NHL Roundup: November 12 Highlights

In an action-packed night of NHL hockey on November 12, Matvei Michkov made headlines once more for the Philadelphia Flyers as he returned to the ice against the San Jose Sharks. Despite a challenging second-line placement alongside Ryan Poehling and Anthony Richard, Michkov showcased his talent by notching an assist on Travis Konecny’s power-play goal and later scoring a breakaway goal himself. Making an impressive debut, he now has 12 points in just 13 games, heavily relying on the power play for success.

In another notable team update, Cam York participated in a full practice ahead of the game, hinting at a possible return from injury, although he didn't take to the ice that night. The Flyers will face a brief hiatus until their next game on Thursday, potentially allowing York to shake off some rust.

Injury Report

However, the injury news isn’t so bright for some players. Calgary's Anthony Mantha has been ruled out for the remainder of the season due to a torn ACL, dashing his hopes of reclaiming his standing in the league after previous struggles.

Canadiens vs. Sabres Showdown

In a thrilling game between the Montreal Canadiens and the Buffalo Sabres, fans were treated to an unexpected goal-fest. The Canadiens triumphed 7-5, with the teams combining for a staggering 12 goals on only 40 shots. Cole Caufield dazzled with two power-play goals, bringing his season total to 12, and Nick Suzuki contributed with two goals of his own. Both players are on fire, showcasing their offensive prowess.

Buffalo's Rasmus Dahlin and Dylan Cozens each added a goal and an assist in the Sabres' loss, indicating improving performances despite the setback. Cozens, in particular, has turned around a slow start, scoring three goals in his last six games.

Stars Dominate Penguins

Meanwhile, the Dallas Stars delivered a shocking 7-1 defeat to the Pittsburgh Penguins, scoring six goals in just the first period. Mason Marchment lit up the scoreboard with a goal and four assists, illustrating the dominance of the Stars’ “second” line. Miro Heiskanen finally found the back of the net twice, marking a significant milestone in his season, while goaltender Jake Oettinger turned away 20 of 21 shots to secure the easy victory.

Avalanche Bounce Back

The Colorado Avalanche also celebrated victory, edging past the Nashville Predators 3-2 in overtime thanks to Samuel Girard’s impressive performance. The Avs are regaining their form with Valeri Nichushkin set to return soon, providing a glimmer of hope amid their injury woes.

Hurricanes Take the Win

Lastly, in a showdown lacking in marquee names, the Carolina Hurricanes fended off the Vegas Golden Knights, winning 5-2. Jesper Kotkaniemi, Eric Robinson, and Jordan Staal each shined with a goal and an assist, proving the depth of the Hurricanes' roster.

This whirlwind of a night not only kept fans on the edge of their seats but also delivered significant boosts to fantasy rosters, with players across various teams stepping up at crucial moments.