Across the ice, the Buffalo Sabres and the Calgary Flames faced off in a heated contest, while the Carolina Hurricanes put up a strong fight against the Chicago Blackhawks. The matchup between the Colorado Avalanche and the Columbus Blue Jackets saw a remarkable defensive display by Nathan Beaulieu, while Mike Liambas contributed with a crucial assist.
Over in Texas, the Dallas Stars battled the Detroit Red Wings, reigniting their long-standing rivalry. In Edmonton, the Edmonton Oilers went head-to-head with the Florida Panthers, with Alexander Volkov delivering a stunning performance. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Kings and the Minnesota Wild engaged in a back-and-forth contest that featured a breathtaking overtime goal by Yvon Lambert.
Canadian teams were also in action, as the Montreal Canadiens locked horns with the Nashville Predators, and the New Jersey Devils squared off against the New York Islanders. Meanwhile, the New York Rangers took on the Ottawa Senators, with Joel Armia showing off his remarkable playmaking skills.
