Injury updates shake the league as several star players are sidelined. Colton Dach of the Chicago Blackhawks is day-to-day with a hyperextended elbow, while the Columbus Blue Jackets’ Daniil Tarasov is out with illness. Dallas Stars’ Thomas Harley is taking a maintenance day. Major concerns surround the Edmonton Oilers as Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl could be out for up to a week with lower-body injuries, leaving their playoff preparation in jeopardy.

In other news, New Jersey Devils forwards Ondrej Palat and Curtis Lazar have also faced injury setbacks, prompting the recall of Nolan Foote. The New York Islanders lack updates on Mathew Barzal and Semyon Varlamov, while Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen’s status is in limbo as he’s now week-to-week. The St. Louis Blues keep an eye on Oskar Sundqvist, who was given a maintenance day.

The Carolina Hurricanes displayed an impressive offensive performance, scoring five goals in a blistering second period to defeat the Columbus Blue Jackets 7-4. Seth Jarvis led the charge with two goals and two assists, while Sebastian Aho contributed one goal and two assists. Eric Robinson, Jackson Blake, Jordan Martinook, and Jesperi Kotkaniemi also added to the Hurricanes' tally, with Jarvis sealing the victory with an empty-netter. Goalie Frederik Andersen made 18 saves in his 300th NHL win, helping the Hurricanes extend their winning streak to four games.

Despite the loss, the Blue Jackets showcased their offensive skills as well, with goals from Kent Johnson, Kirill Marchenko, James van Riemsdyk, and Dmitri Voronkov. Columbus struck early, taking a two-goal lead, but the Hurricanes quickly responded, outshooting the Blue Jackets 24-3 in the second period. Carolina's ability to erase the deficit and dominate the frame was a key factor in securing the win.

Igor Shesterkin was instrumental in the New York Rangers' recent victory, achieving a shutout by stopping 27 shots against the Columbus Blue Jackets. The Rangers initially struggled but improved their defensive play significantly after the first intermission, limiting high-danger chances to just one in the second and third periods. Despite a lack of goals from both teams, the game was engaging, highlighted by Mika Zibanejad's two breakaway attempts in overtime, thwarted by Blue Jackets goalie Daniil Tarasov.

The Rangers' solid start to 2025 is promising as they face tough competition ahead of the Four Nations break. Zibanejad's resurgence has coincided with the team’s improvement, showcasing the impact of his form on the team's overall confidence. The Rangers will need this momentum as they prepare for a back-to-back matchup against the Montreal Canadiens, emphasizing Zibanejad's crucial role moving forward.

The New York Rangers secured a thrilling 1-0 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday night, with Vincent Trocheck scoring the only goal in the shootout. Igor Shesterkin was stellar in net, stopping 27 shots and earning his second shutout of the season, marking the 17th of his career. This win marked the Rangers' second consecutive victory, improving their January record to 6-1-2.

Despite the loss, Blue Jackets goalkeeper Daniil Tarasov showcased his skills with 26 saves, helping to end Columbus' six-game winning streak. In the shootout, Trocheck netted the decisive goal in the second round, while Shesterkin denied efforts from Adam Fantilli and Kirill Marchenko.

The New York Rangers secured a narrow 1-0 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets, thanks to Vincent Trocheck's shootout goal and a stellar performance from goaltender Igor Shesterkin. Shesterkin recorded 27 saves, marking his second shutout of the season and 17th of his career, contributing to the Rangers' strong January, improving their record to 6-1-2 this month.

Columbus, who had been on a six-game winning streak, was kept at bay by Shesterkin's impressive stops, particularly against Adam Fantilli and Kirill Marchenko during the shootout. The Blue Jackets had 16 blocked shots, showcasing their defensive determination as they aimed to limit the Rangers' offensive chances.