maple Leafs: Jack Campbell Sure Loves Playing in Toronto

TORONTO, ONT – Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Jack Campbell is one of the best additions to this team made by general manager Kyle Dubas. He has earned the right to be Toronto’s number one goaltender.

Campbell has been very effective since being traded in the 2019-20 season. In 35 starts for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Campbell has a record of 24-7-4 with a .922 SV% and a 2.20 GAA. More impressive is how well he has played in Toronto at Scotiabank Arena. Campbell has a home record of 12-1-1, and the fans couldn’t be happier.

Rangers Agree to Terms with Forward Matt Rempe

NEW YORK, NY – New York Rangers President and General Manager Chris Drury announced today that the team has agreed to terms with forward Matt Rempe on a three-year, entry-level contract.

Rempe, 19, has scored four goals in 10 games this season for the Seattle Thunderbirds of the Western Hockey League (WHL). His four goals are tied for the third-most on the team.

Over the past four seasons, the 6-7, 207-pound Rempe has split his time between the Thunderbirds and the Spruce Grove Saints of the Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL).

Senators acquire forward Dylan Gambrell from San Jose

OTTAWA, ONT – The Ottawa Senators announced today that the team has acquired forward Dylan Gambrell from the San Jose Sharks in exchange for the Sharks’ original 2022 seventh-round draft pick that the Senators had acquired on Jan. 27, 2021, in exchange for defenceman Christian Jaros.

A native of Bonney Lake, Wash., Gambrell has skated in three contests this season with San Jose’s American Hockey League affiliate, the San Jose Barracuda, and has registered one point (one assist) and four penalty minutes. He will be recalled to Ottawa as part of this transaction.

Maple Leafs’ Goalie Campbell Becoming a Star in Toronto

TORONTO, ONT – Toronto Maple Leafs netminder Jack Campbell is one of the nicest guys in the business. His happy-go-lucky attitude is contagious for the team while his play in the crease has been frustrating opponents. “Soup” has heard his name called plenty of times early on this season and it’s because he’s been absolutely rock solid. His strong performance early on this season is a great sign for Toronto as he’s proving, once again, he’s ready for prime time.

Predators Sign Mattias Ekholm to Four-Year, $25 Million Contract

NASHVILLE, TN – Nashville Predators President of Hockey Operations/General Manager David Poile announced today the team has signed defenseman Mattias Ekholm to a four-year, $25 million contract that will keep him in Nashville through the 2025-26 season. The contract will begin in the 2022-23 season and carries an annual average value of $6.25 million.

“When you think about foundational pieces on our hockey team, Mattias Ekholm is certainly at the top of the list, and we couldn’t be happier to get this deal done with the start of the regular season upon us,” Poile said. “An alternate captain who leads both vocally and by example, Mattias brings stability and size to our defense corps and has embraced serving as a mentor to the younger players on our team. We have a group of young, right-shot defensemen that includes Alexandre Carrier, Philippe Myers, Dante Fabbro and Matt Benning who all have the opportunity to learn from and play with Mattias on the side opposite him, and we’re excited about the stability that will provide us on the blue line.”