NHL Review November 1, 2021
HURRICANES, ANDERSEN EXTEND SEASON-OPENING WINNING STREAKS
Seth Jarvis assisted on the go-ahead goal with 2:27 remaining in regulation and Frederik Andersen made 22 saves as the Hurricanes rallied past the Coyotes to improve to 8-0-0 (16 points) on the season. Carolina became the eighth team in NHL history with a season-opening win streak of eight or more games.
- Andersen improved to 7-0-0 since joining the Hurricanes (1.29 GAA, .956 SV%, 1 SO). He became the seventh goaltender with wins in each of his first seven regular-season decisions from the start of a tenure with an NHL franchise.
GETZLAF SECURES FRANCHISE SCORING LEAD
Ryan Getzlaf became the Ducks’ all-time leader in points with his 989th on an assist to Trey Terry as the Ducks edged the Montreal Canadiens, 4-2. Getzlaf’s no-look pass that set-up the game-winning goal.
The Ducks captain surpassed former teammate and fellow Anaheim legend, Teemu Selanne (457-531—988 in 966 GP), for the franchise record. Getzlaf now sits 11 points shy of becoming the seventh active player to record 1,000 career points.
Canadiens’ Paquette Suspended Two Games for Boarding
Montreal Canadiens forward Cedric Paquette has been suspended for two games, without pay, for boarding Anaheim Ducks forward Trevor Zegras during NHL Game No. 129 in Anaheim on Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021. The incident occurred at 10:14 of the first period. Paquette was assessed a major penalty and game misconduct for boarding. Under the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement and, based on his average annual salary, Paquette will forfeit $9,500.00. The money goes to the Players’ Emergency Assistance Fund.
Video details a full explanation of the decision.
Markstrom, Batherson and Killorn Named NHL ‘Three Stars’ of the Week
Calgary Flames goaltender Jacob Markstrom, Ottawa Senators right wing Drake Batherson and Tampa Bay Lightning left wing Alex Killorn have been named the NHL’s “Three Stars” for the week ending Oct. 31.
FIRST STAR – JACOB MARKSTROM, G, CALGARY FLAMES
Markstrom stopped 93 of the 94 shots he faced, compiling a 3-0-0 record, 0.33 goals-against average, .989 save percentage and two shutouts to help the Flames (6-1-1, 13 points) move into first place in the Pacific Division while extending their winning streak to six games (dating to Oct. 21). He registered 28 saves in a 5-1 victory over the New York Rangers Oct. 25. Markstrom then earned consecutive shutouts for the first time in his NHL career, turning aside 45 shots in a 4-0 triumph against the Pittsburgh Penguins Oct. 28 – the third shutout performance in franchise history with at least 45 saves – and making 20 stops in a 4-0 win over the Philadelphia Flyers Oct. 30. The 31-year-old Gävle, Sweden, native has appeared in six total contests this season, leading the League with three shutouts (also Oct. 21 at DET: 33 SV) while posting a 4-1-1 record, 1.33 goals-against average and .957 save percentage.
SECOND STAR – DRAKE BATHERSON, RW, OTTAWA SENATORS
Batherson collected 3-3—6, including his first career hat trick and four-point performance, in two outings as the Senators (3-4-0, 6 points) split a pair of games. He recorded 3-1—4, scoring once in each period to claim his first NHL hat trick, in a 7-5 loss to the Washington Capitals Oct. 25. The contest, which also saw a three-goal performance from Washington’s T.J. Oshie, marked the NHL’s first game with ‘dueling hat tricks’ since Jan. 14, 2020 (Auston Matthews, TOR; Blake Coleman; NJD). Batherson added two helpers in a 4-1 triumph over the Dallas Stars Oct. 29. The 23-year-old Fort Wayne, Ind., native – who has posted 27-34—61 through 106 career NHL appearances – tops Ottawa with 4-4—8 in seven contests this season.
