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Kane Hits 500 Goals, Hughes Brothers Shake Devils & Playoff Watch
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Jan 9, 20261:07:21
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Join Jason Gregor and Mike Rupp as they break down all the latest NHL action:
The Hughes brothers are making headlines for the Devils — from Jack’s injury to Quinn trade rumors and Luke’s defensive struggles. Has New Jersey’s locker room split?
The Penguins are on a six-game win streak. Can Crosby, Malkin, and Letang make another deep playoff run with Stuart Skinner settling in?
Buffalo Sabres are red hot, winning 12 of 13. Did the J.J. Peterka trade finally spark Josh Doan and Michael Kesselring? Can they end a 14-year playoff drought?
Montreal Canadiens & Detroit Red Wings are showing serious playoff potential. Can Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield, Axel Sandin-Pellikka, and Patrick Kane lead their teams past the Lightning? Kane just hit 500 goals — is he the greatest American-born player ever?
Who will land Nazem Kadri at the deadline? Could he be the missing piece for Montreal or Detroit?
Are the Maple Leafs and Panthers in danger of missing the playoffs? With Montreal and Detroit climbing, the Atlantic race is heating up.
Ottawa Senators suffer a brutal loss amid goaltending woes and off-ice drama. James Reimer is in — but can Steve Staios salvage the season?
Colorado Avalanche & Josh Manson dominate with a Gordie Howe hat trick, overshadowing Nathan MacKinnon’s points lead.
Winnipeg Jets & Anaheim Ducks struggle in extended losing streaks. Can either team recover before the playoffs?
Seattle Kraken try to survive relying on defense against Connor McDavid’s historic 17-game streak. Can it work?
With the Olympic break approaching, how will teams navigate fatigue and injuries down the stretch?
Plus, Pat joins for Fill in the Blank predictions:
Who plays with McDavid at the Olympics?
Odds for Celebrini & McDavid to win the Hart?
The best positive-money playoff bet?
McDavid vs MacKinnon continues! MacKinnon just leapfrogged McDavid after a four-point night — who will win the Art Ross?
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