THIRD STAR – ALEX KILLORN, LW, TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING
Killorn paced the NHL with 4-2—6 in three games to power the two-time defending Stanley Cup champion Lightning (4-3-1, 9 points) to a pair of victories. He scored Tampa Bay’s lone goal in a 5-1 loss to the Buffalo Sabres Oct. 25. Killorn then collected 1-1—2 in a 5-1 victory against the Pittsburgh Penguins Oct. 26 and 2-1—3, including his 12th career three-point performance and 28th career game-winning goal, in a 5-1 triumph over the Arizona Coyotes Oct. 28. The 32-year-old Halifax, N.S., native – who has accumulated at least 30 points in each of his last eight seasons – leads the Lightning with six goals and ranks second on the team with nine points through eight outings in 2021-22 (6-3—9).
HOCKEY FIGHTS CANCER MONTH OPENS WITH THREE-GAME SLATE
A total of six teams are in action to open November, which marks the start of Hockey Fights Cancer month across the NHL.
- Each of the League’s 32 teams will celebrate their own Hockey Fights Cancer Night, beginning Tuesday when the Wild welcome the Senators to Xcel Energy Center.
NHL Alumnus Dominic Moore Named 2021 Hockey Fights Cancer Ambassador
The National Hockey League (NHL) and National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA) announced that their annual Hockey Fights Cancer campaign begins today. Since 1998, the joint initiative has raised more than $30 million, uniting the hockey community in support of cancer patients and their families.
This season, NHL Alumnus Dominic Moore has been named the 2021 ambassador. Moore played in the NHL for 13 seasons, amassing 118-193—311 in 998 career games, including the regular season and playoffs. In 2013, he founded the Katie Moore Foundation in honor of his late wife who was diagnosed with Fibrolamellar Hepatocellular Carcinoma, a rare form of liver cancer. Moore also co-founded Smashfest, a charitable ping-pong event that brings together NHL Players and Alumni, celebrities, and fans to raise awareness and funds for concussion and rare cancer research.
“Unfortunately, too many of us have a cancer story. No matter what the specific disease is, we are all impacted in the same way: our lives are turned upside down,” said Moore. “This month, I want to help share stories of grief, hope, and triumph, because there’s an opportunity to find comfort and strength in our fight against cancer.”
Esteemed national organizations American Cancer Society and Canadian Cancer Society will return as partners for the fifth season. Donations raised will continue to support hundreds of cancer patients and their families every day with accommodations, meals, transportation, activities, and emotional support. To date, donations have provided more than 506,000 nights in lodges, transportation equaling more than 370,000 rides, and funding to support a 24/7 helpline for patients and caregivers.
“Every year, Hockey Fights Cancer brings the hockey community together with the American Cancer Society to support cancer patients and their families, funding such critical services as free lodging for patients and caregivers and transportation to and from treatment,” said Dr. Karen Knudsen, American Cancer Society Chief Executive Officer. “Since its beginning in 1998, the Hockey Fights Cancer program has raised millions of dollars to help patients through their cancer experience. We are grateful to the National Hockey League and National Hockey League Players’ Association for their continued commitment to the fight against cancer.”
“We are so grateful for our ongoing partnership with the NHL and NHLPA,” said Jane Parsons, Executive Vice-President, Revenue Development at the Canadian Cancer Society. “Through events like Hockey Fights Cancer we raise important funds for cancer prevention, research and support programs that can change the future of cancer.”
New this season, fans can visit HockeyFightsCancer.com/Vegas to contribute to the cause and enter for a chance to win* a trip to the 2022 NHL® All-Star Weekend in Las Vegas. All contributions will go to the National Hockey League Foundation and NHL Foundation in support of Hockey Fights Cancer.
Returning this season, with support from the American Cancer Society and Canadian Cancer Society, is the ‘HFC Assist’ program, a unique campaign that allows youth hockey teams across the U.S. and Canada to host a local Hockey Fights Cancer awareness night at their community rink. To date, hundreds of youth hockey teams have hosted their own in-game nights. With many leagues and teams returning to the ice, the program will begin again, with proceeds continuing to support the American and Canadian Cancer societies.
Continuing the tradition, all 32 NHL Clubs will host a Hockey Fights Cancer in-game awareness night with original storytelling, special ceremonies, and fundraising efforts for local charities. Youth hockey teams that want to emulate NHL Clubs and Players are encouraged to sign up for ‘HFC Assist’ at HockeyFightsCancer.com to receive a kit that includes lavender tape, helmet decals, and information on how to host a fundraiser.